Fun-filled Adventures In SG

Flight Experience Singapore

This is a flight simulator where you get to control the exact replica of a Boeing 737-80 cockpit. Its photorealistic visuals and full functioning avionics will definitely make you feel like a real pilot. What more, you can bring your family or friends along for a ride.

The simulator is equipped with state-of-the-art features including a 180-degree wraparound screen with stunning and realistic visuals. You can choose your route, log instrument flight hours, and refine your take-offs and touch-downs. You can even choose what time to fly giving as the screen provide amazing daytime and nighttime scenery.

You can get individualized training or choose from various flight packages. Even young ones can have their man-to-man flight instruction and receive a certificate after the lesson. A DVD copy of your flight is available just in case you want to relive the moment.  

Adrenaline Rush

If you are an adrenaline junkie and have a knack for adventure, Ultimate Drive lets experience the power of a Ferrari F430 F1 Spider or a Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder and rev up its engine on the official F1 circuit. There are three routes to choose from, all of which can give you a heart-pumping adventure. There are three different types of tours to choose from. If you want to savor a one-hour ride around the city on the helm of a Ferrari or Lamborghini, choose the ultimate Tour package. The two other options are the 15-minute Street Circuit Tour and the 30-minute Street to Freeway Tour. You can also choose either to enjoy the cosmopolitan scenery as a passenger or maneuver these elegant racers as a driver. Your F1 tour starts at either the iconic Marina Bay Sands or the Singapore Flyer. The drive is recorded with a high definition camera which you can purchase after.

Forest Adventure

Who would have thought that you can find a real jungle adventure in the midst of this concrete urban jungle? Forest Adventure is a two-course man-made jungle reservoir filled with obstacles and zip lines. The main attraction is the 34-obstacle Grand Course which takes a maximum of 2.5 hours to complete. Here, you get to tackle different levels of obstacles which include trapezes, logs, bridges, and more. The highlight of the course is zipping across the Bedok Reservoir on a 200-meter zip line.

For the younger crowd, the Kid's Course is perfect for 5 - 10 year-old adventurers. The course consists of 16 obstacles and a 1.45-meter zip line. Both of the courses offer a short lecture on safety before the adventure.  

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What Should You Include in Your Italy Itinerary

Climb an Active Volcano in Sicily

Sicily is an island off the south coast of Italy that is probably most famous for being home to the Italian mafia, but fear not! It’s actually not a dangerous place, and skipping Sicily on your trip would be a great shame, particularly for outdoor adventurers. This is because Sicily is home to the magnificent Mount Etna, one of the world’s best known active volcanoes. Walking up the mountain takes about 4 hours and is quite a slog, but the views from the top, as well as the landscape of the volcano itself, makes it well worth the effort.    

Look at the Stars in the Milan Planetarium

The planetarium in Milan is like no other that you have visited before, because this is actually the largest planetarium in the whole of the country. There are guided projections every Saturday and Sunday, so this would be the best time to visit and do some star gazing. It’s also a great place to get kids to learn something new and interested in space and science.

Drink Italian Craft Beers in Rome

Italy is, of course, famous for its broad selection of exquisite wine, but if you are a beer drinker, fear not because there is also a growing craft beer culture in the country. If the idea of sipping on some delicious Italian beers sounds like a good idea to you, be sure to make your way to Open Baladin in Rome. This hidden place on a side street serves up more than 40 beers on tap, including chocolate and coffee flavoured beers, so there is bound to be something that gets your tastebuds going

Eat Delicious Caponata in Sicily

Sicily is an island with a huge amount of offer. As well as great beaches and mountains, it has a food culture that is distinct from the mainland, and one of the traditional dishes that comes from Sicily is caponata. This dish is simple, like many Italian dishes, and it’s all the more delicious because of it. Caponata is essentially aubergine that is cooked with tomatoes, raisins, capers and pine nuts. Scoop it up with bread and you’ll be in food heaven.

Visit a Medieval Fortress in Milan

Italy is a country that is totally bursting full of historic attractions, but Milan is probably best known as a contemporary city that’s more famous for Fashion Week than for its castles, but don’t skip Milan if you are interested in history because a Medieval fortress called Sforza Castle is well worth some of your time. Inside this beautiful building, you can also find a complex of cool museums, such as the Museum of Ancient Art, the Museum of Musical Instruments, and the Egyptian Museum. 

