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Tuition addiction: Unpacking tuition in Singapore

Tuition addiction: Unpacking tuition in Singapore

During a casual lunch with a friend, I was taken aback when he revealed that...

Guide to Singapore's healthcare system: Public vs Private

Guide to Singapore's healthcare system: Public vs Private

The pandemic’s over. Wahoo! Singapore’s healthcare system, renowned for its efficiency, quality, and accessibility, was...

Hong Kong versus Singapore: same food items, different taste

Hong Kong versus Singapore: same food items, different taste

When I first arrived in Singapore, I recall ordering barbecue pork rice at a hawker...

Uncovering Singapore's sports scene and facilities

Uncovering Singapore's sports scene and facilities

In an earlier article, we discussed the lack of things to do in Singapore. Well,...

2023 dating guide: Finding love in Singapore

2023 dating guide: Finding love in Singapore

A close expat friend of mine found herself caught in the twists and turns of...

Guide to the best shopping malls in Singapore

Guide to the best shopping malls in Singapore

Shopping malls have become an integral part of Singapore’s urban landscape, with their ubiquitous presence...

Expert guide for holiday destinations out of Singapore in 2023

Expert guide for holiday destinations out of Singapore in 2023

There was a long weekend this past month in Singapore, and naturally, many Singaporeans traveled...

Why Singapore's nature and outdoors falls slightly short

Why Singapore's nature and outdoors falls slightly short

Given the similarities between Hong Kong and Singapore, I’ve always wondered why Singapore lacked ‘naturey’...

2023 education review: Hong Kong vs. Singapore - who is on top?

2023 education review: Hong Kong vs. Singapore - who is on top?

I have vivid memories of my post-school hours in Hong Kong, where I would slug...

Furniture buying guide for Singapore expats and locals

Furniture buying guide for Singapore expats and locals

Looking to furnish your newly bought home? From modern designer boutiques to charming vintage stores,...

Guide to the best Singapore neighbourhoods to live in

Guide to the best Singapore neighbourhoods to live in

Singapore is a bustling city-state with a diverse range of neighborhoods, each with its own...

Guide to buying the Perfect Diamond Ring in Singapore... at 10% Off

Guide to buying the Perfect Diamond Ring in Singapore... at 10% Off

Congratulations! You’re ready to take the plunge and propose to the love of your life....

Best grocery stores and supermarkets in Singapore - basics, boutiques and value

Best grocery stores and supermarkets in Singapore - basics, boutiques and value

In my earlier post, we talked about how hawker centers are the dining hall for...

Guide to getting your Singapore driving license in one try

Guide to getting your Singapore driving license in one try

My father always insisted that I get a driving license. Back in his days, it...

Hong Kong local reviews the best dim sum in Singapore

Hong Kong local reviews the best dim sum in Singapore

One of the implicit duties as a Hong Konger is to have deep knowledge of...

3 essentials that make Singapore successful

3 essentials that make Singapore successful

In 1991, the Singapore government introduced five shared values. that helped forge a Singaporean identity....

Singapore PR in my first attempt! Come learn the secrets in my guide

Singapore PR in my first attempt! Come learn the secrets in my guide

Let’s begin with the obvious disclaimer - I’m not a lawyer. However, I did manage...

My top 5 concerns before moving to Singapore

My top 5 concerns before moving to Singapore

In my last post, I talked about the push and pull factors that culminated in...

How I ended up moving to Singapore

How I ended up moving to Singapore

I’ve been in Singapore for 5 years and have been an expat who moved to...

Expectations of my Singapore expat living blog

Expectations of my Singapore expat living blog

My manager has always told me to underpromise and overdeliver. Hence, here’s a list of...

Preamble - your Singapore expat living blog

Preamble - your Singapore expat living blog

Welcome to my blog, a place where I share my perspective and experience of living...