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		<title>Site of the Month for September 2011</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Site of the Month for September 2011 deals with Singapore Information. Singapore Central offers useful information and resouces about Singapore such as travel, business, finance, law, news, education, shopping, beauty, art, health, real estate, economy and more.]]></description>
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Site of the Month for September 2011 deals with <a href="http://www.singaporecentral.info/">Singapore Information</a>. Singapore Central offers useful information and resouces about Singapore such as travel, business, finance, law, news, education, shopping, beauty, art, health, real estate, economy and more.</p>
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		<title>How to Put Up a Business in Singapore</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jul 2011 08:02:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Singapore welcomes all foreign individuals who wants to open up a new business in Singapore. According to some researches, Singapore is mainly ranked as one of the most competitive countries in the world. One can set up a firm in Singapore quite easily availing of full cooperation of government bodies, obtaining licenses, work permits, employing [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Singapore welcomes all foreign individuals who wants to open up a new business in Singapore. According to some researches, Singapore is mainly ranked as one of the most competitive countries in the world. One can set up a firm in Singapore quite easily availing of full cooperation of government bodies, obtaining licenses, work permits, employing staff, registration of property and obtaining financial help and credit. Such lucrative economic conditions, increase competition amongst the local and the new entrants as well, leading to healthy competition and lower prices.</p>
<p>As of the moment, businesses like food and beverage and communication industry is gaining so much in Singapore. The food and beverage industry in Singapore is a well established one. Licensed bars and restaurants are present in Singapore which is operating very well.</p>
<p>Communication in Singapore is at its highest level as well as information technology. Everything about technology like IT consultancy, wireless network providers and some sort of software productions are present in Singapore and is working very well.</p>
<p>Businesses like textile apparel, electronics, food, furniture and engineering products are said to be at the greater chance of prospering in Singapore since the country is known to have a wide variety of manufacturing activity.</p>
<p>Businesses which engaged in education like, pre-school and college education are also known to be successful in Singapore. Businesses such as shopping centers is gaining a lot in Singapore.</p>
<p>Singapore offers a lot of benefits like financial credits, easy process of applying business permits and licenses which makes businessmen interested in putting up a business in Singapore. The related trade associations and their membership can be availed in case of further assistance and increasing trade related activities. Singapore allows new and old businessmen to advertise their company by joining trades and festivals. Putting up a business in Singapore is said to be one smart decision as businesses there are gaining so much.</p>
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		<title>Cheap Singapore Hotels</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 02 Jul 2011 07:20:25 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Stewards</dc:creator>
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		<category><![CDATA[Hotels]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Singapore is known to be one of the safest countries in the world. There are many exciting tourist attractions in the city. Some of these are the Jurong Bird Park, Marina Bay Sands, Zoological Garden, Night Safari, Casino, Singapore Flyer and Sentosa Island. The wide range of ethnic food is perhaps another reason for attracting [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Singapore is known to be one of the safest countries in the world. There are many exciting tourist attractions in the city. Some of these are the Jurong Bird Park, Marina Bay Sands, Zoological Garden, Night Safari, Casino, Singapore Flyer and Sentosa Island. The wide range of ethnic food is perhaps another reason for attracting millions of tourists each year to Singapore. There are hundreds of hotels in Singapore ranging from luxurious 5-Star hotels to budget hotels. For those who prefer to save on hotel expenses, staying at budget or low-cost hotels is not a bad idea. If you are looking for cheap hotels in Singapore for your trip, you might want to take note of the following 3 hotels.</p>
