Best Dive Destinations Near Singapore [2023 Update] If a trip down into the deep blue is what you seek, read on to check out some of the best dive destinations near Singapore you can consider when planning your next trip! Underwater enthusiasts, it’s time to jump in. One of the many great reasons that make Singapore an ideal travel destination, regardless of whether for work or leisure, is the ease of heading to our neighbouring countries for a quick getaway. Here are the best dive destinations near Singapore, if not, the best diving sites in Southeast Asia. Here are the locations we ..read more

Forget Coachella: Explore The Best Music Festivals in Southeast Asia You don't need to travel to enjoy good music. Rock on in the best music festivals in Southeast Asia As poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow once said, “Music is the universal language of mankind.” And it’s true; music connects us in ways that nothing else can. One of the best ways to feel this connection is by experiencing music with other people. That’s right, I’m talking about music festivals. But not just any music festival. In this article, we’re bringing you a list of the best music festivals in Asia 2023. These festiva ..read more

10 Quick Ideas to Turn Your Bathroom into A Spa Room Imagine: your very own urban oasis, just with simple, breezy bathroom hacks. For digital nomads and expats living abroad, finding a comfortable home away from home can be quite a task. The search for a suitable serviced apartment or condo rental can be daunting, but once you’ve found your perfect living space, it’s time to start turning it into a personal oasis. While most people tend to overlook the bathroom as a space for relaxation and rejuvenation, it’s actually the perfect place to transform into a spa-like retreat. So, if you’re t ..read more

Singapore Tourist Pass vs EZ-link Card: Get Unlimited Rides on Singapore's Public Transport Getting around our tiny island is made easier by the simple use of transportation cards. But which card best suits your needs? We dive into the world of smart contactless cards for Singapore's Public Transport Services. The Singapore public transport system is one of the best in the world. Trains, buses, and light rail now connect locales from North to South, East to West. The latest extension to the renowned MRT system, the Thomson-East Coast Line, opens up new neighbourhoods and attractions for ..read more

7 Proven Tips to Adjust to a Different Time Zone Whether you're an aspiring digital nomad or a business traveller, already have a trip coming up or enjoy travelling often and want to master adjusting to different time zones, consider our 7 top tips to deal with jet lag. This article was first published on Anyplace.com under a different title: Quickly Adjust to and Work in a Different Time Zone One of the best things about remote work and being a digital nomad is that it gives you the freedom to travel and work in amazing locations. You could be in San Francisco for a month, the next in L ..read more

Journeying to the East: The Ultimate Guide to East Singapore Everything You Need to Know about East Singapore In the Battle of East and West Singapore, the East Coast of Singapore recalls glamour and opulence. But East Singapore has plenty more to offer. After all, its history dates as far back as the 16th century. The region is the 2nd most densely populated among the five regions of Singapore, and has the smallest land area. Today, portions of its precolonial and colonial heritage remain intact, all the while modern developments breathe new inspiration into the region. It’s no wond ..read more

West Side Story: The Ultimate Guide to West Singapore Everything You Need to Know about in West Singapore Whether you’re a business traveller or a digital nomad, Singapore’s West Coast and its inland neighbourhoods won’t come as the first choice. You’d think of staying in residential towns in and around Singapore’s Central Region, such as Orchard Road and Sentosa Island. But the West Region of Singapore has more than its fair share of unexpected offerings you don’t want to miss. Table of Contents A Brief History of West & Southwest Singapore Postcolonial Boom Singapore’s West Today ..read more

Blur Sotong No More! Here's a proper lesson for Singlish Eh don't blur sotong already. Class starting leh! It was a punchline before it became a badge of honour to all who mastered it. Some even argue it’s a language on its own. Singlish is one of the most distinctive aspects of Singaporean identity. Now, everyone living in Singapore for a longer period usually learns Singlish to fit in, because most Singaporeans use it. Even the Singaporean government has embraced it, even if it tried to suppress it in the past. There’s even a Singlish Wordle: Word-leh. It can be difficul ..read more

The Pleasures and Perils of Set-Jetting: Everything You Need to Know Be it Squid Game or Game of Thrones: House of the Dragon, we're willing to bet you'd travel to the set of your favourite movie or TV show in 2023. The set-jetting trend has long been a huge part of travel and tourism. We’ve all had our fantasies of being part of an iconic series on TV, be it a K-drama or a show on HBO. But set-jetting (or taking location vacations) is fast becoming one of the biggest travel trends for international travel in 2023. It picked up as the pandemic years led to a rise in binge-watching ..read more

Yumi Nagashima—Pure Anticipation Discover the rising stand-up comedian's unique style and touring experiences. For International Women’s Day, we had the privilege of talking to the three Queens of Asia Comedy. We got to know about how they’re getting back to what they do best—spreading joy — and how they bring a piece of home wherever they go. This is part three of three interviews. You can also read our conversations with Aditi Mittal and Joanne Kam too. How can one talk about sex? Talking about sex does feel like actual sex (unless you’re that talented). You’re always toeing the ..read more