The Great Singapore Sale Returns!
The ever-popular Great Singapore Sale runs from 23 May to 20 July this year.
Known by visitors for great across-the-board bargains, the Great Singapore Sale stimulates shopping activities in both city centre and suburbs.
This mega-event involves hundreds of retail outlet and is organised by the Singapore Retailers Association, supported by the Singapore Tourism Board with Mastercard as the official Credit Card. Use the Card for purchases and stand to win some amazing prizes.
For tourists the Sale has even more appeal as not only can they pick up some great bargains but at the end of their shopping spree (going broke saving money ...joke!) they can claim back the 7% GST paid on many purchases.
Shopping is a built-in interest for Singaporeans who also make the most of the discounts on offer (up to 70% in many cases) for the two months of the Great Sale. Now is your chance to join local shopping professionals in some bargain hunting moments.
Major areas to check out include... Orchard Road, Marina Square, VivoCity and Funan Centre (IT). Not forgetting Bugis, Chinatown, Kampong Glam & Arab Street, Geylang Serai and Little India for ethnic goods ... and Great World City on the city fringe - free coach transfer from outside Tangs on Orchard Road.
Remember that shops in Singapore open mid-morning and close around 9pm - daily. During promotional times many stay open until 11pm - or later. Check this point before you head off with your bags at the ready.
So if you are heading for Singapore during the Great Singapore Sale come prepared to save a great deal on the great deals around.
In fact, you'd better bring an extra suitcase to accommodate immediate purchases - and check on shipping costs for that ancient Chinese Opium Bed you've always wanted.
The Great Singapore Sale - it's always great!