Is it safe to Grab in Chiang Mai?

by Anna - July 16, 2019August 21, 20190

One friend has warned me about taking Grab in Chiang Mai. She said because the region is still less established than Bangkok, and the maps are misleading at times, it can be dangerous. I went ahead with Grab anyway. The rides felt safe, the drivers are friendly. And the taxi prices

Travel vaccinations in Singapore

Travel Tips

by Anna - July 25, 2018July 25, 20180

Travel vaccinations and medications are often overlooked by Singaporeans, living in a clean and safe city. We visit safe destinations such as JB, Bali, and Korea without much need for vaccinations. But when the opportunity comes for a big exotic trip to say, South America, India or Nepal, the big

REVIEW: M1 Prepaid Card For Cheap Overseas Data Roaming

by Emma - September 8, 2017July 31, 20180

Planning a trip to Bali or Kuala Lumpur soon? You don't have to worry about getting your overseas SIM card anymore because you can get it at Singapore AND the unused data can be utilized in Singapore too! Have we mentioned that all these at just SGD15? If your question is

How To Travel Around Johor Bahru Like A Pro With Uber and Grab

by Emma - August 23, 2017July 31, 20180

Before Uber and Grab, travelling around Johor Bahru with their taxis can be quite stressful as the drivers usually do not go by meter and you'll have to haggle quite a bit. But hey, you can now travel around Johor Bahru easily without getting fleeced :p I've used both Uber and

Cheapo Guide: Best Credit Cards For Flight Bookings

by Emma - July 18, 2017July 31, 20180

You may not know this but booking the cheapest flight you can find online is only half the battle won. The other half of the battle is using the correct credit card so you can maximize the rebates you can get. So here are my favorite credit cards in terms of cash rebates

Going Australia: Pocket WiFi, SingTel Readyroam or Sim Card?

by Emma - July 2, 2017July 31, 20180

Australia is immensely popular with families and Singaporeans who just want to slow down and break away from the bustling cities like Hong Kong and Bangkok. With shops closing as early as 5pm, you'll be forced (in a good way) to end your day early! Most importantly, Australia has soooo many

3 simple steps to get the most of Scoot’s one-way ticket deal!

by Anna - June 12, 2017July 31, 20180

Super Scootee's Take Off Tuesday is happening again tomorrow, and we want you to get the best out of it! So we know that Scoot has been running these awesome Tuesday's promotions for super duper cheap one-way ticket out of Singapore to many countries such as Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Korea,

How to Maximize Your Next Few Public Holidays

by Emma - June 11, 2017July 31, 20180

Wow, is this year fast or what? It's already June and that means there are only five more public holidays to go. None of the public holidays left fall on a Saturday so no more off in-lieu (for those who are entitled to it) but the good news is, 3 out of

Hotel promo codes AND tips to save more on Expedia

by Emma - June 4, 2017July 31, 20180

Is it just me or is it getting increasingly difficult to find hotel promo codes? While preparing for my upcoming Hong Kong trip, I searched high and low for hotel promo codes on my favorite sites, i.e. Airbnb, Agoda and Expedia - and I couldn't find any. For Airbnb, there were

Cheap flights announcement: Take Off Tuesday with Scoot!

by Anna - May 29, 2017July 31, 20180

Nowhere else in the world do we get to travel out to so many Southeast Asian countries in the shortest time and smallest budget than Singapore! Tomorrow, 7am to 2pm on 30 May, Scoot is celebrating "Super Scootie Take Off Tuesday" with the cheapest flights out. Are you ready for a vacay,

Why Changi Recommends Should Be Your Number One Travel Companion

by Nicole - April 24, 2017July 31, 20180

Getting ready for the 2 long weekends in May and planning a last minute weekend getaway? What are the first few thing you need to book? We pen it down for you - First you would check out what are the cheapest flights and hotels from Skyscanner, Zuji or Expedia, then

Difference between booking flights with Skyscanner, Airline and Expedia

by Emma - March 9, 2017July 31, 20180

Do you know that you can potentially save a lot more if you book on the correct site at the correct time? But first, let us know you the difference between booking your flights on Skyscanner, Airline website and Expedia. 1. Booking flights on Skyscanner To cut the long story short, you do not

5 travel tips to plan and save on your budget trips!

by Anna - February 22, 2017July 31, 20180

1. Be flexible with your travel destination Recently I had some fun with SkyScanner's option to fly “Everywhere”. Simply choose your departure location, available dates and the website will list down the cheapest flight options. It's superb! Choose your destination with an open mind and enjoy where skyscanner.net/fate takes you. 2. Be flexible

Latest Travel Insurance Promotions & Why You Need Them

by Emma - February 16, 2017July 31, 20180

Hands up if you think travel insurance is a waste of money 😉 Don't worry, I wouldn't judge because I would have raised my hands too. Travel insurance isn't expensive but it just feels .. unnecessary. You see, a travel insurance for a 4D3N Bangkok trip typically costs about $20 but IF

How to beat AirAsia, Jetstar and Tiger Airways’ extra flight charges

by Anna - January 31, 2017July 31, 20180

Recently while booking flights for a friend's hen's trip, I was once again frustrated by the extra credit card processing fees, as well as the opt-in luggage and insurance charges. Our one-way flight was a steal at $50 per person (on promotion - see Step 1!) but turned out to be

Cheap Flights? Things To Look Out For

by Emma - December 16, 2016July 31, 20180

We know that euphoric feeling when you score a cheap ticket to your next destination. Here are some things to look out for so you won't be surprised by the fine prints later on! #1. Stopovers Always, always check this. Sometimes we can be so blinded by the cheap fare that we

Should I Uber and Grab in Hanoi, Vietnam?

by Anna - December 15, 2016July 31, 20180

Two months back, I was in Hanoi with my family. We are a family of five, and all three of us kids have been to Hanoi before on backpacking trips. We know how travelling alone is more ideal for bargaining transport fees. As a group of five inseparables, touting drivers

Ladies. Pack These For Any Flights With A Stopover

by Emma - December 15, 2016July 31, 20180

The brutal truth is, non-stop flights are usually expensive. So, if you are travelling on a budget, picking a flight with one or two stopover is inevitable but hey - a stopover isn't that bad if you pack along these five lifesavers! Plus, if you can save a few hundred bucks, why

10 Reality checks for kiasu travel packers

by Anna - December 13, 2016July 31, 20180

Are your baggages always exceeding weight limit? Do you return home with extra unused clothes, wishing you had that space for your shopping loot instead? Here are a few reality checks that can be good reminders on packing light and traveling smart. . . Reality Check 1: You probably wouldn't wear your 12th

Long weekend holidays in 2017

by Anna - December 11, 2016July 31, 20180

Let's admit it, in Singapore we do need to be extra strategic when planning our holidays and leave days. So many things to do, so little time! In 2017, we have seven — YES, SEVEN! — weekends that you can start planning for three to four days of getaways. If you're