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Unique Activities You Get to Enjoy Only in Italy

Take the Ferry to Monte Isola

Lake Iseo is not the largest or deepest lake in Italy, not even in the Lombardy region, but we think that it’s one of the country’s underrated treasures. You can relax around its shores, or if you feel like an adventure, take a trip to Monte Isola, an island in the centre of the lake that’s actually the largest inhabited lake island in southern Europe. There are only 2000 residents and no cars, so it’s perfect if you want to destress completely.  

Try a Ravioli Dessert Called Seadas

Ravioli is a well known Italian dish: pillows of pasta that are filled with some kind of deliciousness whether it’s meat ragu, lobster, or something else. But did you know that ravioli can also be transformed into a dessert in Italy, and that this is called Seadas? This dish is most commonly eaten on the island of Sardinia, and consists of ravioli filled with cheese and honey, and it is then deep fried rather than boiled so it becomes a kind of fritter.    

Visit a Flea Market on the Banks of Lake Maggiore

Before you leave Italy, you will no doubt want to shop for some cool things to take home with you. Trust us when we tell you to bypass the overpriced and cheesy tourist shops and to head to Lake Maggiore instead, where you can find an open-air flea market called Borgo d’Ale. And since this market is in Italy, it’s not only a place find cool antiques and trinkets, but there is also plenty of regional food, including yummy Grana Padano cheese.    

Enjoy a Sunset Kayak in Procida

Procida is one of the Italian islands that is way off the tourist radar, and this is why you should definitely go there on your trip to Italy. This island is located off the coast of Naples, and is filled with beautiful lemon groves, and houses that are painted in the most gorgeous Mediterranean pastel shades. One of the coolest activities on the island is a spot of sunset kayaking, so you can enjoy the calm waters while watching the pink sun go down over the ocean.    

Join the Party at Just Cavalli Hollywood, Milan

Milan is a city that is famous the world over for its glamour and decadence, and you can experience a touch of this decadence for yourself if you visit the Just Cavalli Hollywood club in the city. As you might have guessed, the club is actually owned by Cavalli, the famous fashion designer, and it is beyond sleek. The cocktails are great, the clientele is intimidatingly good looking, and we love it! 

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Worth Spending Activities in Italy

Learn All About Italian Painter, Giorgio de Chirico

When you think about famous Italian painters, your mind will probably wander back to the Baroque and Renaissance periods of art, but Italy has also produced some very fine contemporary artists, including the likes of Giorgio de Chirico, and you can learn all about his life and see some of his works at the Giorgio de Chirico House Museum in Rome, so called because the artist and his wife lived there for thirty years before he died.

Try Delicious Wines at the Antinori Winery

It is no secret that Italians know more than a thing or two about creating stellar wine, and while you’re in the country you should sip as much as you can (without destroying your liver or turning into a drunk). In fact, the selection of wines can be somewhat overwhelming, and that’s why we would recommend a trip to the Antinori Winery, surrounded by the hills of Chianti, where you’ll be looked after, and you’ll be guided through wine tastings in a stunning setting.

Eat in the Best Pizzeria on the Planet

When you think of Italian food, one of the first dishes you are likely to think of is pizza. And who could blame you? It is, after all, one of the most delicious and popular foods on the face of the planet. We honestly could have filled this guide with the 101 coolest places to eat pizza in Italy, but we have restrained ourselves to give you our number one choice, with is a traditional pizzeria called Di Matteo in Naples. You can expect thin and crispy crusts, tomato sauce that is bursting full of flavour, and the freshest buffalo mozzarella.

Take in the View of Venice From the Campanile

For anyone arriving to Venice by sea, the tower of the Campanile of St Mark’s is the first thing that would be seen. This bell tower is 99 metres tall, and you can take an elevator right to the top of the tower, where you will reach the observation deck. There is a cost attached to doing this, but it’s well worth it for the exceptional view that you’ll have across the whole of the city.

