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New Braunfels Herald Zeitung (Newspaper) - January 13, 1983, New Braunfels, Texas WeatherLocal temperatures Wednesday's high of 65 was followed by an overnight low of 34. Today's high was to be near 70. Tonight's low will be in the mid-40s and the high Friday in the upper-60s.Lake level Canyon Lake rose Wednesday night to 906.89 feet above sea level, up from the previous day's reading of 906.87.Texas Sunny days and brisk nights were forecast for most of Texas as unseasonably warm afternoon temperatures were expected to remain the rule through Friday. Light fog formed over the Coastal Bend before dawn today. Otherwise, mostly fair skies were reported across Texas. Pre-dawn temperatures ranged from 23 at Marfa to 51 at McAllen. Winds were generally from the southwest at speeds less than IO mph. Texas forecasts North Texas — Mostly fair through Friday. Turning cooler from the northwest Friday. Highs 67 to 73. Lows 37 to 46. Highs Friday 60 to 70. South Texas — Mostly fair through tonight with considerable fog south central, lower coast and Rio Grande Valley early Friday. Partly cloudy Friday with fog clearing by midday. Highs 68 to 75. Lows 45 southeast and south central to 58 extreme south. Highs Friday 65 to 75. West Texas — Fair and warm through tonight. Partly cloudy and colder Friday. Highs 60s and 70s. Lows 20s and 30s. Highs Friday 50s north to 75 Big Bend valleys. Port Arthur to Port O'Connor — Mostly southwesterly winds 5 to IO knots through tonight becoming southerly IO to 15 knots Friday. Seas 2 to 3 feet. Some fog near the coast tonight and Friday.Horoscope By STELLA WILDER HIURSDAY. JANUARY 13 Born today, you have a complex nature and, thus a complicated, diffieult-to-understand personality. You are often at loggerheads with yourself about basic issues, fin- it is in you to see too clearly all sides and. thus, to be unable to come to permanent decisions or to take irrevocable actions. 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Lion Wrench (獅子のレンチ Shishi no renchi ) is a special item that can be found in Resident Evil Outbreak File #2.
The SP item can be recovered from the Cabin by David. It appears in EASY and NORMAL difficulty modes.
- Ara, Masui, ed (2004). BIOHAZARD OUTBREAK FILE 2 GRAND BIBLE. Japan: Capcom.
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"Surprise" everyone shouted as I entered the packed living room / kitchen which I scanned happily, taking in every smiling face (apart from Ali's) and recognizing each one in turn. There was just one face missing but before I could dwell on this the doorbell rang and I went to answer it. I opened the door to find a body with flowers for a head, the identity of the person carrying the big bunch of flowers hidden from view but this was soon revealed when Leanne's voice emanated from the flowers.
"Happy birthday beautiful!" she said handing me the flowers then kissing my cheek.
"I thought you were at work?" I asked opening the door wide to let her in then heading into the kitchen to find a vase big enough for the flowers.
"I was but I said to my boss that I had a crisis and had to go when I heard from Cara"
"But you don't have Cara's num…. wait a minute…" I wheeled around to look at Cara who was hovering nearby, Sam standing at her elbow. Cara's face had a cheeky expression on her face which made the corners of my mouth twitch into a smile.
"You left your phone charging on your bed earlier and I grabbed my chance to get Leanne's number"
"Oh I see, but Lea…. My birthday is just a birthday; you didn't have to lie to your boss…. What was the crisis?"
"The crisis was I didn't know it was your 19th birthday party and I hadn't got you a present, sorry it's nothing uber special but I will make tonight special for you!" Leanne promised.
"But, you did get me a present,"
"Yes, that was a clever excuse so that i could buy you another present"
"Oh Anna lighten up, it's your birthday, don't get your knickers in a twist ya old git" Cara joked, earning herself a playful punch in the arm.
"Happy Birthday Anna" Sam said coming up to me a bottle of bubbly in her hand and a card which I took from her with a smile.
"Thank you so much!" I said happily standing the card up by the flowers Leanne had got for me and feeling slightly angry with myself for suspecting Cara of forgetting my birthday.
"Open my present now Anna!" Cara said excitedly, bounding up to me and pressing a birthday bag into my hand with enthusiasm. I surveyed the bag closely for a few moments then delved my hand inside it … unsure what I would find.


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The availability of innumerable opportunities to indulge in water sports is one of the main reasons that tourists visit Goa again and again.
The lovely beaches here are perfectly suited for a number of water sporting activities such as windsurfing, dinghy sailing, scuba diving, water skiing, angling, parasailing, water scooter and swimming. Indulging in these activities is definitely one of the best things to do in Goa.
