Lifestyle

Recent data from KAYAK indicates that 64% of AsiaPacific travellers opt to visit new destinations when they travel. Are you with the majority? If not, before going for the same snacks you’ve tasted at a night market in Taipei or having sushi in Tokyo again, perhaps it’s time to visit some less-talked-about destinations before everybody else catches on. Now is …

Kaspersky Lab finds 75% of people pick up their connected device to avoid conversing with another human being Connected devices, such as mobile phones and tablets, are becoming essential to keeping people in contact with each other, but for many they are also a much needed comfort blanket in a variety of social situations when they do not want to …

by ValueChampion For those ready to invest thousands of dollars into their vacations, getting a low value for your dollar can be as disappointing. Below, we discuss some ways you can maximise your luxury holiday experience and the power of your dollar. Luxury travel is often thought of as an opportunity for a no-expense spared ultimate experience. However, Singaporean luxury travellers …

by ValueChampion Do you have a difficult time choosing what gifts to get for your family and friends? Or do you find yourself being burdened by how much you are spending on presents? Here are 3 ways you can become a great gift giver while also saving money. People go through so many occasions for giving and receiving gifts each year. …

by ValueChampion Whether you no longer have use for a car or you are looking to upgrade your current vehicle, here are 5 things you should do in order to maximise the resale value of your car. From the exorbitant prices to the costly insurance and maintenance costs, it’s no secret that cars in Singapore are extremely expensive to own. That’s …

Chevron Singapore, which operates the retail brand Caltex, introduced Singapore’s first fuel payment app that offers Caltex’s fastest and easiest mode of payment yet. Aptly named CaltexGO, the mobile payment app delivers an alternative hassle-free refueling experience from the comfort of your car. The integrated app’s digital eco-system does away with wallet fumbles and helps consumers easily locate a service …

The Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) has announced that the Frequent Traveller Programme (FTP) to eligible holders of Thai international passports will be extended from 24 September 2018. In a press release on Thursday (20 September), it stated that this will enable them to use the automated immigration clearance facilities (also known as the enhanced immigration automated clearance system or …

by ValueChampion Many travellers covet having a Priority Pass membership. With over 1,200 locations globally, Priority Pass can seem like an oasis for tired travellers who are constantly on the runway. However, is it really worth paying for its memberships, or are there other more cost-effective ways of enjoying its benefits? We crunched the numbers to find out. Priority Pass, a …

After it was reported in mainstream media that Fei Siong Food Management has said that the $600 stall inspection fee is optional, TOC went down to Ci Yuan Hawker Centre to talk to the hawkers today (10 Sep). National Environment Agency (NEA) currently outsources the management of Ci Yuan Hawker Centre at Hougang to a middleman, Fei Siong Food Management …

Earlier, it was reported that the recent online revelation of the sorry state of affairs at the Social Enterprise Hawker Centres has resulted in many netizens condemning social enterprise operators like NTUC Foodfare and Fei Siong Food Management of profiteering. Makansutra founder, KF Seetoh, has revealed on his blog last week (28 Aug) that hawkers were charged with all kinds …