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Hi Midas, u can go to Chariot Travel. They charge only $9 per pax for visa application. www.chariot.com.sg
http://www.safe2travel.com.sg/
the last time i applied the visa for my family members was back in march.
u hv to double confirm the rates with them
the last time i applied the visa for my family members was back in march.
u hv to double confirm the rates with them
hi,
i got some more queries...
1. issit better to take a cab from airport to town center or book an airport shuttle service? not much diff in price leh..
2. do i need to declare(either or both) prescription drugs like contraception pills n non-prescription drugs like my health supplements like vitC?
3. where do u guys change ur AUD? which places has better exchange rates?
thanks a mil...
i got some more queries...
1. issit better to take a cab from airport to town center or book an airport shuttle service? not much diff in price leh..
2. do i need to declare(either or both) prescription drugs like contraception pills n non-prescription drugs like my health supplements like vitC?
3. where do u guys change ur AUD? which places has better exchange rates?
thanks a mil...
Hi Midas,
Safe2Travel do not do visa application for u unless u puchase the airtix or any packages with them. As for Chariot, if u're applying visa for at least 3 people.. they can charge u cheaper at $8/per pax. Bigger groups will be even cheaper. so u might wanna call & chk with them
As for transport, u can chk with the hotel if they provide free shuttle service from the airport, cos some of them do. Otherwise, just take the airport shuttle service. It's cheaper than taking a cab.
And yes, if u're bringing along any food items & medication, u need to declare them. Just tick on the appropriate item category in the declaration card will do.
As for exchange rate, if u're staying or working near Tanjong Pagar, u can chkout Perfect Exchange locted at Tanjong Pagar Plaza. It's just directly opp. Amara Hotel. Their rates are generally better than most other money changers, incl. those at The Arcade.
Safe2Travel do not do visa application for u unless u puchase the airtix or any packages with them. As for Chariot, if u're applying visa for at least 3 people.. they can charge u cheaper at $8/per pax. Bigger groups will be even cheaper. so u might wanna call & chk with them
As for transport, u can chk with the hotel if they provide free shuttle service from the airport, cos some of them do. Otherwise, just take the airport shuttle service. It's cheaper than taking a cab.
And yes, if u're bringing along any food items & medication, u need to declare them. Just tick on the appropriate item category in the declaration card will do.
As for exchange rate, if u're staying or working near Tanjong Pagar, u can chkout Perfect Exchange locted at Tanjong Pagar Plaza. It's just directly opp. Amara Hotel. Their rates are generally better than most other money changers, incl. those at The Arcade.
claerwen,
once again thanks for the info
ermm...for transport i dun think my hotel provides tats why wanna find out about wats so gd about the airport shuttle coz if i take a cab it cost about AUD30 n it drive us direct to the hotel...the shuttle service is like a big bus tat carries many passengers n u need to wait for ur turn to drop off. and the price is like AUD15 per pax...tats means its AUD30 for me n hubby leh. but one thing gd is tat if u book a return trip then u gt guarantee transport back to airport lor..
once again thanks for the info
ermm...for transport i dun think my hotel provides tats why wanna find out about wats so gd about the airport shuttle coz if i take a cab it cost about AUD30 n it drive us direct to the hotel...the shuttle service is like a big bus tat carries many passengers n u need to wait for ur turn to drop off. and the price is like AUD15 per pax...tats means its AUD30 for me n hubby leh. but one thing gd is tat if u book a return trip then u gt guarantee transport back to airport lor..
Midas,
A cab from the airport to city centre will cost ard A$30-$40. But the Perth Airport Shuttle costs only A$24 per pax for a return trip, so it's definitely the cheapest option. U can chkout their website at www.perthshuttle.com.au for more info. It's only a matter of price vs convenience.. so it's really up to u
A cab from the airport to city centre will cost ard A$30-$40. But the Perth Airport Shuttle costs only A$24 per pax for a return trip, so it's definitely the cheapest option. U can chkout their website at www.perthshuttle.com.au for more info. It's only a matter of price vs convenience.. so it's really up to u
claerwen,
i've enquired...perth shuttle return trip is $30 per pax. cab is $33(based on a tripadvisor member's post in Jul07, he stayed in the hotel we'll be staying). tats why i wanted to know why wld anyone wanna take the bus lor...anyway thanks for ur reply, i'm going to take a cab instead
counting down 10 more days to my holiday hee...
i've enquired...perth shuttle return trip is $30 per pax. cab is $33(based on a tripadvisor member's post in Jul07, he stayed in the hotel we'll be staying). tats why i wanted to know why wld anyone wanna take the bus lor...anyway thanks for ur reply, i'm going to take a cab instead
counting down 10 more days to my holiday hee...
