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Sentosa’s remaking plans took a
step forward as it reached an agreement with Sentosa Luge Company Pte Ltd, a
wholly-owned subsidiary of New Zealand company Skyline Enterprises Limited, to
develop a luge attraction on the resort island.
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It will be the first attraction of
its kind in Asia outside Japan.
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Plans are being finalised to build
a 650-metre, $5.5-million luge track with an aerial chair lift cableway that
will link the cluster of attractions at the hilltop near the Carlsberg Sky
Tower to Siloso Beach’s entertainment hub.
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“Bringing the luge to Sentosa
fits our ongoing efforts to rejuvenate the island with a host of entertaining
and fun facilities for our guests. A safe and year-round activity for the
whole family, it offers an enjoyable ride for the young and old alike. “
said Darrell Metzger, Chief Executive Officer of Sentosa. “The gentle
terrains coupled with the ambient lush surroundings make Sentosa a choice site
for an activity like this.”
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Using the principles of gravity,
riders can either race down or leisurely cruise along a specially-designed
paved trail. The luge cart combines a unique steering and braking system that
provides the rider with total control.
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A two-way chair lift, similar to a
ski lift, transports riders through a scenic 320-metre long tree-top ride back
to the starting point where they can do it all over again.
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The luge on Sentosa is expected to
be completed by mid-2005.
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There are currently 11 luge sites
around the globe, including five operated by Skyline Enterprises Limited in
Rotorua and Queenstown (New Zealand), and its latest in Quebec (Canada).
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For more information on the luge,
please visit www.northskyluge.com.
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Source: Sentosa
Media Release 5 Aug 2004
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Sentosa
Luge opens |
Sentosa to get Asia's first luge attraction
