Singapore Airlines launches new holiday packages

MANILA, Philippines - Singapore Airlines (SIA), in cooperation with the Singapore Tourism Board (STB), gives more reasons to celebrate the holiday season in the Lion City with the launch of its all-inclusive, value-loaded and memorable holiday packages.

The merrymaking season can be best enjoyed by families, barkadas and couples through some of Asia’s most highly anticipated experiences and events that can only be found in Singapore.

Filipinos can visit and be amazed by the supertrees at the iconic Gardens by the Bay, get dazzled by the yearly Christmas light up in beautiful Orchard Road or dive into marine wonders at the world’s largest oceanarium, Marine Life Park.

But beyond the sights, sounds and experiences, the city is sure to bring unforgettable bonding memories that visitors can bring back home.

“This season, we invite you to celebrate your holidays in transformational Singapore and your holiday starts the moment you board Singapore Airlines,” Ranjan Jha, SIA general manager for the Philippines, Guam and USTT, announced.

Onboard SIA’s wide-body Boeing 777 aircraft flying four times daily from Manila to Singapore, passengers will enjoy SIA’s spacious seats, experienced the state-of-the-art KrisWorld inflight entertainment system featuring more than 1,000 entertainment options, World Gourmet Cuisine and the multi-awarded inflight service.

The three new packages include Barkada Fun, the Family Getaway and the Romantic Escapade. These all-inclusive packages come with a roundtrip Economy Class ticket from Manila, Cebu or Davao via SIA or SilkAir (a full-service carrier); roundtrip airport transfers; two-night ,twin-share hotel accommodation with daily breakfast; selected tour or attraction; taxes and fuel surcharges.

Starting at $575 per person, friends looking for a holiday adventure can take advantage of the Barkada Fun package which lets passengers choose one from any of six Singapore Original Walks.

Singapore Original Walks is led by unconventional researcher-guides who take travelers off the beaten track to the city’s best-kept secret haunts. For instance, a certified barkada hit would be The Tipple Exchange which features a pub crawl at charming pubs with the sunset as the backdrop. Travelers also enjoy drink discounts. If you book The Tipple Exchange walk, you will also be entitled to another free additional walk.