Midas,
Wow, looks like the price has increased.. cos one of my friends took the shuttle few mths back & it costs only $24 per pax for a return trip. Either that, it cld also be a promotional fare at that time cos she went during the winter season. Will hv to chk with her again. Anyway, based on the fare u quoted, taking a cab still costs slightly more than taking the shuttle for a return trip. But as I mentioned earlier, it's really up to individual. Since the difference is only a few bucks, why not enjoy the comfort of a cab then?
Hva good trip ya! Cheers!~
Wow, looks like the price has increased.. cos one of my friends took the shuttle few mths back & it costs only $24 per pax for a return trip. Either that, it cld also be a promotional fare at that time cos she went during the winter season. Will hv to chk with her again. Anyway, based on the fare u quoted, taking a cab still costs slightly more than taking the shuttle for a return trip. But as I mentioned earlier, it's really up to individual. Since the difference is only a few bucks, why not enjoy the comfort of a cab then?
Hva good trip ya! Cheers!~
anyone knows about this Perth Tourist Lounge? are they a fully online company or do they have an office i can go to book their day tours?
i dun wan to book online leh...the credit card conversion rates r so bad now. if anybody has other tour agency in perth to recommend, pls do so thanks
i dun wan to book online leh...the credit card conversion rates r so bad now. if anybody has other tour agency in perth to recommend, pls do so thanks
Hi midas,
based on their website FAQ,
Q) I am presently in my home country. Can I book once I arrive there?
Ans) Yes you can, but we recommend you make early bookings especially during school holidays, Easter, Christmas and the peak season. Early bookings will avoid disappointments.
source : http://www.perthtourist.com.au/english/faq_e.asp
based on their website FAQ,
Q) I am presently in my home country. Can I book once I arrive there?
Ans) Yes you can, but we recommend you make early bookings especially during school holidays, Easter, Christmas and the peak season. Early bookings will avoid disappointments.
source : http://www.perthtourist.com.au/english/faq_e.asp
coldwinter
New Member
Hi midas
We got our accommodation thru http://www.discoverwest.com.au/ and they do provide complimentary one way airport shuttle service (airport to our apartment) for some of the hotels/apartments. Some may also include a half day city tour.
It's a great savings for my family, 2 adults and 3 kids! haha
We got our accommodation thru http://www.discoverwest.com.au/ and they do provide complimentary one way airport shuttle service (airport to our apartment) for some of the hotels/apartments. Some may also include a half day city tour.
It's a great savings for my family, 2 adults and 3 kids! haha
received an email from Accor :
Get a room in australia or NZ at $79 or $99 under "Early Summer Savings".
Note this rate is only for "Early Summer Savings". Different hotel have their own start and end date of Summer.
Valid for stays between 1/12/07 and 31/1/08. All rates are room only, per night single, twin or double occupancy in a standard room.
Rates are based on a limited allocation of rooms determined by each participating hotel and are subject to availability.
All Early Summer Savings bookings are chargeable at time of reservation and are non-exchangeable, non-refundable and non-transferable.
Details can be seen in http://hotdeals.sites.optin.com.au/readcamp.rsp?rin=1sb63835-1723781&campaign=018
Good thing abt being an Accor member
http://www.singaporebrides.com/forumboard/messages/4/436535.html?1191456783
Get a room in australia or NZ at $79 or $99 under "Early Summer Savings".
Note this rate is only for "Early Summer Savings". Different hotel have their own start and end date of Summer.
Valid for stays between 1/12/07 and 31/1/08. All rates are room only, per night single, twin or double occupancy in a standard room.
Rates are based on a limited allocation of rooms determined by each participating hotel and are subject to availability.
All Early Summer Savings bookings are chargeable at time of reservation and are non-exchangeable, non-refundable and non-transferable.