Get Close to Sea Life in the Aquarium of Genoa

A great deal of Italy is surrounded by water, and this means that you can find plenty of interesting marine life off the coast. But if you don’t fancy getting your feet wet you can still see the sea creatures of Italy by visiting the country’s largest aquarium, the Aquarium of Genoa. With 15,000 animals inside, there is plenty to explore for the whole family. You can feel the grandeur of the sharks, say hi to the cute penguins, be amazed by the manatees, and more.

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Travelling with Kids to London - See Science Museum

Watch the progress of British and London history - all within the walls of amazing and historical museum buildings that are free and open to all. London has more than 200 museums - detailing British history and the history of the wider world, showcasing man's artistic creativity and ingenuity.  From art to history to science and many others, taking a tour of London museums is an enriching and leisurely way to begin a trip around the capital.

The Science Museum in London is located on Exhibition Road, South Kensington, where it is adjacent to the Natural History Museum.  In fact, the two used to be connected by a public corridor, but this is now closed. The building housing the Science Museum is known as the East Block, which was designed by Sir Richard Allison. 

It was intended to be a much larger construction project, but work stopped during the First World War, and was never continued. The Science Museum came into being as an independent entity in June 1909, housing the Science Collection that was kept separate from the Art Collection that can be found in the V&A Museum today.  It is a popular attraction, and draws in about 3.3 million visitors annually.  It is a perfect place to bring the kids - for whom the exhibits hold a natural appeal, making it a perfect family destination. There are seven floors of amazing, entertaining, educational and some interactive exhibits, including the Apollo 10 command module and a flight simulator, Stephenson's Rocket, and the Launch Pad where children are offered the first hand opportunity to experience basic scientific principles. 

The Space Gallery contains a 600 kg Spacelab x-ray telescope used for British space missions, and full-scale models of the Beagle 2 Mars Lander and the Huygens Titan probe. For a fee, visitors can also visit the museum's IMAX 3D Cinema.  The Dana Centre, on the other hand, where lectures and performances are given, is adults-only. All together, the Science Museum holds a collection of over 300,000 items. 

They offer events such as "Science Night," where kids can spend an evening in science-based activities in the museum, and for a slightly older audience - outreach programs and educational trips.

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St.Paul's Cathedral - Certainly One of London's Finest

St. Paul's Cathedral caters to the Anglican denomination, and is the mother church of the Diocese of London and the mother church of the worldwide Anglican Communion.  It is one of the most recognizable landmarks in London, and sits on Ludgate Hill at the highest point in the city of London. The cathedral was designed and built by Sir Christopher Wren in the English baroque style, but this constructed only after the fire of 1666 destroyed the previous St. Paul's cathedral.  Actually, four other churches were built on this site, and each time the cathedral was expanded and extended. 

One of the more prominent features of St. Paul's Cathedral is the large dome - long been a notable sight of the London skyline.  Until 1967, the cathedral was the tallest building in the world, and to this day, its dome is still among the highest in the world. St. Paul's Cathedral is at the center for many significant national events, such as the funerals of Lord Nelson, the Duke of Wellington, Sir Winston Churchill, George Mallory, and that of Margaret Thatcher, as well as services which marked the end of the First and Second World Wars. 

There is a large lantern at the top of the dome that weighs 850 tons.  Visitors can reach the top of the dome via three galleries: The Whispering Gallery, and Stone Gallery, and the Narrow Golden Gallery.  The latter encircles the lanter's base, and gives one a magnificent view of the city of London. Beneath the cathedral is the largest crypt in Europe, built under the entire building. 

This was designed to contain the massive piers which were designed to provide structural support to the building whose weight is spread out over eight piers.  The crypt is also the final resting place of some of Britain's notable personages such as the Duke of Wellington, Admiral Nelson, and even Christopher Wren himself, who designed and constructed the cathedral. Admittance to the cathedral is only free for services, and there is no sightseeing during this time. 

There is a charge for sightseers, for which The Interpretation Project has been formulated - a long term project dedicated with breathing life into St. Paul's for its visitors.  There is a film that tells the history and the daily life of the cathedral, and multimedia guides were launched in 2010.  These guides offer close up views of the interior artwork of the ceilings, galleries, and the dome, including mosaics, paintings, and photographies.  Paid-for-admission, which costs around £18.00, but are also offered at group and student rates, also includes entry to the Cathedral floor, the crypt, and the three galleries in the dome.

