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Vivian Chan, Author at TheSmartLocal - Singapore's Leading Travel and Lifestyle Portal

Celebrate Christmas with Carlton Hotel Singapore Christmas parties, dinners, and gift exchanges - they come fast as furious as Jingle Bells starts playing in all your shopping malls, and ...

8 Customisable Gift Ideas From Singapore-Based Instagram Stores For Friends Who Already Have Everything

Personalised gifts from Instagram stores in Singapore It's often challenging to search for the perfect gift for your loved ones - especially for those who seem to own everything under the sun. When all else fails, your best bet is to get them something you know will make them smile - something personalised, with...

 

honestbee's Honestly Shiok! Promotion This October Has Up To 50% Discounts On Chicken Up, Poulet And Miam Miam Dishes

Honestly Shiok food delivery deals Say goodbye to walking under the sweltering SG heat just to dapao your favourite food - now you can have it freshly cooked and dropped off at your doorstep. honestbee entered the food delivery market in July 2017 and is underlining their intent of staying by offering discounts of...

9 Hidden Employee Perks of Working In Singapore's Top Hotels - Free Buffets, Overseas Trips & Gym Access

Hidden hotel employee benefits in Singapore Tourism is booming in Singapore, with the industry contributing to 4% of our GDP. And as yet more wanderlusters flock to our island, it's no wonder the hotel industry here is on the rise too. If you love to meet new people and make others smile, consider snagging a...

 

100 Eateries Across Singapore Are Pitting Against One Another For The SG Food Masters Title

SG Food Masters is back Image adapted from: @youfoundshane, @peipeister I'm no stranger to Eastie friends telling me, a good ol' Westie, that their side of Singapore is better than the rest in all ways - especially the food. But maybe, just maybe, SG Food Masters 2017 is the one thing that'll put this...

 

10 Late-Night Supper Outlets In Clarke Quay With Some Open Till 5AM

Your go-to after-hour spots in Clarke Quay for a good time Mention a night out at Clarke Quay, and the word "curfew" instantly vanishes from anyone's vocabulary. While other food and beverage establishments roll their shutters and call it a day, the party people over in central Singapore are only just warming up.

 

7 Branded Shoe Discounts With Sure-Win Gifts Like Flights And Cash Vouchers For Every Purchase

Branded shoes with Christmas discounts Image credit: American Eagle Outfitters, American Eagle Outfitters Ladies Branded items are often thought of as a luxury, but sometimes, it's worth splurging a little - especially on shoes. Good shoes take you places, so it's important to have a few trusty pairs you can count on for various...

10 Latest Happy Hour Promotions In Singapore That Reward OT Warriors For Staying Late

Late night Happy Hour promotions Late-night drinks are proven to bond people together - but having this much fun just cannot happen if you've to OT last minute, especially when most of the best Happy Hour deals happen earlier in the night. But not to worry workaholics, there's hope yet.

 

10 Boutique Hotels in Penang From $50/Night Perfect For A Weekend Getaway

Cheap boutique hotels in Penang Image credit: inandoutdecor When a long weekend is around the corner, we Singaporeans often flock to nearby JB for a quick shopping trip, or Bintan for a beach getaway. But if you'd like an adventure near home without the usual crowds, Penang is one place you should check out....

 

10 Ways To Future Proof Your Child Aside From Piano And Ballet Lessons

Courses that prepare your child for the future Image credit: The Learning Lab While not all Singaporean mothers are 'Tiger Mums', our 'kiasu'ness transcends generations, and we are still eager as ever to send our kids for all sorts of enrichment and extracurricular activities to keep them ahead of the curve - and the...

 

11 Affordable Cafes In Malacca Just A $30 Bus Ride Away For When You've Already Conquered JB's

Malacca cafe guide Image credits: @oktavialesmana, @jadedsaltine, @yuannyyuan, @halia_inc If you're an avid cafe-hopper who's already chiong-ed through all the cafes in Singapore and our neighbour JB, perhaps it's time you took your food-ventures a little further by hopping onto a $30 bus ride to Malacca. This town might be known for its Peranakan...

 

8 Christmas Gift Ideas For Your Singaporean Boyfriend To Subtly Hint A Change Of Wardrobe

Capitol Piazza Christmas gift guide We've still got a good month until Yuletide season, but it's never too early to start scouring the stores in search the perfect Xmas gift for our loved ones. As for myself, finding presents for my boyfriend is usually the toughest - it takes time, effort, and lots of...

 

Carlton Hotel's Christmas Promos Include Discounted Logcakes & 20% Off Buffets On Christmas & NYE

Celebrate Christmas with Carlton Hotel Singapore Christmas parties, dinners, and gift exchanges - they come fast as furious as Jingle Bells starts playing in all your shopping malls, and reds and greens start to deck the hallways. With Christmas less than a month away, you'll soon find yourself getting busy with preparing for the...

9 Cheap Steamboats At Hawker Centres From $5.90 For Your Big Squad Dinners

Cheap steamboat stalls in Singapore's hawker centres While most people believe high-quality meals and restaurants go hand in hand, a solid steamboat meal doesn't always have to set you back >$40 per person. We've compiled a list of super affordable hawker-centre steamboats with food so good, it'll put some of your usual atas steamboat...

 

Stärker Music Carnival 2017 - 2-in-1 Music & Food Festival With Games And Beer From $25/Pax

Music carnival in town A music fest is always a good time guaranteed, but sometimes attending large-scale festivals might not be the most wallet-friendly option. Luckily for us, Stärker Music Carnival 2017 is right around the corner and promises us a stellar line-up of musicians and mouth-watering grub.

 

9 Limited Edition Tea-Infused Cakes From Popular Bakeries You Never Knew Were Singaporean Brands

Tea-Infused cakes made by Singaporean bakeries If you've ever faced the problem of buying a non-boring birthday cake for your friends or family - aka not another chocolate cake - it's time for you to rejoice. As part of It's Cake Time: Brew & Bake, you can look forward to 9 limited edition tea-infused...

 

Faber Peak Is The Hilltop Wedding Venue For Those Who Prefer Intimate Occasions

Weddings at Faber Peak Couples who want to get hitched in Singapore have a significant financial cost to bear - from choosing a home and "fighting" for a BTO, to paying for an Insta-Worthy honeymoon... Then there's the wedding - the highlight a bride has been dreaming of since forever.

 

New and Fun Things To Do In December 2017: Christmas Wonderland At GBTB, $5 Pub Crawl, And Zoukout

Fun and festive activities this December holiday Image adapted from: Yoga and Movie Under the Stars Although the year is coming to a close, there surely isn't an end to the number of exciting activities lined up for the holiday season. With school holidays or annual leave to clear, there's all the more...