By now, every mother son in Singapore should know that the first day of every July is SAF Day. And we probably need no reminding that the day also comes with discounts galore for anyone with an 11B.

Think of this as the yearly show of appreciation to our servicemen and women by retailers and food outlets.

Here are some of the best deals, categorised into the different types of NS men.

For the NS man who misses his BMT buddy

Cannot seem to forget the trench-digging, you-do-pull-ups-I-push-your-butt days with your zero fighter buddy? Good news, reminisce the BMT days with these one-for-one deals:

1. 1-for-1 One-Day Adult Pass to Universal Studios Singapore

2. 1-for-1 One-Day Adult Pass to Adventure Cove Waterpark

3. 1-for-1 One-Day Adult Pass to SEA Aquarium

Valid for onsite purchase* of up to 6 tickets per transaction and for park visit from June 26 to July 1, 2016. (* dated One-Day Adult Pass only.)

Valid for all servicemen from the SAF, SCDF and SPF, and the 11B identification card must be presented onsite prior to the purchase at any of the Universal Studios Singapore, S.E.A. Aquarium or Adventure Cove Waterpark ticket booth as well as upon entry to the park for verification purposes.

The promotion is not valid in conjunction with other promotions/discounts.

4. 1-for-1 Donburi at Sakae Sushi

Valid for dine-in at all Sakae Sushi outlets except kiosks in Singapore only.

This promotion is not valid with any other card rebates, discounts or promotions unless otherwise stated.

Limited to 1 redemption per transaction while stocks last.

5. 1-for-1 Chicken Katsu Curry Ramen at Hei Sushi

Valid for dine-in at all Hei Sushi outlets except kiosks in Singapore only.

This promotion is not valid with any other card rebates, discounts or promotions unless otherwise stated.

Limited to 1 redemption per transaction while stocks last.

6. 1-for-1 Flowrider at Wave House Sentosa

From July 1 to Aug 9, 2016 (worth $40)

For the soldier who likes to share everything. Including running shoes and towels

7. 50% off Fujifilm XQ1 (Usual price: $599; comes with free 8GB SD Card + Case)

Valid from 1 Jul to 9 Aug 16.

Free gifts are only valid for purchases made from 1 Jul to 9 Aug from SLR Revolution (11am-8pm, 5 Coleman Street, Excelsior Shopping Centre, #01-03 Singapore 179805)

8. 50% off second main course at Spruce @ Fire Station

9. 50% off second main course at Spruce Ristorante @ Phoenix Park

Valid from 1 Jul - 9 Aug 2016, and please present 11B card upon ordering.

10. 50% off wine of the month at Vineyard

Located at 33 Hyderabad Road #02-02 Hort Park Singapore 119578. Phone: 64797977

For the champion NS man who drinks like a fish. And also the biggest fan of Spec Mess-priced beer

11. $5 beer all day at Nouvelle Fusion Kitchen and Bar

Valid for dine-in at Nouvelle Fusion Kitchen & Bar outlet in Singapore only, and limited to 1 beer per 11B holder. While stocks last.

This promotion is not valid with any other card rebates, discounts or promotions unless otherwise stated.

For the NS man who enjoys discounted eMart shopping

12. 25% off OAKLEY Standard Issue Eyewear at Black Tactical

Except for M Frames. Limited to 1 purchase per SAF11B per WY.

Located at The Adelphi, 1 Coleman Street #04-36, Singapore 179803. Operating hrs: Mon-Sat, 12nn-8pm. Closed on Sundays.

13. 20% off First Timer Challenge package at iFly Singapore

Consists of two skydives.

For the NS man who misses free cookhouse food

14. Free Whopper burger at Burger King on July 1 2016

Burger King is giving away 51 free WHOPPER burgers on July 1, 2016 at all participating stores.

15. Free ice cream topping at KOI

Free ice cream topping on July 1, 2016 for the whole day.

For the NS man... who just wants to top up his fuel tank

16. 20% off fuel at Singapore Petroleum Company (SPC)

Valid from June 30 to July 4.

For the full list of discounts, please visit http://mindef.sg/supportNS16. 

Please check with the respective retailers and outlets for any latest updates or changes to the promotions. Participating retailers and outlets reserve the right to amend the terms and conditions without prior notice.

Top photo from MINDEF. Other photos from BMTC Facebook page

This post is brought to you in conjunction with MINDEF.