It’s back! Jetstar’s offer to fly, ride, stay and shop for free to Singapore

29 July 2009 - Jetstar is once again offering bargain travelers the ultimate Singapore experience with the opportunity to fly on Jetstar, stay in a great city hotel, take a breath-taking ride on the Singapore Flyer, the world’s largest observation wheel and shop at the Singapore Changi Airport – all for free!

In June, thousands of Asian travelers booked the package as part of Jetstar’s collaboration with Singapore Changi Airport the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore and the Singapore Tourism Board. The promotion is back. Between the 3rd and 11th August, travelers who book Jetstar or Valuair flights to Singapore between 1st October and 25 November 2009 from Kuala Lumpur, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu, Penang, Jakarta, Surabaya, Medan, Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, Manila and Taipei will receive the return journey free.

For every one-night stay at participating Accor properties – IBIS Singapore on Bencoolen, the Grand Mercure Roxy Hotel and the Novotel Singapore Clarke Quay – Jetstar passengers will get the second night’s stay for free during this promotional period.

The freebies do not just cover flight and accommodation. By presenting the Jetstar boarding pass, travelers participating in the promotion will be able to take a free ride on the iconic Singapore Flyer and enjoy a SGD5 voucher to shop at Singapore Changi Airport on the way home from their Singapore holiday.

In the months of October to November, travelers can also look forward to attractive shopping, dining and entertainment deals under the Singapore Tourism Board’s “2009 Reasons to enjoy Singapore” campaign and participate in signature lifestyle and cultural events such as One City, Three Festivals, Singapore Sun Festival, Christmas in the Tropics and Christmas Light Up.

Promotional packages can be booked via jetstar.com or 800 6161 977 from 3 – 11 August 2009. Terms and conditions apply visit www.jetstar.com/specials/1for1

About the promotion:

*The promotion applies to travel from Kuala Lumpur, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching, Penang, Ho Chi Minh, Manila, Bangkok, Taipei, Jakarta, Medan and Surabaya. The promotion is only valid only for travel between 1 October and 25 November 2009. Flights are subject to availability and not available on all flights all days. Full terms and conditions are at Jetstar.com/specials/1for1.

Complimentary rides on the Singapore Flyer must be redeemed within three days of arrival. The shopping voucher of SGD5 is only available for collection upon departure from Singapore Changi Airport.

Accommodation can be booked by calling the Accor reservation centre in the relevant country. Callers must specify the Jetstar promotion and provide the booking reference details at the time of making the hotel reservation. For details on how to book please visit www.jetstar.com/specials/1for1

About the “2009 Reasons to enjoy Singapore” campaign:

“2009 Reasons to enjoy Singapore” is a year-long global marketing campaign launched by the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) in February 2009. Under this campaign, STB aims to generate demand for travel to Singapore and create greater mindshare as a destination through leveraging existing signature events and developing attractive, value-for-money experiences together with industry partners. This campaign also aims to create local demand for Singapore’s tourism sector offerings, and promotions are also applicable to residents in Singapore. Various deals will be launched throughout the year, and more information can be found at www.visitsingapore.com/2009reasons.

About Accor Hotels:
Novotel Clarke Quay is conveniently located right in the centre of all the riverside action, and close to Orchard Road. The Hotel offers large modern rooms, and VIP Premier rooms and lounge. A popular bar for meeting or relaxing, a gym and outdoor resort size pool for exercise, and three restaurants serving tasty buffets and specialty cuisine. Wi-fi and meeting rooms are available for business travellers.

Grand Mercure Roxy Hotel is a welcome oasis amidst the heritage charms of historic Katong, the hotel enjoys easy access to the city centre, Singapore Expo, the Suntec Convention Centre and Orchard Road. Close by is East Coast Park with beaches, recreational facilities and renowned seafood restaurants and Changi airport is only 15 minutes with a shuttle available from the 4 star hotel. Fitness centre, pool, 2 bars and 2 restaurants along with business facilities make this a perfect choice for business or leisure.

Brand new Ibis Singapore on Bencoolen is ideally located in the heart of Singapore, within walking distance to major shopping and tourist attractions. The hotel features contemporary styled rooms with timber floors and large bay windows, and offers free WiFi access throughout the hotel.

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