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Singapore Turns Transit into a Tropical Getaway with Free Sentosa Tour from Changi Airport

Tanisha Cardozo

Singapore – August 4, 2025: For travelers passing through Changi Airport, layovers are about to get a whole lot more exciting—and tropical. Starting August 1, a brand-new Free Singapore Tour to Sentosa invites transit passengers with layovers of at least 5.5 hours to dive into an unforgettable island adventure, completely free of charge.

Organized as part of Singapore’s world-class hospitality at Changi Airport, the Sentosa Discovery Tour offers a 2.5-hour curated experience through one of Singapore’s most iconic destinations—Sentosa Island. Once a British military base, Sentosa has transformed into a vibrant blend of nature, entertainment, and culture.

What’s in the Tour?

  • 🌿 Sentosa Sensoryscape
     Walk through six immersive sensory zones along a 350-meter trail featuring floral projections, ambient soundscapes, and interactive gardens.
  • 🌀 Resorts World Sentosa
     Catch glimpses of the world-famous Universal Studios Singapore, Adventure Cove Waterpark, and the new Singapore Oceanarium. Don’t forget to snap a selfie with the iconic Universal Studios globe!
  • 🏖️ Siloso Beach
     Enjoy the sights and sounds of Sentosa’s most energetic beach—perfect for people-watching, volleyball, or simply soaking in the tropical vibes.
  • 🎨 Peranakan-Inspired Light Installation (limited-time: till August 31)
     A visual tribute to Singapore’s rich cultural roots, featuring vivid projections and intricate heritage patterns.
  • 🌠 Optional Add-On: Wings of Time Show
     Upgrade your experience with a ticket to this legendary sea-side show featuring fireworks, lasers, water jets, and music. Payable on-site during the tour.

Tour Essentials

  • 🕒 Duration: 2.5 hours
  • 🕖 Departure: 7PM daily
  • 🎫 Eligibility: Only transit passengers with layovers of 5.5+ hours
  • 📍 Where to Register:
    • Terminal 2: Near Gate F50
    • Terminal 3: Near Gates A1–A8
    • All others: Take the skytrain to Terminal 3
  • 📌 Requirements:
    • Valid passport
    • Boarding passes (arrival & next flight)
    • Tour confirmation
    • Entry visa (if applicable)

Whether you’re a seasoned jet-setter or a first-time visitor, this free tour is your golden chance to transform a transit stop into a stunning island escape—without even leaving the airport transit zone.

TechPulse

Balaji Srinivasan’s “Network School” Island: A Visionary Hub for the Future of Work and Learning

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In a bold and unconventional move, Indian-origin tech entrepreneur Balaji Srinivasan has bought a private island near Singapore and transformed it into “The Network School”—a living, learning, and building space tailored for today’s digital pioneers.

Srinivasan, known for his futurist ideas and as a former CTO of Coinbase and General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, has long championed decentralized governance and startup societies through his book The Network State. With “The Network School,” he’s bringing those philosophies to life—literally—on an island.

Designed as a real-world prototype of a “Network State,” the island functions as a blended innovation campus and intentional community. It offers:

  • Start-Up Studios for builders and hackers
  • Remote Work Retreats for digital nomads and coders
  • Biohacking & Wellness Zones for fitness enthusiasts and longevity seekers
  • Education Programs for alternative thinkers and self-learners

The island emphasizes physical and digital infrastructure designed to nurture deep work, collaboration, and personal growth. From high-speed satellite internet to calisthenics rings under palm trees, every detail is curated to support a balanced high-performance lifestyle.

The venture has drawn global attention—not just from the startup world but also from futurists, educators, and urban planners eager to see how such an environment could redefine how we live, learn, and create.

Srinivasan calls it a “prototype of a parallel society”—and possibly a glimpse into what future decentralized nations might look like.

As global debates around remote work, education reform, and digital citizenship heat up, The Network School island stands as a bold, tangible experiment in living differently.