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Do Not Miss the Unique Guildhall Art Gallery and the Underground London Roman Amphiteatre When in London

The Guildhall Art Gallery was constructed in 1999, replacing a building that was destroyed in The Blitz in 1941.  It was intented to house the art collection of the London.  It was built in a semi-gothic style, adjacent to and in harmony with the nearby historic Guildhall, to which it was connected internally.  Within the art gallery, sightseers can witness an amazing display of some of the masterpieces of great artists, which are dated from 1670 to the 21st century. 

A different kind of display, however, can be seen underground. Beneath the Guildhall Complex lies the remains of an old Roman Amphitheatre.   It was discovered in 1988, when the old Guildhall Art Gallery was being redeveloped.  Today, the remains of the ampitheatre are displayed on site in the basement of the art gallery. The Romans established the first major settlement along the River Thames during AD43, which they called Londinium. 

It was suspected for a long time that the Romans had built an amphitheatre in old Londinium, but it wasn't until the remains were found that this theory was validated and the site determined.  It was previously thought that the amphiteatre was built outside of London's city limits. Much of the ruins are still remarkably well-preserved.  It was a circular, 80-m structure that would have accommodated around 6,000 people.  During that time, Londinium's population would have been around 20,000-30,000.  Today, many of the amphiteatre's original structure remains - and one can see portions of the original circular walls, its drainage system, and even the sand that filled the arena. 

In it heyday, it featured gladiator combats, public executions, wild animal fights, and even religious activities.  When the ancient Romans left, the amphiteatre was abandoned, and lost for centuries until recently. There are various ways by which a sightseer can join a tour of the old amphiteatre - admission to the Guildhall Art Gallery includes entry to the amphiteatre, but there are also tours conducted by other bodies such as the Museum of London, although general admission is free. 

Booking a tour is highly recommended, however, as this would enable the spectator to learn more and gain some experience from lectures or reconstructions conducted by the guides.  Aboveground, a wide circular design on the stones of Guildhall yard marks the outline of the amphitheatre below.

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Churchill War Rooms Is Must See for History Lovers

Anyone with an interest in World War II and Nazi Germany's defeat would certainly be interested in the room in which Churchill and his wartime government had its headquarters and command center.  This secret bunker  in the heart of London was where they they coordinated their plans and strategies throughout the second world war. Located beneath Westminster, the Churchill War Rooms - formerly called the Cabinet War Rooms, and now more formally referred to as the Churchill Museum and Cabinet War Rooms -  is now preserved as a museum and is part of the five Imperial War Museums.  The rooms are preserved now as they once were in 1945.

These rooms were built and completed about a week before war broke out - a foresight of the Royal Air Force who anticipated the aerial bombing of London.  The plan was for the dispersal of key government offices to the suburbs and elsewhere in the country, but to have a suitable temporary emergency site for a government center in London.  This was identified as the basement of the then New Public Offices, on the corner of Horse Guards Road and Great George Street, near Parliament Square - now the Treasury Building in the Whitehall area of Westminster. These rooms became operational shortly before war broke out in Europe - by which time they accommodated the civilian government or the Cabinet, who coordinated closely with senior military forces in the Central War Room.  Then a few days later, Poland was invaded and Britain declared war on Germany.  Some of the other features of the bunker included a Map Room and a Cabinet Room. 

When Churchill was appointed Prime Minister, he visited the Cabinet Room and decided: "This is the room from which I will direct the war." After the Blitz bombing of 1940, protection of the Cabinet War Rooms was increased by "the Slab" - a massive layer of concrete that was up to five feet thick.  The rooms continued to expand, and now included facilities and dormitories for the staff, private bedrooms for officers and senior ministers, and rooms for telephone swithchboard operators and typists. 

Two of the more prominent rooms include the Transatlantic Telephone Room and Churchill's office-bedroom. These rooms were abandoned shortly after the surrender of Japan in 1945, and the preservation and administration of this historic site was tasked to the Imperial War Museum in the early 1980s.  They were subsequently opened to the public in 1984.  It was expanded in 2003, restored, and rebranded as the Churchill Museum and Cabinet War rooms in 2005. 

One of the centerpoints of the museum is an interactive centerpiece table that allows visitors to access digitized material from the Churchill Archives Center.  The Museum is estimated to receive around 300,000 visitors each year.