Details can be seen in http://hotdeals.sites.optin.com.au/readcamp.rsp?rin=1sb63835-1723781&campaign=018
Good thing abt being an Accor member
http://www.singaporebrides.com/forumboard/messages/4/436535.html?1191456783
Midas,
U can go to Australian Pinnacle Tours. They're a v. established tour agency & tour specialist in Western Australia. They also hv a wide range of 1/2 & full day tours available. Hv joined them 5 yrs back on my trip to Perth & visited places like Albany, Margaret River & Pinnacles. Their guides are v. experienced & friendly & their coaches are also luxury 5 star coaches, v. comfy. Overall, was a great experience! U can visit www.pinnacletours.com.au to find out more.
Hope it helps!
U can go to Australian Pinnacle Tours. They're a v. established tour agency & tour specialist in Western Australia. They also hv a wide range of 1/2 & full day tours available. Hv joined them 5 yrs back on my trip to Perth & visited places like Albany, Margaret River & Pinnacles. Their guides are v. experienced & friendly & their coaches are also luxury 5 star coaches, v. comfy. Overall, was a great experience! U can visit www.pinnacletours.com.au to find out more.
Hope it helps!
kite
u going perth in mar next yr? perth only? me going next mth...haha when i come back i can share/feedback to u...hahaaaa
this is at M.River
www.redgatefarmstay.com.au
u going perth in mar next yr? perth only? me going next mth...haha when i come back i can share/feedback to u...hahaaaa
this is at M.River
www.redgatefarmstay.com.au
hi panda:
hee nice to see u here.
yup we r planning to go perth next mar. yes perth only. r u gg to self drive n how many days, book ur air tix thr which airline? alrite do keep me update after u come back.
We have self drive in NZ and Melbourne before and we just show our Singapore driving license will do. No need apply any international driving license.
hee nice to see u here.
We have self drive in NZ and Melbourne before and we just show our Singapore driving license will do. No need apply any international driving license.
kite,
yes come here & check on some matters reg. perth. cannot go SMH but can come here. All F&E. Booked apartmt in perth liao. May travel south to M.River & Albany. Source a few accomodation in M.River & Albany but not finalised yet. Meeting my sis to discuss plan this sat. Travelling in BIG group (7adults, 1 child & 1 toddler).
Hv asked a few friends reg the license thingy..they all say dun need int'l DL. Just checked web, S'pore is one of the recognised country..so dun need.
yes come here & check on some matters reg. perth. cannot go SMH but can come here. All F&E. Booked apartmt in perth liao. May travel south to M.River & Albany. Source a few accomodation in M.River & Albany but not finalised yet. Meeting my sis to discuss plan this sat. Travelling in BIG group (7adults, 1 child & 1 toddler).
Hv asked a few friends reg the license thingy..they all say dun need int'l DL. Just checked web, S'pore is one of the recognised country..so dun need.
panda:
oh ur co. monitoring u? me thinking of flying by tiger too. i have checked Mar wil be $900 for 2 adults + 1 infant. consider cheap hor. how much u pay for ur air tix?
i have yet to plan my itinerary, Probably will go to e library to book Lonely planet guide book. I find this book is really informative, used it for my NZ n mel's trip. but...Hopefully got e time.
oh ur co. monitoring u? me thinking of flying by tiger too. i have checked Mar wil be $900 for 2 adults + 1 infant. consider cheap hor. how much u pay for ur air tix?
i have yet to plan my itinerary, Probably will go to e library to book Lonely planet guide book. I find this book is really informative, used it for my NZ n mel's trip. but...Hopefully got e time.
hi claerwen,
i'm back from perth liao...ya i did two tours with Australian Pinnacles..they r gd but ex lor. i booked them thru Perth Tourist Lounge...same price but they gv me discounts for more than 3 tours(i booked total 4 tours from diff vendors). i enjoyed the Rockingham Dolphins most
first time see dolphins swimming juz 2 feets away from my feet hee...
coldwinter,
http://www.discoverwest.com.au/ is ex sia...they charged in AUD n u know now the exchange rates r ridiculous rite?
