Star Cruises’ Great Singapore Sail Promotion 2014

What can you enjoy with 20 Dollars? A dinner? A movie date? Or a tempting dessert? What about a cruise vacation? Yes, Star Cruises' now offer Star Cruises’ Great Singapore Sail Promotion: 2nd person only pays $21 with a full-paying partner on SuperStar Gemini and SuperStar Virgo for selected 2 May 2014 – 27 Mar 2015 departures. These two needs to be sharing the same cabin! Promotion is valid for Oceanview Stateroom with Porthole – Oceanview Stateroom with Balcony (CD-BA) cabins only.

The promotion is for bookings by 15 July 2014.

You can book a 2-night or 3-night cruise for sailing dates between 30 June to 15 November 2013 to enjoy the promotion. Dining credit and Balcony Class Privileges are applicable under this promotion.

You can check our thread for more Cruise promotions and deals.

Star Cruises’ Great Singapore Sail Promotion

SuperStar Vigro cruises for:
2 nights Malacca or Redang or Kuala Lumpur (Wednesday),
2 nights Kuala Lumpur or Redang or High Seas (Friday),
3 nights Penang/Phuket or Phuket/Langkawi (Sunday).

Renting a Senkang flat and living in Senkang

This January I have left Bedok for Senkang. The landlord of my rental HDB flat was increasing the rent from 2,600 SGD per month to 2,700 SGD per month. I have a friend who lives in a rental flat in Dakota and has successfully convinced his landlord that he would leave the house if he would increase the rent (his rent is 2,700 SGD per month). Mine was not even listening so I moved out.

Bedok is quite far to city and is an old HDB estate. Although it is mature in terms of amenities, the flats are old and expensive. Since the opening of Changi Business Park, more bank offices moved to East and there are many IT professionals with deep pockets. Many also look for a place as a group so it is hard to compete with 4-5 salaries with a family budget. So, rents are quite high in Bedok and we do not have any reason to pay the premium, I work in city center and my wife is at home now looking after our baby.

So we have decided to leave our rental flat and Bedok. After looking at several locations, price and flat quality wise, Senkang shined. Senkang is known to be far away neighbourhood and is definitely a non-mature estate. I was thinking about the area because I am planning to buy a resale HDB and I do not want to pay COV (Cash over valuation). In Senkang and Pungol, COV is zero or negative. I wanted to rent there a year before going for a purchase and I knew the rental prices were lower.

My wife was reluctant to move from Bedok and even to look at HDBs in Senkang. But after we have seen several rental flats, we were not even looking flats outside Senkang! Very new HDB blocks full of condominium like HDB flats with rentals cheaper than mature estates! We have later found a flat for 2,400 SGD per month (3600 SGD per year cheaper than the one in Bedok). But the price is not the only appeal. The flat is new and interior design is just great. Much better than the one in Bedok.

I have been living in Senkang for a few months now and I have lived here enough to see that those so-called non-mature estate disadvantages are highly exaggerated. Senkang is only 10 minutes more to commute to my work place in Tiong Bahru, compared to Bedok. Although amenities are less, there are still plenty and we have everything from hawker centers to food courts. One suprising thing was that we need less taxi from our Senkang place to city center compared to our Bedok flat. We also do not go to city a lot. The reason is the NEX in Serangoon. In Bedok and near Bedok, there is no big shopping mall as NEX.

A warning, we need less taxi here and taxis are also hard to find in Senkang. It is quite a norm here to wait for a taxi for an hour even you are calling.

Senkang Town center and Compass Point Shopping Mall

And the rental prices in Senkang are falling. As I write this, a flat similar to mine was going for 2,300 SGD per month. As months pass-by, large number of BTO flats complated 5-years ago are entering the resale and rental market.  2009 and 2010 onwards, new BTO flat constructions were quite high and they will enter the market by large numbers.

Actually this must be an island wide trend in Singapore. Last time I looked for a rental flat was in 2012 and at that time, agents were taking groups of tenants (I mean an agent was taking groups of tenants at the same time)  to flats and the landlords were not even talking to you if you wanted to negotiate. Now, no more tenant group visits and also landlords are more willing to negotiate 10-15% discounts. Asking prices are also more reasonable.