Splash about in the water during this holiday and make the most of your trip here with the innumerable water sporting events that are held on the beaches. Windsurfing is one of the most popular water sports activities in Goa. It requires a person to adjust his strength and balance to the speed and movements of wind and water.
Dona Paula Bay is one of the most popular destinations for windsurfing in this place. The bay provides an almost lake like condition with its placid waters and cool breeze. While the morning breeze is calm and light, it gets stronger in the afternoons. The mornings are perfect for beginners while the afternoons are just right for those with more experience.
Dinghy sailing is perfect for those who would like a relaxing experience on the waters of Goa. This activity is conducted on 15 feet long crafts that can hold up to three to four persons at a time. For beginners, there are trainers available at the Dona Paula Bay.
For those who love exploring underwater, scuba diving is the best activity to indulge in. The seas in Goa are blessed with a wide variety of marine life, corals and reefs. Furthermore, there are wreckages of old Portuguese and Spanish galleons. Other water sports activities that can be enjoyed in this destination include water skiing, angling, and parasailing.
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Going to Goa and not indulging in water sports is like having a plate of cake and not eating it! Snorkelling involves the practice of swimming underwater with face down using a snorkel i.e. a diving mask and a tube for breathing. Snorkelling in the state of Goa is a relatively lesser known activity that is practiced only for a few months every year.
One of the most popular places at the beach side destination for snorkelling is the Bogmalo Beach which is located on the southern coast of Goa. The sport lures a huge number of tourists and adventure seekers each year. The snorkelling lasts for about 3 Hours and is carried out in the presence of experts in the field. You can explore marine life with your naked eye which consists of corals, lobsters, fish schools etc. However, make sure that you pay attention to the safety instructions and are mentally prepared to go under water!
How would you like the world of sun and sand to go by you in a blur as you fly like a bird above it? Sounds impossible, somewhere else, it may be; but in Goa it's possible. You can indulge in a gorgeous experience of parasailing across the Goan landscape! See the waves whoosh by you and the scenery will take on a whole new beauty as you do! The best place to indulge in this activity in Goa is the Arambol and Baga Beaches.
The view is simply unforgettable. You will be harnessed to a parachute and a speedboat will take you across the water! If you are lucky, you can even ask your facilitator to guide you to take a dip in the water while you are still harnessed to the chute. Talk to the birds and take in the sky on this unforgettable adventure!
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A highly adventure driven and adrenaline pumping activity, canyoning is one of the extreme things to do in Goa for the hardened adventurers only! The sport involves jumping into a gushing waterfall and allows oneself to be carried downstream along with the flow of water. Sounds impossible! Well you can try it in Goa in the calming environs of the Netravali wildlife sanctuary which is near the southernmost part of Goa i.e. Palolem.
Feel the blood gushing through your veins as you start this experience by trekking through the forests, you walk only punctuated by the sounds of birds and trees rustling. The canyoning also involves rappelling through the rocky hillsides only to be harnessed by a rope harness. As you trek to the top jump right into the waterfall and slip and slide with the gushing currents.
A once in a lifetime experience, canyoning will open you up to a world of adventure and thrill unlike any other adventure you have experienced so far! You can take multiple jumps from various elevations or just jump once, the choice is yours but each leap will take you further to a high!
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Although surfing in Goa is not the most common activity to witness in Goa, it is one of the most pleasurable things to do in Goa for all those adventure and thrill seekers. The best time to learn surfing in Goa is between the months of April and May when the wave breaks and ocean surf is the highest. The best beaches in Goa to experience this sport is the coastline between Arambol and Calangute.
You can rent your board at Calangute Beach and go onwards to Arambol. If you are well trained, the surfs here are relatively easy to negotiate with swells ranging between 5 to 10 feet. If not, you can ask around the beach for reliable instructors and experienced practitioners to teach you how to navigate the waves. Typical surfing instructions are best availed one on one.
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Quad Biking is a high energy, adrenaline pumping sport that challenges the rough, bumpy and muddy terrains on four wheels and a high energy pumping engine. Ever thought of going beyond being a beach bum in Goa? Then this is THE activity for you.
You can enquire at the shops around the northern side of Goa and ask for quad bike vendors. Navigate the slushy and muddy rodes on this four wheeled moster and have the time of your life!
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Meals: Vegetarian-Breakfast, Lunch and Evening Tea (Prior notice required in-case of non-vegetarian meal)
Accommodation Types: Double Occupancy-Tent
Transportation Types: Shared A/C Car
Activities: Trekking, CampingDifficulty Level: Moderate
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If you have ever seen animation movies, you would know that dolphins as sea creatures are very cute, exuberant and fun! Never mind the films, but even in reality, these finned creatures are friendly and playful. You can go on a cruise to spot these magical creatures on a cruise few minutes into the beautiful sea. The dolphin rides is one of the most interesting things to do in Goa.
