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Everything You Need to Know about the Cessation of the Imagine Card

Like all good things, the sale of the ever-popular EZ-Link Imagine American Express® Prepaid Card has been discontinued since 24 March 2016. The acceptance of this card will also cease from 01 September 2016. This is bad news for everyone who has been using this card as a proxy for the DBS Woman's World MasterCard to earn 4 miles per S$1. Here is a few quick summary of the current and future situation this card.

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Analysing the OCBC 360 and the UOB One Account - Which One for You?

There are many differences between the OCBC 360 and UOB One Account but one thing they have is common is apparent - (much) higher interest rates on your savings. Personally, I use the OCBC 360 account but this does not mean it is better. It is simply more suitable for me based on my spending habits. The first question though, is why bother with one of these accounts? Why not just put your money into a regular savings account? The answer is simple - you earn at least 65X more interest (calculated using OCBC 360 account). To put that in numbers, you earn S$1,950 instead of S$30 interest each year!

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Hotels for 2016 Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix - Where to Stay?

If you are already thinking about getting tickets for the upcoming 2016 Formula 1 Singapore Airlines Singapore Grand Prix which will run from 16 to 18 September 2016 this year, good on you! It is always a good idea to make travel plans early (especially in events like these) in order to take full advantage of "Early Bird" discounts. Here are some track-side hotels for the 2016 F1 Singapore Grand Prix this year!

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Handy Reference to American Express Chillax Partners (Free Cocktails!)

I'm always searching for the closest American Express Chillax Partner near me for a free cocktail - in case you do not already know, find out how you can get free drinks with an American Express Platinum Credit Card in Singapore! With more than ten handpicked bars around Singapore, you can enjoy either a complimentary beverage or enjoy a 1-for-1 deal on your first beverage by simply presenting your American Express Platinum Credit Card. Check out the full list of merchants now! 

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Revamped Loyalty Program from Millennium Hotels and Resorts

While browsing the internet this morning, I realised that the loyalty program from Millennium Hotels and Resorts have been revamped - I'm not too sure whether this is a recent change or not since I do not generally stay with the chain, but it is really looking a whole lot better now! For starters, the previous M&C Loyalty Club is now known as My Millennium Club - finally, a better name! The usual Gold and Diamond has also been renamed as Premium and Elite respectively - see table below for a quick summary of name changes. 

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IHG Friends and Family Rate - How much Discount in Singapore?

If you have not heard about the IHG Friends and Family Rate, you should definitely check it out (especially if you are not big on points and statuses). It basically gives you a (sometimes) hefty discount on IHG properties worldwide so long you know someone from the inside - the only proof you need is a voucher that you can download HERE and the employee's name. To get an example of how the rates will look like, check out Paul Gibbs's link HERE! 

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Complete List of New Hotel Openings in Singapore (2016)

There are no lack of hotels in Singapore that will cater to different groups of travellers with a contrasting budget. That being said, new hotels are still opening up all across the Lion City. With some curiosity and a little sleep sacrifice, I have put together a list of 11 (and growing, hopefully!) hotels that will be opening in Singapore this year (2016)! 

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A Quick Guide to Obtaining Elite Status on KrisFlyer/PPS Club (Singapore Airlines)

Singapore Airlines is one of the nation's pride and joy. Known for her superior service standards and impeccable in-flight experience, Singapore Airlines is also home to one of the most rewarding airline loyalty programs, KrisFlyer and PPS Club. Before we go any further, it is important to take note that Singapore Airlines run these two programs concurrently and separately - KrisFlyer and PPS are different programs and therefore, have different qualifying requirements.

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