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Korean Air’s Secret – Why 6-hour flights now feel like 1 hour

About Korean Air

Having been around in the industry since 1969, Korean Air has established itself as one of the most premium airline services in the world.

With its wide range of service offerings, from in-flight entertainment to comfortable, luxurious flying, you can be assured that your every needs is met from departure to arrival. For 2018 airline ratings, Korean Air was awarded as the Best Economy Class airline by equipping seats to guarantee the most comfortable economy seats for the passengers. Be prepared to be pampered by their warm service and excellent reliability.

The Korean Air ticket holds numerous possibilities and offerings that you wouldn’t even have imagined. It is no wonder that the airline has been recognized as one of the top 10 airlines in the world!

Flight Comfort

Many people complain about the lack of legroom on their flights. You’ll quickly realise that this isn’t a problem at all with Korean Air – their seat pitch is 34 inches long, designed to give you all the comfort you need.

This is much more spacious compared to other flights carriers whose seat pitches are approximately 31 to 32 inches long, with budget airlines seat pitches at 28 inches long.

Now that’s how you fly comfortably!

Flight Entertainment

Wondering what the best way to shorten your flight journey is? Movies! Korean Air brings you the latest blockbuster movies straight from the cinemas and into your own personal LCD monitors.

You can also plug in and have some of the latest songs, ranging from Pop, Rock or Jazz, and even K-Pop, to accompany you through your journey with Korean Air.

On top of that, if you have trouble resting, why not choose to play one of their many in-flight games? Their state-of-the-art entertainment suite is a treat for everyone of all ages.

In-flight Meals

Begin your Korean experience right from the very start with Korean Air. Korean Air offers customers the convenience and comfort through its award-winning offerings of Korean and international meals. Selected wine services are available with wine flown from France, Chile and Australia. Special meals services are also available for passengers who may have additional dietary restrictions like vegetarian, religious dietary restrictions or allergies.

A must-try is their two-time Mercury Award Winner, Bibimbap. This dish will set your senses ablaze with its delightful tastes, and coupled with the free flow water, juices, soft drinks, wine and alcohol, it is almost a perfect dining experience in the air.

In-flight Services
Personal lights are also available for you if you wish to read on your flight. Korean Air also provides all passengers a copy of the Morning Calm magazine, a publication that seamlessly brings you to some of the best places and most breathtaking sights in the world. Sit back, relax and enjoy!

On top of that, there are plenty of other services available too. Go crazy with shopping on board Korean Air via the duty-free sales, where you can get great deals on your favourite products. Snacks and beverages as well as light meals and services are also provided on certain flights to keep passengers engaged and entertained.

You’ll also notice that each seat comes with a USB port for you to charge your devices. Sweet! Now you never have to worry about a flat phone battery anymore!

Korean Air Boarding Pass Promotions
Not many people know about this, but the Korean Air boarding pass offers you some of the best deals around for attractions, dining and performances around South Korea and beyond.

If you’re visiting South Korea, you can get 20% off your Everland or 30% off Lotte World tickets for a day of fun. You can then enjoy the rich history of South Korea by visiting Jeju Folk Village at 30% off. In the evening, enjoy a performance at NANTA Theater at a 10% discount. Sounds good, right?

You can also expect additional discounts on transportation, such as the Arex Express Train at a discounted price of KRW 6,900 (U.P. KRW 14,500), and hypermarkets like Lotte Mart. With so many good deals all around, it’s hard to say no to flying with Korean Air. Have a look at the deals available for not just South Korea but other countries as well here.

Look no further! Book your ticket from Singapore to Seoul with Korean Air from $677 all-in, by 1 Jan 2018 now! Advance purchase of 90 days applies.

Ideal Places To Visit For Year-End Travels

Over the weekend, I had the pleasure to spend quality time with my childhood friends. Our lengthy conversations led to a topic surrounding our itch to wander overseas. They were highlighting that they want to travel as a group, before the year ends. The brief cycle of months dawned on me!

In the blink of an eye, 2017 is coming to an end. Bid the fruitful year in the best way possible by arranging a memorable vacation or staycation. You do not have to break the bank to experience great adventures.

Consider these 3 ideal destinations:

THE IRRESISTIBLY WELL-ROUNDED BALI

Empty your mind and close your eyes. What is the first thought that pops into your mind when you visualize a relaxing getaway? Personally, I envision strolling at pristine beaches that overlooks the majestic mountains. Bali lets you experience this and more!

From historic temples to luxurious villas, Bali provides opportunities for interactive family sessions. You can climb the famous Mount Batur or take part in a rejuvenating yoga retreat.

Read Also: Tips For Hiking Alone

Saving Tip: Browse through the travel packages that your trusted financial institutions offer. For instance, UOB has the “3D2N Explore Bali Your Way” and “3D2N Ossotel Legian” packages. The former includes a round-trip airfare, airport transfer, accommodation, daily breakfast, and a 10-hour car disposal service. While the latter includes a tailored stay at a aesthetically-pleasing contemporary hotel. Prices for these said packages start at S$448.

THE BRIGHT CITY LIGHTS OF HONG KONG

One of the most accessible countries in the Southeast Asia is Hong Kong. If your fantasy vacation includes the vibrant nightlife and mouthwatering street food, Hong Kong is the place to be!