The cruise will usually start from Fort Aguada, Sinquerim or Panaji Jetty. The boat will stop at a specific distance away from the shore and your guide will point out the antics of these amazing creatures to you. As they frolic in the water below and around you. If permitted, you can also take a dip in the water, but make sure you have adequate safety equipment.
The sea and water escapes of Goa present a perfect opportunity to indulge in backwater kayaking across the various waterways of the state. The Zuari River, The Mandovi River, The Sal Backwaters and Nerul River are especially ideal for indulging in this sport. This activity can be availed at any time during the year including monsoons. However, if it is the season of rains, make sure you carry and wear appropriate water repellent clothing to avoid any slippage or loss of grip on the oars of the kayak.
A kayaking tour will bring you to up, close and personal with the vegetation and flora and fauna of the state. You can spot rare river birds, both local and migratory and witness the fine balance of ecology and flora and fauna. The mangroves and varied flora is surely a sight to study and behold. These Kayaking tours can be availed on a single day or as a longer activity of about 5-6 days
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A rustic sport, crab catching is not a sport that can be enjoyed by those who mind getting their hands dirty in the muddy waters of Goa! The activity takes place on the side of the sea of the backwaters with the help of handmade traps. The trap is called 'Kobblem' in the local language and is a fairly indigenous apparatus, which consists of a metallic ring and another rod running across the diameter. The net is further strengthened with the help of a loosely hanging net, which is used to trap the crabs
A fairly laidback activity, Crab trapping is an activity that requires some amount of skill and grit for killing the crabs that are caught in the trap. The apparatus is usually set at high tide, which increases the likelihood of catching crabs. However, in rare occasions, traps can also be set up at low tide if the water is deep enough in order to catch a healthy number of crabs. Till the traps take effect and manage to capture the crabs, you can sit back and relax with a can of beer!
Yoga has become quite popular with people today as it is an important and effective tool in fighting stress. If you are planning a trip to Goa to beat stress, a visit to the Oceanic Yoga School in Anjuna is definitely a thing to do in Goa.
It is one of the most reputed and popular Yoga schools in Goa. Here you can learn several yoga poses and techniques that will help you fight stress and relax your mind and body. Set on the beautiful Anjuna Beach, the Oceanic Yoga School is surrounded by lush greenery and natural beauty which enhances the joy of meditating.
The school is registered with the Yoga Alliance International and has programs for yoga teachers as well as students. The instructors here either have national or international accreditation. You can opt for a short term or long term program at this institution.
It has all facilities around it such as shops, restaurants and accommodation options. The daily classes include sessions of meditation, Yoga and Reiki. The school, however, takes in only a limited number of students at a time for yoga classes. Only 20 students are admitted into the basic session at a time and only 15 students are admitted into the advanced course at a time. This is done to ensure that each participant gets individual attention and learns the most.
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Commence on an exciting culinary journey of Goan cuisine with a cookery classes and culinary tour with accomplished chef Rita Shinde! Nestled on teh shores of India, Goa's cuisine is as delicate and eclectic as its people. With this delightful experience, you can not only learn to cook scrumptious recipes that area mix of Indian, Portuguese and Coastal traditions. Explore and discover the true nature of spices and traditions and inclinations on local market tour with the chef herself. You can sample the fresh seafood catches as well the heritage spices. In the cooking class, you can follow the recipes as you will be given step by step directions to follow. The classes will be held in a garden gazebo amidst colourful trees, spice plants, pottery work and beautiful ornamental trees.
The class has been extensively covered in international as well as Indian television.
Activities: Cooking classes, market tour and spice plantation visit.
Meal Types: Vegetarian and Non-Vegetarian-Breakfast and Lunch
Duration: 3 days
Timings: 10:00 AM to 03:00 PM
Goa is the perfect retreat for the adventurous as well as the leisurely traveller looking for a soothing experience. One of the top picks for the leisure traveller in Goa is a massage and wellness experience. Ranging from massages right on the beach in your lounge chair, to a full-fledged Thai and Swedish Massage in a spa or a luxury spa hotel; the massage experience is perfect for those muscles tired after a week of work and travel.
You can take your pick from the beach masseurs who can calm your muscles using simple coconut oil or without it as well as the spa resorts which offer full body massage sessions in heritage styled rooms. Let your body take in the beauties of Goa and soothe itself with an intense massage experience.
Set sail on the wondrous beaches of Goa as the sunlight sparkles over them to engage in the spot fishing in the sea. The seas and water escapes of Goa are filled with some fantastic fishing spots. Among them is Terekhol which lies on the northern tip of the state, on the stones underneath the Fort. The stones close Fort Aguada are also well known spot for fishing as are the Mandovi and Zuari Rivers or the wharf underneath the Zuari bridge, which is fabulous for Thread-Fin Salmons.
