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Singapore the Greatest Pleasure of Travel Isn’T Always What You Find There Travellers essentials UOB Regional Privileges Important Numbers Police Flight Information Singapore 999 1800 542 4422 Fire/Ambulance Singapore Image courtesyoftheSingaporeTourismBoard 995 Immigration & Registration (65) 6391 6100 Tourist Hotline 1800 736 2000 Getting Around Comfort Taxis MRT Hotline: (65) 6552 1111 Hotline: 1800 767 4333 Website: www.smrtcorp.com City Cab Hotline: (65) 6552 2222 Bus Hotline: 1800 287 2727 TIBS Taxis Website: www.sbstransit.com.sg Hotline: (65) 6555 8888 The Singapore Trolley Hotline: (65) 6339 6833 Website: www.singaporeexplorer.com.sg Weather Singapore's climate is warm and humid, with average temperature of 23°C to 31°C. Rain falls throughout the year, with more consistent rain coming during the monsoon season from November to January. UOB General Terms and Conditions: • All offers are valid till 30 April 2006, unless otherwise stated. • All offers are valid on full priced items, unless otherwise stated. • Not valid with other promotions, offers, loyalty or reward schemes. • Payment must be made with UOB or Bank of Asia Visa/Mastercard Credit/Debit Card. • Discounts, vouchers and privileges are not exchangeable for cash or other goods and services. • UOB and the participating outlets reserve the right to vary/amend the privileges terms and conditions without prior notice. United OverseasBankLtdCompanyRegNo.193500026Z • All information is correct at time of print. The greatest pleasure of travel isn’t always what you find there. Sometimes, it’s what you bring. Located in the heart of Southeast Asia, Singapore is a vibrant city with much to offer. You can find a diversity of international cuisines to satisfy any cravings! With a blend of the East and West, this city is a melting pot of people and culture, bursting with lots of exciting activities, places of interest and interesting cuisines. Be at the pulse of Singapore’s vibrancy. UOB is pleased to present you with exclusive privileges at two of the hottest districts in Singapore, Orchard Road and Singapore is well-known for two favourite pastimes – eating and shopping! Shop to your Marina Centre. hearts content at super-sized malls that house local and international luxury boutiques and department stores, all conveniently located in close proximity. Sample the With so much to offer, be prepared to titillate your senses with an endless stream of astonishing variety of mouth-watering delights, from fine dining to the local food courts. culinary, leisure and shopping experiences in Singapore with UOB Cards. Image courtesy of the Singapore Tourism Board Treat your senses to a holiday like no other with UOB Cards. Dining in Singapore Coca Plaza Parkroyal, Singapore Beach Road, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6295 3611; International Building, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6738 2588; 7500A Beach Road, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6298 0011 Ngee Ann City, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6734 7887; Novena Square, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6255 2688 Known for its authentic local favourite, you can find a melting pot of delectable bites at Café Savour all your favourite vegetables, seafood and meat with a steamy hot, nutritious broth and Plaza, popular for its Euro Asian Buffets and savoury local delights like Laksa, Roti Prata, our homemade COCA sauce, and discover the delightful taste that’s made us famous in Asia. delicious Chicken Rice and Mee Goreng. A must-try is its Euro Asian Buffet that has the most UOB Cardholders enjoy 10% discount on total bill appetising array of local and Western treats under one roof, plus a Japanese counter to indulge in the freshest of sashimi or sushi. For reservations, please call the Cafe at (65) 6290 8218. UOB Cardholders enjoy: • 20% discount on total food bill on weekdays at Café Plaza • 10% discount on total food bill on weekends at Café Plaza Country Manna • 20% discount on total bill at Club 5 #01-21, Great World City, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6835 2838; 66A Serangoon Garden Way, Singapore. Terms & Conditions Tel: (65) 6383 4347; #01-01, Sun Plaza, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6555 1478; #B1-058, Suntec City Mall, • Café Plaza offer is not valid on banquets, children’s menus, and for first 15 days of Chinese New Year. Fountain Terrace, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6336 7330 • Café Plaza offer is valid for up to 30 persons per card per bill. • Club 5 offer is not valid during Happy Hours. This American-styled casual family restaurant offers tasty baked country fare. A must-try is • All offers are not valid with other offers, discounts, privileges, promotions, set menus, vouchers or membership the Country style Chicken Soup topped with Filo pastry. privileges. • All offers are not valid on the Eves of and on Christmas, New Year’s Day or Public Holidays, Valentine’s, UOB Cardholders enjoy: Mother’s and Father’s Day. • 10% discount on a la carte menu • Complimentary regular Brownie Birthday treat Terms & Conditions: Si Chuan Dou Hua • Please produce ID/passport for verification in order to receive Birthday treat. Top of UOB Plaza: 80 Raffles Place, #60-01, UOB Plaza 1, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6535 6006; Grand Plaza Parkroyal: 10 Coleman Street, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6432 5543 / 46; Plaza Parkroyal: 7500A Grand Plaza Parkroyal Beach Road, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6290 8005 10 Coleman Street, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6336 3456 Sichuan cuisine is a perennial favourite with Chinese food lovers here. The Si Chuan Dou Hua Indulge in the dining experiences of local and continental cuisine and enticing buffet spread Restaurant takes pride in the culinary expertise of its masterchefs who use only the freshest at St. Gregory's Brasserie; unwind, sip wine and enjoy a delectable range of Pacific cuisine at ingredients for their innovative and inspired cookery. To date, the Group has added its latest Wok & Grill; or relax to live entertainment or partake of a light snack at Rolf Knie's Lounge & outlet at Grand Plaza Parkroyal, Singapore, apart from its outlets at Plaza Parkroyal and TOP Coffee Bar. of UOB Plaza. UOB Cardholders enjoy: UOB Cardholders enjoy 15% discount on a la carte menu • 20% discount on total food bill on weekdays at St. Gregory Brasserie and Wok & Grill • 10% discount on total food bill on weekends at St. Gregory Brasserie and Wok & Grill • 20% discount on drinks at Rolf Knie's Lounge & Coffee Bar Terms & Conditions • Weekends apply for Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Thai Village Restaurants Soo Kee Jewellery 22 Scotts Road, Goodwood Park Hotel, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6440 8251; 50 Stadium Boulevard, 3 Temasek Boulevard, #01-056 Suntec City Mall. Tel: (65) 6334 6433; 1 Jurong West Central 2, #01-01 Oasia Building, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6440 2292; 19 Yung Ho Road, Singapore. #01-48/49 Jurong Point Shopping Centre. Tel: (65) 6791 0233; 80 Marine Parade Road, #01-02 Tel: (65) 6268 3995 Parkway Parade. Tel: (65) 6346 1433; 1 Raffles Link, #B1-29 Citylink Mall. Tel: (65) 6238 1488; Best known for its delicious sharksfin soup, baked crab with vermicelli, baked Thai-style 4 Tampines Central 5, #01-24 Tampines Mall. Tel:1800 342 6663 / (65) 6782 2933; 230 Victoria St, codfish and whole abalone with special sauce. #01-21 Parco Bugis Junction. Tel: (65) 6337 2933; 435 Orchard Road; #01-11 Wisma Atria. Tel: (65) 6733 0433; 24 Raffles Place; #01-03/04 Clifford Centre. Tel: 1800 532 2933 / (65) 6532 2942; UOB Cardholders enjoy 10% discount on a la carte menu Blk 183 Toa Payoh Central #01-306. Tel: (65) 6354 3433 Terms & Conditions The leading chain-store jeweller in Singapore, with currently 9 showrooms in major retail • Not valid on the eve and 15 days of the Lunar New Year. centres islandwide. Recognised for the winning combination of high quality, competitive • Not valid on drinks and desserts. pricing as well as friendly and knowledgeable staff, Soo Kee Jewellery strives to make every customer’s visit to our showrooms a sheer delight. UOB Cardholders enjoy S$268 for 18K White Gold Diamond Necklace (U.P. S$338) Terms & Conditions The Neptune • Valid 1 June to 31 August 2005. 7th Floor, Overseas Union House, Collyer Quay, Singapore. Tel: (65) 6224 3922 • Wisma Discover Card privilege cannot be used for further discount on above offer, but can be used for separate store purchase. Singapore’s Largest Theatre Restaurant. Indulge in traditional Dian Xin served trolley-cart style. Or be dazzled by the only international topless cabaret in Singapore whilst enjoying seafood a-la-carte. Leisure in Singapore UOB Cardholders enjoy 15% discount on total bill Terms & Conditions St. Gregory Spa • Not valid for wine and champagne. St. Gregory at Novena Square: 238 Thomson Road, #08-01 Novena Square Shopping Mall. Tel: (65) 6298 2234; St. Gregory at Grand Plaza Parkroyal: 10 Coleman Street, #01-23 Grand Plaza Parkroyal. Tel: (65) 6432 5588; St. Gregory at Plaza Parkroyal: 7500A Beach Road, Plaza Parkroyal Level 4. Tel: (65) 6290 8028 Since 1997, St. Gregory has established itself as a leader in the spa industry in Singapore. Today, St. Gregory has expanded to a complete holistic programme integrating spa Shopping in Singapore therapy, fitness, aesthetics and active-ageing to ensure a balanced and active lifestyle. UOB Cardholders enjoy S$148 + GST (U.P S$210) for Aromatic Body Bliss Massage, a choice of scrub and Day Membership Harvey Norman Terms & Conditions • Not valid with other promotions, discounts, privilege cards and vouchers. Suntec City, Northpoint, Westmall, Raffles City, Hougang Mall, Centrepoint, Tampines Mart, • Treatment components to be completed in a single treatment. Funan Centre, Parkway, Jurong Point, Millenia Walk, Ikea Building • Customers are subject to the prevailing rules and regulations of St. Gregory Spa Pte Ltd. Equipped with immense retail experience from Australia with 12 stores all over Singapore, including a Mega Superstore at Millenia and the Digital Hub kiosk at Ikea building.
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