GSS, or The Great Singapore Sale is an annual shopping event in Singapore, co-organized by the Singapore Tourism Board, stores, shopping malls, and many other retail companies, to promote the tourism industry in Singapore as well as increasing shopping experience for Singaporeans.
Date of Great Singapore SaleWhen is Great Singapore Sale 2011?
Great Singapore Sale 2011 will be held for 8 weeks from Friday, 27 May 2011 to Sunday, 24 July 2011. The GSS 2011 has been timed to coincide with the peak travel seasons to enable visitors to enjoy the fantastic deals all around.
The Great Singapore Sale 2011 has also been timed to coincide with the Singapore Arts Festival (13 May 2011 – 5 June 2011), Singapore River Festival (1 July 2011 – 9 July 2011), and Singapore Food Festival (16 July 2011 – 25 July 2011) to give visitors even more compelling reasons to visit Singapore during GSS 2011.
What’s In Great Singapore Sale?During the Great Singapore Sale 2011, you can enjoy up to 70% discount for everything on sale, anywhere in Singapore. From posh shopping centers in Marina Bay and Orchard to small stores in the suburbs, you will find fabulous deals for clothes, gadgets, beauty treatments, spa, attractions, and even food !
Many fantastic deals are up to grab during the Great Singapore Sale, with discounts up to 70% off, value deals under $50, special 1-for-1 deals, gifts-with-purchase promotions, and lucky draws.
For tourist, get even better deals because you can get GST return for almost everything you buy. Exclusive tourist privileges, priceless MasterCard rewards, exciting events and promotions, and late night shopping, dining and entertainment also await you.
Where To Go For Great Singapore Sale 2011?You can grab fabulous deals virtually anywhere in Singapore during the Great Singapore Sale 2011, but if you want to make best use of your time, you can’t go wrong with the shopping belts of Orchard Road, Marina Bay, Bugis and Southern Waterfront.
Here are some popular shopping centers in Orchard area:
- Wisma Atria
- Ngee Ann City / Takashimaya
- Lucky Plaza
- ION Orchard
- Plaza Singapura
- Far East Plaza
- Tang Plaza
- The Heeren Shops
- Wheelock Place
- The Centrepoint
- The Paragon
- Forum The Shopping Mall
Where To Stay During Great Singapore Sale 2011?
Heart of all the actions for Great Singapore Sale 2011 is located at Singapore’s most popular shopping district, in Orchard Road. There are many hotels along the Orchard Road. Here are a few selections:
Great Singapore Sale 2011 – Hotels in Orchard
* Mandarin Orchard Hotel
* Royal Plaza On Scotts Hotel
* Orchard Parade Hotel
* The Regent Singapore – A Four Seasons Hotel
* York Hotel
* Orchard Hotel Singapore
* Grand Park Orchard Hotel
* Goodwood Park Hotel
* The Elizabeth Hotel
Want to indulge yourself and your family? We have some luxury hotel recommendations for you.
Great Singapore Sale 2011 – Luxury Hotels in Sentosa Island
* Siloso Beach Resort Sentosa
* Capella Singapore Hotel
* Amara Sanctuary Resort
* Resorts World Sentosa – Festive Hotel
* Resorts World Sentosa – Hard Rock Hotel
* Resorts World Sentosa – Hotel Michael
Great Singapore Sale 2011 – Luxury Hotels in Town
* Marina Bay Sands
* Carlton Hotel
* Conrad Centennial Singapore
* Fairmont Singapore
* Grand Park City Hall
* Mandarin Oriental, Singapore
* Marina Mandarin
* Naumi
* Peninsula Excelsior Hotel
* Raffles Hotel
* Swissotel The Stamford, Singapore
* The Fullerton Hotel
* The Pan Pacific Hotel, Singapore
* The Ritz-Carlton Millennia, Singapore
* The Fullerton Bay Hotel
Looking to make best use of your budget on the shopping trip? Here are a few budget hotel recommendations.
Great Singapore Sale 2011 – Budget Hotels in Geylang (under $50)
It is not advisable for female visitors traveling alone to stay in Geylang.
* Hotel 81 Princess, Geylang
* Hotel 81 Gold, Geylang
* Hotel 81 Palace, Geylang
* Hotel 81 Star, Geylang
* Hotel 81 Orchid, Geylang
* Fragrance Ruby Hotel, Geylang
* Fragrance Emerald Hotel, Geylang
* Fragrance Pearl Hotel, Geylang
Great Singapore Sale 2011 – Other Budget Hotels in Town (under $70)
* Hotel 81 Opera, Joo Chiat
* Value Hotel Nice, Balestier
* Value Hotel Balestier, Balestier
* Fragrance Rose Hotel Balestier
* Gateway Hotel, Joo Chiat
* Le Peranakan Hotel, East Coast Road
* Hotel 81 Sakura, Joo Chiat
* Hotel 81 Classic, Joo Chiat
* Hotel 81 Osaka, Chinatown
Shopper Pro-tips: Looking for even better value? Check out the clearance sale in August. Virtually greater discount on almost everything in Singapore, provided it’s not sold out yet.
More Great Singapore Sale 2011 Resources
Great Singapore Sale 2011 Official Site
Discounted Singapore Hotels for Great Singapore Sale
Singapore Tourism Board
Singapore Retailers Association
Singapore 2011 Holiday & Event Guide
Enjoy great savings and a great time in Singapore, and make sure to check out the Great Singapore Sale 2011 !
Sources : http://sgholiday.com/calendar/great-singapore-sale/