Cabo da Rama in the south is likewise well known. All stream mouths are viewed as great spots to fish, and the best time, for waterways, is the point at which the tide is coming in, or getting high. Fishing apparatus is easily accessible in Goa, all you need is a couple of bucks. However, now there is a movement in Goa to stop overfishing which may lead to the depletion of natural resources. Hence, may enthusiastic fishermen catch the fish and throw them back into the sea so as to encourage the preservation of natural resources.
Tambdi Waterfalls
The Tambdi Waterfalls is situated at a distance of 2 km from the Tambdi Surla Waterfall. This cascade is as spectacular and majestic as the Dudhsagar Waterfall and is also a major tourist destination in Goa.
However, not too many tourists are able to enjoy the entire beauty of the waterfall as it can only be reached by a highly inaccessible long winding road. A local guide is a must for a hiking trip to this place. Another important tourist destination near the wildlife sanctuary is the Sunset Point which provides a breathtaking view of the national park.
Dudhsagar Waterfalls
The Dudhsagar Falls are located high up on the Mandovi River, about 10 km upstream from Collem village. It is the largest waterfall in Goa and the fifth largest in India. It is a popular hiking and trekking destination, however, entry is restricted during the monsoons.
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Salim Bird Sanctuary
The Bhagawan Mahaveer Wildlife Sanctuary and the Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary are some of the most popular tourist destinations in Goa and attract travellers from all over. If you are a wildlife enthusiast, one of the best things to do in Goa is to visit these sanctuaries where you can enjoy the beauty of the place at its best.
The Bhagawan Mahaveer Wildlife Sanctuary spreads over 240 square kilometres and is located on the beautiful Western Ghats. Situated near Mollem, the sanctuary was initially called the Mollem Game Sanctuary. However, it was declared a protected zone in 1969 and renamed as Mollem National Park in 1978.
The wildlife sanctuary is home to a wide variety of flora and fauna. The forests in the park have been categorised as West Coast Tropical Evergreen Forests, West Coast Semi Evergreen Forests and Moist Deciduous Forests. Furthermore, there are about 722 species of flowering plants in the wild, 128 species of endemic plants and several wild animals and birds.
Bhagwan Mahavir Wildlife Sanctuary
The wild mammals commonly found here include wild dogs, wild boar, spotted deer, sambar, slender loris, porcupine, and pangolins. The commonly spotted bird species include drongo, emerald dove, fairy bluebird, golden oriole, greater Indian hornbill, among others.
The Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary is a paradise for bird watchers and birding enthusiasts. It is situated on the tip of the Chorao Island in the Mandovi River. This sanctuary is named after the renowned ornithologist Salim Ali. It spreads over 178 hectares and a thick layer of mangrove occupies most parts of it. Apart from innumerable bird species, the preserve is home to species such as mudskippers and the black drongo.
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Among the popular beaches, Anjuna is where many tourists head to. One of the enjoyable things to do in Goa is visit the Anjuna flea market. From colourful junk jewellery to electronic appliances, anything under the sun can be found here. This fair is held every Wednesday on the entire stretch of the Anjuna beach.
It is one of the most popular places to visit in Goa and draws visitors from all over the country and the world. The place is best known for its cheap and attractive items and trance parties which are held during the tourist season.
Anjuna is a beautiful little village in Goa and is best known for its scenic beauty and splendid churches. The village is one of the twelve Brahmin Comunidades of Bardez.
The most important tourist attraction here is the St Michael's Church which was founded in 1595, and is dedicated to St Miguel. Other than this, there are three other chapels in the parish. Anjuna was under the control of the Portuguese and had a population of 5688 in 1950.
The flea market at this seashore originated when hippies in the earlier days used it as a market to trade second hand things for money. The market offers a wide range of items such as jewellery, clothes, second hand bikes, cell phones, cameras, and other knick-knacks. You can also enjoy delicious Goan dishes at this place or get a tattoo of your choice in one of the tattoo parlours on the beach.
The flea market is the perfect place for shopaholics. There are several other flea markets too in Goa such as the Mackies Saturday Night Bazaar and the Ingo's Saturday Night Bazaar.
Visiting the Butterfly Conservatory in Ponda is one of the most enjoyable things to do in Goa. This sanctuary is in stark contrast to the usual perception about Goa.
Apart from beautiful beaches and fun filled parties, the land is also home to the Butterfly Conservatory in Ponda which showcases the best of the state's natural beauty. The conservatory was first started by a couple who were worried about the future of the butterfly population of Goa.
