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We’ve just entered the last quarter of 2017, and it’s that time of the year again – where everyone’s seeking out travel lobangs to use up their annual leave on.
If you’re still undecided on which destination to pick for your year-end vacation, here’s a sweet deal that might just seal your choice: return flights on Singapore Airlines to Canberra in Australia and Wellington in New Zealand from $580 and $600 respectively – specially for all DBS/POSB cardholders (AKA everyone).
Sunset from Mount Kaukau in Wellington.
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All you need to do to enjoy these special discounted flight prices is to make your booking anytime from now till 6th November 2017. You only have a couple of weeks, so there’s no time for hesitating!
You can pick from direct flights, or pick one with a stopover at Canberra (from $600#*) on your way to Wellington when you purchase tickets from these selected travel agents: CTC Travel, Chan Brothers, Dynasty Travel, and Farmosa Travel.
Terms and conditions:
#Exclusive to DBS Selected Travel Agencies.
*One stop over at Canberra is permitted in either directions for flight to Wellington and can only be booked through selected travel agencies.
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One area within Wellington you should check out is the colourful Cuba Street with rows of quirky boutiques, cafes, and street art – a sure hit for those who love all things hipster.
Kaitoke Regional Park.
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Here’s one for the Lord Of The Rings fans: Wellington houses some of the filming locations that were used in the fantasy movie series. Kaitoke Regional Park was Rivendell, and Harcourt Park was the Gardens of Isengard.
The Putangirua Pinnacles in the Aorangi Ranges where Legolas, Aragorn and Gimli fought the Army of the Undead.
While in Wellington, it’s also worth taking a domestic flight from there to Christchurch, which will only set you back by just $100 or less. Nature buffs can go for a leisurely stroll through the ancient kahikatea forest of Riccarton Bush, visit Orana Wildlife Park, NZ’s only open-range zoo, or hike up the scenic Mount Kaukau for some of the best views.
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National Gallery of Australia, Canberra.
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The arts-inclined will love the little art galleries peppered throughout Canberra – such as the National Gallery of Australia for Australian, Indigenous, and Asian paintings, and the kitschy Canberra Contemporary Art Space for modern installations and abstract pieces.
Old Bus Depot Markets.
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Spend a weekend if you can, because the Old Bus Depot Markets at Canberra are open on Sundays only. Here’s where you can stock up on unique handcrafted trinkets, flowers, and decorative items to bring back for your friends as souvenirs. Oh, and snag some freshly baked sweet treats for yourself as you’re combing through the market!
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If you can’t decide between Wellington and Canberra pick a flight to Wellington with a free stopover at Canberra when you book through Chan Brothers, CTC Travel, Dynasty Travel, or Farmosa Travel.
Here’s an added incentive to book your Singapore Airline flights to Canberra and Wellington: as part of the DBS x Singapore Airlines Spend And Redeem Promotion, you get to receive a $20 Lazada e-voucher when you spend a minimum of $1,000 on the Singapore Airlines website or SingaporeAir mobile app.
Alternatively, if you’re travelling in a larger group: spend a minimum of
All you need to do is to key in the promo code “DBSSIA” when making your booking to claim these offers!
Molonglo River in Canberra
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There may be endless opportunities for you to travel, but special flight discounts aren’t gonna wait around forever. So grab this chance, book your Singapore Airlines tickets with your DBS/POSB credit or debit card by 6th November, and fly yourself to the beautiful capitals of Australia and New Zealand for a well-deserved break!
Note: the travel period for this promotion extends till June 2018.
You can find out more about the DBS Altitude Card here.
This post was brought to you by DBS.
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