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Christmas Shopping Specials 2010

While you're out and about town getting your Christmas shopping done, you can indulge yourself with attractive promotions from these shopping malls too! Win one of two BMWs at Mandarin Gallery, or win designer watches and jewellery at Paragon!

Central

What to do:
Watch Kayla's adventures in Candyland (26 Nov – 26 Dec 2010)

A dazzling musical featuring a kaleidoscope of quirky multi-hued costumes and original music compositions, this is an open performance where Central shoppers can watch for free at scheduled timeslots.

All performances are held within the sprawling Candyland made up of life-size 3-dimensional props such as a 5m tall customised life-size Tree House and a 4.5m tall customised life-size Giant Mushroom. Shoppers will also get to meet the cast after each performance.
 
Event Details

Show title: Kayla's Adventures in Candyland
Date: 26 Nov – 26 Dec 2010
Time: Tue – Fri, 8pm (1 show) / Sat – Sun, 3pm and 8pm (2 shows)
Venue: Central – The Gallery, 1F
Duration: 30 mins per show (Free seating)
 
Learn the secrets of candy making and live ice-cream making demos at Candy forest (5 Nov 2010 – 2 Jan 2011)
Partake in the fun-filled activities at the Candy Forest such as the secrets of candy making by STICKY, live ice‑cream making by Marble Slab Creamery, bear making workshops and exhibitions by A Bear Place and sweet wine sampling by World of Wines.
 
Shopper rewards (5 Nov 2010 – 2 Jan 2011)
Stand a chance to win up to 20 times your expenditure when you shop at Central from 5 Nov 2010 to 2 Jan 2011. Other shopper treats include Christmas wrappers and gift tags, balloon and candy giveaways, as well as Christmas exclusives for ALWAYSCentral members and UOB Cardmembers.


Funan DigitaLife Mall

Watch: Merry Marionettes Show

Date: 11, 12, 18 & 19 Dec 10 (Sat & Sun)
Time: 2.30pm & 4.30pm

A special Christmas puppet show featuring a variety of different puppets and characters that
will fill your festive afternoon with fun and laughter!

Enter the: "All I Want For Christmas With CapitaMalls Asia" Lucky Draw

Date: 19 November - 31 December 10
Time: 11am – 8pm
Location: Level 1, Customer Service Counter

Stand to win more than $20,000 worth of CapitaVoucher in our lucky draw when you spend a
minimum of $50*. (Double your chances when you charge to your CapitaCard)

1st Prize: $10,000 worth of CapitaVoucher
2nd Prize: $8,000 worth of CapitaVoucher
3rd Prize: $5,000 worth of CapitaVoucher

* Limited to a maximum of 20 chances per shopper per redemption (CapitaCard members 40
chances). Other terms and conditions apply.


Spend and win with: "Santa's Gift for Everyone"

Date: 19 November - 31 December 10
Time: 11am – 8pm
Location: Level 1, Customer Service Counter

Spend a minimum of $80* and win CapitaVoucher, Lee Hwa Jewellery, F&B, Fashion vouchers
and much more. DBS/POSB Credit/Debit Card Members only need to spend $70*. CapitaCard
Members only need to spend $60*.

* Limited to a maximum of 3 lucky dip cards per shopper per day per mall. Other terms and
conditions apply.

Other shopping promotions:

Charge & Redeem $20 CapitaVoucher

Date: 19 - 31 December 10
Time: 12pm – 8pm
Location: Level 1, Customer Service Counter

With every $300 charged to your CapitaCard at participating malls from 19 November to 31
December 2010, you will receive $20 CapitaVoucher as a gift from us!

*Terms & Conditions: Limited to the first 500 redemptions per mall. Maximum of 3 redemptions
per Cardmember per day per mall. Maximum of 3 combined same-day receipts and charge slips
from Funan DigitaLife Mall dated from 19 Nov to 31 Dec 210. Redemption is based on first-comefirst-
serve basis. While stocks last. Other Terms & Conditions apply.

Free gift: USB Mobile Phone Holder

Date: Now to while stocks last
Time: 11am – 8pm
Venue: Level 1, Customer Service Counter

Shoppers who spend $120* & above are entitled to redeem a USB Mobile Phone Holder.
CapitaCard Members only need to charge $90*.

