Live the high life: If you're after a holiday with bragging rights, you won't do much better than Shangri-La Singapore's $546,000 Ultimate Extravagance package. You and three companions fly to Singapore in a chartered jet, are met at the airport by limousine, whisked to a private entrance of the hotel, and taken up a private escalator to the two-bedroom 4,000sqft Presidential Suite. The suite has hosted myriad royalty and heads of state, including George W. Bush, and was recently renovated as part of a $250 million refurbishment. During your three-night stay, you'll be treated to: unlimited champagne and canapes; 24-hour butler service; spa treatment for four; personalised bathrobes, pillowcases and stationery; a private dinner for four at the hotel's Californian restaurant, BLU; and breakfast in a private room. You'll also have a chauffeur at your disposal, and chefs catering to the personal tastes of each guest. The offer is valid until July 31. Inquiries: [65] 6235 1666 or go to
www.shangri-la.com.
Taipei package: Until July 3, Dragonair Holidays is offering a two-night package to Taipei for $1,688, staying at the five-star Grand Hyatt. Pay $2,688 and you can upgrade to business class, or $3,288 to go all the way to first. Inquiries: 3193 3338 or go to
www.kaholidays.com.