<p>Albert Court Village Hotel is located in the centre of Singapore and close to the Sri Veeramakaliamman Temple and Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho. The hotel has 210 guest rooms and all the rooms are accessible via the exterior corridors. In the rooms, you can find coffee makes, telephones, mini-bars, newspapers and televisions. If you need infant beds and roll-away beds, they can be arranged as well. Harbour Ville Hotel is located close to the Vivo City which is a very huge shopping mall. If you want to visit the Sentosa Isalnd, you can take the express bus service from Vivo City. The hotel has 100 guest rooms which are well-furnished and equipped with stand facilities like bathrooms, toiletries, televisions with cable channels, coffee makers and curtains. Hair dryers and wake-up calls are available on request.</p>
<p>Landmark Village Hotel 3-Star hotel is located close to the Sultan Mosque and Bugis Street Shopping District which is perfect if you like shopping. The hotel has 18 floors and 393 guest rooms. All the rooms are fully equipped with standard facilities. There is a restaurant and a bar at the hotel if you prefer to dine in. Room service is also available during limited hours. Choosing the right hotel for the right budget is always not easy. If you have plans to visit Singapore but have no idea which hotel to reserve for your trip, you might want to do some research online. There are many websites that provide useful information to help you select the best hotel. Most of the time, the hotel rates are lower if you make your reservations over the internet.</p>
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		<title>Opening a Singapore Corporate Bank Account</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 10 May 2011 08:38:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Philips</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Singapore strives as an international financial hub and boasts great banking facilities. Several reputable international banks have a branch located in Singapore, including BNP Paribas, Standard Chartered, Bank of India, JP Morgan Chase, Citibank, HSBC, and Bank of America. Singapore&#8217;s local banks, including DBS, OCBC and UOB, are also highly respected. Opening a corporate bank [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Singapore strives as an international financial hub and boasts great banking facilities. Several reputable international banks have a branch located in Singapore, including BNP Paribas, Standard Chartered, Bank of India, JP Morgan Chase, Citibank, HSBC, and Bank of America. Singapore&#8217;s local banks, including DBS, OCBC and UOB, are also highly respected. Opening a corporate bank account in Singapore can be executed with smooth procedures. Following is some information on opening corporate bank accounts in Singapore. Banking in Singapore is controlled and regulated by certain rules and regulations. The regulatory body that governs these rules is the Monetary Authority of Singapore. Opening an account with a bank in Singapore will have certain requirements, which can slightly from bank to bank. However there are common requirements that most, if not all, banks in Singapore adhere to having.</p>
<p>For those that are interested in operating with multiple currencies, they can open one corporate account in a Singapore bank. Another option for people that wish to handle multiple currencies without being restricted to having one account is to open one account for each currency. For example, United States dollars can have their own account while Mexican pesos can be in a separate account. However it is important to note that banking with foreign currencies may lead to some restrictions in the countries of each currency. For instance, transferring United States dollar funds into or out of a corporate bank account in a Singapore bank may not have restrictions in Singapore, but it may have restrictions in the Unites States. Knowing the rules and regulations for banks of both the countries is vital.</p>
<p>Furthermore, people with a bank account in Singapore can benefit from banking versatility. Funds can be withdrawn from the bank and deposited into the bank with few restrictions. To open a Singapore corporate bank account, certain documents are required if it is being opened offshore. Such documents include signed corporate bank account opening forms and a resolution by the board of directors that must be filled out by the company stating that it is allowing the account to be opened and that the signatories will be the persons to operate the account. Although the documents required to open a corporate bank account may seem overwhelming, Singapore&#8217;s efficient and developed banking center makes it relatively easy to open a corporate bank account in Singapore.</p>
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		<title>Finding the Best Food to Eat in Singapore</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 May 2011 09:02:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Food]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Eating is a national pastime for the persons in Singapore. Singapore is a small country yet the people&#8217;s quest for decent food is unbeatable. Travel real estate agents performs not necessarily bring you to the place among the nicest food. So how do we send back the nicest food? The nicest and cheapest food can [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Eating is a national pastime for the persons in Singapore. Singapore is a small country yet the people&#8217;s quest for decent food is unbeatable. Travel real estate agents performs not necessarily bring you to the place among the nicest food. So how do we send back the nicest food?</p>