* Limited to one redemption per shopper per day. Receipts can only be used once and not for
multiple in-mall redemptions. While stocks last. Other terms and conditions apply.

Tourists get something too! Free Apple iPod Shuffle for Tourists

Date: Now to while stocks last
Time: 11am – 8pm
Venue: Level 1, Customer Service Counter

Tourists who spend $1000* & above can receive an Apple iPod Shuffle worth $78 absolutely free!

*Terms & conditions: Tourists are required to present passport and departure card for verification
purpose. Limited to 1 redemption per tourist.

Spot & Win Goodie Bags!

Date: 11, 12, 18 & 19 Dec 10 (Sat & Sun)
Time: 2.30pm & 4.30pm

Spot our Santa Claus mascot and Santarinas in the mall and receive a goodie bag! Limited to 20 goodie bags a day.


Mandarin Gallery

Look out for: Lucky Draw contest with BMW cars and cash prizes

DRIVE HOME A BMW (BMW X5 xDrive35i BMW 120i Convertible)!

Period: Now-26 Jan 2011
To qualify: Just spend 10x$100* or a minimum of $1,000* to redeem 1 winning chance.
The more you spend, the more chances you have of owning your dream car! Double chances: during Christmas Celebrations from 19 Nov - 31 Dec, shoppers will enjoy double winning chances!

Purchases made by any Citibank Cards will enjoy triple winning chances!

WIN $50,000 CASH! Period: Now-31 Dec 2010 To qualify: The same $100* spent entitles you to a winning chance.

Draw dates
Bonus Cash Draw: Wed, 5 Jan 2011 2Good Grand Draw: Fri, 28 Jan 2011

Period: Now-26 Jan 2011
To qualify: Just spend 10x$100* or a minimum of $1,000* to redeem 1 winning chance.
The more you spend, the more chances you have of owning your dream car! Double chances: during Christmas Celebrations from 19 Nov - 31 Dec, shoppers will enjoy double winning chances!

WIN $50,000 CASH! Period: Now-31 Dec 2010 To qualify: The same $100* spent entitles you to a winning chance.

Draw dates
Bonus Cash Draw: Wed, 5 Jan 2011 2Good Grand Draw: Fri, 28 Jan 2011

Exclusively for Citibank Cardmembers!

Receive a $20 Mandarin Gallery voucher when you charge a minimum of $300 to your Citibank credit or debit card. For a listing of Citibank privileges from our participating stores, please visit www.mandaringallery.com.sg

Yuletide Gifts With Purchase

Receive an exclusive gift*!

With a minimum spend of $300**, get to enjoy:

• Christmas Tree chocolate from DeSté
• Pralines from BESCHLE Chocolatier Suisse
• Silk scarf from trioon
• Lemongrass toiletry set from Mt. Sapola

Purchase With Purchase

Get a delicious decadent DeSté Ball Cake for just $30 (U.P $63) when you spend a minimum of $100**.

Limited to 100 cakes only. Cake collection is only valid from 22 Nov - 31 Dec at DeSté (#02-26) based on pre-order call bookings


Shop with VISA @ Orchard


Sat, 20 Nov 2010 - Sun, 2 Jan 2011
Receive a $10 Mandarin Gallery voucher when you charge $200 to your VISA credit or debit card.

Festive Entertainment

Fri, 19 Nov - Fri, 24 Dec 2010, Every Fri and Sat

Join in and sing your favourite Christmas carols with us at Mandarin Gallery.
Silver Solo Pianist - 3.30pm, 4.30pm & 5.30pm
Christmas Strollers - 6.30pm, 7.30pm & 8.30pm

Wrap It Up!

Save time and effort, and bring your purchases to Level 2, Concierge for our gift-wrap service with custom designed gift wrapper and gift tag.

VivoCity

What to do: Watch "The Nutcracker - Musical Spectacular"

The Nutcracker - Musical Spectacular is a 30-minute musical inspired by the theme of love, giving and dreams come true. The musical features the popular story of Clara and her magical journey that has graced many storybooks in the form of "The Nutcracker". Being adapted with a modern twist from the classic tale, this unique and exciting theatre production introduces hilarious characters in a wonderful world of dreams. With a winning mix of comedy interspersed with delicate heart-warming moments, the musical is the show that all shoppers will enjoy with the whole family this Christmas.