With more and more commercial development taking place here, the beautiful creatures were facing a setback in terms of habitat. The couple started this conservatory to preserve the endemic species of butterflies in the region.
Initially only 25 species of butterflies were present in the conservatory. However, at present the number has risen to 133. Optimum soil and air temperatures have been provided in order to promote breeding and growth in population. Initially named the Mystic Meadows Conservatory, it is one of the most beautiful places in Goa.
The ambience is refreshing and you will feel closer to nature. Beautiful butterflies in a myriad shades can be seen fluttering about adding to its beauty and serenity. The place has been designed in the form of a park where you can walk around and observe the different wonders of nature. If you are someone who prefers a quiet holiday in oneness with nature, do visit this amazing Butterfly Conservatory in Ponda.
Roomy and wonderfully created houseboats pace by luxuriously and languidly along the backwaters of Goa and offer a breathtaking experience of Goan evenings. The houseboats have vast open rooms, gorgeous sit outs and experienced culinary specialists on board who hand out some phenomenal specialities. Other than the rich environment and the amazingly scrumptious food, the houseboats offer some lovely sights of dusk and elegant skies in the night and the sunrise amidst the journey.
You can witness the fishermen spreading their nets, birds twittering which declares the break of dawn and, if sufficiently fortunate, a crocodile, lazing on the banks in the wonderful mornings amid a voyage on a houseboat in the backwaters of Goa.
The excursion gets better as the houseboat chugs further into the backwaters. Nearby artisans can be seen removing sand from the waterway bed or neighborhood fisher folk can be seen jumping into the water for clams and shellfish. The night times are about great wine, encompassing music and phenomenal nourishment. With an a lot of indoor amusements on the deck, guests can unwind with their most loved refreshments close by and nibble on some lip-smacking Goan dishes.
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Enjoy the true vibe of Goan heritage and stunning sights of the sunset over the lilting waters as you embark on the Mandovi River Sunset Cruise. The river cruises are operated by the Goa tourism development authorities themselves and are a delight to explore! These hour long cruises depart from the Santa Monica Pier which is right next to the Mandovi River. The cruises are carried out on two ships, namely the Santa Monica and the Shantadurga.
The experiences are marked by amazing live entertainment throughout the duration of cruise. It is here that you can see traditional Goan and Portuguese entertainment being brought to life by amazing local artists. There is a live band, which also plays at the venue of the cruise. While your ears and eyes fill up with the Goan chram, a gorgeous sun sets right behind you throwing open a huge medley of colours and hues!
Set the mood of the holiday with your loved ones as you whisk them off their feet for a candle light dinner cruise in Goa. Heighten your experience as you go along the waters in a beautiful yacht that is an epitome of luxury and opulence! Let all your worries wash away as you cruise across the waters and rekindle your lost romance. The cruise will start from Panjim at the backwaters and will consist of a truly opulent experience in the arms of waves, gentle lolls of serene waters and the splash and whoosh of the wind around you.
Relish the company of your partner, on the sea as you are lulled into a lush sense of warmth and comfort. Soak in the romance and beauty of this amazing experience with a drink and gorgeous gourmet fare under the starry sky by the cheery glow of a candle.
The legacy of the Portuguese Rulers, Goa Carnaval is the biggest draw that gets tourists to Goa year after year. A riot of colours, gusto and merry making, the Carnaval marks the reign of King Momo over the state for three consecutive days! It is during this period that his entourage behind him dresses up in merry colours and fleet of floats decorated with embellishments passes by in a single file.
The Goa Carnaval follows one theme each year and designs its spectacles around it. The stunning parade goes through the towns of Margao, Vasco, Mapusa and Ponda. The Goa Carnaval is the perfect time to witness the glory of Goa in all its finery.
As if the party life and upbeat vibe of Goa was not enough, you can rent out a luxury yacht in Goa, which will set sail from Aguada Bay. While the awesomeness of the charming Goan shorelines add more fun and joy to any occasion, this experience will take you far away from the mainland and help you witness the charming excellence of the Arabian Sea as it caresses the banks of Goa!
On this visit, you will get a chance to cruise around the Aguada Bay to encounter the openness of the Arabian Sea. Rent a luxury yacht in Goa to have a jaw dropping awesome visit where you can also experience the enticing city of Panjim, try your luck at a few gambling clubs and antique lighthouses.
Goa is one of the few states in the country where gambling is legal. The innumerable casinos in here are perfect for those who would like to have some fun with good music and wine during their vacation here.
If you are a fun lover, a visit to a casino is a sure shot thing to do in Goa. From five star hotels to the Mandovi River, casinos are spread across the length and breadth of this state. The most popular casinos are the floating casinos which are docked on the Mandovi River and attract tourists from all over with their live table action.
