Sunday, December 27, 2009
One that definately cannot be missed !
Orchard Road,Singapore’s largest shopping belt, stretching over 2.2km with 15 shopping malls and approximately 800,000 sq metres of stores and restaurants . You will be definitely be spoilt for choice ! Each mall is a shopper's haven offering its own selection of retail, dining and entertainment opportunities. From designer brands to fast fashion and from upscale restaurants to food courts. It will surely bring out the shopper-holic in YOU ! (:
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Before we start on our mini tour around Orchard, here’s some useful information:
GETTING THERE
By Train (MRT):
Orchard (NS22)
Nearest shopping malls: DFS Galleria, Far East Plaza, The Heeren, ION Orchard, Lucky Plaza, Ngee Ann City, Paragon Shopping Centre, Shaw House, Tanglin Mall, Tanglin Shopping Centre, Tangs, Wheelock Place, Wisma Atria.
Somerset (NS22)
Nearest shopping malls: Orchard Central,313@Somerset,The Centrepoint.
By Bus: (SBS Transit)
1N,2N,3N,4N,5N,6N,7,14,14E,16,36,65,111,124,128,162,162M,174,174e,175,502,502A,502B,518,518A,518B
By Taxi: Just simply tell your cab driver to take you to Orchard Road and you will surely arrive in the heart of Orchard Road.
And most of all know your underpasses ! As they make travelling within Orchard so much easier and comfortable.
First UP! Kick start your journey with ....
Orchard ION: One that will EVOKE your senses.
One of the 3 massive malls newly opened,it boasts of 8 levels featuring international designer labels. Connected to the Orchard MRT station, it is easily accessible and convenient for visitors.From luxury haute couture to the hottest new names on the runway,it is every fashionista's haven.
With over 300 retail, f&b and entertainment stores and an extensive food hall offering international and local flavours.It is an experience not to be missed !
It is also home to several big names like Dior, Burberry, Bally, Cole Haan, Bottega Veneta etc ,starting duplex flagship stores fronting Orchard Road.
Next we will travel to Wheelock Place which is now connected to Orchard ION and through an underpass from Shaw House as well.
It aims at targeting a niche market which is mostly middle age adults who want a cuppa to chill admist the bustling city. With alfresco dining offered by Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf,it provides the perfect ambience for relaxation. Anchored by Marks and Spensers and Borders, you can either shop for familar yet unique products at Marks and Spensers or immerse in a book at the Border's cafe.
Exiting by the other side of the Orchard control station will lead you to yet another cluster of shopping centres.Linked to the station is Wisma Atria,a mall boasting the best of international high-street brands for confident,stylish, contemporary and financially independent women. Given its ideal location,array of international brands and local retailers and leading departmental stores like Isetan,GAP, it is sure to attract many. Not to mention, getting a taste of local food at affordable prices in Food Republic and Toastbox.
Whats HAPPENING ~
· Christmas @ Wisma
· What women want
· 3 day tourist Privilege card
· Late night shopping
· SIA boarding pass privileges
· CITIBANK privilege
· What women want
· 3 day tourist Privilege card
· Late night shopping
· SIA boarding pass privileges
· CITIBANK privilege
So do remember to grab these fabulous privileges JUST FOR YOU !
Walk down to the next building from Wisma and you will realise A-City-Within-A-City.
Yes! Thats right,its the infamous Ngee Ann City.
Its oriental façade complements its Western interior creating a unique cosmopolitan shopping ambience. As it sits in the retail crossroads it is easily accessible. With 130 speciality shops, of which include international fashion labels and brands such as Hugo Boss, Christian Dior and Cartier,covering a wide range of cuisines from from Western to Cantonese to Indonesian to Thai.The highlight of this mall is the infamous Takashimaya Department Store which offers a choice of fashion and accessories for adults and children, enrichment centres, hair and beauty salons and even a fitness club!
Also the Indoor Takashimaya Square and outdoor Civic Plaza provides a place perfect for fairs,bazaars,concerts,roadshows. It’s a never-ending list of activities, good buys and great customer service
Just across the road ,accessible by underpass from MRT station, is Tangs Department store which caters to everyone, young or old. The unique feature of this mall is that it outshines as an Asian lifestyle with an international appeal. At the Tangs beauty hall, a wide range of cosmetics and fragrances are showcased and hip names like “play lab”, “Dressing room” are given.
Next to it, is Lucky Plaza which is became a regular hangout place for most Filipinos working in Singapore. This mall targets mostly adults who want to look for electronic items.It also offers watches,luggage and hair accessories for a good price. Many Filipinos also go there to do remittance and buy telephone cards.Recently, it has become a popular spot for Indonesian restaurants.
Take a 5 minute stroll down and you will spot a prominent ,modern and sophisticated façade: Paragon .
If you are ready to splurge on the threads, this six level designer fashion,accessories boutiques, sports outlets and lifestyle shops will be for you ! Home to the biggest designer names in the international fashion scene such as Prada, Gucci, Burberry, Ermenegildo Zegna, Tod's, Jimmy Choo, Miu Miu, Salvatore Ferragamo, if you have a thing for brands and labels, you will totally fall in love ! Don’t forget a mixture of home-grown and European fashion and accessories labels offer trendy and affordable chic at stores such as Celio, Guess, Maxstudio.com, Miss Selfridge. There is also food Cellar offering shoppers wide dining options and familiar food and beverage outlets.
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