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www.travelweekly-asia.com 17 OCTOBER 2019 D AY 2 TRAVEL WEEKLY ASIA I T B A S I A S H O W D A I L I E S 5 Sentosa to link RWS and south beaches with US$65m Sensoryscape A s part of an ambitious master plan to transform Singapore's leisure and tourism industry, Sentosa Development Corporation (SDC) has unveiled blueprints to redevelop the islands of Sentosa and Pulau Brani. Called the Sentosa-Brani Master Plan, the launch came on the back of the National Day Rally in August by the country's Prime Minister, Lee Hsien Loong, who outlined exciting plans for Singapore's Greater Southern Waterfront. The Sentosa-Brani Master Plan will be implemented To be completed by 2022, project is part of landmark master plan to redevelop Sentosa, Pulau Brani in Singapore An artist's impression of one of the vessel-like structures, which feature new public spaces and ambient lighting effects as part of the Sentosa Sensoryscape. one of the five senses through elements such as polyphonic water features, mist, as well as fragrant flowers. The redeveloped precinct will incorporate Universal Design principles to ensure easy access for all guests, as well as feature break-out spaces and expanded vistas through new look-out points. Singapore's Senior Minister of State for Trade and Industry and Education, Chee Hong Tat, said the Sentosa-Brani Master Plan is one of the tourism developments to position the country as a leading destination for the next few decades. "Sentosa Sensoryscape is the first project under this Master Plan. It will complement the expansion of Resorts World Sentosa and subsequent infrastructure enhancements on Sentosa and Pulau Brani," added Mr Chee. BY STANLEY HO in phases over the coming two to three decades. The redeveloped islands will feature five distinct zones – Vibrant Cluster, Island Heart, Waterfront, Ridgeline, and Beachfront – each delivering unique experiences. Sentosa Sensoryscape, which will cost S$90 million (US$65.5 million), will be the first milestone of the mega multi-decade project. The 30,000sqm linkway will link RWS to Sentosa's beaches in the south through a multi-sensory experience, replacing the existing pedestrian thoroughfare. It will begin construction in the fourth quarter of 2019 and is expected to be completed by 2022, doubling the capacity of footfall into Sentosa. Key features include a series of novel, picture- worthy vessel-like structures, each framed by unique architectural features that are set to pique and amplify