Shoppers with a minimum spending of $100 (maximum of 3 combined same-day receipts) between 22 Nov and 12 Dec 2010 can redeem one pass (admits 2 persons) to watch the show. OCBC Credit/Debit Cardmembers just need to charge $80 to their cards to qualify.

Limited to a maximum of 2 passes per shopper per day, on a first-come, first- served and while stocks last basis.

Date : 2 - 12 Dec 2010 (Rest day on 6 Dec) Time : 8.00pm - 8.45pm Venue : Amphitheatre, Level 3

Shoppers who bring along their own cameras may have a chance to take pictures with the cast up-close and personal during the 15-minute Meet-the-Cast Session after each performance.

VivoCity 4th Anniversary Fireworks Spectacular

VivoCity will be celebrating the joy of our success with spectacular multimedia fireworks display and pyrotechnics on our 4th Anniversary celebrations. Specially choreographed by award-winning expert, Luso Pirotechnia from Portugal, shoppers will be treated with a glitter of colours against the night sky at VivoCity.

Date : 1 Dec 2010 Time : 9pm
Venue : The Promenade, Level 1

Tangs Christmas Trim Shoppe

Shoppers can get beautiful Christmas ornaments and wide range of gift items at the Tangs Christmas Trim Shoppe at VivoCity.

Date : 11 Nov - 26 Dec 2010 Venue : Central Court, Level 1

Christmas Late Night Shopping

Shoppers can shop to their heart's content during VivoCity's late night shopping. There will be special late night offers from participating stores and exciting perks including roving activities to entice shoppers to shop till 11pm at VivoCity from 21 - 23 Dec 2010.

Lucky Draw (12 Nov - 31 Dec 2010)

Shoppers will stand a chance to walk away with attractive prizes in the Christmas lucky draw with a minimum spending of $30 (in a single receipt) between 12 Nov and 31 Dec 2010. Shoppers who charge their purchases to their OCBC Credit/Debit Cards will be entitled to double chances of winning. To participate, they just have to submit an SMS entry.

Grand prize: Goldheart 1.5 carat round brilliant solitaire diamond ring worth $35,000

10 Consolation Prizes : Goldheart Elise diamond pendant worth $548 each

To participate, shoppers just need to SMS in their entries to 8126 8129 by 31 Dec 2010

Free Christmas Wrappers and Gift Tags with Purchase

Shoppers with a minimum spending of $100 (maximum of 3 combined same-day receipts) between 12 Nov and 25 Dec 2010, shoppers can redeem a specially- designed VivoCity Christmas wrapper and gift tag. OCBC Credit/Debit Cardmembers only need to charge $80 to qualify.

Limited to a maximum of 2 sets per shopper per day, on a first-come, first served and while stocks last basis.

Early Bird Special The first 1,000 shoppers will also receive a $10 Esprit voucher on a first-come, first-served and while stocks last basis.

Goldheart Voucher Redemption

Shoppers with a minimum spending of $150 (maximum of 3 combined same- day receipts) can redeem a $50 Goldheart voucher. Voucher redemption is valid for the first 150 shoppers per day, between Monday and Friday, from 12 Nov - 24 Dec 2010. OCBC Credit/Debit Cardmembers only need to charge $100 to qualify.

Special Deals for OCBC Cardmembers (12 Nov - 31 Dec 2010)

Shoppers will enjoy exclusive privileges at participating stores when they charge to their OCBC Credit/Debit Cards between 12 Nov and 31 Dec 2010.

Complimentary Parking

Shopping has its rewards. You can convert your spending into free parking. Every $50 (maximum of 3 combined same-day receipts) you spend earns you one point (up to a maximum of 5 points per day), which is equivalent to $1 worth of parking. This offer is for VivoCity members only. Apply for your membership now at any of our Customer Service Counters or log on to www.vivocity.com.sg.

Paragon

Exclusive for Citi Paragon Platinum MasterCard Members

Citi Paragon Platinum MasterCard members will receive $30 Paragon vouchers with $450* charged in a single receipt to their card at Paragon. Other Citibank credit cardmembers will receive a $20 Paragon shopping voucher.

Endless Privileged Shopping at Paragon

From now till 31 December 2010, shoppers who spend a minimum of $200* in a single receipt at Paragon will stand a chance to win in the mall’s Monthly Luxury Draw.