<p>The nicest and cheapest food can be at last found in the hawker centre. The stall with the longest queue is regularly the one surrounded by the nicest food. Singapore moreover have a lot of programmes focused on finding the good food in Singapore. We can look out for labels or stickers on the stalls as these programmes usually distribute stickers to the stalls with the fine food.</p>
<p>To greater number of promote the food culture in Singapore, there are evidently endless food promotions and tours. There is an annual Singapore Food Festival in July. This food festival attracts people from all over the nation because some of the best food can be found at the Food Festival. Some of the stalls much have states on how the preparation process of the food. Besides the Singapore Food Festival, there are other food fairs held in the year. </p>
<p>Another tip to find well food is to search the internet. There are a lot of food blogs online. Besides the food blogs, there are also a lot of sites on the internet dedicated to desired food. Some of the travel agent sites a good deal own voting process for the individuals to vote on the best food. Internet may not be the most reliable source to find superior food but it is a decent place to try. </p>
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		<title>Economic Development in Singapore</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 23 Mar 2011 07:41:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>David Stewards</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Singapore&#8217;s history is one of riches and romance spice trading and piracy, colonialism and growth. In the 7th century, she was the Temasek, the trading center of Sumatra&#8217;s ancient Srivijaya empire. In 1963, Singapore was part of a political and economic alliance formed between the Federation of Malaya, Sarawak and North Borneo which is now [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Singapore&#8217;s history is one of riches and romance spice trading and piracy, colonialism and growth. In the 7th century, she was the Temasek, the trading center of Sumatra&#8217;s ancient Srivijaya empire. In 1963, Singapore was part of a political and economic alliance formed between the Federation of Malaya, Sarawak and North Borneo which is now Sabah under the nation of Malaysia. This alliance, proposed by the Malayan Prime Minister Tunku Abdul Rahman, was called Malaysia, and proved to be short-lived.</p>
<p>In 1965, Singapore separated from the Malaysian Federation to become an independent republic. Over 45 years, Singapore has relentlessly pursued the goal of becoming Asia&#8217;s Pre-eminent center for tourism, trade and finance, by developing education and technical training programs, investment strategies, aviation and environmental policies. Now the small island republic of only 633 square kilometers, boasts the world&#8217;s busiest port and an airport served by over 70 of the world&#8217;s major airlines, serving more than 21 million airline passengers year. This diamond-shaped island is only 224 square miles with the population of 6 million.</p>
<p>Singapore has a highly developed market-based economy that depends heavily on exports and refining imported goods, especially in manufacturing, electronics, petroleum refining, mechanical engineering and biomedical science sectors which could in the website in Wikipedia. This nation is a good example of model urban planning and a former colony of Great Britain, it is a tiny city state. It is a member of Association of Southeast Asian Nation or known as ASEAN. Singapore is a major international hub in whole Asia, it is positioned on many sea and air trade routes. Slum areas were eliminated and the urban planners have been knowledgeable about the planning experiences in other parts of the world especially in Western Cities. It is hoped that major cities in the Philippines such as Manila, Cebu, and Davao can learn a lesson from Singapore.</p>
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		<title>Singapore Tourism</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Jan 2011 07:49:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>John Philips</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[enjoy numerous activities from the beauty of land to the fabulous underwater experience. The travel packages are customized keeping in mind the convenience of the travellers. Singapore is known for the affluent wildlife and marine life, you can definitely have a memorable experience over here. The trip to Singapore remains unfinished without the rare and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>enjoy numerous activities from the beauty of land to the fabulous underwater experience. The travel packages are customized keeping in mind the convenience of the travellers. Singapore is known for the affluent wildlife and marine life, you can definitely have a memorable experience over here. The trip to Singapore remains unfinished without the rare and rich exhibition of animals and underwater world. One can easily see this marine life along the sandy sea shore. Various places of visit here include Botanical Gardens, Dolphin Lagoon, Jurong Bird Park, Parks &#038; Reserves, Singapore Zoo, Underwater World.</p>
