A part of me always wanted to go on a ride on the Singapore Cable Car and explore Mount Faber and Sentosa Island, but never had the chance (or time or initiative) to do it due to various reasons and procrastination. So, when the invite came from One Faber Group to embark on a weekend escapade of fun-filled activities and dining on Faber Peak Singapore and Sentosa Island – as a platform to share more about their refreshed Faber Licence - it was an offer too good to refuse!
What is the One Faber Group Refreshed Faber Licence?
This is an annual membership (valued at $39 for individual and $135 for family of four) that grants members unlimited cable car rides and exclusive privileges for dining, shopping, and other services with One Faber Group and its various island partners.
The newly refreshed Faber Licence is also fully digital. This means it is card-less and members can access their account via web app (https://member.onefabergroup.com) where they can look up a long list of activities and privileges - anytime, anywhere!
Find out more here: www.onefabergroup.com/faber-licence-membership/
The whole experience commenced when I first arrive at Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa at 11am to check -in. I was ushered to a private row at the extreme end of the lobby, where the concierge team took my bags to safe keep them as the check-in period was only available from 3pm onwards.
Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa is a luxurious resort located in Sentosa Island with 140 5-star rooms, suites, villas, and a mansion. The resort is a 10-minute drive away from Singapore’s CBD and shopping districts, and it is within walking distance to popular attractions like USS and many others.
Staycationers Alert! The refreshed Faber Licence lets you enjoy 15% offthe best available rate at Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa. Simply log on to the webapp (https://member.onefabergroup.com) and make your booking via this portal (click on “Stay” icon). In fact, there are two other hotel partners you can choose from: Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa & Siloso Beach Resort, which offers 20% off best available rate and 15% off for Deluxe Room respectively. With these cost savings, perhaps it is time to explore a (nearby) island staycation for the weekend!
As I exited the hotel, the staff told me that the resort is within walking distance to Imbiah Lookout Station, where I would commence my first activity of the day - that is to experience the cable car ride from Sentosa to Mount Faber.
It took less than 10 minutes of leisurely stroll where I took time to bask in the serene environment and before I knew it, I arrived at the Imbiah Lookout station of the Sentosa Line.
As you take a stroll to Imbiah Lookout Station you can see the Sentosa Merlion from afar (it’s 37metres tall!) It is also known as the Guardian of Prosperity and the only Merlion in Singapore that people can enter to check out an exhibition showcasing new digital content that tells the story about this mythical creature!
Find out more here: www.onefabergroup.com/sentosa-merlion
Use your Faber Licence when you are visiting the Sentosa Merlion to enjoy 50% off the admission (up to 6 tickets)!
In a cable car cabin on the Sentosa Line. With my refreshed Faber Licence, I get to enjoy unlimited free cable car rides for a year! But what if I am bringing family and friends along? Well I can use my membership to buy up to 6 Sky Passes (up to 6 tickets) at 50% off!
If you intend to shuttle back and forth on the cable car, take note of its operating hours which is from 8.45am till 10pm (Last boarding at 9.30pm!)
Ps: Do you know that there are 2 cable car lines in Singapore? The Mount Faber Line connects 3 stations from Faber Peak Singapore, HarbourFront Tower and Sentosa Island, while the Sentosa Line connects 3 stations at the Merlion Sentosa, Imbiah Lookout and Siloso Point. Find out more: www.onefabergroup.com/singapore-cable-car-sky-network/
Lunch at Arbora + Faber Peak Singapore
The whole journey from Imbiah Lookout station to Mount Faber Station took about 30 mins, which includes the transferring of cable lines where I alighted at Merlion Station (Sentosa Line) and took a short walk to Sentosa Station (Mount Faber Line).
Oh, and I learned that the restaurant name "Arbora" is derived from the Latin word "Arbor", which refers to trees. The inspiration for this name comes from its distinguished location: Arbora is actually surrounded by Mount Faber Park - one of Singapore’s earliest parks - which sprawls over 40 hectares of verdant treetops and home to a variety of flora and fauna. That’s quite a bit of depth to its name, don’t you think?
Find out more here: www.onefabergroup.com/arbora/
This feature wall at Arbora features real plants! A perfect backdrop for selfies and group photos.
Herb-Roasted Half Chicken
Mexican Ribs
My friend and I got ourselves a sharing deal named “Angsana” which consists of 2 mains, 1 snack and 1 dessert for $75. It was a pretty good deal in my opinion, considering the view, vibes and unique hilltop gardening dining experience.
I was particularly impressed with the Chilli Crab Potato Skins, which we ordered as our snack. The full flavour of the chili crab slathered on top the fried potato skin was simply irresistible and left my friend and I wanting for more!
Remember to show your Faber Licence when dining at Arbora to enjoy 20% off total bill. ButIf you dine after 6pm, a minimum spend of $50 applies.
After a hearty lunch at Arbora, we took some time to explore a little bit of Faber Peak Singapore, such as the Bell of Happiness, Happy Drill,and the colorful Happy Steps. Very pretty spot for lots of photo opportunities I must say. It was definitely a pleasant experience exploring them.