Here are some tips in renting an HDB flat in Senkang:

- Try to rent near Senkang MRT Station (where there is also a mid-size shopping mall named Compass Point) or near LRT stations. There are many new and nice HDB blocks right next to LRT stations which makes commuting quite easy.
- HDBs near Senkang Sports and Recreation Center are great places to rent a flat. This place is like a water park!
- Try to look for rental in The Straits Times classified. There are more landlord agents and senior property agents there then online sites.
- I usually save on property agent fee when I am renting. When you call the agent, just ask him whether he/she is a landlord agent or tenant agent. Talk further to landlord agents. They get their commission from landlord so you do no need to pay property agent fee if you work with them. I worked through tenant agents before. They just behave as message relay service between you and landlord agent and when there is a conflict, they have little use (they usually behave like they do not have any responsibility on the transaction). And for doing almost nothing they get half the rent every year (even if you extend your rent on the same unit, they still get commission from you).

Carl’s Junior Cash Voucher Deal in Singapore

American-based fast-food restaurant chain Carl's Junior has one of the most delicious hamburgers in Singapore and one of the few food chains offering American-sized burgers and meals. These burgers are not only plus-sized, they taste much better too. The different, unique sauce melts in your mouth and the patties are thick and juicy, giving you a whole new level of happiness.

The plus-size and the quality comes with a price. The hamburgers in Carl's Junior are expensive compared to other fast-food chains. But with this Carl's Junior cash voucher deal, you can save a little bit (25% indeed) on your next visit or visits.

There are 4 Options Available:
1 Cash Voucher - Only $7.50 instead of $10
5 Cash Vouchers - Only $37.50 instead of $50
10 Cash Vouchers - Only $75 instead of $100
50 Cash Vouchers - Only $375 instead of $500

Carl’s Junior Cash Voucher is valid for 9 months in Singapore outlets so you can buy more and use later if you are regularly visiting Carl's Junior outlets. You can choose a address delivery option via SMS Mail by SingPost for purchase of 5, 10 or 50 Cash Vouchers for an additional $3. Otherwise you cannot simply use the print-outs in Carl's Junior outlets but need to go to DEALs.com.sg office to collect them.

For details, information and fine-print of the deal visit Carl’s Junior: It’s gonna get messy - Only $7.50 for Cash Voucher – Drool Over the Famous Charbroiled Burgers, Chilli Cheese Fries & Everything on the Menu.

There are many more deals like this in DEALs.com.sg Dinning Deals page.

Toast Box Gift Voucher Singapore Deal

Nanyang Kopi and food house Toast Box offers a nice place to sit and enjoy kopi and is one of the most popular cafe chains in Singapore. You can find one everywhere from Marina Bay Sands to the far far away heartland malls.

Toast Box is a reflection of the coffee shops from the 60s and 70s, where the common practice for breakfast was a fragrant cup of Nanyang Coffee accompanied by freshly toasted bread. This warm, nostalgic concept was reinvented to bring back fond memories for those who missed the good old times, and for the younger ones to experience the feel and flavours of a bygone era.

Toast Box was first established in December 2005 as a food stall unit Food Republic Wisma Atria in Singapore. The concept was so popular that it has expanded to 61 outlets in Singapore and later expanded to Malaysia, Thailand, Philippines, Hong Kong and China.

If you are regularly visiting Toast Box, you should take a look at this Toast Box Gift Voucher deal. You can buy 2 x $5 Gift Voucher for only $8 instead of $10 (save $2) or 5 x $5 Gift Voucher for only $20 instead of $25 (save $5) or 20 x $5 Gift Voucher for only $80 instead of $103 (save $23). If you go for the last option, the vouchers are delivered free via SMS mail by SingPost. The vouchers are valid in all Toast Box Singapore outlets and for all dishes & merchandise.

Toast Box voucher will be valid for 6 months (from 23 May 2014) and cash voucher will be in $5 denomination. If you do not want to go all the way to DEALs.com.sg office to get your vouchers (you cannot redeem your purchased vouchers in Toast Box outlets but need to exchange them with real ones in DEALs.com.sg office), go for $80 option which is delivered to your address.

For more information and details, visit Toast Box voucher deal's web site. There are many more deals like this in DEALs.com.sg Dinning Deals page.

