Singapore – VAGABOND IMAGES

Norwegian Jewel ready after Bow-to-Stern renovation

Upendra SwamiNovember 15, 20182517 Views3

Norwegian Cruise Line, the innovator in cruising, announced the completion of the refurbishment of Norwegian Jewel as part of The Norwegian Edgeprogram, reaffirming the company’s commitment to elevating the standard of excellence across the fleet. Following a two week dry dock in Singapore for the company’s most extensive enhancement project in 2018, Norwegian Jewel will debut in Sydney, Australia on Saturday, Dec. 1, showcasing refreshed venues, updated spaces, premiere entertainment and redesigned staterooms. Offering seven to 19-day itineraries to some of the region’s most exotic destinations, she’ll spend her winter 2018 and spring 2019 seasons cruising from Sydney, Hong Kong and Singapo...

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David moves on from Nahm and leaves a legacy of Thai food behind

Upendra SwamiApril 29, 20181380 Views0

After 18 successful years, multi-award winning chef David Thompson has concluded his involvement with Nahm, the restaurant he created with Como Hotels. Renowned worldwide for his dedication and commitment to Thai food culture, David took the decision to leave Nahm last year in order to continue his work exploring and protecting the history and legacy of Thai food and flavours and to pursue new opportunities through Aylmer Aaharn, the Thai food group he co-founded in 2014. Final Dinner Service under Chef David Thompson will be on Monday 30th April 2018. Chef David Thompson, who was presented a lifetime achievement award in 2016 for his dedication to Thai food culture at Asia's 50 Best, has left Nahm at a point of excellence. The restaurant has remained on the World's 50 Best Restaur

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Vagabond at a cruise : Super Star Virgo

Upendra SwamiSeptember 2, 20161330 Views6

Cruises are always fascinating. Its a different world. Indians love cruise and every year a large number of Indian tourists go to different cruise hubs in Asia like Singapore and Dubai exclusively for cruise experience. Indians have often missed a home cruise, despite a few attempts. Now Costa cruise has announced a cruise from Mumbai in the coming season and lets hope it changes things to come. Singapore has been one of the topmost cruise destination in Asia, until Dubai came up with the biggest cruise terminal of all. Star Cruises has been one of the favourite Asian cruise lines for Indians, which had tailor-made itineraries and amenities suited to them. But there are many strong competitors and number of cruise operators. Every year scores of Indian tourists will be flying to Singapore

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Music for the love of life!

Upendra SwamiJanuary 30, 2016957 Views0

Music is life. Whichever part of the world you go, in every place and in every culture, music has a tradition. It has always been fascinating to witness the different styles and languages of the music. Some of the images of music as captured my roving camera! Music brings courage to face the world! (In streets of Antwerp) Music for the 'God' (At a church in Antwerp) Music for harmony! (at a park in Brussels!) Music inspires rhythm! (at a launch festival in Delhi) Music illuminates! (at a launch festival in Delhi) Music brings confidence to perform! (At a hotel in Singapore) Music brings out a symphony! (At a hotel in Singapore) Music gives the ability to charm! (At a hotel in Singapore) Music relives the tradition! (At a hotel in S...

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Singapore River Festival – A photo journey

Upendra SwamiSeptember 29, 2015974 Views0

There is no better way to celebrate a nation’s golden jubilee but to go back to where it all began – the Singapore River. Taking place from Friday, 23rd October to Sunday, 25th October, the Singapore River Festival 2015 will offer visitors to the three quays at the Singapore River (Clarke Quay, Boat Quay, and Robertson Quay) a kaleidoscopic line-up of exciting activities, good food, trendy markets, imaginative art installations and stunning performances by renowned local and international artists. Known for its charm as well as cultural and historical significance, the Singapore River will serve as an exciting backdrop for this three-day extravaganza. Be there to pay tribute and explore the ‘River Stories’ that have made Singapore what it is today. Mark your calendars and get ready for a

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Singapore Flyer with a different eye

Upendra SwamiJuly 18, 20152080 Views10

Singapore Flyer or Singapore Eye as it is fondly called as to beat London Eye is now the second largest ferris wheel in world (it was largest till year ago). Located in the Marina Bay area flyer with a height of 165 metres is a moving experience, a delight for the tourists coming to Singapore and also to photographers, with so many shades, angles and views for the shutterbugs. Few of mine favourites- ...

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Photo of the day – Sun sets at Marina

Upendra SwamiAugust 22, 2014985 Views2

Setting sun tries to create an impact on whatever man has created in its way! Beautiful shades at Marina Bay, Singapore. ...

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Photo of the day – Into the horizon

Upendra SwamiJuly 19, 20141471 Views7

A ship going far away in Malacca Strait into the fast changing colours of the setting sun. ...

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Go cruising this winter, huge discounts on offer!

Upendra SwamiNovember 12, 20131917 Views2

Holiday time is fast approaching and its time to enjoy sea cruises too in south-east Asia. Sea cruises have been in huge demand particularly in Christmas and New year holidays. Hence, there are many cruise discounts on offer. Rush to avail a few of them. Royal Caribbean International Cruises is launching 60/60 Offer on Singapore Sailings. Royal Caribbean International Cruises have launched the Singapore season of Asia’s largest cruise ship – Mariner of the Seas – with a 60/60 Special Offer. All Indian travelers may avail upto 60% off on select 3,4 and 5 night itineraries from Singapore, with prices starting from $60 per person per day. This announcement comes at a time when Mariner of the Seas begins her regular Singapore sailings from 10th November onwards, visiting exotic locales in T...

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Beautiful Orchids at Singapore

Upendra SwamiSeptember 22, 20131481 Views1

When it is Singapore, it has to be Orchids, of different colours and sizes and hues! Orchidarium at the Singapore Botanic Gardens is one of the finest places to see Orchids in full majestic bloom. What else, this might be also an amazing place to get some Orchid based souvenirs- real orchids preserved for ever, gold jewellery with real Orchid petals and much more. Loved to be there. ...