Singapore welcomes visitors with new tourism standards

The epidemic has contributed to reshaping the global tourism industry, prompting the industry to apply appropriate new standards to soon adapt to the new context. With the prolonged epidemic situation and the emergence of new strains, many countries have chosen the solution of living together with Covid to restore their socio-economic status, including Singapore.

Compared to before the outbreak, safe travel criteria are now more extensive and inclusive. In addition to preventing unnecessary accidents, epidemic prevention and control measures, isolation regulations, medical care procedures, cleaning and disinfecting on vehicles, airports, hotels and attractions. .. is focused on by the government.

Accordingly, in addition to continuing to bring many new and interesting experiences like before, the tourism industry should also adapt to new needs from visitors, and at the same time apply measures to ensure health and safety. for them.

Technological measures

The challenge from the epidemic and the change in visitors’ expectations have contributed to creating motivation for tourism businesses to innovate. In particular, technology is considered an important factor to help this industry recover and grow again.

In addition to helping to ensure safe interactions, modern technology also helps promote new business models and experiences. Tourism businesses are also proactive in meeting the increased demand for health care, helping tourists recover physically and mentally after a stressful time because of the epidemic.

The lion island nation is now ready to welcome international tourists back, opening all routes. Singapore’s secret to bringing tourism back is its constant efforts to innovate, create, and apply high-tech solutions. Singapore’s outstanding technology initiatives include: “contactless” experiences at automated immigration lanes, automated mechanisms and AI in high-end hotels, applications to help contact tracing when detecting cases infected…

On that basis, Singapore has improved its epidemic prevention and safety management measures, but still ensures visitors have an interesting service and sightseeing experience, preserving sustainable values ​​in most areas. These efforts contribute to bringing the island nation back on the international tourism scene as one of the inspirational destinations, creating a sense of peace of mind for visitors when enjoying their vacation here.

In addition, experience digital in real life (phygital) at exhibitions geared towards children Gallery Children’s Biennale of National Gallery Singapore, exhibition Story of the Forest At the National Museum of Singapore, the KOPItech high-tech food court in the Funan shopping center… is also a new and interesting point for visitors to discover on their upcoming return to the island.

High-quality service

In addition to a new and modern phygital experience, visitors can regenerate energy and increase excitement with high-class healthcare services in the island nation. Blue Sky Escapes travel agency often organizes three-day and two-night “An Emergence of Self” retreats with schedules including meditation time, sound healing, days of silence…

In addition, the unit also offers a staycation package “Brompton Adventures”, which includes cycling at the Capella Singapore hotel. Visitors can relax and maximize their physical and mental health after a long time facing blockade orders and social distancing due to the epidemic.

The island nation also refreshes itself with the exciting atmosphere of upcoming world-class sporting events. In the past two years, many major sports events have been canceled or delayed due to the epidemic. The re-emergence of live events this year promises to bring sports-loving visitors an exciting and satisfying experience. They can watch and cheer on dramatic matches in the island nation.

April, rugby league HSBC Singapore Rugby Sevens will take place, bringing together the world’s top players at the national stadium, the center of the Singapore Sports Hub. The organizers are currently working closely with partners and related departments to make the event go well. At the same time, the unit is also committed to complying with Singapore’s safety management measures.

“We are pleased to welcome HSBC Rugby Sevens to the Singapore Sports Hub this April. This is an important step in paving the way for the return of upcoming large-scale live events in the lion island nation,” said Lionel Yeo, CEO of Singapore Sports Hub.

Another sporting event that also promises to attract a large audience is Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix 2022. The popular night race will return on the Marina Bay roads from September 30 to October 2 after a two-year absence.

In particular, Singapore also signed a contract to host the F1 race in the next seven years. The Singapore GP and Singapore Tourism Board (STB) said the unit is planning to conduct a comprehensive examination of the sustainability factor. The two sides will work together to reduce the carbon footprint generated from this race in the island nation.

“With the criteria of ensuring safety and fun in the context of tourism opening in the time of Covid-19, Singapore is constantly striving to bring visitors many new and unique experiences and services. Hope the island nation will soon recover tourism and continue to be a favorite destination of travel enthusiasts around the world”, a representative of STB shared.

Thy An