A Toast Box outlet in Marina Bay Sands

East Coast Parkway crash left 2 dead

A car crash in ECP (East Coast Parkway) took lives of 2 people today. According to Singapore media, Mr Jamie Ho, 33, a director of Magazines Integrated, or m(int), was driving a white Volkswagen with five passengers in it when it crashed into a guardrail and a tree at the Marine Vista exit of the East Coast Parkway. Other than the driver a woman trapped in the front of the car and pronounced death at the scene. She is identified as Taiwanese Chen Ren Yi, 24, by Lianhe Wanbao.

The accident was caught by a camera on-board another car traveling in the same direction. Video shows that the white Volkswagen suddenly appears from the right with an estimated speed of 150 km/hour and apparently trying to take Marine Vista exit of the East Coast Parkway. But as you can see in the video, the car crashed into guardrail and a tree.

You can watch the accident video below.

According to Magazines Integrated Private Limited website, Jamie Ho focused on interactive media, mobile broadcasts, and events marketing particularly on cyber-gaming and e-sports competitions. 

McDonald's Singapore Hello Kitty Bubbly World promotion release date

McDonald's is back with a new Hello Kitty toy collection to fuel the Singaporeans’ obsession with Hello Kitty. From April 28th, McDonald's will release Hello Kitty Bubbly World promotion to celebrate the iconic Japanese character Hello Kitty’s 40th anniversary. Hello Kitty Bubbly World collection of plush toys will go on sale at McDonald’s restaurants in Singapore from 28 April. The set features Hello Kitty dressed as six other famous Sanrio characters - Kerokerokeroppi, a frog, My Melody, a rabbit, Osaru No Monkichi, a monkey, PomPomPurin, a golden retriever, Tuxedosam, a penguin dressed in a tuxedo and Bad Badtz-maru, a spiky-haired penguin. McDonald's will release The Kerokerokeroppi toy first, followed by the others.

But before they become available in the restaurants, fans can already purchase Hello Kitty Bubbly World promotion toys online.And the online sales was once again greeted by Kitty mania fueled by fans and opportunistic "resellers" who are hoping to buy the Hello Kitty set to resell to collectors for a handsome profit. The McDonald's Hello Kitty set is offered for $80 on online site. In the black market, they are sold for $120++ or much more.

This is the first time McDonald’s is selling online the the entire collection of plush Hello Kitty toys in an exclusive Collectors’ Set. The set includes all six individually-boxed plush toys, a 40th Anniversary certificate and six Extra Value Meal vouchers.

The set went on sales at 11 AM today online but just at noon time, McDonald's Singapore posted the below message on their Facebook page: "Dear customers, we thank you for your support. The site is functioning but due to extremely high traffic, the site is taking longer than usual to load. Please be patient and keep trying. Thank you!"

If the past queues are a sign that expect long queues for the toys once they are released here on April 28th.

McDonalds Singapore Hello Kitty Bubbly World promotion online sales site

The last time McDonald's released Hello Kitty toys were in 2013. The  Hello Kitty Fairy Tales collection was sold-out in days 

Jetstar promotion 2014: Up and Away Sale

From now until 30 April 2014 unless sold out prior, Jetstar has a promotional offer for you to make your travels more affordable. Jetstar presents you with the Up and Away Sale with very cheap fares for flights to many exciting destinations so whether it's a beach escape or a city getaway. There are some great cheap flights from Singapore to some great destinations on sale now. Sales start from;

S$36 from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur,
S$44 from Singapore to Penang and Medan,
S$48 from Singapore to Jakarta,
S$54 from Singapore to Phnom Penh,
S$58 from Singapore to Phuket, Yangon and Surabaya,
S$59 from Singapore to Ho Chi Minh City,
S$68 from Singapore to Bali,
S$78 from Singapore to Bangkok,
S$88 from Singapore to Haikou,
S$99 from Singapore to Darwin,
S$118 from Singapore to Manila,
S$128 from Singapore to Hangzhou, Hong Kong, Siem Reap and Shantou / Jieyang,
S$139 from Singapore to Perth,
S$199 from Singapore to Melbourne,
S$228 from Singapore to Hangzhou and
S$349 from Singapore to Auckland.

Sale fare prices quoted above are all for one way economy Starter fares come with 10 kg carry-on baggage only. Prices available in one direction only. Return sale fares are available - prices may differ. Visit Jetstar special offers page for details of this and another flight deals from Singapore.