<p>Singapore is a vivacious and among the most colourful cities of the world. Here one can experience the pleasant blend of cuisine, culture, art and architecture. The tourism guide of Singapore provides ample of information for various tourist destinations. Some major attractions of Singapore are beautiful destinations, monumental heritage, wildlife parks and prosperous art and crafts. The architecture and cultural heritage of Singapore are worth admiring. </p>
<p>Singapore is one of the most preferred destinations tourists come to this country from all the corners of the world. Here one can get ample of ways by which they can entertain themselves. The place is full of life there are many parks, resorts and cineplexes. The people can enjoy their nightlife by visiting the bars and pubs which promise you quality service. Singapore is the best destination for shopaholics here one can find shopper&#8217;s stop and many food junctions. The food lovers are served here with mouth-watering cuisines as there are many restaurants food joints. The travellers here can pamper themselves with spa and relaxing massage.</p>
<p>In Singapore one can find turquoise water beaches, a multitude of beach adventure and myriad of islands. If you are fond of adventure then don&#8217;t miss the chance of scuba diving and swimming at St. John&#8217;s Island. Here one can also visit Sentosa Island, which is the home to rare insects which have been accumulated from all over the world. It houses many theme parks where one can indulge in the splash of fun and joy. Some other places of visit include East Coast Park and Changi Beach Park.</p>
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		<title>Singapore&#8217;s Popular Hotels</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 17 Dec 2010 08:03:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andy Johnson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Singapore is well equipped with the top quality hotel. Travelers enjoys the hassle free accommodation in Singapore. These type of high quality stay cost you from S$359 to S$7,000 a evening in a place or suite, most resorts are positioned in the Colonial District and Orchard Street. These luxury resorts has to be reserved before [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Singapore is well equipped with the top quality hotel. Travelers enjoys the hassle free accommodation in Singapore. These type of high quality stay cost you from S$359 to S$7,000 a evening in a place or suite, most resorts are positioned in the Colonial District and Orchard Street. These luxury resorts has to be reserved before a month of arrival. They offer a spectacular view of the marina, the skyline and the city center. Always common and in competitors with every single other, you really should look out for weekend and romantic deals for the greatest charges provided on the internet.</p>
<p>For resorts in Singapore in close proximity to Orchard Street, Four Seasons Hotel is an apparent option. Situated in the entertainment and purchasing district, it is nearly unseen by the public. It presents rooms, suites and a twenty-storey pool with panoramic views of central Singapore. Area charges start from S$400 to S$6,00 for a suite. Best for lovers of art and foods, it homes a assortment of 1,500 unique Asian artworks and features a wonderful buffet unfold.</p>
<p>Ritz-Carlton Millenia is an oasis of luxury in Marina Centre. It has designed by the famous architect Kevin Roche, it also characteristics a 4,200 piece artwork assortment including functions by Andy Warhol and Dale Chihuly. Every single of its rooms and suites offers views of the Singapore skyline or Marina Bay, with charges beginning from S$450 to S$6,650 for a suite. A favourite for its huge, marble bathrooms, they are positioned on the exterior partitions of the lodge, providing panoramic views from its octagonal home windows.</p>
<p>Raffles Hotel is popular in Singapore. It is a well known hotel famous among the celebrities and politicians. The architecture and the rich history made this hotel to be one of the world class hotel. Outfitted with a excessive-conclusion and designer purchasing arcade, spa and 15 acclaimed eating choices from bakeries to eating places, it is regarded as one of the ideal resorts in Singapore. The room rent starts from S$690 to S$1950. The rates depends on the facilities. There is no worries in deciding on a area to stay in Singapore. Travelers can get pleasure from the superb hotels &#038; sleeping in Singapore. </p>