oh ya, for those not driving...taxi fare is AUD34 from airport to perth city center
i'm back from perth liao...ya i did two tours with Australian Pinnacles..they r gd but ex lor. i booked them thru Perth Tourist Lounge...same price but they gv me discounts for more than 3 tours(i booked total 4 tours from diff vendors). i enjoyed the Rockingham Dolphins most
coldwinter,
http://www.discoverwest.com.au/ is ex sia...they charged in AUD n u know now the exchange rates r ridiculous rite?
oh ya, for those not driving...taxi fare is AUD34 from airport to perth city center
Midas,
Glad u enjoyed ur trip =)
Yup, prices have definitely increased over yrs.. but even though it's more ex now, it's still worth every cent coz they really live up to their reputation, so it's really 'yi fen qian yi fen huo'. For me, I'd rather pay more & go for a more established & experienced agency rather than choosing a cheaper or inexperienced one & not knowing what I'll be getting from it
Glad u enjoyed ur trip =)
Yup, prices have definitely increased over yrs.. but even though it's more ex now, it's still worth every cent coz they really live up to their reputation, so it's really 'yi fen qian yi fen huo'. For me, I'd rather pay more & go for a more established & experienced agency rather than choosing a cheaper or inexperienced one & not knowing what I'll be getting from it
beautifulcurls
New Member
Hi LiLi
Nov is end of spring..approaching summer.. Weather can swing from hot in the day..then cooling towards evening.. December will be very HOT.. Daytime could be up to 40 Degree..
Nov is end of spring..approaching summer.. Weather can swing from hot in the day..then cooling towards evening.. December will be very HOT.. Daytime could be up to 40 Degree..
kelvinkezz
New Member
if not driving, i think quite hard to move around in Perth
Hello all,
Singapore brides forum has been very useful as I live in Perth and its very difficult co-ordinating a wedding from overseas and thought i'll contribute to the forum too.
So feel free to leave any messages if you're travelling to Perth and hopefully I can help you plan your beautiful trip to Perth
Singapore brides forum has been very useful as I live in Perth and its very difficult co-ordinating a wedding from overseas and thought i'll contribute to the forum too.
So feel free to leave any messages if you're travelling to Perth and hopefully I can help you plan your beautiful trip to Perth
libra_kc81
New Member
Hi Sher
Me and my hubby plan to go Perth during mid of May (20th - 25th) and most of the travel agency in spore only provide 1 1/2 day tour and the rest of the day will be F&E becoz we just need them to book the hotel and land tour fr us as we already hv flight flying to Perth.
Wonder do you have any suggestion on how will we be able to find a whole day tour during our trip.
Thanks
Me and my hubby plan to go Perth during mid of May (20th - 25th) and most of the travel agency in spore only provide 1 1/2 day tour and the rest of the day will be F&E becoz we just need them to book the hotel and land tour fr us as we already hv flight flying to Perth.
Wonder do you have any suggestion on how will we be able to find a whole day tour during our trip.
Thanks
Hi libra_kc81
This is the western australia tourism website with details of different tour packages.
http://www.westernaustralia.com/au/search/Pages/Tour_Search.aspx
This is the western australia tourism website with details of different tour packages.
http://www.westernaustralia.com/au/search/Pages/Tour_Search.aspx
Libra,
Perth day tour industry is like a big monopoly. Every morning, the tour buses will go around to pick up the tourists from the various hotels, and bring everyone to an interchange. At that interchange, tourists transfer to the respective day tours buses.
It does not matter who u book the tour from, everyone will gather at the same spot, and the respective tour guide for that tour will take over. It is a very organised and convinient system.
U can check out this website for the tours available daily. Don't have to book ahead. At the hotel can make the reservations for the next day itenary.
http://www.discoverwest.com.au/western_australia_holidays_visiting/perth_tours/
Perth day tour industry is like a big monopoly. Every morning, the tour buses will go around to pick up the tourists from the various hotels, and bring everyone to an interchange. At that interchange, tourists transfer to the respective day tours buses.
It does not matter who u book the tour from, everyone will gather at the same spot, and the respective tour guide for that tour will take over. It is a very organised and convinient system.
U can check out this website for the tours available daily. Don't have to book ahead. At the hotel can make the reservations for the next day itenary.
http://www.discoverwest.com.au/western_australia_holidays_visiting/perth_tours/
hugs_of_love
New Member
hi shuying, which farmstay u stay at?
and how to transfer around to other places?
thanks
and how to transfer around to other places?
thanks