The Casino Royale is Goa's most popular casino. Spread over an area of 12,000 square feet, it is situated on a huge boat anchored on the Mandovi River. There are three gaming floors and in here are as many as 50 gaming tables, 30 slot machines and top level tournaments every week. The casino also has a special kid's zone with computer games. So you can happily let your children play and enjoy yourselves.
It is open 24 hours a day and seven days a week. The entertainment begins around 8 in the evening. It is the classiest recreation centre you will find in Goa. The dress code is smart casuals. The other popular casinos in Goa include the Casino Carnival, Chances Casino and Resort, and Dunes, among others. The Casino Carnival has two centres – one of them is inside the Goa Marriott and the other is aboard a boat on the Mandovi River.
This gaming house has the largest selection of slot machines in Goa and hence is a very popular place. The types of games available at this casino include Roulette, Black Jack, Baccarat, Casino War, and more.
Picture this, a beach full of people and you can hear no music, but everybody is still dancing their heart out! The only answer; it is a deadbeat headphone party on the beaches of Goa. In a beach town where party is the first name and living it up is a habit, headphone parties are a novel concept to have hit the scene.
The party involves pumping music being played by the DJ, but no sound as all the invitees are listening to the music on their own earphones! The venue of the port is decided on the spot by the organisers and they choose the people who they want to invite.
This silent party is a novel escape and innovation in terms of the party culture as it creates very less disturbance and maximizes on the fun quotient.
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Singapore housing prices continue to fall, amidst weak economic growth. The private residential property index fell by 3.37% during the year to Q1 2015, its ninth consecutive quarter of y-o-y price falls, based on figures from the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA). When adjusted for inflation, house prices fell by 2.35% during this period.
During the latest quarter (i.e. q-o-q in Q1 2016), residential prices fell by 0.71% (-0.43%% inflation-adjusted).
All regions also saw falling house prices:
Prices of high-end, non-landed homes fell slightly by 0.2% q-o-q in Q1 2016, to an average of SGD2,239 (US$1,652) per square metre (sq. m.), according to Savills.
The continued decline in house prices is the result of deliberate government policy. Before and after the global economic crisis, Singapores property market surged, and Singapore experienced an amazingly overheated market. The residential property price index rose 38.2% during the space of only one year to Q2 2010 (34% inflation-adjusted).
The Singapore government sensibly began to take steps, and when these turned out to be not enough, took further measures.
In October 2012 it limited the mortgage term to 35 years, and lowered loan-to-value (LTV) ratios to 60% for loans longer than 30 years (or loans stretching beyond age 65). This was only the first of 10 rounds of property-market cooling measures.
Sellers stamp duty (SSD) was then introduced on owner-occupied housing sold within a year of purchase. A little later, the stamp duty was revised upwards, with sakes of owner-occupied houses taxed sold within a year of acquisition taxed at 16% of sale price. Then the holding period was increased from one year to four years. In subsequent rounds, LTV ratios were lowered and minimum cash down payment increased.
Despite these measures, property prices kept surging. In the sixth round, new residential loans were capped at 35 years, with existing loans over 35 years facing tighter LTV ratios. In the seventh round the government revised the additional buyers stamp duty (ABSD), increasing rates from 5% to 7% for Permanent Residents (PRs) first residential property purchase, and Singaporeans second residential purchase.
This resulted in a 23.5% decline in sales transactions within a year, but prices continued to surge till the end of 2013.
Eighth, ninth and tenth rounds of market-cooling measures followed.
These market-cooling measures have been effective, as evidenced by the 9% decline in property prices since the peak in Q3 2013.
Responding to calls to lift the cooling measures, the government reiterated that while these policies have been effective in stabilizing the previously overheating property market, relaxing them may risk a premature market rebound, according to Minister for National Development Lawrence Wong.
The government might be persuaded to relax some measures if home price decline picks up pace such that annual declines threaten to enter into double digit territory amid slow sales activity and economy, said Tay Huey Ying of JLL Singapore.
Singapores housing market is expected to remain depressed in the coming months, amidst weak economic growth and restrictive government policies, according to some local property experts.
Singapore´s economy expanded by 1.8% y-o-y in Q1 2016, at par with the previous two quarters, according to the Monetary Authority of Singapore. GDP growth is expected between 1% and 3% this year, from 2% in 2015, 3.3% in 2014, 4.7% in 2013, 3.7% in 2012, and 6.2% in 2011.
Region-wise, property prices vary significantly. In new major residential developments in different regions (based on a Savills report):
Residential property demand in Singapore is now starting to rise, but remains far below peak levels seen in 2007.
