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Cheap Tour Packages To Singapore
May 7th
There are many tour packages for holiday trips to Singapore. These cheap tour packages to Singapore makes it comfortable to visit Singapore even for budget conscious travelers. Here is how to arrange your own cheap tour package to Singapore. More >
Firefly’s Ipoh-Singapore Route via Sultan Azlan Shah Airport
Jun 8th
The tour operators in Perak are very happy with new Firefly’s Ipoh – Singapore route as the service will surely give a boost to Perak’s tourism industry. The flight will depart from Sultan Azlan Shah Airport.
Jetstar Asia Boost Singapore Visitor Arrivals Promotion
Jun 8th
Jetstar Asia aims to Boost Singapore Visitor Arrivals with Promotion
Supported by a major multi-media advertising campaign in Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, the Philippines and Taiwan, Jetstar Asia in collaboration with the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS) and Singapore Tourism Board (STB) will be promoting efforts to boost number of visitors arrival at Singapore.
Singapore attracting more tourists for F1 season
Jun 7th
Despite global economic slowdown, Singapore Tourism Board is confident of attracting more tourists for F1 season this year, targeting F1 tourists with low hotel rates and new racing route. The Singapore Formula One Grand Prix will be held in September.
China Eastern Airlines In Singapore
Apr 10th
This page has been moved. Please check China Eastern Airlines.
Promotional Online Fares For Singapore Airlines Destinations
Apr 10th
Check out all Singapore Air promotional fares here:
http://www.singaporeair.com/saa/en_UK/content/promo/index.jsp
You can find the followings at the link above:
- Singapore Air Promotional Fares to South East Asia
- Singapore Air Promotional Fares to China, Hong Kong, Korea, Japan and Taiwan
- Singapore Air Promotional Fares to India Sub Continent, Middle East and South Africa
- Singapore Air Promotional Fares to Australia and New Zealand
- Singapore Air Promotional Fares to Europe
- Singapore Air Promotional Fares to South East Asia
China Eastern Airlines
Apr 10th
China Eastern Airlines is an airline headquartered on the grounds of Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport in Changning District, Shanghai, China.
In the late 2007, Temasek Holdiings and Singapore Air attempted to buy a combined 24% stake in China Eastern Airlines, however the attempt failed largely due to offer by Air China to buy the airlines at 32% higher price than offered by Singapore Air.
China Eastern Airlines has a strong presence on routes in Asia, North America and Australia. After merger with Shanghai Airlines, the combined airline is expected to have over half of the market share in Shanghai, the financial hub of China.
To buy China Eastern Airlines ticket, please visit http://www.flychinaeastern.com/
National Research Foundation awards funding to 10 young scientists
Apr 8th
The National Research Foundation (NRF) is hoping to increase the talent pool of researchers in Singapore.
It has awarded funding to 10 young scientists and hopes this will help invigorate Singapore’s research community.
Read more on Channel NewsAsia.
I want to experience working in Singapore
Apr 7th
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There are two main options on how students can experience working and living in Singapore. Through the Work Holiday Programme and Internships, students will get the opportunity to experience a challenging working environment in Singapore. Students will be exposed to real-world work situations that can be the foundation for their future career. Some companies see internships as a way of assessing the suitability of candidates for full-time employment. Compensation and benefits during internship varies among companies. |
- Work Holiday Programme
- MOM will introduce a Work Holiday Programme (WHP) from 1 December 2007 to allow undergraduates and graduates from overseas to experience living and working in Singapore for a short period. There is a growing trend of well-qualified young people travelling abroad to gain exposure and experience foreign cultures. A positive experience of living and working in Singapore under the programme could encourage some of them to work here when they graduate, or at a later stage in their careers. This programme will help enhance Singapore’s reputation as a talent destination, valued for its working and living experiences.
- Click here for full details on the Work Holiday Programme
- Download brochure
- Download magazine
- Internships
- You must be currently enrolled as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD degree program. In most cases, you must have completed at least the freshman year. Applicants are encouraged to provide evidence of academic excellence and leadership potential and should have established personal goals leading toward a career in the profession.
