Conrad Centennial Singapore to Reopen to Leisure Guests (i.e. Staycations) from 22 December 2021
The Conrad Centennial Singapore is currently an SHN-designated property (SDF), but it will start accepting leisure bookings again from 22 December 2021. As you may already know, many international chain properties in Singapore are currently not accepting leisure bookings as they are dedicated isolation facilities.
The Conrad Centennial Singapore was initially supposed to reopen to leisure guests on 5 March 2022 but due to the home recovery default in Singapore, the hotel will start accepting staycation and leisure bookings from 22 December 2021 so make sure you lock in those important dates if you are planning to celebrate Christmas or New Year's Eve in style.
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A look inside the Emirates Lounge at Auckland Airport, which is currently serving Qantas Business Class passengers during the Qantas lounge renovation. While pleasant and functional, the experience was ultimately unremarkable, leaving me eager to see the all-new Qantas International Lounge when it debuts in 2026.
American Express is now accepted for public transport fares on Singapore’s MRT and buses. From 3-31 July 2025, eligible cardholders can register for an Amex Offer to receive S$3 back on every S$6 spent on transit fares, up to five times per registered card.
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Oman Air officially joins oneworld as its 15th member from 1 July 2025, extending the alliance’s reach across the Gulf and South Asia. Premium travellers will enjoy seamless access to Oman Air’s award-winning product and an expanded network of destinations, including a new Muscat–Amsterdam route.
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