Transactions rose by 7.23% y-o-y in Q1 2016, to 2,847 units, according to the URA:
Demand varies per region:
Singapores mortgage market is one of the most developed in Asia. It expanded sharply during the past two decades, rising from approximately 14% of GDP in 1995, to 29.2% of GDP in 2005, and to 45.9% of GDP in 2015. Outstanding housing loans were up 3.6% during the year to April 2016, to SG$185.9 billion (US$137.1 billion), according to the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
Interest rates on housing loans have fallen significantly since the late 90s. From an average of 8.07% in 1998, interest rates on 15-year housing loans dropped to 2.93% in 2014. However, interest rates have been rising slowly in recent months. In April 2016, the average housing loan rate stood at 3.39%, up from 3.1% in the same period last year, according to MAS.
In contrast to falling housing loan interest rates, Singapores prime lending rate has been stable at 5.35% since January 2014, and previously was at 5.38% since January 2008. As a banks best (prime) customers like large corporations are relatively inelastic to interest rate change, tweaking the prime lending rate has miniscule impact on inflation. Hence, banks keep a more or less stable prime lending rate.
On the other hand, housing loan interest rates, though priced in relation to the prime lending rate (PLR), are tweaked more often to rein in inflation, as housing borrowers are more sensitive to interest rate changes, and the change in their demand for funds has a considerable impact. Variable interest rate mortgages dominate Singapore´s market, so that interest rate changes can have a rapid and dramatic effect on households with mortgages.
Tweaking the rate on mortgages, plus government restrictions on land use and ownership, has helped pre-empt a housing boom despite sharply lower interest rates over 8-9 years.
In Singapore, variable interest rate mortgages are pegged to Singapore inter-bank offered rate (SIBOR). A typical SIBOR-pegged adjustable rate mortgage looks like this:
|Interest Rate (p.a.)
|First Year
|0.75% + 1-Month SIBOR
|Second Year
|0.75% + 1-Month SIBOR
|Third Year
|1.00% + 1-Month SIBOR
|Fourth Year Onwards
|1.25% + 1-Month SIBOR
The mortgage interest rate therefore comprises two parts a) spread or margin b) index, typically the Singapore interbank offered rate (SIBOR).
The Singapore government has other weapons in its armoury. It also controls supply and zones land use through Government Land Sales (GLS) tenders. In addition, the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) restricts foreign ownership of landed property.
The weak demand for homes-for-sale has had a spillover effect on the rental market, as unsold housing inventory competes with existing rental stock for a limited pool of existing tenants. On the demand side, expatriate arrivals are down due to tighter immigration policies.
In Q1 2016, the rental index of private all-residential properties fell by 1.3% q-o-q, and by 4.2% from a year earlier, according to the URA. Over the same period, rental index of landed private residential properties fell by 5.5% y-o-y while it dropped by 4% y-o-y for non-landed properties.
Rents in all three regions fell during the year to Q1 2016:
This was supported by figures released by Jones Lang LaSalle, which showed that gross rents in the countrys typical prime market fell by 1.3% q-o-q in Q1 2016 and by 2.7% in the luxury prime segment.
Singapore has a small private rental sector, mostly serving expatriates. In the local sector 81% of all rental units are owned by the HBD. Average rental yields for private condominiums in Singapore are poor, ranging from a minimum of 2.7 % in Core Central Region to a maximum of 3.9% p.a. in Outside Central Region, based on a recent report released by Orange Tee Consultancy.
99-year leasehold properties have the highest rental yields in Singapore because of their lower prices relative to other types of properties.
As tenants are generally not concerned about the tenure of the property, leasehold properties tend to have an advantage as compared to freehold when looking purely at rental yields, said Orange Tee Consultancy.
Developments with the highest rental yields in Q1 2016:
For high-end Singapore Centre condominiums yields remain poor, at around 2.5%, according to a research conducted by Global Property Guide in May 2016. Yields are a little higher on smaller apartments than large ones, as is typical in most property markets. But those yields alone would not be a reason for owning property in the country.
Singapore Centre Condos
|Cost US$ (To Buy)
|Monthly Rent (US$)
|Yield (p.a.)
|120 square metre
|200 square metre
|Holland Road, River Valley Road, Orchard Road, and Tanglin Road
Source: Global Property Guide, May 15, 2016
Accessible and spacious condominiums sprouted in the Outside Central Region since 2014, and according to Joseph Tan, Executive Director of residential, CBRE many expatriates have relocated from Core Central Region to suburban and fringe areas in Outside Central Region.
Nevertheless, there is still this crème de la crème of senior management and business owners who are inelastic to rental increases and where uber high-end, luxury residential remains their only choice of residence. Core Central Region was meant for the deep-pocketed expatriate. For this category of tenants, only a select number of developments in the Draycott, Claymore and Nassim areas would meet their needs and hence rents in these developments are unlikely to budge from their elevated levels, said Savills Research.