For November 2010, four lucky shoppers will win one of the following prizes in the Monthly Luxury Draw, worth a total of over $20,000:

  • Porsche Design Watch P’6000 from Cortina Watch worth $4,190
  • Diamond Earring from En Haute Joaillerie worth $8,450
  • Tag Heuer Calibre 5 Watch from Watches of Switzerland worth $4,000
  • Diamond Pendant & Necklace from Mondial worth $6,290


The top prize for the grand draw is a Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupé (E 250 CGI BlueEFFICIENCY). The results of the grand draw will be announced in January 2011.

Citi Paragon Platinum MasterCard members will enjoy five times the chances.

The top spender at Paragon every month will get to enjoy a posh Mercedes-Benz weekend Getaway driving experience.

VISA Cardmembers Exclusive

The first 50 VISA Credit or Debit cardmembers per day will receive a $10 Paragon voucher with a minimum charge of $200* at Paragon (maximum two same-day receipts).


PARCO Marina Bay

 At PARCO, Christmas trees are totally different. If you guess how many Nissen Cup Noodles were used to make this fun and unique X'mas tree - you'll get the cup noodles as well. 50 smart shoppers who guess the correct answer will get a Nissin Cup Noodle hamper with 10 different flavours to start the New Year with.

Located at Parco Level 1 entrance, this tree is 3.3m and 1.5m wide - that's a whole lot of cup noodles.

If that's too long a wait to try Nissin Cup Noodles, simply snap a picture of yourself (or together with your friends) in front of the NISSIN CUP NOODLES X'MAS TREE. Present this picture (either on mobile phone or camera) together with a same-day receipt of any amount from PARCO at PARCO next NEXT cashier counter at Level 2 to receive a FREE NISSIN CUP NOODLES (While stocks last). The NISSIN CUP NOODLES GIVEAWAY starts from 22 Nov.

In addition, grab your chance to win a trip for 2 to Tokyo when you shop or dine at PARCO. Simply participate in PARCO's TAKARAKUJI LUCKY DRAW from now till 26 Dec (Sun). With every $50 spent (up to maximum of 3 same-day receipts), you'll receive you're a lucky draw ticket.


Singapore Changi Airport

What to do: Wander around the ariport's Christmas Wonderland - Gifts from a Magical Teapot

The Christmas fantasy theme involves the creation of a Christmas wonderland at Changi Airport with whimsical trees and fantasy characters. A magical teapot will feature right in the middle of Terminal 3's Departure Hall where airport visitors can experience hourly light-ups complete with exciting effects, and a chance to win great prizes. At hourly intervals from 7 to 10pm on weekdays and 1 to 10pm on weekends, colourful balls will emerge from the magical teapot. Participants with balls of the winning colour, to be announced after the balls are dispensed, will win attractive prizes such as air tickets, F&B vouchers and more!

In addition, travellers can catch lively song and dance performances by Fantasy Characters donning fanciful costumes at Changi's Transit Malls. The Fantasy Characters will be joined by street magicians who will entertain and delight passengers with various tricks and illusions.

Return of the Christmas Fantasy Castle!

The popular Christmas Fantasy Castle will also be making a return this Christmas! From 4 December 2010, children can look forward to a bouncy good time at the castle simply by presenting a receipt with any amount spent at Changi Airport. The castle is open from noon to 10pm daily at Terminal 3's Departure Hall Row 11.

Shopping promotions

Avid shoppers are in for a treat this holiday season. Introducing Blogshops@Changi, a blogshop bazaar retail concept at Terminal 3's B2 Mall will feature three thematic retail zones offering ladies' fashionwear, kids' merchandise, as well as gadgets and gift items from popular blogshops. From 4 December 2010, Blogshops@Changi will operate on weekends from 10am to 11pm.

Airport visitors who shop or dine at the airport will also walk away with exclusive gifts from Christmas Fantasy Gift Houses located across the terminals. Travellers shopping in the Transit Malls of Changi Airport can redeem gifts by spending a minimum of $80 by Visa or $120 by other means in a single receipt. In the public areas, airport visitors can similarly redeem gifts by spending a minimum of $50 by Visa or $80 by other means. The Gift Houses are located at the main atrium of the terminals' Transit Malls as well as at Terminal 3's Level 3 (public area).

