Accommodation and Delegate Information

 

There is a range of different types of hotels, budget and luxury, as well as heritage and new places in various locations. Listed below are some hotels that we have negotiated special rates for. Please contact them directly via the internet.

 

The venue of the confernece is just a few minutes walk from an MRT (Metro/Subway) station, so access to the MRT line is an important consideration for your accommodation.

 

You may also want to try using internet hotel booking sites which my offer very good deals from time to time.

 

You should also check out some cheap but classy boutique hotels.

 

Here are some hotels near the venue.

 

Furama RiverFront

Furama RiverFront is a 4-star hotel located between Chinatown and Orchard Road. It features an outdoor pool, two dining options, and offers easy access to Clarke Quay and other central attractions.

 

Nostalgia Hotel

Nostalgia Hotel is a boutique hotel situated in the historic Tiong Bahru district. It blends colonial charm with modern amenities and is within walking distance of several MRT stations, making it convenient for exploring the city.

 

Momentus Hotel Alexandra

Momentus Hotel Alexandra is a 4-star hotel located in the Queenstown district. It offers 442 rooms and suites, a rooftop infinity pool, gymnasium, and dining options including the Verandah Rooftop Rotisserie and Verandah Pool Bar & Grill. The hotel is within walking distance to Queenstown MRT station and offers complimentary shuttle services to Harbourfront and Outram Park MRT stations.

 


Delegate Information

Visa Information

Most visitors to Singapore do not require visas. However, you can check to see if you  need to apply for a visa to enter Singapore, at  www.ica.gov.sg

Should you require an invitation letter for approval of travel visa application to Singapore for SEAGA 2025, please write to seaga@nie.edu.sg  with the subject heading "Visa Application" and include the following details:

  • Name (as it appears on the passport)
  • Passport Number
  • Nationality
  • Job Title
  • Organisation
  • Mailing Address
  • Email Address
     

About Singapore

Climate 

Singapore has an equatorail climate. The average temperature is approximately 30ºC/86ºF during the day and 24ºC/76ºF in the evening) throughout the year. Short, intense and heavy rain falls throughout the year but is heavier and lasts longer during the monsoon season (November to January).  It would be prudent to  carry an umbrella at all times in case of sudden downpours. For timely weather information. please visit the National Environment Agency's weather forecast website at https://www.nea.gov.sg/corporate-functions/weather

Electricity

Singapore uses a Type-G plug and for wall sockets. This is a flat three-pin plug (as used in the UK). Electric appliances need to be 230V/50Hz (although appliances set for 220 to 240 volts will operate). 

Official Currency 

Singapore Dollar (SGD; symbol S$) = 100 cents. Notes are in denominations of S$ 1,000, 500, 100, 50, 10, 5 and 2. Coins are in denominations of S$1, and 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1 cents. Singapore Dollars - exchangeable at banks/money changers located at Changi Airport and around the country.

For more information about Singapore, please visit www.yoursingapore.com/