Travel Dates
Fares may not be available on all flights and days.
Singapore - Kuala Lumpur: 6 May - 29 May, 3 Jun - 26 Jun, 1 Jul - 23 Jul, 6 Aug - 13 Nov 2014
Singapore - Penang: 6 May - 29 May, 3 Jun - 26 Jun, 1 Jul - 23 Jul, 6 Aug - 13 Nov 2014
Singapore - Phnom Penh: 6 May - 29 May, 1 Jul - 23 Jul, 6 Aug - 13 Nov 2014
Singapore - Phuket: 6 May - 29 May, 3 Jun - 26 Jun, 1 Jul - 23 Jul, 6 Aug - 13 Nov 2014
Singapore - Bali: 6 May - 29 May, 3 Jun - 26 Jun 2014
Singapore - Bangkok: 6 May - 29 May, 3 Jun - 26 Jun, 1 Jul - 23 Jul, 6 Aug - 13 Nov 2014
Singapore - Darwin: 6 May - 17 Jun, 29 Jul - 17 Sep, 21 Oct - 9 Dec 2014
Singapore - Hangzhou: 6 May - 17 Jul, 19 Aug - 9 Dec 2014
Singapore - Melbourne: 6 May - 17 Jun, 22 Jul - 10 Sep, 14 Oct - 9 Dec 2014

Red Bull Air Race 2014 Putrajaya Malaysia

Which is the fastest motor sport in the world? You would think it is Formula 1 but there is much faster and powerful one : Red Bull Air Race World Championship. Every season,  world's best race pilots meet in a pure motor-sport competition. It is low level flying and requires speed, precision and skill. With their light weight advanced airplanes, pilots navigate a low-level aerial track made up of air-filled pylons.

Now here are the good news and very good news. The Red Bull Air Race is back in 2014. This year, 12 high skilled pilots including with defending World Champion Paul Bonhomme will race for the top prize. And here is the very good news: One of the legs of Red Bull Air Race 2014 World Championship will be in Malaysia on 17-18 May 2014.

Malaysia will be the 3rd race in the championship, which has given a 3 years break before resuming in 2014. The season started in Abu Dhabi of United Arab Emirates on 28th February and the second race was in beautiful seaside city of Rovinj in Croatia.

Built in the early 1990s, Putrajaya is located 25 km south of Kuala Lumpur. The city is the world's first 'plan driven' city based on two concepts – the garden and the intelligent city. A mixture of rainforest and Government ministries, Putrajaya is a haven for sustainable human development from within this growing nation.


Reigning champion Paul Bonhomme of Britain, who won the last two world championships in 2009 and 2010, will be looking for an unprecedented third straight title in 2014. But he will be up against 2008 champion Hannes Arch of Austria and American Kirby Chambliss, who won the world title in 2004 and 2006. The other pilots in the field include Nigel Lamb (GBR), Matt Hall (AUS), Peter Besenyei (HUN), Nicolas Ivanoff (FRA), Michael Goulian (USA), Matthias Dolderer (GER), Yoshi Muroya (JPN), Pete McLeod (CAN) and Martin Sonka (CZE).

Mother's Day 2014 Deals and gift ideas in Singapore

Are you looking for a surprise present for Mother's Days? Well here in this post, you will find more than that. We are listing Mother's Day present deals which will not only give some gift ideas to you but also save a lot of money. Since spending money is inevitable, then try to enjoy some discounts with the Mother's Day deals by Singapore's coupon site Deals.com.sg.

For fresh, up to date and complete Mother's Day present ideas and great discounts, check "I Love Mom Mother's Day Deals".

For only $494 instead of usual price of $1194, you can buy a GUCCI watches for ladies with free delivery. These futuristic stainless steel GUCCI watches comes with 59% discount and will be an elegant present for your mother on this special day. Offering elegance for the would-be wearers, GUCCI’s range of watches is one of the living proofs of the brand’s insurmountable craftsmanship in fashion.

GUCCI Watches for Ladies with Free Delivery

You can also consider these fantastic TORY BURCH Amanda Fold-Over Messenger Bags as Mother's Day gidt which come with 64% discount (only $248 instead of $697). The TORY BURCH Amanda Foldover Messenger bag is not only gorgeous and fashionable, it is convenient for a lady with necessities as well! The foldover has a magnetic snap for closure and can be used in two ways.