Bell of Happiness
Happy Steps
GoGreen Segway Fun Ride + Skyline Luge & Skyride
After exploring Faber Peak, we took the cable car back to Sentosa Island to pursue our activities in Sentosa. The ride back on the cable car was slightly different as we get to enjoy an aerial view of Sentosa Island and the Harbourfront.
The very first activity we did was the Segway Fun Ride, offered by Gogreen Segway Eco Adventure (www.sentosa.com.sg/explore/attractions/gogreen-segway-eco-adventure). These Segway Personal Transporters are so cool as it was my first time riding them as well. I also really like how they have an introductory lesson first from the trainers, before bringing you for a short 30 mins riding session where I was able to ride the Segway from their base which is near Beach Station, all the way to Palawan Beach and back.
If you are a Faber Licence member, you get to redeem (one time only) for a 1-for-1 Segway Fun Ride (800 metres) and 1-for-1 Bicycle Rental (2hr).
Posing after mastering the Segway Transporter
Another activity we did on Sentosa Island was the Skyline Luge & Skyride (www.skylineluge.com/en/sentosa/).A quick introduction of Skyline Luge – it has hosted 45 million rides worldwide and counting! There are 2 unique types of experience – the Luge and the Skyride. Book via the Faber Licence web app (https://member.onefabergroup.com) to enjoy $2 off 2, 4, 6 Luge & Skyride Combo tickets.
The Luge is a fun-filled gravity thrill ride where I was able to maneuver the luge around the track. It was pretty similar to Go-Cart, but it uses a unique breaking and steering system.
I was also able to choose the track which I embarked on – such as the 688 metre Dragon Trial, 628 metre Jungle Trail, or try the newer tracks such as the 658 metre long Expedition that has hairpin corners and exciting slopes.
It was a challenge to snap photos with my professional camera during this activity, so here are some of the pics taken from various sources to give you an idea!
After the fun and intense ride, we proceeded to the Skyride. This ride was initially legit scary for me as we get onto higher heights. But I figured that it’s safe and once I got the hang of it, the fear went away immediately as I was enthralled by the scenic views!
Hopping onto the Skyride allows me to have a bird’s eye view of Sentosa Island and the skyline view of Singapore.
Dinner at Good Old Days Restaurant + Wings of Time show
Times flies when we were having fun and it was close to dinner by the time we ended the previous two activities, so we adjourned to Good Old Days Restaurant (www.onefabergroup.com/good-old-days/) This is a family-friendly halal restaurant on Sentosa Island (near Beach Station, Sentosa Express Monorail) which serves up delicious local cuisine such as Laksa, Chicken Rice, Nasi Briyani and many familiar selections at reasonable pocket friendly prices.
The variety and quality of the dishes in this restaurant definitely reminded me of the good old memories of local delights. The black and white interior of the restaurant is reminiscent of the colonial houses that still exist in Singapore today. They have À la carteand buffet options depending on your appetite: I opted for the buffet option as it was a deal at $20+ per pax and I was famished after a day of activities! Good Old Days is open from 11am – 10pm daily and the buffet is available from 5pm – 10pm daily
Again, remember to use your Faber Licence at Good Old Days to enjoy 20% off total bill, which applies for the buffet too! If you dine after 6pm, a minimum spend of $30 applies.
To end the night, we adjourned to Wings of Time show right after dinner. Located adjacent to Good Old Days restaurant, Wings of time is a spectacular night show set outdoors against the backdrop of an open sea. The day in Sentosa is definitely incomplete without catching this award-winning outdoor night show.
Wings of Time (www.onefabergroup.com/wings-of-time/) incorporates awe-inspiring display of water, laser, and fire effects, set to majestic music, which takes you on an adventure through several exotic vistas.
The show lasts 20 mins and ends with a grand finale of fireworks display. Every moment was truly photo- and Instagram- worthy and it was a spectacular way to end the night on a high note!
If you are hosting overseas visitors or spending time with friends and family to enjoy a multisensorial performance, create memories together by catching the Wings of Time – especially when you have the Faber Licence which lets you enjoy 50% off admission for up to six tickets.
I called it a night and returned to Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa where I had one of the most comfortable hotel stays! I had discovered so much about Faber Peak Singapore and Sentosa Island in just one day but this is just the tip of the iceberg. There are in fact many experiences to be had and I think I may need to return a few times to fully experience all that One Faber Group has to offer!
Whether you are a foodie, adventure junkie, leisure seeker, or looking for something for the whole family to enjoy together, the refreshed Faber Licence is certainly a smart investment (only $39 for a year for an individual and $135 for family of four!!) to enjoy cost savings for a slew of lifestyle choices. Just consider the savings I enjoyed today with all the activities and hotel stay, you can bet it already exceeded $39! How’s that for stretching your dollars?
Big love to One Faber Group for the kind arrangements of all the stay and activities, as well as Word of Mouth for the kind arrangements. I had a blast, and I’ll most definitely recommend you to sign up for the refreshed Faber Licence if you want to enjoy value for money lifestyle options and attractions offered by One Faber Group!
** This post is written in collaboration with One Faber Group.
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