Singapore sets aside close to S$500mil to kick-start tourism recovery from Covid-19

An action sports facility in Orchard Road where visitors can skate, surf, ski and snowboard are among the new initiatives. - THE RIDE SIDE X STUDIO SHAN

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): Close to half a billion dollars has been set aside to kick-start Singapore's tourism sector and bring travellers back as the Covid-19 pandemic comes under control and borders reopen.

A wellness festival and an action sports facility in Orchard Road where visitors can skate, surf, ski and snowboard are among new initiatives that will be launched, for a start.