TORY BURCH Amanda Fold-Over Messenger Bags

For only $154 you can buy Tory Burch Ella Tote among a choice of 4 colours. A perennial favorite, the Tory Burch Ella Tote is made of nylon and finished with glossy coated handles and trim. This everyday style tote bag features a roomy interior that easily accommodates all of your essentials and necessities, whether you’re running around town or packing for a weekend getaway. It’s an ideal grab-and-go carryall for any time of the year.

Tory Burch Ella Tote

If your mom needs a neck massager, this would be a great gift. This SOFO rolling neck massager comes in 2 colors and is only $99 instead of $191.

SOFO Neck Massager

Or forget a massager and simply take her to a well-deserved Royal Thai Massage at Ayuthaya Spa at Rendevouz Hotel Singapore. For only $88, this 120-min Royal Thai Indulgence includes Thai Full Body Massage, head & shoulder massage and full body scrub.

Lufthansa Flight deals from Singapore

Lufthansa, the largest airline in Europe, offers regular flights from Singapore to Europe and is one of the most popular carriers on the route. The airline now offers several flight deals to European cities from Singapore with deep discounts. The deals are to Manchester, Prague, Oslo, Milan, Barcelona, Amsterdam, Athens and Sttuttgart.

28% OFF - Manchester return air tickets via Lufthansa Airline - This Lufthansa flight deal lets you purchase return flights between Manchester and Singapore for only $228 per person instead of $318 (minimum 2 people required) and includes 23 kg check-in baggage (1 piece), 7 kg hand carry and meals on flight.

Flight details (Flight timing subject to change):
Lufthansa Flights from Singapore to Manchester (via Frankfurt)
LH 779 SIN - FRA   2355-0600
LH 940 FRA-MAN  0805-0850
Lufthansa Flights from Manchester to Singapore (via Frankfurt)
LH 947 MAN-FRA  1745-2030
LH 778 FRA – SIN  2135-1645

Manchester is the place where dreams are made of – for most men it’s their football haven, but for women it’s the footballers. Set foot to the place where the glorious British football club was born, where you get to visit top attractions such as Royal Exchange Theatre, Etihad Stadium, Manchester Art Gallery, Imperial War Museum North and many more. Pack your bags for a wonderful European adventure in the Great Britain.

For this Lufthansa Manchester - Singapore flight deal visit this deal page.

28% OFF - Manchester return air tickets via Lufthansa Airline

29% OFF - Return Flight Ticket to Milan via Lufthansa Airline - This flight deal to Milan from Singapore (via Frankfurt) is only for $228 per person instead of $318 (min 2 people) and includes 23 kg check-in baggage (1 piece), 7 kg hand carry and the meals served on board.

Flight Details (subject to change):
Lufthansa Flights from Singapore to Milan  (via Frankfurt):
LH 779 SIN - FRA   2355-0600
LH 246 FRA-MXP   0810-0920
Lufthansa Flights from Milan to Singapore (via Frankfurt):
LH 255 MXP-FRA   1900-2025
LH 778 FRA – SIN  2135-1645

Regarded as one of the international capitals of industrial and modern design, Milan is one of the world's most influential cities in such fields. Milan is also regarded as one of the fashion capitals of the world. Most of the major Italian fashion brands, such as Valentino, Gucci, Versace, Prada, Armani and Dolce & Gabbana, are currently headquartered in the city. Numerous international fashion labels also operate shops in Milan, including an Abercrombie & Fitch flagship store, which has become a main consumer attraction.

29% OFF - Return Flight Ticket to Milan via Lufthansa Airline

31% OFF - Oslo: 2-Way Return Flight Via Lufthansa Airlines - For only $455 per person instead of $658 (Min 2 people), this deal includes return flights via Frankfurt, 23 kg check-in baggage (1 piece), 7 kg hand carry and the meals served on board.

