SINGAPORE. Beginning 28 March 2011, passengers will have access to direct connections from Changi Airport to Brazil as Singapore Airlines commences its three-times-a-week service to Sao Paolo via Barcelona.
The launch of flights from Singapore to Sao Paolo marks Changi Airport’s first direct air link with South America.
In celebration of this new connection to Sao Paolo, a “˜Fly to Brazil’ carnival is being held at Changi Airport this month. The carnival, which runs until 27 March, features fun activities and games unique to Brazil, and exhibits showcasing the country’s attractions.
“˜Fly to Brazil’ carnival sites are located at the Departure Hall of Terminal 3 and the Departure Transit Mall of Terminals 2 and 3.
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Passengers being entertained by Brazilian-style street performances such as samba dance and marculele dance |
At each carnival site, an exhibition area featuring a 3D map of Brazil introduces key highlights of the country such as Brazilian coffee, the Iguassu Falls and the 3,500km-long Golden Coast. Shoppers and diners who spend a minimum of S$10 (US$7.90) in a single receipt at Changi Airport can participate in the lucky draw to win a pair of tickets to Sao Paolo.
Those seeking to experience Brazil’s culture can dress up in accessories such as boas and feathers and get themselves photographed at a booth. Visitors can also play traditional Brazilian games such as Cinco Marias and Hit the Coin at the games booth, while aspiring sports stars can test their “˜futebol’ skills in the “˜X-Box Kinect Soccer Challenge’, a virtual goal-scoring game using motion sensors.
Throughout the period of the event, passengers will also be entertained by Brazilian-style street performances, such as samba dance, batucada drums, marculele dance and capoiera dance. Brazilian dance experts will be present to guide and give tips.
Those who want to experience the real thing can book their holiday to South America on the spot. On all the weekends during the carnival, visitors can sign up for travel packages to South America at the Departure Hall Terminal 3 carnival site (Row 11). Holiday makers will enjoy savings of up to S$3,000 (US$2,400) for travel packages by Tradewinds Tours & Travel. To top it off, 10 lucky winners will get to win 100,000 KrisFlyer miles for every S$2,000 (US$1,600) spent on group packages.
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Aspiring Peles and Ronaldinhos take to the stage to learn some nifty football skills from the experts |
