Staycation

Ways to Maximise Your SingapoRediscovers Vouchers

With $100 worth of SingapoRediscovers vouchers distributed to all Singaporeans above 18 years old, it is the perfect opportunity for you to look at Singapore with curious eyes and a fresh perspective.

Go beyond your usual haunts, challenge what you thought you knew about this city and discover hidden gems you may have never even heard of. You might be in for a pleasant surprise.

In this article, we’ve put together 5 ways for you to maximise your SingapoRediscovers vouchers to get the best value and experiences out of it.

Disclaimer: The information in this article is based on currently available information from Singapore Tourism Board (STB) and is subject to change.

1. Plan with friends and family

Pictured: Haji Lane

If you are able to gather your friends (but no more than 5!) and family to utilise your vouchers together, it will provide you with not just a greater sum of vouchers, but also a lot more options for all of you to enjoy together!

With a possible combined budget of up to $500, you can book a staycation in a suite or family room and still have enough left over to get tickets for other attractions and tours.

2. Pick the right dates and book early

Pictured: Rail Corridor

The vouchers are available for use till June 2021, so you have some time to plan ahead and select the dates of your choice.  

If you select peak periods like weekends, school holidays or public holidays, do note that you might be faced with crowds or longer wait times due to the implementation of safe distancing measures

For places that require bookings, we suggest that you book at least 1 month in advance for peak periods.

For example, hotel room availability has been reduced due to the extensive disinfection required to keep you safe. So you would have to book early in order to secure your choice and get a lower rate!

3. Look out for partnerships and tie-ups

Pictured: AMOY, a hotel approved for staycations

Find out if the experiences you are interested in have any ongoing partnerships discounts! Some places have partnered with local restaurants, retailers and other attractions to offer you exclusive discounts that will help you save even more.

For example, guests at AMOY can enjoy 10% off a coffee appreciation workshop at Nanyang Old Coffee during their stay while guests at The Barracks Hotel Sentosa can enjoy 20% off selected F&B outlets on Sentosa.

4. Stack your vouchers with existing promotions

Pictured: Nanyang Old Coffee

In anticipation of Singaporeans using their vouchers, many of these experiences have started running attractive promotions specially catered for locals to encourage them to rediscover Singapore.

The official Visit Singapore website has curated all the available SingapoRediscovers promotions on their page here so be sure to check it out.

You can also check other available articles online for further reference:

• The Smart Local’s list of 32 experiences – click here
• Singapore Tatler’s list of the best local tours in Singapore – click here
• CNA Lifestyle’s list of activities – click here
• ByKidO’s list of family-friendly activities – click here

5. Pick one activity as the highlight and plan around it

 Pictured: Fort Siloso

With a mind-boggling array of choices available, it is easy to get overwhelmed with the number of things to do!  

To help you decide based on the limited vouchers you have, pick either a hotel, attraction or tour that would be the highlight of your itinerary and could possibly take up majority of your budget! You can then plan all the other experiences based on the location and remaining budget. 

For example, if you have been longing for a resort getaway, you might consider booking a relaxing stay at The Barracks Hotel Sentosa and then visiting free attractions nearby such as Fort Siloso and the newly-built Fort Siloso Skywalk, a treetop trail 11 storeys above ground.

6. Book a staycation package that has everything included 

Pictured: Smith Marine Floating Restaurant 

To really maximise the value of your voucher and save on the hassle of planning, consider booking a hotel package where everything has already been included for you! Many hotels have partnered with local attractions to offer all-in bundles that include complimentary meals and activities that you can enjoy during your stay. 

Hotels are able to negotiate better rates with these partnered attractions, so it is more worthwhile to get a package rather than purchase each experience individually. 

For example, we’ve partnered with Smith Marine Floating Restaurant to offer guests of Village Hotel Bugis an unconventional kelong dining experience. Two-way transport by land and sea is also covered in the package! 

Enjoy your planning! 

Pictured: The Barracks Hotel Sentosa, a hotel approved for staycations

There’s no better time than now to rediscover this sunny island you call home to uncover sights and sounds you may have not known of before.

Further details on how to redeem your SingapoRediscovers vouchers will only be made available in November 2020 and you can start utilising them from December 2020 onwards. You may refer to STB’s official website here any time you wish to find out more information!

Also, only a select number of attractions and hotels have been approved by STB for reopening and the list will change according to the latest regulations so check the official list before you begin planning to avoid disappointment!

List of Approved Hotels

List of Approved Attractions

Till then, happy planning and check out all our available staycation deals here.