In 2015, there were about 7,056 uncompleted private residential units launched, down from 7,693 units in 2014, 15,885 units in 2013, and 21,478 units in 2012, according to URA. The downward trend continued in the first quarter of 2016, with the number of uncompleted private residential units launched falling by almost 20% to just 953 units.
Supply in the pipeline is also falling:
However, the government recently announces that it will be building 18,000 new flats this year.
In Q1 2016, there were a total of 330,303 housing units available in Singapore, up by 6% from the same period last year, according to URA. Of which, 305,384 units are occupied while the remaining 24,919 units are available, making up a 7.5% vacancy rate (up from 7.2% in the previous year).
Singapore now has the sixth-highest percentage of foreigners in the world: about 38% (2 million) of Singapores population are foreigners. Of these 10% (o.54 million) are permanent residents, and the remaining 28% (1.46 million) expats.
Tighter immigration rules are being imposed by the government, due to strong popular disquiet. Beginning 1 September 2015 work pass holders need to meet a minimum fixed monthly salary of SG$5,000 (US$ 3,630) to sponsor the stay of their spouse/ children here (on Dependants Pass) and a minimum fixed monthly salary of SG$10,000 (US$7,260) to sponsor the stay of their parents here (on Long Term Visit Pass).
Residential properties purchased by foreigners rose by 5.4% to 236 units in Q1 2016 from the previous quarter, according to a DTZ report. Likewise, purchases by permanent residents (PRs) also increased by 2.6% q-o-q to 591 units over the same period.
Interestingly, foreigners and PRs continue to demand high-end properties, priced above $1.5 million. PRs purchased 46 homes priced between $2 million and $3 million in Q1 2016, up 24% from the previous quarter. Foreigners purchased 40 homes within the same price range, more than twice the previous quarter.
The Kingsford Hillview Peak, near the Hillview MRT station, and the Cairnhill Nine, located in the Orchard Road district emerged as the two most preferred residential projects among PRs and foreign homebuyers, according to DTZ.
Mainland Chinese buyers and Malaysians make up the largest groups of non-Singaporean homebuyers in the country, at around 42.4% of total foreign purchases in Q1 2016. They are followed by Indonesians and Indians.
Singapore citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents pay lower additional buyers stamp duty on residential property acquisitions than foreigners depending on the number of properties owned. For Singapore citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents the maximum rate of additional buyer seller duty is 10% and for foreigners it is a flat rate of 15%. US citizens are however treated the same as Singapore citizens for additional buyers stamp duty, under the US-Singapore Free Trade Agreement, that is, no additional buyers stamp duty is payable on the first Singapore residential property purchase.
Prices are still at a low point and there are a lot of savvy, rich people on the lookout for good investment opportunities to take a position just before the market turns. This is the correct time for the rich (to enter the market), said Mr. George Tan Senior Director, Savills Residential.
Singapore´s economy expanded by 1.8% y-o-y in Q1 2016, at par with the previous two quarters, according to the Monetary Authority of Singapore. GDP growth is expected between 1% and 3% this year, from 2% in 2015, 3.3% in 2014, 4.7% in 2013, 3.7% in 2012, and 6.2% in 2011.
In the first quarter of 2016, overall unemployment stood at 1.9%, unchanged from the previous quarter but down slightly from an average unemployment rate of 2% in 2010-2014, according to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM). Unemployment among Singaporeans increased from 3% in Q4 2015 to 2.6% in Q1 2016, but dropped among Singapore residents from 2.9% to 2.7%. Long-term unemployment rate rose from 0.5% to 0.7% over the same period.
Inflation was -0.5% in April 2016, from -1% in the previous month. Inflation was -0.5% in 2015, 1% in 2014, 2.4% in 2013, 4.6% in 2012, 5.2% in 2011. It is estimated that inflation will be 0.2% in 2016, according to the IMF.
The countrys central bank, the Monetary Authority of Singapore, has set a tight monetary policy in since April 2010, allowing a modest and gradual appreciation of the Singapore dollar nominal effective exchange rate (S$NEER) policy band. However in April 2016, the central bank decided to abandon the previous policy and set the rate of the Singapore dollar´s appreciation to zero percent, in an effort to buoy economic growth against a dimmer global economic outlook.
This is not a policy to depreciate the domestic currency, and only removes the modest and gradual appreciation path of the S$NEER policy band that was in place, the MAS reports.
The average exchange rate in May 2016 was USD1 = SGD1.3698, slightly down from USD1 = SGD1.3353 in the previous year.
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1) What's your show called, and what's it about?
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