Discuss about life in Singapore. Ask about cost of living, housing, travel, etiquette & lifestyle. Share experience & advice with Singaporeans & expat staying in Singapore.
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Frasers Hospitality
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Pal » Mon, 01 Jan 2024 11:24 am
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A member of Frasers Property Group
More than a hotel, our Gold Standard serviced residences feel just like home. Only better....
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Mon, 01 Jan 2024 11:24 am
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Tue, 14 Sep 2021 10:00 am
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Canadian International School
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Pal » Sat, 18 Aug 2018 10:25 pm
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Parenting, Family & Schools
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CIS Profile
The Canadian International School (CIS) is a leading international school in Singapore. Founded in 1990, CIS has over...
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Bump for this thread 8-)
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Fri, 15 Jan 2021 6:08 pm
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Stamford American International School
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Pal » Thu, 02 Feb 2017 10:34 pm
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Stamford American International Singapore offers an holistic education for students from 2 months to 18 years of age, being the first and only school...
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SAIS International School .
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Fri, 13 Dec 2019 12:14 pm
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Sticky Thread Advertisement
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joop » Wed, 07 Jan 2009 3:28 pm
Sticky Thread gives you access to a direct channel to your most potential customers. Choose from relevant categories to have your stickies in....
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Wed, 07 Jan 2009 3:28 pm
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Noise from construction
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good morning » Sat, 26 Jan 2008 11:01 pm
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Hi,
I am writing this at 11pm of Saturday.
A construction site next to our condo in Holland road has noise till now. Made complaints, but nothing...
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i also heard from our agent that it is less expensive for the construction company to pay the fine for working over hours rather than miss the...
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Last post by sundaymorningstaple
Sun, 27 Jan 2008 10:55 am
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Vpost service
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by Vpost USA » Thu, 07 Jul 2005 10:17 am
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Hi,
has anyone used this service and can comment on it? How much were you charged and how fast is it?
Thanks!!
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Please think twice over if you intend to use VPOST.
Had most unpleasant experience.
Ordered something in Japan and item landed in VPOST japan...
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Last post by charsiew
Fri, 25 Jan 2008 10:46 pm
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Living costs
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Rinaldhounited » Fri, 25 Jan 2008 1:09 pm
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Hi, Im intrested to know the average living cost of Singapore for a year.... I realize its different for everyone, but I would just like a ball park...
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compare with indonesia, singapore will be more expensive*.
* on basic living expenses.
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Last post by durain
Fri, 25 Jan 2008 6:26 pm
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Questions about new helper
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Dorian » Tue, 22 Jan 2008 8:05 pm
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Hi
Firstly want to say our new helper, our first ever, has just started. She seems lovely and all is going well. I am totally new to it so would...
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Unfortunatley though, you hear so many horror stories of mis-treatment, majority of whom I'm afraid are locals...that's why maids are falling voer...
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Last post by durain
Thu, 24 Jan 2008 6:13 pm
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Red Envelopes
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barbaraus » Thu, 10 Jan 2008 4:27 pm
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Hi,
I am American and have a mix of different people who work for me. Can somebody tell me if it would be appropriate for me to give them all Red...
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We've been here for about 3 years now. So far, we've given $8 to the guards and $20 to our cleaning lady. We also standby some red packets of $6 for...
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Last post by AmyMar
Wed, 23 Jan 2008 5:47 pm
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MBA Tutor
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NCD22 » Wed, 23 Jan 2008 5:28 pm
Hi all...I am looking for a tutor to help me with my MBA studies 1-2 times a week for 1hr each time. I am doing a US distance MBA program and would...
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Last post by NCD22
Wed, 23 Jan 2008 5:28 pm
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Where to buy inexpensive sarees for gift?
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jsaha » Tue, 22 Jan 2008 9:58 am
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I'm a non-Indian and new to Singapore. My MIL is visiting from India and want to go to some store to get some sarees for her domestic helps and...
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Thank you the suggestions. We went back to Excelsior and asked around - found out the shop is no longer there, but was guided to a small store near...
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Last post by jsaha
Wed, 23 Jan 2008 12:21 am
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Part-time maid
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Florian » Tue, 22 Jan 2008 9:58 am
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Hi there!
I would like to get a part-time maid who does our laundry and cleans the flat once or twice a week.
Any recommendations?Experiences?...
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No recommendations but have added a heading in my links for House Cleaning Services in the centre column.
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Last post by sundaymorningstaple
Tue, 22 Jan 2008 10:53 pm
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Learning Business Mandarin
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Guowei58 » Tue, 15 Jan 2008 2:45 pm
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Hi, i just arrived in SG and would like to learn Business Mandarin. Does anyone know a place that offers rigorous classes (preferrably during the...
