Take Note: Singaporeans can now apply for UK ETA
From 8 Jan 2025, Singapore passport-holders are required to have an ETA when visiting/transiting in the United Kingdom.
News
First Look: Standard Chartered launches the NEW Beyond credit card
Check out all the key points to note about this newly-launched credit card.
Take Note: GHA DISCOVERY Titanium members can soon enjoy free Breakfast at hotels under Pan Pacific Group
From 1 December 2024, GHA Titanium members can enjoy complimentary daily breakfast (+1 guest) at these properties.
Take Note: New changes to the Standard Chartered Smart Card
The card is losing its two best selling points. Here’s a quick rundown of what’s changing.
First Look: GXS Bank launches the NEW GXS FlexiCard
Remember how your grandparents warned you about credit cards? It’s because of naughty ones like this.
First Look: Trust Bank launches the NEW Trust Cashback Card
A specialized cashback card with no annual fee and no foreign currency fee. Get instant approval, a chance to win a million dollars, and scratch cards worth up to $3,000.
First Look: HSBC’s NEW Live+ credit card
HSBC launches a new specialized Cashback card in Singapore, offering 8% cashback on selected spending categories.
World of Hyatt announces 2024 Award Category changes
Sadly, 7 properties from Suitesmile’s list of Hyatt sweet spots will be devalued from 26 Mar 2024. Grab them while you can!
Ouch: Standard Chartered removing all Airline/Hotel transfer partners, except for KrisFlyer and Asia Miles
A month from now, KrisFlyer and Asia Miles will be the only transfer partners of Standard Chartered cards. Time to plan an exit?
Devaluation Incoming? Turkish Airlines Miles&Smiles publishes new Award Charts
New award charts (with higher award rates) have been published. Old rates are still bookable, but something not-so-tasty is cooking in Istanbul.
2023 in review: Some memorable Travel Hacks & Error Fares, even more Devaluations & Nerfs
A look back at the travel-hacking highlights (good and bad) of 2023. Happy New Year, everyone!
Get a Status Match or Fast Track with Marriott Bonvoy – KrisFlyer Partnership
An opportunity to have your status matched, but the worthwhile ones can only be achieved through the fast tracks.
Upcoming World of Hyatt program changes involving Guest of Honor benefits & Milestone Rewards
Mostly-positive program changes coming from 1 Jan 2024. Non-Globalist members can soon sample Globalist benefits after 40 nights!
Nerfed: HSBC Revolution will stop awarding 4 mpd on most hotel/accommodation spending
From 1 Jan 2024, cardholders will stop earning bonus points on tour agency and most accommodation spending.
Devaluation: Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan implementing unified, distance-based Award Charts from March 2024
The final nail in the coffin for Alaska Mileage Plan. Here are the best ways to wipe out all your remaining Alaska miles and leave the FFP for good.
HSBC TravelOne Card Changes: 10,000 points conversion fee, new transfer partners
The people behind the product made a decision so unsmart, it’s hard to imagine it actually happening. Here are some precautionary steps cardholders can take right now.
Finally: Hyatt Place Johor Bahru accepting reservations from November 2023
This new property is directly-connected to a huge mall and will require as little as 3,500 points per night for award stays!
Devaluation: Cathay Pacific Asia Miles to Increase Award Rates on most Routes
More miles will be required for award flights on most routes. Members have 12 weeks to lock-in redemptions at the current rates.
Yay: UOB Lady’s Cards now open to Male Applicants
This card is no-longer exclusive to females! Earn 6 mpd on selected bonus categories, up to S$3,000 per month.
Priority Pass members can now use lounge visits at selected restaurants in Singapore Changi Airport
It’s back! Priority Pass members can now use their lounge entitlement at selected restaurants in Terminals 1, 2 and 4.