Travel Hacking from Singapore: Guides, Tips & Tricks

Last updated on 19 January 2026

Travel Hacking from Singapore: Guides, Tips & Tricks

Learn the ins and outs of travel hacking from Singapore. This page lists all the key guides to master the Miles Game and improve your travel experiences.

Newbie

  1. Beginner’s Guide to the Miles Game
    Not sure where to start? In this beginner’s guide to the Miles Game, I share basic guidelines plus some challenges and hard truths to be aware of.
  2. What Type of Traveller are you? Is your Travel Pattern a Good Fit for the Miles Game?
    The Miles Game is not for everyone. Complete this 13-point checklist, before you embark/continue on this journey!
  3. Award Redemption Goals: Which Frequent Flyer Program should you transfer your credit card Miles/Points to?
    Don’t jump into the Miles Game aimlessly. Set award redemption goals to avoid future frustrations.

Credit Cards

  1. Best Miles Credit Cards in Singapore
    Compare the best Miles credit cards for each spending category.
  2. Best Cashback Credit Cards in Singapore
    Compare the best Cashback credit cards for each spending category.
  3. My Miles & Credit Card Strategy for 2026
    The Miles Game has evolved significantly in recent years, and the old credit card strategy is no longer as effective. Here’s my low-stress game plan.
  4. Credit Card Sign Up Promotions Singapore
    Compare the best credit card sign up promotions in Singapore, offered by banks and SingSaver. Get welcome rewards like cash, miles and gadgets.
  5. Credit Card Transfer Partners of Miles & Points in Singapore
    Master list of frequent flyer and hotel loyalty programs that you can transfer Singapore credit card miles and points to.
  6. Keeping Track of your Credit Cards
    Keeping proper records of your credit cards and checking your credit score.
  7. How to Check Merchant Category Code (MCC) Before Paying
    A couple of reliable methods to check Merchant Category Code (MCC) before making a payment, to guarantee a good earn rate.
  8. Best Cards to Pair with Amaze
    After multiple nerfs in recent years, let’s have a look at the best miles and cashback cards that are still made better with an Amaze pairing.
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Flights

  1. Finding good flight deals like a boss
    Tips and tricks to find good flight deals, even for premium seats!
  2. Business Class beds visualised
    Generic or proprietary? This is a showdown of 11 popular Business Class beds.
  3. Flying soon? Check this Turbulence Map to Improve your in-flight Experiences
    Plan your meals, nap times, toilet breaks and ease the nerves of a fellow traveller who is afraid of flying with this quick hack.
  4. Priority Pass & DragonPass Lounges in Singapore Changi Airport
    Get FREE food, drinks, haircut, massage, manicure and pedicure before (or after) your next flight.
  5. Singapore Airlines & KrisFlyer Tips, Tricks & Secrets
    Take your flying experiences to the next level. Master this set of tips/tricks, to be a true travel-hacking Kris-Flyer.
  6. How to Check Fuel Surcharges (YQ), Taxes, Fees on Award Flights
    Find out the easiest and fastest ways to check fuel surcharges and other taxes/fees, before making an award redemption.
  7. Guide: How to make EVA Air Infinity MileageLands award bookings for multiple passengers
    Infinity MileageLands offers fantastic value but is shockingly low-tech. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to add nominees for award bookings.
  8. Best ways to search for Oneworld award availability
    Use these methods to search for oneworld award space efficiently, including a lightning-fast way to search Cathay Pacific flights on Asia Miles.

Best ways to redeem Air Miles

  1. Cheapest ways to fly Singapore – Japan, South Korea using Miles
    Use this cheat sheet to decide on which Frequent Flyer Program to use for your next award redemption to/from Japan and South Korea, in any cabin class.
  2. Cheapest ways to fly Singapore – Europe using Miles
    Use this cheat sheet to decide on which Frequent Flyer Program to use for your next award redemption to/from Europe, in any cabin class.
  3. Cheapest ways to fly Singapore – US/Canada using Miles
    Use this cheat sheet to decide on which Frequent Flyer Program to use for your next award redemption to/from the United States and Canada, in any cabin class.
  4. Best ways to redeem Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer miles
    Find out the best ways to redeem KrisFlyer miles for maximum value through these award sweet spots.
  5. KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes
    Save 30% on award flights with the KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes monthly deal. Check out the full list, recommendations and route map.
  6. Best ways to redeem Cathay Pacific Asia Miles
    These sweet spots are the absolute best ways to redeem your Cathay Pacific Asia Miles!

Hotels

  1. Best Hotel Loyalty Programs
    Marriott vs Hilton vs Hyatt vs IHG vs Accor vs GHA Discovery. How do the program and status benefits compare? Who’s worth your loyalty?
  2. How to hack Priceline for incredible savings on hotels worldwide
    If you do not travel enough for a top tier hotel membership, bookmark this page because you HAVE to learn this hack.
  3. Easy Guide: Virtuoso and STARS rates for Marriott properties
    Low hotel rates are here to stay. Virtuoso and STARS must be considered before booking your next stay in a participating hotel.
  4. 2-Player Mode in the Travel Hacking world
    Level-up your travel hacking game with 2-player mode to receive double the bonus, double the benefits, double the savings!
  5. Guide: Earn Miles on Airbnb stays
    Earn an additional 1.5 mpd on Airbnb bookings with just a few extra clicks. Use the right cards for a total earn rate of ~5 mpd.
  6. Best Agoda Promos with Singapore Cards
    Agoda promos for Singapore offering 15%-30% INSTANT hotel discounts, plus credit card miles/cashback. Use cards from DBS, Citibank, HSBC, Maybank, UOB and more.

Best ways to redeem Hotel points

  1. Best ways to redeem Marriott Bonvoy points
    Find out the best ways to redeem your Marriott points for maximum value.
  2. Best ways to redeem World of Hyatt points
    Find out the best ways to redeem your Hyatt points for maximum value.
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Other Guides/Hacks

  1. Values of Miles and Points
    This is how we value our miles and points at the moment. Having a valuation helps us make better decisions when redeeming them for flights or stays.
  2. 14 Travel Hacks that you MUST know before your next overseas trip
    Ready to travel again? Here’s a travel-hacking checklist for your next vacation!
  3. Plane-spotting for beginners (with flow chart)
    Do you know your 737s from your 320s? Or do you only recognize A380s and B747s?
  4. Best Data Roaming Mobile Plans in Singapore
    Stay connected seamlessly as you travel. Here are the best mobile plans in Singapore that include free data roaming.
  5. Beginner’s Guide: How much do you need to SPEND to EARN enough Miles to fly in Business Class?
    It is good to have a rough idea of how much you need to spend to achieve your Premium cabin goals!
  6. Beginner’s Guide to Travelling in China as a non-Chinese speaker
    Things are done differently, and essential travel apps don’t work as expected. This is the article I wish I had before travelling to China.
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Fai

Founder & Writer at Suitesmile

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Fai has been travel hacking for over a decade, visiting 50+ countries through high-value redemptions of miles and points and helping readers save thousands on travel, including in Business and First Class flights and luxury hotels. As a recognized expert, his insights have been featured in major media publications like Channel News Asia and The Straits Times.

All reviews and recommendations come from Fai's own credit card use, travels and research, with rare sponsored articles clearly disclosed.

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