- For internship opportunities, here are some links to start you off:
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Important Note:
These internship opportunities are arranged individually and directly with participating companies. Information and application may be obtained by contacting the appropriate internship co-ordinator via the above web links. Contact Singapore does not guarantee internship acceptance by companies, allowances, benefits or insurance, nor does it facilitate entry into Singapore.
Hospitals
Apr 7th
There are well-equipped government and private hospitals in Singapore. Every hospital has a 24-hour Accident and Emergency unit (A&E) to cater to medical emergencies. For hospital admissions, you will need to bring along identification documents, a doctor’s referral letter and a guarantee of payment. In case of an emergency, you may contact any of the hospitals listed here:
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Public Hospital |
Contact Number |
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Singapore General Hospital |
(65) 6222 3322 |
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Tan Tock Seng Hospital |
1800 252 9919 |
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National University Hospital |
1800 772 5555 |
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Changi General Hospital |
(65) 6788 8833 |
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Alexandra Hospital |
(65) 6472 2000 |
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KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital |
(65) 6293 4044 |
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Institute of Mental Health/Woodbridge Hospital |
(65) 6389 2000 |
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Private Hospital |
Contact Number |
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Mount Elizabeth Hospital |
(65) 6737 2666 |
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Gleneagles Hospital |
(65) 6473 7222 |
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Mount Alvernia Hospital (24-hr outpatient) |
(65) 6253 4818 |
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East Shore Hospital |
(65) 6344 7588 |
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Thomson Medical Centre (24-hr outpatient) |
(65) 6256 9494 |
Government and Government Restructured Hospitals
The government and government restructured hospitals offer care of varying levels depending on the ward chosen. There are 6-8 ward classes, from single-bedded wards to 12-bedded and open wards. The government hospitals are Alexandra Hospital and Woodbridge Hospital. Government restructured hospitals are Singapore General Hospital (SGH), Kandang Kerbau (KK) Hospital, Tan Tock Seng Hospital, the National University Hospital (NUH) and Changi General Hospital (CGH).
The fees for X-rays, laboratory tests and surgical operations are charged separately from the ward charges. Daily ward charges depend on the type of ward and the type of hospital. Here’s a guide to the ward charges:
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Ward/Class |
Government Hospitals |
Restructured Hospitals |
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A1 (Single bed) |
S$240.00 |
S$206.00 to S$323.00 |
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A2 (Two-bedded) |
S$195.00 |
S$200.00 to S$215.00 |
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B1 (Aircon four-bedded) |
S$150.00 |
S$145.00 to S$189.00 |
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B1 (Non-aircon four-bedded) |
S$115.00 |
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B2 (Six to 12 beds) |
S$40.00 |
S$39.00 to S$50.00 |
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C (Open ward) |
S$21.00 |
S$20.00 to S$25.00 |
Foreigners and those who are on long-term social visit passes will have to pay more for treatment at the government or government-restructured hospitals. They can only stay in Class A and B1 wards. If they would like to stay in Class B2 or C wards, the charges will double. The charges are:
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Type of Treatment/Ward |
Fees Chargeable |
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Inpatient /Outpatient Treatment |
At Class A rates |
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Ward Charges |
In accordance to the rates |
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Surcharge |
30% of the total hospital bill |
Individual public hospital charging schemes are available at the eCitizen Web portal.
Private Hospitals
The rates in private hospitals are determined by each individual hospital, and they are generally higher than that of government hospitals. Medication, tests and doctor’s fees are charged separately. Here’s a guide to daily ward charges in private hospitals in Singapore:
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Ward / Class |
Daily Ward Fee |
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A1 (Single bed) |
S$280.00 onwards |
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A2 (Two-bedded) |
S$220.00 onwards |
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B1 (Aircon four-bedded) |
S$80.00 onwards |
Individual private hospital charging schemes are available at the eCitizen Web portal.
