The Grand Opening of Resorts World Sentosa Marine Life Park

SINGAPORE, 24 SEPTEMBER 2012 – Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) today announced 7 December 2012 as its official opening date, with a line-up of celebrations over that weekend to mark the occasion.

Leading up to this festive occasion, is the opening of the second of its two anchor attractions – Marine Life Park. Housing more than 100,000 marine animals of over 800 species in more than 60 million litres of water, this attraction will be the world’s largest oceanarium. The Marine Life Park (MLP) inauguration caps a list of 12 major launches in the 49-hectare Integrated Resort’s three-year history, which commenced with the ribbon cutting at four of its six hotels in January 20101.

Raising the curtains for the Grand Opening festivities will be a ceremonial launch at the resort’s Lake of Dreams, public performances, and a 12-minute public fireworks display at its waterfront promenade. The world’s best-selling soprano, Ms. Sarah Brightman, will perform accompanied for the first time by the Singapore Chinese Orchestra, in a gala dinner for 1,600 invited guests at the Resorts World Convention Centre.

A bird’s eye view of the second phase of the 49-hectare Resorts World Sentosa, flanked by lush greenery and sea views. © Resorts World Sentosa

Mr. Tan Hee Teck, CEO of Resorts World Sentosa, said: “Resorts World Sentosa set out to be the integrated resort that would transform Singapore’s tourism landscape, bring economic benefits to Singapore and contribute to the local community. With unwavering commitment by all stakeholders, we are proud we did it.”

“When the new Marine Life Park opens, we believe we will help put Singapore in the pole position as the number one family destination in this region for many years to come. This is the only integrated resort in the world that a visitor can spend over three full days in engaging and fun-filled activities. We have six hotels, a major convention centre, a great Maritime Museum, a world-renowned spa, and two mega attractions – Universal Studios Singapore and the Marine Life Park. ”

Guests will get to snorkel amongst thousands of colourful fishes at Rainbow Reef, a family-friendly attraction at Adventure Cove Waterpark – the region’s only waterpark infused with marine life elements. © Resorts World Sentosa

The world’s largest oceanarium will comprise two ticketed attractions, giving guests the option of either getting wet or staying dry. Adventure Cove Waterpark will be the region’s only water park with marine life elements, while the Southeast Asia Aquarium (S.E.A. Aquarium) will be the world’s biggest aquarium, featuring over 100,000 animals including stars such as manta rays and hammerhead sharks.

Mr. Dennis Gilbert, Senior Vice President of Attractions at Resorts World Sentosa, said that the park is created on an integrated edutainment concept that will give visitors insights into the fascinating marine world.

Visitors to the world’s largest aquarium – S.E.A. Aquarium – will first set sight on the Shipwreck habitat. The aquarium will also feature the world’s largest aquarium viewing panel, to be unveiled before its opening. © Resorts World Sentosa

“No other attraction in this part of the world comes close to the Marine Life Park in terms of scope and concept. We believe the Marine Life Park, being the world’s largest marine classroom, gives us the opportunity to put Singapore on the world map for innovative marine conservation and education programmes,’’ said Mr. Gilbert. Besides international research and conservation projects, the Marine Life Park will also roll out programmes for local students from pre-school to tertiary levels, giving them the chance to interact with marine animals and learn from marine life specialists.

Whether it is the adrenaline rush on the water coasters or a deeper dive into the fascinating world of marine habitats, the Marine Life Park has it all. More details on opening dates and ticketing will be made available closer to the Marine Life Park’s opening. For more information and behind-the-scene exclusives, guests can check for updates on the Marine Life Park blog at http://mlp.rwsentosablog.com.

ABOUT RESORTS WORLD SENTOSA
Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), Singapore’s first integrated resort is located on the resort island of Sentosa. Spanning 49 hectares, the resort opened in January 2010 and welcomed over 30 million visitors in its first two years of opening. RWS is home to the region’s first-and-only Universal Studios theme park, the Maritime Experiential Museum, a casino, luxurious accommodation in six unique hotels, the Resorts World Convention Centre, celebrity chef restaurants, a world-class destination spa as well as specialty retail outlets. The resort also offers entertainment including public attractions such as the Crane Dance and the Lake of Dreams. Coming soon is the world’s largest oceanarium – the Marine Life Park. Resorts World Sentosa is wholly owned by Genting Singapore, a company of the Genting Group.

