Remember how we were speculating last November that Apple Pay was coming to Singapore? Well, it's finally here and you can activate it as we speak. At the moment, Apple Pay is only available for American Express cardholders in Singapore but other credit and debit cards (Visa and MasterCard) from Singapore's most popular banks like UOB, DBS and Standard Chartered will work with Apple Pay in the coming months.
Read MoreThe Administrative Professionals Week (APW) will happen fom 24-30 April 2016 this year and if you are thinking about showing your appreciation to your administrative professional’s contributions during the year, check out the lunch special at Escape Restaurant (located within the One Farrer Hotel & Spa).
Read MoreThe Pan Pacific Singapore leads the Dragon Boat “Duan Wu” Festival (2016) this year with the re-introduction of classic favourites. Executive Chef Lai Tong Ping at Hai Tien Lo (Pan Pacific Singapore) will prepare the classics and the favourites from 09 May 2016 to 09 June 2016 (pre-orders start from 02 May 2016). Guests may enjoy these rice dumpling either while dining at the restaurant or purchase them as takeaways from the restaurant.
Read MoreOne of the most highly-anticipated properties in Malaysia, The St. Regis Langkawi, has officially opened in UNESCO's First World Geopark. This ultra-luxurious property is a joint venture between the Rajawali Group as well as the Government of Malaysia’s Ministry of Finance. The St. Regis Langkawi is the first ever St. Regis in Malaysia (even though The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur is slated to open this year too) and it is expected to bring a whole new level of luxury standards to the country.
Read MoreWith 70% of Singaporeans being vacation-deprived (as shown in Expedia's latest Vacation Deprivation survey), IHG has identified three weekend getaways that will not break your bank account. With 6 long weekends in 2016, you will be able to take full advantage of these to save your annual leaves for longer trips instead. Here are three weekend getaways that you can take for under S$500 (inclusive of flight and accommodation):
Read MoreIn celebration of its 3rd anniversary, HotelQuickly has completed a complete overhaul of its app which now reflects the official rebrand and relaunch of the HotelQuickly website. The brand new application (which you can now download on the App Store or equivalent) features a much brighter and contemporary design which aids in the search for your next last-minute vacation. Over the last year or so, I have utilised HotelQuickly on multiple occasions to go on more vacations and staycations. In fact, I have used it so many times last year that I am currently a Platinum Member who gets 8% discount on top of heavily-discounted room rates - there are usually also promotions that you can take advantage of to get even great discounts!
Read MoreThe opening of the Veranda Resort Pattaya, MGallery by Sofitel has just been announced by AccorHotels. The property fronts the famous Na Jomtien Beach which is known for its natural beauty and fishing heritage. The Veranda Resort Pattaya, MGallery by Sofitel combines a stylish modern design with a sense of seafaring life.
Read MoreFor the fourth year in a row, Singapore Changi Airport has been voted as the World's Best Airport by air travellers at the 2016 World Airport Awards that was held at Passenger Terminal EXPO in Cologne, Germany. This is also Singapore Changi Airport's 7th time clinching the top title at the World Airport Awards.
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