Effective 1 December 2025, UOB will lower the interest rates on the UOB One Account for the third time this year. The maximum Effective Interest Rate (EIR) will drop from 2.50% p.a. to 1.90% p.a. for account holders with a balance of S$150,000 who credit their salary and meet the minimum card spend. This revision represents a reduction of S$900 in annual interest for those maximising the account.

American Airlines has launched a massive Black Friday promotion, allowing AAdvantage members to purchase miles with a 50% discount. For a limited time, the annual purchase cap has been raised to 500,000 miles. While Singapore-based travellers do not fly American Airlines frequently, the programme offers incredible value for redemptions on Oneworld partners like Japan Airlines, Qatar Airways and Finnair.

From 01 December 2025, GHA DISCOVERY members can earn up to D$825 in bonus DISCOVERY Dollars (D$) by staying at different brands within the Global Hotel Alliance portfolio. Register by 28 February 2026 and complete your eligible two-night stays by 31 May 2026 to unlock these rewards.

The new ALL Accor+ Explorer membership is offering a limited-time bonus of 2,000 Reward points (worth €40) for sign-ups completed by 30 November 2025. Despite my initial reservations about the programme's changes, this offer -coupled with the ability to offset the annual fee using points -has convinced me to renew.

Save 30% on Fairmont Hotels & Resorts worldwide with the latest Black Friday sale! Book by 1 December 2025 to enjoy discounted luxury stays through May 2026. Plus, find out how to stack this offer with your ALL Accor+ Explorer Stay Plus benefit for incredible value at properties like the Fairmont Tokyo.

Staycations along Orchard Road rarely feel this rewarding, but Pullman Singapore Orchard delivers a well-balanced mix of comfort, smart design and genuinely thoughtful service. With ALL Diamond or Platinum benefits granting access to the excellent Archive Club, plus a surprisingly affordable Red Hot Rooms rate, this stay turned out to be one of the best-value weekend escapes I’ve had in a while.

Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong delivers impressive harbour views, modern rooms and strong Globalist recognition at one of the most accessible price points on Hong Kong Island. With a solid lounge experience, a lively breakfast at Farmhouse and a location that balances convenience with a calmer neighbourhood vibe, it is an excellent value choice for travellers who want a polished stay without the premium price tag.

Hilton Saigon is one of Ho Chi Minh City’s newest high-end hotels and my stay as a Hilton Honors Gold member came with an unexpected upgrade to an Executive Room. With polished interiors, excellent soundproofing, and an impressive Executive Lounge featuring nightly fresh prawns and sparkling wine, this property delivers strong value in District 1.