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NUS maybe:
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Last post by luxiana
Tue, 22 Jan 2008 3:34 pm
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Converting lamps brought from the US
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newtoisland » Mon, 21 Jan 2008 6:35 pm
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Hi,
I have a floor lamp and 2 bedside table lamps that I brought from the US. All of them have dimmers. Can anyone tell me where is the best place...
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I brought the lamps over from the US because I thought there was a chance I could convert them without too much of a hassle and also since they were...
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Last post by newtoisland
Tue, 22 Jan 2008 3:28 pm
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help needed... QUICK!! moving to singapore in 3 days!!
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kate18 » Tue, 01 Jan 2008 11:09 am
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ok,...
first of all, HAPPY NEW YEAR!!
now down to the serious stuff...
i'm after some advice/tips/general help about relocating to singapore. i...
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Your school should be helping you find a place to live. Where exactly are you going to teach?
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Last post by Matney
Mon, 21 Jan 2008 5:56 pm
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BEST PLACE TO BUY A FULL HD FLAT TV?
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theodoros » Tue, 15 Jan 2008 12:20 am
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hello, hope alls is well.
have made a research in finding best prices for a 40 full hd tv.
prices so far out of 3 places, are very similar)=IMM,...
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I think audio house is ok or you can also try mustafa.
Personally, I don't recommend Sin Lim unless you know the exact type you want to buy & make...
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Last post by iis
Mon, 21 Jan 2008 11:20 am
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Catholic marriage advice
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newlywed » Sun, 06 Jan 2008 10:13 am
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hi
I am Catholic, my fiancee is non-Catholic.
He does not need to convert, as we can get a dispensation.
I'm not sure about how to to this, and...
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Do you know any others? They are full and we need to do this pretty soon.
Thank you again for this.
Check out the Marriage Preparation Course
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Last post by newlywed
Sun, 20 Jan 2008 9:54 pm
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Masters Programs (Management) in Singapore
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mks » Fri, 11 Jan 2008 2:37 am
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I am evaluating enrolling in a part time Masters program while on assignment in Singapore.
Does the Work/Life balance in SG allow time to devote to...
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INSEAD will be the obvious global brand name MBA in Singapore. The most attractive thing about INSEAD is the relatively short time it takes to...
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Sat, 19 Jan 2008 3:52 pm
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Washing Clothes \ Laundry
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mrwhite909 » Sat, 19 Jan 2008 2:14 pm
What is the deal with washing clothes and laundry here in Singapore?
Everyplace seems to itemise everything down to your jocks and charge several...
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Last post by mrwhite909
Sat, 19 Jan 2008 2:14 pm
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Seletar Airport area
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vandy » Fri, 11 Jan 2008 7:11 am
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Any info on what the area around Seletar Airport is like? Is it nice? How does it compare cost wise with other areas of SG?
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Doncha just love it when people just read the last two posts in a thread and then give us their wisdom? Sotong comes to mind. :lol:
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Last post by sundaymorningstaple
Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:08 pm
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no glass in kitchen window?!
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bub » Tue, 15 Jan 2008 7:44 pm
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Hi,
I've recently moved to Singapore with my husband, we've found a great apartment, except one thing that is bothering us- there's no glass in the...
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If you are in the same condo as me, then yes this was the way it was built so i assume it was done elsewhere as well.
I asked the landlord to put a...
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Tue, 15 Jan 2008 9:00 pm
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Where to Buy Furnishings??
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synkronize » Tue, 09 Oct 2007 10:54 am
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Hi All
I just secured a place to rent and I need to buy a few things for the unit. Amongst some of the items: bed, microwave, cutlery, plates,...
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Hello --
saw this post and decided to comment.
usually i get WOM from my friends + family, but i do have to recommend this site:
not only do...
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Last post by twilight85
Tue, 15 Jan 2008 4:29 pm
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where to buy protective floor panels (BABY)or cheap carpets?
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theodoros » Thu, 10 Jan 2008 5:46 pm
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hello all, hope you are well.
need about 30-40 big protective floor panels that lock together to cover my huge living room (with marble floor) as my...
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we got those 12 square tiles that are about 10mm thick and made of a spongy rubber like substance, they also have letters and numbers that lock into...
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Last post by sillingw
Tue, 15 Jan 2008 10:46 am
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Pearl's Hill Hostel reviews and opinions
Replies: 5
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at914 » Sun, 09 Dec 2007 10:37 pm
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Has anyone of you stayed there? Can I please have you opinions because I plan to stay there for awhile next year when I go to sg and I can't seem to...
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How can you live in singapore with no AC?? thats torture.
can la :P
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Sat, 12 Jan 2008 6:43 pm
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