Singapore Cable Car Sky Network Opens On Sentosa

Siloso Point
Sentosa, South
Singapore
July 2015

In line with Sentosa Development Corporation's (SDC) constant efforts to enhance connectivity and accessibility on the island, the new Sentosa Line, a $78 million investment, now allows passengers to connect from Merlion Plaza near Imbiah Station to Siloso Point, on the western tip of the island.

Signboards guiding guests and the entourage welcoming Mr S Iswaran, Minister (PMO)...

There are three cable car stations servicing the new Sentosa Line - the Merlion, Imbiah Lookout and Siloso Point.

Congratulatory messages and floral bouquets on the launch...

"The new Sentosa Cable Car line offers a serene ride over our beautiful island, while also greatly improving access between Merlion Plaza, Mount Imbiah and Siloso Point. It is also a great complement to our walking trails on Mount Imbiah and Siloso Point."

- Mike Barclay, CEO, SDC -

The Garden Party to celebrate the beauty of the natural surroundings in Sentosa...

Those who wish to ride on both lines are able to buy the Cable Car Sky Pass with an option to top up for unlimited rides. The Sentosa Line will be included in the new Standard Sky Pass with no increase from the current price of $29, doubling the value of the purchase with the Singapore Cable Car Sky Network.

 

Celebrating SG50

As part of the SG50 promotion, Singaporeans and local residents will enjoy 40% in savings with $39 for an Individual Pass for unlimited rides for the whole of this Jubilee Year. Rides will also be free for Singaporeans and local residents from 0900 - 2100 hours on 10 August 2015. Cable Car ticket and pass details can be found at the Faber Peak Singapore website.

The impressive launch event with pyros and confetti...

In addition to the all-day free entry via the Sentosa Boardwalk announced earlier this year, drive-in entry will also be free after 1700 hours on weekdays (excluding Public Holidays) until the end of 2015.

A host of Sentosa SG50, After 5 promotions, and free entry passes during the Golden Jubilee Weekend are available at Sentosa.

Thank you for the opportunity!

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DC Comics Super Heroes Cable Car Experience At Faber Peak Singapore

Faber Peak Singapore
Mount Faber

South, Singapore

31 May 2014

"It's a bird! It's a plane!... It's Superman!" 

Four members of the Justice League - Superman, Batman, Green Lantern and Wonder Woman have arrived in Singapore in search of the evil villain The Joker, who has been wrecking havoc all over Singapore. In order to secure a good vantage point over the tourist sites of Harbourfront, Vivocity and Sentosa, they have designated Faber Peak Singapore as their mission base. For the next 10 months, they will be here to protect the southern skies of Singapore.

(Source : Fly With Super Heroes)

Super Hero cupcakes!

Singapore Cable Car celebrates its 40th Anniversary this year by teaming up with DC Entertainment to bring a whole new high-flying Super Heroes Cable Car Experience to Singapore.

Launched on 31 May 2014, the exciting line-up features 45 cable car cabins decked out in DC Comics Super Hero graphics on both the exteriors and interiors. With the revolutionary in-cabin Augmented Reality (AR) technology, DC Comics Super Heroes comes to life right next to you!

(Source : Fly With Super Heroes)

DC Super Heroes Cable Car Rides

Tickets are at S$29 for adults and $18 for children. During the exclusive period of 31 May 2014 - 31 March 2015, each ticket comes with a DC Comics Super Heroes Cable Car ticket, mask and souvenir booklet!

Have your very own Super Heroes PictureMEX Photo...

Relive Lois Lane's experience as she flies beside Superman among the clouds

- There is even a blower to add in the wind effects...

(Source : Cinetropolis)

Super Heroes Day

Celebrate Father's Day with the DC Comics Super Heroes! Super Hero-themed activities have been planned for the little heroes... Not to forget the bigger heroes in our lives - Mums and Dads!

Meet-and-Greet...

Kryptonite Cocktail available at Spuds & Aprons...

June School Holiday Activities

A whole host of exciting activities have been planned for the little ones this June. Highlights include meet-and-greet sessions with the Super Heroes, an interactive motion experience, and Super Hero merchandise kits for the young ones to prepare for the next school term!

More details at flywithsuperheroes.com.sg.

The plethora of fun activities for families at the launch - Super Hero Jenga, nail painting, Design-A-Cape, name caricatures, Joker Bowling, pose with Batman...

Fly With The Super Heroes Today!

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Morning Lightning - A Visual Spectacle Of Fiery Flashes

Singapore

03 June 2013

 

Merlion Wayfarer was awakened by the bouts of thunder this morning. They came frequently, at a low rumble through the night. Frustrated, she opened the curtains.

 

This is what she saw...



 

For a brief explanation on the branching of lightning,

read "Lightning Strikes, Not Once, But Many Times".

 

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More photos are available on Merlion Wayfarer Goes Green's Picasa at :Natural Phenomena

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Clifford Pier : The Call Of The Red Lanterns

Marina Bay & Singapore River

South, Singapore

May 2013

(This article is part of Merlion Wayfarer's Fullerton Heritage Guided Tour series.)

Singapore’s economy thrived during the 19th century as it became a primary South-East Asian port-of-call for ships enroute to other parts of the world. The piers along the current Marina Bay were a locus for commerce, a site for the arrival and embarkation of goods, and, correspondingly, as an intersection point for culture. 

Clifford Pier (哥烈码头) , an embarkation and disembarkation pier, on Collyer Quay, is located in the Downtown Core of the Central Business District in Singapore. It was named after Sir Hugh Charles Clifford, Governor of the Straits Settlements (1927-1929), and was officially opened by Governor Sir Cecil Clementi K.C.M.G. on 03 June 1933.

Merlion Wayfarer went on a tour conducted by Ms Florence Minjoot, the resident Fullerton Heritage tour guide. It was an exciting session as she was once again enthralled with the stories behind the rich heritage of the area:

• A "Fight" Between Johnston And Clifford
      
• Signature Ward Elements
      
• Customs House : The Watchman Of The Waters

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Merlion Wayfarer's Picasa (Places - Fullerton)

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