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		<title>Sizzle in Spectacular Singapore</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2010 06:49:22 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ralph Serpe</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Singapore, the hottest destination for holidays has everything it takes to make it onto the list of the most lively and exuberant countries of Asia. Singapore is an island country located on the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula. It has a diverse population composed of Chinese, Indians, Malays, Caucasians and other Asians. It has [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Singapore, the hottest destination for holidays has everything it takes to make it onto the list of the most lively and exuberant countries of Asia. Singapore is an island country located on the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula. It has a diverse population composed of Chinese, Indians, Malays, Caucasians and other Asians. It has also been named the most globalized country in the world. Singapore or the Lion City is the most popular travel locale contributing to its tourism industry. It is also feasible in terms of travel to other popular destinations like Bangkok, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Shanghai.</p>
<p>The Merlion, at the Sentosa Island, is considered the mascot of Singapore and visitors throng the island for witnessing its grandeur. The Sentosa Island can keep anyone occupied for endless hours with all that it has to offer, right from the beaches to the spectacular Laser shows accompanied with the Musical Fountain to a renowned Wax Museum and Golf courses and a spectacular Sea World. Singapore also boasts of a Chinatown that maintains the medieval Chinese mystic charm in all its glory, retaining its colors and the commercial area is enhanced during the Chinese New Year with conventional Chinese décor. The most economical way to travel around Singapore would be making use of the efficient MRT stations located all over. A close second call would be the taxis that offer reasonable fares.</p>
<p>Singapore also has a lot to offer as far as the night life is concerned. Clarke Quay is a riverside quay and houses some of the most known restaurants, pubs, souvenir and handicraft stores, all in all a perfect place for diners and shoppers as well. The recently opened Singapore Observation Wheel provides a spectacular view of the country at a mind-boggling height. The Singapore Zoo and the Jurong Bird Park are internationally known for the species they house. Singapore is the ultimate shopping paradise.</p>
<p>With the likes of Orchard Road, Bugis Junction, Serangoon Road, Little India, Vivo City and the Sim Lim Square, an average human being is bound to get baffled with the choices around him! Right from reasonable buys to the top-notch brands, Singapore has it all and for everyone. Excitehotels provides the best Singapore Hotels in terms of tariffs and locations close to central spots. Holidaying in Singapore is thus made easier. Singapore truly brings out the intriguing element of Asia.</p>
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		<title>Singapore Noodle Salad</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Sep 2010 03:11:51 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Ralph Serpe</dc:creator>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Singapore&#8217;s cuisine is influenced by Chinese, Indian, Indonesian, Malay, and western cuisines. There are also traces of Middle Eastern and Thai recipes in there. The cuisine of Singapore is probably most similar to Malaysian food because the two countries have deep historic ties. A lot of dishes are shared between the two nations, although preparation methods differ a bit. Singapore is quite a small country and the population is large, which means that most food and produce is imported since there is not much space for farmland or agriculture. There are however a few farmers who produce poultry, fish, fruit and leafy vegetables. The country is well connected with sea transport and air routes so importing many kinds of food is not a problem.</p>
<p>One of the most famous Singaporean recipes has to be Singapore noodles and if you fancy making a salad instead of a hot dish, the following recipe is traditionally Singaporean and really flavorful. The various vegetables add color and flavor and the sesame seeds, garlic, chili sauce, chives, sherry and more add plenty of flavor. You can serve this in small portions as an appetizer or larger ones as a side dish to go with a marinated steak recipe or something similar. </p>
<p>Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet until they are golden brown and fragrant; this will take about a minute. Cook the noodles in boiling salted water for a few minutes until they are tender. Separate them with a fork and drain them. Toss them with the vegetable oil. Boil the broccoli for a few minutes until it is al dente, and then chill it in a bowl of ice water until cold. Drain it. Cook the asparagus in boiling water for a minute or two, then chill it in the ice water and drain it. Bring the stock to a boil over a medium high heat, then take it off the heat and stir in the vinegar, sesame oil, peanut butter, soy sauce, sugar, sherry, garlic, toasted sesame seeds, scallions, ginger and chili sauce. Toss the noodles with the vegetables. Add the dressing and toss well. Chill for half an hour. Sprinkle the chives on top and serve.</p>
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