Tweet to Win

From 13 November to 25 December 2010, win Changi shopping vouchers just by tweeting (#changifantasy) on the Changi Christmas Fantasy website (www.changiairport.com/fantasy). Each week, five participants with the best tweets about their Changi Christmas experience will walk away with $80 worth of Changi vouchers each. There will also be a daily trivia contest, where five winners will walk away with exclusive Changi premiums each day.

Orchard Road gets festive - choose the best-dressed Building to win

For the last 26 years, Singapore's Orchard Road Christmas Light-up has been an anchor event during the nation's year-end Christmas In The Tropics celebration.

This year, the Orchard Road Business Association (ORBA) presents a 'Starlit Christmas' on A Great Street from Sat 20 Nov 2010 to Sun 2 Jan 2011.

The theme was picked because the STAR is an eternal symbol of all that is good and beautiful in the universe. It is also an irreplaceable icon of Yuletide love, peace and joy, and a reminder of all the reasons for everyone from all walks of life to play a part in the Christmas celebrations.

As fresh hope and optimism returns to our nation, the million stars hung high and glittering over-street on Orchard Road will spread cheer and warm hearts this Christmas.

This year also marks Hitachi's support as main sponsor of the Christmas Light-Up for the 20th year. ORBA is also grateful to VISA and the Official Card; and Tiffany & Co. as the Official Jeweller of Christmas Light-Up 2010.

Best Dressed Building Contest

The 'Orchard Road Best-Dressed Building Contest' is open to all shopping malls and hotels along Orchard Road, Scotts Road and Tanglin Road. This year, eleven buildings will be vying for the grand prize of S$80,000 in cash. Three other winners stand to win S$30,000 each.

The eleven buildings are:

1)313@somerset - Naughty Or Nice? Christmas@313

2)Forum The Shopping Mall - Spellbinding Christmas

3)Grand Park Orchard - Starry Starry Christmas

4)ION Orchard - Heed the Call, Bring Joy to All

5)Orchard Central - Christmas with an OC Attitude

6)Paragon - Christmas at Paragon 2010

7)Takashimaya Shopping Centre/Ngee Ann City - Christmas at Takashimaya- Live, Laugh and Love together with us.

8)TANGS Orchard - Live in Harmony with one another

9) The Centrepoint - Christmas Shines at The Centrepoint

10) The Heeren - A Star Inspired Christmas

11) Wisma Atria - A White Christmas Needs a Red-hot You

Judging Date: 8 Dec 2010

Judging Criteria

• Visual Effect (Day) (30%)

• Visual Effect (Night) (35%)

• Eco-friendly Features (10%)

Winners will be announced on 17 Dec 2010 in The Straits Times. The award ceremony will be held on 15 Feb 2011 at the Annual ORBA Lo-Hei Event.

Public Voting via SMS (constituting 25% of total score)

Members of the public are also invited to send in their votes via SMS from Sat 20 Nov to Sun 5 Dec 2010. The person with the highest number of votes for each of the winners of the Best Dressed Building will win: Overall winning voter $4,500 worth of shopping vouchers; and 3 other winning voters $1,500 worth of shopping vouchers each.

For details of Terms and Conditions, please refer to - ORBA's Christmas micro-site www.orchardroad.sg/christmas2010

Street Performances

From 10 - 12 December, NJCHORALE (comprising former Choir members from National Junior College) will be serenading Orchard Road shoppers with choral performances and contemporary a capella.

Local singer / songwriter Alex Wang and his vocal group, Exousia Voices, will also be belting out Yuletide classics like "White Christmas", "Last Christmas", and familiar melodies like "My Love Will Get You Home" and "River".

From 17 - 23 December, local and overseas groups (organised by Celebrate Christmas in Singapore) will also keep shoppers entertained with Christmas carols, dance and drama at performance stages located in front of Wisma Atria, ION Orchard and Mandarin Gallery.

Shopping Rewards - Shop with VISA @ Orchard From Sat 20 Nov 2010 to Sun 2 Jan 2011, the first fifty VISA cardholders of the day who spend $200 with their VISA Credit or Debit card will be rewarded with a $10 shopping voucher at the following eleven shopping malls:

1) 313@somerset

2) Forum The Shopping Mall

3) ION Orchard

4) Mandarin Gallery

5) Orchard Central

6)Paragon

7)Takashimaya Shopping Centre/Ngee Ann City

8)TANGS Orchard

9)The Centrepoint

10) The Heeren

11) Wisma Atria


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