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Have Fun On Your Vacation At Astoria

Immerse yourself in one of the most culturally diverse neighborhoods in New York that caters to the middle class.  In Astoria, Queens, you can experience a variety of international cuisines for a price range that won’t break your budget.

Known primarily for its Greek traditional neighborhood, Astoria is also home to a number of other ethnic communities – Italian, Brazilian, Baltic, Irish, and Egyptians.  Of late, younger, hip crowds have also begun to move in to the middle class neighborhood, infusing fresh life into this quiet spot in Queens.

This is a great place to food-trip your way around a variety of international cuisines.  As many as five continents are represented among the different restaurants available in the area – and some would say they are far more authentic, and certainly not quite so expensive – as those served in the elegant restaurants in Manhattan.

And together with the food comes the culture, so shops and stores abound, selling a variety of interesting things – Greek groceries, vintage clothing, Eastern European meats, locally made accessories and clothing.  There’s no shortage of shopping opportunities while you’re there.

And if that isn’t enough, Astoria also offers one of the oldest of New York City beer gardens: Bohemian Hall & Beer Garden, which has been in operation since 1910.  There are other beer gardens that have since sprung up in the City, so you won’t be short on choices.  For a more beer-centered experience, there are even a number of burgeoning local breweries and home-brew equipment stores.

And finally, take a moment to enjoy the outdoors of Astoria’s neighborhood.  Astoria Park is a leafy, 60 acre park set on gently sloping hills with a good view of the East River.  There are playgrounds, running tracks, a skating park, and the City’s oldest and largest swimming pool.  And to further bolster the neighborhood’s unique diversity – there are a number of Green sculptures in Athens Square Park. 

There is plenty of music and dancing, too – whether you opt to join the locals in the Tuesday Greek Nights, or the Wednesday Italian Nights.  A visit to Astoria can be a relaxing and enjoyable outing for the entire family.

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Do Not Miss Ellis Island Immigration Museum on Your Visit to NYC

The Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration is located in the Main Building on Ellis Island – the former

immigration station complex.  Located in Upper New York Bay, Ellis Island is originally a part of what used to be known as the Oyster Islands – three islands that were not completely submerged during high tide (the other two are Liberty Island and Black Tom Island).  There was a rich source of oyster banks on these islands which have been a major food source since the original Lenape population until the next three centuries – until landfilling obliterated them.  The island itself was named for Samuel Ellis, who acquired the island sometime in the late 1700’s.

The original island itself was much smaller until it was expanded with land reclamation.  For a time, it also served as a federal arsenal of the War Department, a military post and the location of Fort Gibson, until eventually being turned to a federal immigration station.

It is estimated that some 12 million immigrants entered America through the doors of Ellis Island.  The Main Building as we know it today was constructed only after a fire of unknown origin destroyed the original wooden structures on the island – including all the immigration records dating back to 1855.  The Main Building was designed in the French Renaissance Revival Style by Edward Lippincott Tilton and William A. Boring, who also designed the Kitchen and Laundry Building, the Main Powerhouse, and the Main Hospital Building.  Due to the flood of immigrants, the island was subsequently expanded again with landfill, and additional structures built to accommodate the population. 

After 1924, Ellis Island was used as a detention and deportation station for German merchant mariners and enemy aliens – mostly Axis nationals.  It also served as a processing center for sick or wounded soldiers who were sent home, and as a Coast Guard training base.  Immigration processing continued, though the numbers only picked up again after the war.

The Immigration station closed in November 1954, and the buildings fell into disrepair until it was restored and reopened in 1990.  In 2015, it was officially renamed the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, and features exhibits which tell the story of American immigration, including the Hearing Room, Peak Immigration Years, the Peopling of America, Restoring a Landmark, Silent Voices, Treasures from Home, and the Ellis Island Chronicles.  Audio tours are available, and the structures also include three theaters for films and live performances.

Outside, there is a Wall of Honor which contains a partial list of the immigrants who were processed on the island.  It is estimated that some half of America’s current population can trace their ancestry back to the immigrants who entered America through the doors of Ellis Island.  A visit to this museum can be for many not just a historical New York trip, but also a familial one.

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