Gardens by the Bay kicks off SG60 celebrations with Orchid Extravaganza and SEA debut of fireflies-inspired light show

Gardens by the Bay has kicked off its SG60 celebrations with the return of the ever-popular Orchid Extravaganza(兰花盛事)to Flower Dome, alongside the Southeast Asian debut of SPARK – a light installation resembling fireflies in the night sky by internationally renowned Dutch artist Mr Daan Roosegaarde. The launch was officiated by Minister of State for National Development and Trade and Industry, Mr Alvin Tan. Gardens by the Bay CEO Mr … Continue reading Gardens by the Bay kicks off SG60 celebrations with Orchid Extravaganza and SEA debut of fireflies-inspired light show

Fragrance Everywhere in Gardens by the Bay’s Flower Dome with latest Lilytopia special exhibition

In a first for a floral display in Flower Dome, visitors will be able to smell the flowers well before they see them. After all, lilies are renowned for their intense sweet scents, and there will be some 10,000 fragrant lilies in the new Lilytopia floral display, set against the enchanting backdrop of Venice, Italy’s renowned floating city.  This largest-ever lily showcase at Gardens by the Bay features … Continue reading Fragrance Everywhere in Gardens by the Bay’s Flower Dome with latest Lilytopia special exhibition

Floral Therapy: The Psychology of Gardens and Well-being

From the first breath of fresh air when stepping into a garden to the gentle rustling of leaves, gardens have always held a magical charm that touches our souls. Beyond their sheer beauty, flowers, ordered via send flowers to Mumbai, offer a realm of psychological and therapeutic benefits, acting as serene sanctuaries amidst the chaos of daily life. Let’s embark on a journey, exploring the … Continue reading Floral Therapy: The Psychology of Gardens and Well-being

Preview: Christmas Wonderland 2019 at Gardens By The Bay

Singapore’s most popular year-end event, Christmas Wonderland, returns to Gardens by the Bay featuring exciting new highlights with plenty to amaze visitors of all ages. Its sixth edition will mark the debut of the Christmas Parade, a brand new interactive Santa’s Workshop, a riveting mix of international theatrical productions, a whimsical Poinsettia Wishes floral display, and more threedimensional light installations, in addition to the event’s … Continue reading Preview: Christmas Wonderland 2019 at Gardens By The Bay

Gardens by the Bay presents Rose Romance

A rose by any other name would smell as sweet – but then, what exactly is a rose? At Gardens by the Bay’s Flower Dome’s Rose Romance floral display, running from now till 14th July, visitors can expect to learn about the rich heritage and variety of everyone’s favourite symbol of love, including cultivars and varietals that do not resemble the conventional rose. The most popularised version of … Continue reading Gardens by the Bay presents Rose Romance

Preview: Gardens by the Bay’s Sakura Matsuri Returns This March With More Free Activities

After a successful inaugural edition last year, Gardens by the Bay’s Sakura Matsuri returns for a second round this March, as the Japanese-themed festival sees cherry blossoms come into bloom at the gardens from now till 31st March. A total of four components will be featured this time around: the cherry blossom floral display, Cultural Programmes, Nippon Street and Anime Garden. At the launch, Minister for … Continue reading Preview: Gardens by the Bay’s Sakura Matsuri Returns This March With More Free Activities

Christmas Wonderland 2018: An Interview with Magician Rob Lake

This year, Christmas Wonderland returns to Gardens by the Bay, with a Christmas celebration reminiscent of the many yuletide fairs and markets in Europe, complete with light installations, holly jolly food, and plenty of live performances. While last year’s lineup featured an Ethiopian circus, this year’s edition will be going for something a little more magical – literally, with America’s Got Talent alumni and magician … Continue reading Christmas Wonderland 2018: An Interview with Magician Rob Lake

Preview: Christmas Wonderland 2018 at Gardens By The Bay

Gardens by the Bay’s Christmas Wonderland returns this December for its fifth edition to shine brighter than ever! Inspired by the Christmas fairs and carnivals all over Europe, Christmas Wonderland is set to return with an edition that’s bigger than ever before, with new highlights and attractions to look forward to, including a brand new Garden Rhapsody – The Christmas Special light and sound show, … Continue reading Preview: Christmas Wonderland 2018 at Gardens By The Bay

Voilah! 2018: So France, So Good

When Frederic Coiffe joined So France as executive chef one month ago, he noticed the many restaurants focusing on gastronomic, complicated cuisine, and had only one thing on his mind: to bring simple but authentic French food to Singapore. Only a month old, So France is located in the brand new Duo Galleria at Bugis, and was set up by a team of enthusiastic French … Continue reading Voilah! 2018: So France, So Good

Voilah! 2018: A-DROYX by Mathieu Briand

  If you ever feared the robot revolution, Melbourne-based French artist Mathieu Briand will assure you that it’s probably not going to happen anytime soon, if at all. A self-professed megafan of sci-fi author Philip K. Dick, anyone familiar with Blade Runner may find some familiar elements of the franchise’s androids, known as ‘Replicants’ in Briand’s exhibition. In A-DROYX, Briand has taken over a gallery at the first floor … Continue reading Voilah! 2018: A-DROYX by Mathieu Briand