For more information, please www.rwsentosa.com

MEDIA CONTACTS
Resorts World Sentosa
Clement Ng/ Rachel Ang/ Fabian Foo
Tel: +65 6577 9761/ +65 6577 9773 / +65 6577 9770
Cell: +65 9815 4490 / +65 9729 3700 / +65 9825 0025
clement.xjng@rwsentosa.com / rachel.ang@rwsentosa.com / fabian.foo@rwsentosa.com

Weber Shandwick Singapore (for Resorts World Sentosa)
Danny Cham / Wendy Toh
Tel: +65 6825 8044 / +65 6825 8038
Cell: +65 9696 9128 / +65 9027 2457
dcham@webershandwick.com / wtoh@webershandwick.com

Joint Tribute to Mother’s Day by Wu Chun and Mr Baker’s Bakeshop

On Friday 11th I had a long-planned photo shoot of Mr Baker’s Bakeshop business that would take me from the showroom all the way back to the heartbeat of the bakery. On this day, Cyril joined me on this very early road trip from Seria to Batu Besurat in Gadong where Mr Baker’s Bakery is located. It had to be early for a number of reasons: to capture the essence of their very busy kitchen before shop opens for business and to avoid the traffic jam along Tungku link road that would inevitably delay the shoot. Mr Baker is a well established name in the healthier eating community with cafe outlets at Jerudong Park Medical Centre, a newly opened cafe at the Airport Mall including, in case you didn’t know, Fitness Zone at Serusop — the healthy goodness of Mr Baker’s breads (choice of Rye, Low GI, Sovitol, etc) can now be found right up the stairs.

Wu Chun explaining about the Fitness Zone and Mr Baker’s joint promo to newly head shaven Rano (not pictured).

Fitness Zone chose Mr. Baker’s Bakeshop because they are the healthier choice and due to their strict policy of no added preservatives, dough improver and as much as possible, no added stabilizer / emulsifier is used. For instance, you may notice that the sponge used in our cakes is less spongy but firm in texture and most of our cakes are less sweet.

According to Eric, the founder of Mr Baker’s Bakeshop, “In conjunction with the upcoming Mother’s Day celebration, we are having a 15% discount on our top selling cakes, Fresh Fruit Vanilla, and on top of it, we are also giving complimentary gift voucher worth $140 to the first 50 customers which entitles holder for one-week free entry to the #1 Health Club courtesy of Fitness Zone.” In addition, Wu Chun added, “We are thankful to Mr Baker’s Bakeshop for allowing FZ Members to have the privilege of having their cakes made to order and have them delivered to Fitness Zone free of charge.”

Eric Pui, founder of Mr Baker’s Bakeshop speaking to Sin Chew and United Daily News journalists about the mutually beneficial partnership with Fitness Zone.

Mr. Baker’s Bakeshop is also baking their record-breaking biggest fruit cake ever baked specially for Fitness Zone’s Mother’s day activity which is to be held on 12th May Saturday at their Serusop Branch. This coming weekend, there is also a ‘Surprise’ Mother’s Day promotion and Fitness Zone will also do an open house for all families to enjoy their state of the art facilities plus free gifts as well! Start living healthy and start SAVING MONEY by becoming a member of Fitness Zone today!

Size matters! Wu Chun unboxing Mr Baker’s biggest fruit cake ever baked specially for Fitness Zone’s Mother’s day activity including an FZ open house for all families to enjoy their state of the art facilities plus free gifts as well!

Mr Baker’s best selling fresh fruit vanilla cake specially upsized for this Fitness Zone Mother’s Day promo. Why is this best selling? Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes photo documentary of how the cake is assembled.

The best selling fresh fruit cake looks and tastes ever bit as good from afar and up close (remember, if you find the cake a tad too creamy, you can order one with less cream).

Wu Chun says, “Good health not only add years to life but also add life to years! Quality of life is so important to people nowadays and this month, we are giving very good promotion for all mothers which we believe it’s one of the proudest ‘Gift of Love’ that a mother can own on mother’s day!” Photo courtesy of Fitness Zone

Founder of Mr Baker’s Bakeshop, Eric Pui, poses with Wu Chun holding their bakery’s largest and most popular Fresh Fruit cake for a press photo. Just how big is the cake? According to Eric it’s about 15″ in diameter.

The massive cake makes it inside a drinks fridge at Fitness Zone and staff checks for clearance before closing the door. I understand the cake didn’t stay inside very long — frankly I would be surprised if it did. :)

How time flies! Catching up with Chun for a quick photo op after 5 years since our paths last crossed at the launch of Fitness Zone Kiulap in 2007. In case you missed that launch, click on this photo to check out the massive media event.

Tweet from a fan of Wu Chun who initiated a comment my Facebook Page.

CELEBRITY LINE-UP FOR GRAND OPENING OF UNIVERSAL STUDIOS SINGAPORE

UPDATES:
26/5/2011 @ 5.17 pm Fantasia Barrino will not be attending the Grand Opening of Universal Studios Singapore, due to unforeseen scheduling conflicts. In her place will be the talented Kimberly Caldwell, also from American Idol fame, who will be gracing this hallmark event and headlining the concert with her mentor, Paula Abdul. With her debut album just released last month, Kimberly’s powerful vocals will definitely be something to look out for!

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Jet Li, Paula Abdul, Maggie Cheung, Fantasia Barrino and Vicki Zhao Wei

Lead list of stars at the Region’s No. 1 Theme Park’s biggest celebrations!

