Joanne Poh
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Best travel insurance policies for places prone to natural disasters (2022), Money News
When it comes to natural disasters, Singapore is the seventh least affected country in the world, as reported by Statista in 2022. So on this sheltered island, it can be easy for us to feel detached from earthquakes, tsunamis and cyclones. But it's a different reality for many of our Asian neighbours, such as China, which lies where the Eurasian,... → Read More
Is the DCS Sheng Siong Credit Card really 'all for you'?, Money News
You're probably at Sheng Siong for one reason-cheap groceries. In the spirit of being cheapo, it makes sense to use a credit card that gives you cashback to squeeze even more value out of your grocery money. You might already have heard of the Bank of China Sheng Siong Card, which, while not glamorous, offers up to 6 per cent... → Read More
Hold up, Don Don Donki has its own credit card?, Lifestyle News
Whenever I walk past a Don Don Donki store, no matter how hard I try to resist, I can’t help but enter. There’s something about the chaotic and garish displays of Japanese products that just draws you in like a rubbish heap magnet. Well, everyone’s favourite Japanese megastore just got better with its very own credit card that will let... → Read More
Best Valentine's Day credit card promotions in Singapore (2023), Lifestyle News
So you’ve done your best to plan an affordable date, but your significant other has other plans—it’s a hotel staycation, expensive branded bag, or nothing. You don’t want to break their heart…but you also don’t want to break the bank. What do you do? The next best thing is to purchase whatever you need for Valentine’s Day 2023 in the... → Read More
9 date ideas in Singapore under $90 per couple, Lifestyle News
What makes the world go round – money, or love? On Valentine's Day, these two entities go head to head. Each year, you struggle to show your special someone how much they mean to you without spending a small fortune. But this is 2023. Fancy Valentine's Day set dinners and bouquets of (even more so than usual) overpriced flowers aren't... → Read More
Valentine's Day 2023: 8 affordable staycation hotels from $118, Lifestyle News
Valentine’s day is a controversial topic. Most people fall into one of two camps — those who think it’s a meaningless non-event exploited by businesses to earn money, and those who feel pressured to pull out all the stops and blow their partner’s mind on the of Feb 14. It seems that many people fall into that second group. The... → Read More
5 ways to cut costs during Chinese New Year, Lifestyle News
If you’re one of those people who actually like Chinese New Year (CNY), good for you. But for many others in Singapore, CNY is a tiresome occasion where you are forced to answer nosy aunties’ probing questions into your love life, or a public holiday on which you try desperately to escape Singapore before realising that air tickets are too... → Read More
Stop wasting money on these things before Chinese New Year, Money News
Back when you were young enough to pay 55 cents for bus rides, Chinese New Year (CNY) was like a goldmine. You’d show up at your relatives’ homes with one of those little purses you could sling around your body, inside of which you stashed all your These days, even if you’re a married person who’s forced to dole out... → Read More
Singapore public holidays 2023: How to get 49 days of vacation using 17 days of annual leave, Lifestyle News
No matter what your favourite feng shui master says about 2023, I’m declaring it a pretty damn auspicious year for the simple fact that we’ve got a whopping six long weekends. But short getaways are so pre-pandemic. It’s 2023 and borders are finally open, so it’s time to make up for lost travel time with some proper overseas trips. Based... → Read More
Battle of bak kwa: This Chinese New Year's prices, queues and more, Lifestyle News
The Chinese New Year madness is upon us once again. ‘Tis the time of the year when Singaporeans — aunties and millennials alike — jostle with crowds and queue long hours for “branded” traditional bak kwa from Fragrance, Lim Chee Guan and more. Not forgetting the more peculiar varieties like pineapple bak kwa! Unfortunately, buying bak kwa (barbecued sliced pork)... → Read More
Christmas buffets 2022: Top 10 Singapore hotels to stuff yourself silly, Lifestyle News
So you've wrapped your gifts, embellished the Christmas tree, and admired the Yuletide decorations around the island. Now, what's next? Yep, it's time to put your exercise and diet regimen on hold because the festive feasting is about to begin. Whether you're a charcuterie connoisseur, a roast turkey aficionado, or a fruit cake fan, you're bound to love one (or... → Read More
5 best personal loans in Singapore with lowest interest rates (2022), Money News
If you’re in urgent need of money, but too paiseh to borrow from your family and friends, your best bet is probably a personal loan. Here are the current starting interest rates on offer by the most popular personal loan providers in Singapore. We’ll use the example of a Singapore citizen earning $2,500 a month, who wants to borrow $10,000... → Read More
5 travel tips for solo travellers, Lifestyle News
For some of us, travelling alone is the only way to enjoy some overseas exploration without killing a travel companion out of frustration. For others, it’s a no-choice decision made because nobody else was free. Whatever your reason for hitting the road on your own, there are some undeniable perks to travelling solo. You can go at your own pace,... → Read More
10 best credit cards in Singapore for dining and online food delivery, Lifestyle News
Singapore used to be a foodie’s paradise, but ever since the pandemic hit, eating has become more of an unwelcome necessity, and the reason our roads and pavements are swarming with delivery riders every second of the day. Whether you think of eating as your sole reason to live or just a momentary interruption in the work/Netflix daily grind, you... → Read More
CDC voucher merchant list: Where to use and how to use CDC vouchers?, Lifestyle News
It's CDC vouchers season again! If you've been sharp, you would have noticed that your family would have recently received a letter in the mailbox asking your household to redeem your CDC vouchers online or in person. CDC vouchers first came about in 2020 in a bid to support local and hawker businesses by encouraging households to shop at their... → Read More
Foodpanda, Deliveroo, GrabFood, Oddle Eats: Which is the best food delivery service?, Lifestyle News
If there's something Singaporeans love more than food, it's convenience. since we never have the time to do anything besides fiddle with our smartphones. But for the longest time, food delivery services in Singapore were only limited to fast food. We longed for the convenience of ordering anything we wanted and getting it delivered. That's probably why food delivery services,... → Read More
These are the 5 best credit cards for groceries in NTUC, Sheng Siong, Cold Storage and Giant, Money News
Saving money on groceries conjures up images of aunties aggressively clipping grocery coupons in the newspapers or travelling an extra 7km just to shop at Sheng Siong instead of NTUC FairPrice. In other words, it’s troublesome, unglam and, for most of us, not really worth the effort just to get 5 cents off instant noodles. It’s much easier to just... → Read More
Top 18 yoga studios and prices in Singapore: Yoga Movement, Yoga Inc and Hom Yoga, Lifestyle News
Want to do yoga, but don't know where to start? You're hardly alone. Even though yoga has become very mainstream in Singapore, the sheer amount of options out there makes it as confusing as ever for the uninitiated. So we've simplified things for you by reviewing the prices for the most popular yoga studios, from big chains to cute boutique... → Read More
Where to buy winter clothes: Cold wear, Winter Time, Decathlon and Uniqlo, Lifestyle News
While people in the Northern Hemisphere brace themselves for a miserable winter, Singaporeans are sourcing for where to buy winter wear in Singapore and places to go for a winter holiday. To those who grew up in the tropics, being able to bust out those coats, bomber jackets and scarves is a novelty and a pleasure. Heck, you'll even see... → Read More
Citibank Rewards Card review: Is this the best card for shopaholics?, Money News
The Citibank Rewards Card is one of the more attractive credit cards in Singapore for shopaholics, offering 10x rewards points (or $1 = four miles) when you shop online (excluding travel-related transactions). You can use it for certain offline purchases as well. If you're a serious digital native who regularly takes Grab rides, orders food from online delivery services and... → Read More