Flight Schedule (subject to change & availability):
Lufthansa flights from Singapore to OSLO  (via Frankfurt)
LH 779 SIN ­ FRA   2355­0600
LH 858 FRA­ OSL   0700­0900
Lufthansa flights from OSLO to Singapore (via Frankfurt)
LH 255 OSL­FRA   1840­2050
LH 778 FRA – SIN  2135­1645

31% OFF - Oslo: 2-Way Return Flight Via Lufthansa Airlines

27% OFF - Prague: Return Air Tickets via Lufthansa Airline - Escape the insufferable heat of Singapore and fly off to Prague! Step into the magical city of bridges, cathedrals and churches that look straight out of the history textbooks! Witness the beautiful architectural designs of the city lined with a mixture of medieval cultures and modern city designs. Enjoy fine dining, cultural art and even get first-hand experience of the wonderful music that fills the lanes of Prague. Don't wait any longer. Fly off today!

This deal includes return flights via Frankfurt, 23 kg check-in baggage (1 piece), 7 kg hand carry and the meals served on board.

Flight Details: Flight timing subject to change
Lufthansa flights Singapore – Frankfurt – Prague
LH779  SIN FRA 2355/0600hrs
LH1392 FRA PRG 0810/0915hrs
Lufthansa flights Prague – Frankfurt – Singapore
LH1401 PRG FRA 1910/2020hrs
LH778  FRA SIN  2135/1645hrs

27% OFF - Prague: Return Air Tickets via Lufthansa Airline

28% OFF - Barcelona: Return Air Tickets via Lufthansa Airline - For only $450 per person instead of $628, this deal includes return flights via Frankfurt, 23 kg check-in baggage (1 piece), 7 kg hand carry and the meals served on board.

Flight details (Flight timing subject to change):
Lufthansa flights from Singapore to Barcelona (via Frankfurt):
LH779 SIN FRA 2355/0600hrs
LH1124 FRA BCN 0710/0905hrs
Lufthansa flights from Barcelona to Singapore (via Frankfurt):
LH1129 BCN FRA 1610/1830hrs
LH778 FRA SIN  2135/1645hrs

28% OFF - Barcelona: Return Air Tickets via Lufthansa Airline

29% OFF - Athens: 2-way flight tickets via Lufthansa Airlines - Always wanted to have a respite and enjoy historic Athens at your leisure? Then take advantage of this chance to fly on the cheap to and from Athens with Lufthansa Airlines today. Secure your trip to Athens with this cost effective option and you also get a nice amount of room for luggage as well as zesty meals for your flight, so hesitate no longer and fly without blowing a hole in your holiday budget. For only $372 per pax instead of $527, this deal includes return flights via Frankfurt, 23 kg check-in baggage, 7 kg hand carry and the meals served on board.

Flight Schedule (subject to change and availability):
Singapore – Frankfurt – Athens
LH779  SIN FRA 2355/0600hrs  
LH1278 FRA ATH 0950/1335hrs
Athens – Frankfurt – Singapore
LH1279 ATH FRA 1425/1635hrs
LH778  FRA SIN  2135/1645hrs

29% OFF - Athens: 2-way flight tickets via Lufthansa Airlines

36% OFF -  Return Flight Ticket to Amsterdam via Lufthansa Airline - For only $428 per pax instead of $674, this deal includes return flights via Frankfurt, 23 kg check-in baggage, 7 kg hand carry and the meals served on board.

Flight Details (subject to change):
Singapore – Frankfurt – Amsterdam
LH779 SIN FRA: 2355/0600hr
LH986 FRA AMS: 0700/0815hr
Amsterdam – Frankfurt – Singapore
LH997 AMS FRA: 1840/1950hrs
LH778 FRA SIN: 2135/1645hrs

36% OFF -  Return Flight Ticket to Amsterdam via Lufthansa Airline

29% OFF - Stuttgart: 2-Way Return Flight Via Lufthansa Airlines - For only $372 per pax instead of $527, this deal includes return flights via Frankfurt, 23 kg check-in baggage, 7 kg hand carry and the meals served on board.

Flight Schedule (subject to change & availability):
Singapore – Stuttgart (via Frankfurt)
LH 779 SIN - FRA   2355-0600
LH 126  FRA- STR   0915-0955
Stuttgart – Singapore (via Frankfurt)
LH 137 STR-FRA   1915-2005
LH 778 FRA – SIN  2135-1645

29% OFF - Stuttgart: 2-Way Return Flight Via Lufthansa Airlines