blog imageMoney Know-HowBlack Friday 2024: 6 tips to make the best out of overseas shopping deals

We’re counting down to another big shopping sale day – Black Friday.   This year’s Black Friday falls on 29th November 2024.   Before we get into the tips, let’s take a look back at the origins of Black Friday. What is Black Friday? Originated from the United States, Black Friday happens the day after ...

14 Oct 20244 mins read
blog imageExpat lifeSingles Day Singapore 2024 – 5 steps to get you ready for 11.11

We are finally in November!   Let’s kick start our Christmas shopping with Taobao’s Singles Day sale.   Singles Day (also known as 11.11) falls on the 11th of November and it is Alibaba’s biggest annual sale. Think of it as China’s Black Friday sale.   But wait… Do you need to know Chinese to shop ...

04 Oct 20245 mins read
blog imageInsiderGuide to overseas ATM withdrawal with Instarem’s amaze

Withdrawing money from an ATM is really quite simple with the Instarem amaze card! We will cover the steps involved, the limits and how to find an ATM near you.

03 Oct 20243 mins read
blog imageInsiderFrom climate challenges to green solutions: Join Instarem, Mastercard, and the tree-powered movement to restore our planet 

Don’t you just love the cool touch of a summer breeze or the soothing sounds of rain? But let’s face it, Mother Nature can be quite dramatic sometimes. One moment it’s sunshine and rainbows, the next, it starts raining and flooding happens.   As much as these are part of natural phenomena, human activities have ...

30 Sep 20243 mins read
blog imageLifestyle9 countries that require a Singaporean to apply for a travel visa & electronic travel pass

Planning your next vacation and want to go on an international trip? Here are the countries you may need travel visa or electronic travel pass.

19 Sep 202410 mins read
blog imageMoney know-howDo I really need to buy travel insurance?

Planning a stress-free travel ? We have made a list of scenarios where spending on travel insurance can save you a lot of money and travel nightmares.

10 Sep 20247 mins read
blog imageExpat lifeSolo travel? Here are some tips for safety and fun

Traveling alone can be a great experience, but there are some things to look out for before you head out. In this article, we will give you some tips on how to travel safely and enjoyably. We’ll also offer advice for people who may be traveling solo for the first time. So, whether you’re planning ...

09 Sep 20247 mins read
blog imageExpat lifeHow to survive winter overseas as Singaporeans: tips for year-end travel

If you haven’t heard, Immigration & Checkpoints Authority (ICA) is asking Singaporeans with year-end travel plans to apply for passports now.    While ICA is fretting over overwhelming passport applications, every Singaporean is probably going “oh yes, for the first time in two years, we’re going to get a white Christmas.”  Now hold your Rudolf… Here’s ...

08 Sep 20248 mins read
blog imageLifestyleLuggage forwarding Japan: The ultimate guide to travel light

Japan is all fun and games—until you meet your ultimate nemesis: stairs. Picture this: temples? Stairs. Train stations? More stairs. Shopping? You guessed it, even more stairs. Now, you might be thinking, “That can’t be right.” But trust us, once you find yourself hauling luggage up and down those endless steps, you’ll see what we ...

02 Sep 20247 mins read
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