Did you know that Singapore’s very own Changi Airport has been accorded more than 400 awards? The Ridge was invited to a guided tour by Mr. Ng Swee Kang, Manager of Corporate Communication of the Changi Airport Group to bring you ten more hidden treasures you can find at Changi (in alphabetical order!).
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There’s something for everyone.
Travelling with your hyper little brother and your grandparents will no longer be unbearable. There are various engaging activities for children in Changi Airport, like a forest-themed children playground called Canopy, a four-storey tall slide that is the largest to be found in any airport, and much more! Your grandparents can even sit down on couches with built-in speakers and watch various TV channels on giant screens available at the departure area.
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You’ll never be bored.
There is a heap of entertainment options: Hollywood blockbusters, 4D cinema, Playstation 3, LAN games, and Kinect. Most importantly, they are all free of charge. If you are the artsy type, indulge yourself with the world’s largest kinetic art sculpture called The Kinetic Rain. The 1216 bronze raindrops are individually tailored to move and form various flight-related shapes.
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Stay connected everywhere you go.
What should you do if your handphone battery runs out? There is no need to find a plug and stand staring at your phone while it is charging. Changi Airport provides corners where you can charge your phone, lock the deposit box, and keep the key with you. Moreover, It also offers Wi-Fi access and more than 550 internet kiosks for passengers to stay connected—all free of charge!
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There’s a ton of diverse dining options.
You can find various dining outlets ranging from fancy restaurants to fast food outlets and a food court. If you are looking for a fancy place to eat, you might want to taste the scrumptious offerings of Dian Xiao Er or enjoy the lively Thai-inspired atmosphere in ThaiExpress.
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First-class treatment.
In Changi airport, customers are the top priority. You will never be lost in the 1,000,000 square m airport, with ushers ready to help you. They are all well-equipped with iPads and able to communicate in up to 16 languages! Customers can provide valuable feedback through a computerised feedback system provided in several spots such as restrooms and customer service counters.
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Farewells are always hard.
We all want to catch the sihoulette of our loved ones before they leave, but that won’t be impossible since there are parts of the newly-renovated Terminal 1 that were built with glass walls. We can watch our loved ones waving from the departure area and even get a glimpse of the planes! This ‘farewell spot’ is conveniently located on the second floor of Terminal 1.
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Let the greenery wow you.
Singapore is no longer a red dot, it is green! Even in Changi Airport, greenery is everywhere. There are numerous indoor nature trails to visit and even more indoor gardens to adore. One of the most fascinating trails is The Butterfly Garden which is a two-storey home of 1,000 butterflies from all over South East Asia.
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Hop, shop and go!
As the world’s best airport for shopping, Changi offers you various shopping outlets ranging from the colourful M&M store to the largest Planet Traveller in Singapore to the Hard Rock Café. You can even find some exclusive items sold only in Changi’s Hard Rock Café!
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Find great bargains.
In Changi Airport, you can get more bang for your buck. Here you are guaranteed that the prices are not higher than any other outlets. If you find the prices are higher, you’ll receive a refund of up to 2 times the price difference (psttt…you don’t even have to buy the products to get the refund!). In addition, the retailers have even absorbed the GST charges.
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Just relax and have a good time!
There are still endless activities that you can participate in at Changi Airport. So, rule number one: don’t reach the airport only at the eleventh hour. You don’t want to miss out on the great facilities offered there!