SINGAPORE, 24 MAY 2011 – The Grand Opening of Universal Studios Singapore is set to be one of the entertainment highlights of the year, with big names from East and West hitting the shores of Singapore to wow the audiences during the theme park’s Grand Opening celebrations on 27 and 28 May 2011. Leading the outstanding line-up of international celebrities coming together and bringing the silver screen to life with true Hollywood style and glitz are:

Chinese martial artist, film producer, philanthropist and international superstar, Jet Li; American recording artist, dancer, choreographer, actress & television personality, Paula Abdul; One of Asia’s most decorated actresses and screen icons, Maggie Cheung; Singing sensation, Broadway actress and former American Idol winner, Fantasia Barrino.

Action-packed Pow-wow
Legendary for his thrilling action-packed martial arts epics, international film star Jet Li will be immersed in the celebration and excitement of this milestone event. Fans have long admired him for his role in many Chinese and Hollywood action films as well as his social entrepreneurial spirit, having founded One Foundation, which advocates broad-based participation in philanthropy and volunteerism as a way of life.

The American Idols
American recording artist, dancer, choreographer, actress and television personality, best known for her dance prowess, choreography talent and stint on American Idol – Paula Abdul brings her sweet sense of optimism with her to celebrate the Grand Opening. She was most recently announced as the latest judge to join the American version of talent show X Factor which will premiere in September 2011. Joining her in grand style is singing sensation and former American Idol winner, Fantasia Barrino. A true inspiration for her generation, Fantasia became the third American Idol in 2004, with three Grammy nominations in 2006. Most recently, Fantasia played the role of Celie in the Broadway musical The Color Purple, for which she won the Theatre World Award in 2007.

Asian elegance
Maggie Cheung is one of Asia’s most renowned versatile action stars, talented comediennes and actresses. Maggie has transcended the Hong Kong film industry to become a vibrant figure in international cinema and film society. The most internationally-awarded Chinese actress in history will grace the Grand Opening evening gala party. Joining her is one of Chinese cinemas most well-loved personalities, Vicki Zhao Wei, who continues to generate much affection with her versatile portrayal of a myriad of different roles, and the release of four pop albums. Vicki has also been an inspiration for both her fans, and younger actresses with her strong commitment to charity.

Bringing movies to life!
Mr. Dennis Gilbert, RWS’s Senior Vice President of Attractions said: “We are thrilled that Jet Li, Paula Abdul, Maggie Cheung, Fantasia Barrino and Vicki Zhao Wei will be gracing the Grand Opening of Universal Studios Singapore. They are some of the most representative icons of our entertainment industry, both in the East and West, with stellar international appeal.”

Mr. Michael Silver, President of Global Business Development, Universal Parks & Resorts, said: “With the Grand Opening filled with the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, this event is set to bring guests a spectacular once-in-a-lifetime experience. What excites us is that these superstars bring magic, movies and entertainment to life. And this epitomizes what Universal Studios Singapore is all about.”

Set for Saturday 28 May, 2011, the official Grand Opening celebrations will be highlighted by a colourful ceremony at the signature 21-metre tall archway entrance of Universal Studios Singapore, featuring a grand and exuberant character procession of the theme park’s world-renowned resident stars. Universal Studios Singapore’s Grand Opening activities kick off on the evening of May 27, with the transformation of the park’s Hollywood and New York zones into a glamorous Hollywood gala dinner party for 1,600 invited guests. Red-carpet arrivals will include many widely famous East and West superstars and Singapore celebrities strolling down the traditional Hollywood red walkway.

About Resorts World Sentosa
Resorts World Sentosa (RWS), Singapore’s first integrated resort is located on the resort island of Sentosa. Spanning 49 hectares, the resort has welcomed over 15 million visitors since it opened in January 2010. RWS is home to the region’s first-and-only Universal Studios theme park, a casino, luxurious accommodation in four unique hotels, the Resorts World Convention Center, celebrity chef restaurants as well as specialty retail outlets. The resort also offers entertainment ranging from its resident theatrical circus spectacular Voyage de la Vie, to public attractions such as the Crane Dance and the Lake of Dreams. Resorts World Sentosa is currently developing the second phase of the Resort. Upon completion, RWS will open the Maritime Experiential Museum and Aquarium, the Marine Life Park, a destination spa and two additional hotels. Resorts World Sentosa is wholly owned by Genting Singapore, a company of the Genting Group.

About Universal Parks & Resorts
Universal Parks & Resorts (UPR), a unit of Comcast Corporation’s NBCUniversal, encompasses today’s most relevant and popular entertainment experiences, creating emotional connections with guests around the world. Each year, millions of guests visit UPR theme parks to experience thrilling, world-famous attractions that use ground-breaking technology and cannot be found anywhere else. Universal Studios is a globally respected and internationally renowned theme park brand. With three-time Academy Award winner Steven Spielberg as creative consultant, its theme parks are known for some of most thrilling and technologically advanced “ride-the-movies” motion picture and television show-based attractions. NBCUniversal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news, sports and entertainment networks;Universal Studios, a premier motion picture company; significant television production operations; a leading television stations group; and world-renowned theme parks. NBCUniversal is 51%-owned by Comcast, with 49% owned by General Electric.