A “Singapore United” Welcome Plan for Chefs to Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2024
From the Singapore government, Singapore Tourism Board to private institutions such as Marina Bay Sands, Singapore Airlines, Changi Airport to Grab (transport), we are ready to welcome you.
To prepare for the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2024, Singapore has come together to present a detailed plan to guarantee chefs from around the world the experience of their lifetime at the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2024. To ensure this, here are the privileges the Singapore Chefs’ Association and the Singapore Tourism Board have lined up:
- Marina Bay Sands as Official Location
The award-winning world-class icon has pledged its support to be the official venue for the Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2024. A destination for those who appreciate luxury, the integrated resort is celebrated for transforming Singapore’s city skyline, it comprises three 55-storey towers of extravagant hotel rooms and luxury suites with personal butler services.
Says Paul Town, Senior Vice President, Resort Operations Marina Bay Sands, “WorldChefs Congress was last in Singapore in 1990. Singapore has developed tremendously since, with Marina Bay Sands at the heart of its transformation. The Marina Bay Sands team aims to create memorable moments for each and every one of our guests and we look forward to creating memorable moments for your delegates when we welcome WorldChefs Congress back to Singapore.”
Whether it’s enjoying the cityscape from the infinity pool, dining at the long list of celebrity restaurants to shopping at the retail mall, there’s something for everyone!
- Support from the Singapore Government
Strongly supported by the Singapore Tourism Board, this event is also endorsed by Minister Chee Hong Tat, Minister Patron of Singapore Chefs’ Association and Senior Minister of State for Trade and Industry.
Minister Chee shares, “Singapore is a world-class city and we have a strong record for hosting international events, from the annual F1 Night Race to the World’s 50 Best Restaurants Ceremony. Other than our reputation for efficiency, Singapore is also well-positioned to welcome international guests from around the world. Our transport system is also well-connected throughout the island, and you can easily get from one part to another in less than 30 minutes comfortably. Food is a big part of every Singaporeans’ life, so to all our chef friends from around the world, we look forward to welcoming you to Singapore for the Worldchefs Congress 2024.”
- Singapore Airlines’ Exclusive Privileges
The world-renowned Singapore Airlines will offer discounted fares to Singapore on Singapore Airlines and SilkAir. For additional check-in baggage allowance of 10kg across all classes of travels, you will also be entitled to increased amount of KrisFlyer miles through Singapore Airlines’ frequent flyer programme.
- A Special Changi Airport Welcome
Voted the “Best Airport in the World’ for 8 consecutive years, Changi Airport’s latest gem, Jewel Changi Airport, opened in April 2019 and now attracts millions of visitors every month. Designed by world-renowned architect Moshe Safdie, Jewel features a distinctive dome-shaped facade made of glass and steel, making it an iconic landmark in the airport’s landscape. At 135,700 sqm in size, it offers a range of facilities including airport services, indoor gardens and leisure attractions, 500 retail stores and 260 dining offerings as well as a hotel, all under one roof.
Other than the must-have welcome reception desk, Changi Airport will offer Shopping vouchers for shopping and dining at Changi Airport or Jewel Changi Airport and Complimentary access to attractions at Jewel Changi Airport, as well as discounts on their online shopping platform.
- Easily Connected to the World
StarHub, a leading homegrown Singapore company that delivers world-class communications, entertainment, and digital solutions, has offered discount or Discount or free gift with purchase of Travel Prepaid SIM card at Singapore Changi Airport*.
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- Seamless Transport, Explore Everywhere
In Singapore, you can easily get from one point to another in less than 30 minutes. To make your transport experience even more seamless, we have partnered with Grab, a ride-hailing app platform for transport. To ensure the best experience, they have also lined up special discounts for all delegates for Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2024!