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Testing Sony’s latest in-ear headphones… here’s what I honestly thought about it. As a traveller and digital creator who’s always on the move, a good pair of headphones is on my list of daily essentials. My headphones get a lot of use — when I’m exercising, commuting, working.. I actually made it to Spotify’s Top […]

Seeking the Best Wireless In-Ear Headphones for Frequent Travellers — Sony WF-1000XM5 Review

By far the most difficult decision you’ll make for your Japan trip. Deciding which major theme park in Japan to visit? Take this short 1-minute quiz to help you out: Click here if the quiz widget above isn’t loading. Resources for USJ and Tokyo Disneyland/Disneysea If you’re still unsure after taking the quiz, read our […]

QUIZ: USJ vs. Tokyo Disney Parks — Answer 10 Questions and We’ll Tell You Which One to Visit

Skip the airport tour and recommend these activities in Singapore to your overseas friends instead! Usually when my friends from overseas transit through Singapore, my first thought would be to meet them at Jewel Changi Airport for a quick tour and meal. But after visiting the same places a few times, they pretty much get […]

7 Actually Interesting Things to Do in Singapore for Overseas Friends on a Layover Flight

A short getaway from Singapore that isn’t Batam, Bali or Malaysia? — yes. Just a 3.5-hour direct flight from Singapore lies Hainan Island. Fun fact: It’s the only destination in China that allows up to 30 days of visa-free entry instead of 15 days. Dubbed the “Hawaii of China”, Hainan is famed for its tropical […]

4-Day Hainan Itinerary Under S$650 — A Short Island Getaway to the Hawaii of China

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ShopBack’s First-Ever Travel Pop-up at VivoCity — Exclusive Travel Deals and Up to S$80,000 Worth of Prizes Given Daily

Speed, coverage, value — here’s the eSIM/SIM we’d recommend to friends visiting Singapore. Singapore might be small, but I’ve to say we’ve got a lot to offer for our (comparatively) small square footage. I mean, aside from futuristic landmarks like Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay, cultural spots like Chinatown, and a pretty […]

The Best 5G eSIM/SIM in Singapore for Tourists

In China, cash ain’t king. Mobile payment apps like WeChat Pay and Alipay are becoming essential. Here’s how to make life easier on your next trip to China. First published: 11 March 2020 Making payments in China can be quite tricky for first-time visitors. Most merchants, especially smaller businesses, don’t accept international credit cards. Some […]

Mobile Payment in China: Step-by-step Guide to Using Alipay and WeChat Pay without a Chinese Bank Account

Eastern Taiwan is nature’s playground with views all around and unique activities that are hard to find elsewhere — we were tempted to gatekeep! 👀 P.S. score the best travel deals on flights, accommodations and activities at the end of this Taiwan itinerary! After tracing Taiwan’s West Coast in spring, chasing cherry blossom blooms and […]

Most Scenic 5D4N Taiwan Itinerary from Taitung to Yilan — Vast Landscapes, Coastal Towns and Island Getaways

Read till the end to find out how you can score some epic travel deals for your next adventure in Taiwan! When I think about Taiwan, my mind drifts to mouth-watering Taiwanese food, cheap shopping and of course the sparkling Taipei city skyline. Adventure and adrenaline were the last things I expected — and I […]

13 Land, Sky and Sea Adventures in Taiwan Most Travellers Don’t Know About

Let’s face it — where you stay can make or break your weekend getaway. Check out these top Bali accommodations and learn how you can score huge savings of up to 20% on 9 September! Bali is arguably Singapore’s all-time favourite getaway destination. It’s close enough for a quick weekend escape and there’s plenty to […]