How can you think twice about going anywhere else when the tempting aroma of Cantonese food breezes past you? Well, delicious meals are hard to resist especially for food-loving Singaporeans. You can also shop until you drop as you discover its bargain shops and markets.

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Saving Tip: Absorb the technique of travel agencies by using comparison sites such as skyscanner.com.sg and cheapflights.com.sg. Thanks to modern technology, you do not have to spend countless hours on the tedious search through every airline out there.

THE ECCENTRICALLY ARTISTIC MELBOURNE

Looking forward to showcase your collection of sweaters and coats? Experience the chilling winds brought by the South Pole as you explore the wonders of Melbourne. Navigate bravely through this city to be greeted by friendly inhabitants and culturally-rich establishments.

As an art junkie, I can recommend visiting their museums. You can drop by the Heide Museum of Modern Art or the Melbourne Museum. You do not want to miss the “Melbourne Cup” every November. This is a massive horse-race event that is celebrated throughout their nation.

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Saving Tip: If you are a spontaneous traveler, consider spotting the last-minute bargains. Last-minute deals come in handy with an occupation of ever-changing schedules. Try visiting Expedia to book for a last-minute flight to Melbourne.

Make Instant Travel Insurance Claims at Changi Airport with HyfeAssure

Consumers typically grapple with various issues when trying to file travel claims with travel insurance providers. For instance, consumers might lack the knowledge with regards to the administrative process of filing claims. This could be due to a lack of provision of clear instructions from the travel insurance provider. It is just as likely that the consumer is not bothered to find out more about the claim process until the actual need arises. Even if the consumer successfully files a claim, the process can potentially be cumbersome due to the multiple verifications required and the lengthy time involved before a claim is successfully processed. As a result, the traveller might remember less about his or her wonderful holiday, but more about the unpleasant experience with the travel insurance provider. The good news is that travellers in Singapore can now cast such worries aside as instant travel insurance claims can now be made at Changi Airport with HyfeAssure.

For the first time in Singapore, HyfeAssure allows travellers instantly process their travel claims at the Changi Recommends counters located across all 4 terminals in Changi Airport. HyfeAssure is an innovative travel insurance product underwritten by HL Assurance for Changi Travel Services. With HyfeAssure, customers can now furnish the necessary supporting documents and submit travel claims for medical expenses, travel delays or misconnections, baggage delays and baggage damages and receive immediate payouts up to $200.

This is how HyfeAssure works:

Upon returning and touching down at Singapore Changi Airport, a HyfeAssure customer can proceed to any of the Changi Recommends counter located at any of the 4 terminals.
Travel claims for cases such as medical expenses, travel delays, baggage delays, baggage damage and travel misconnections can be processed immediately at the Changi Recommends counter.
Customer must furnish the relevant supporting documents such as original medical reports, invoices from medical clinics and baggage loss and travel delay reports from airlines.
Customer service officer at the Changi Recommends counter will make an immediate assessment of these claims. Once approved, the customer can get up to $200 in cash on the spot!

As the process has shown, HyfeAssure instantly brings travel convenience up another notch since its customers can now file and receive travel claims once they touch down.

Besides the convenience factor, HyfeAssure is also competitively priced. Travellers can enjoy 50% off travel insurance when they use the promotional code 50OFF. The low and competitive premium represents excellent value for holiday-goers who would like to have a greater peace of mind when travelling. Therefore, with HyfeAssure, travellers can now kiss goodbyes to bad travel claim experiences ruining their holidays ever again!

Mileslife has recently entered into a partnership with American Express (‘Amex’) that is set to accelerate your KrisFlyer miles earning! This partnership applies to both the American Express® Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Credit Card and the American Express® Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Ascend Credit Card. These are 2 of the most popular credit cards for anyone looking to collect KrisFlyer miles.

For starters, Mileslife is only lifestyle+travel mobile app which allows members to earn their preferred frequent flyer miles from everyday spending such as dining and lifestyle activities at over 2,000 merchants on top of their credit card miles. Merchants range from popular F&B outlets such as Crystal Jade to international hotel chains such as Capella. The miles will be credited into the airline loyalty programme of your choice within 3 to 5 business days as long as they are a partner of Mileslife. Remember that these miles are on top of the regular miles that you may earn with your existing credit cards. So here are more details on how you can turbo charge your American Express Singapore Airlines Credit Cards with Mileslife.

Double Up Your KrisFlyer Miles

As a result of the partnership between Mileslife and Amex, you can potentially earn up to an incredible 10 KrisFlyer miles per S$1 spent on Mileslife! This is an unparalleled mile per dollar rate in the market at this moment. Honestly, collecting KrisFlyer miles have never been easier.

Follow these steps to enjoy this amazing mile per dollar rate.

Enter any of your American Express Singapore Airlines Credit Card into the Mileslife app so that they are captured in the mobile app.
Proceed with your transaction. The applicable miles vary according to the type of purchase or payment that you are going to make with Mileslife.
Simply select your American Express Singapore Airlines Credit Card before making any payment on Mileslife to double up your miles*!

*Do note that this promotion is for a limited time only and expires by 31 October 2017.

Earn Higher Welcome Bonus KrisFlyer Miles

If you are not an existing American Express Singapore Airlines Credit Card Member, there is an additional reason for you to sign up now. Exclusive only during this promotion period, new users who sign up for an American Express Singapore Airlines Credit Card through Mileslife will receive an additional welcome bonus of 2,500 KrisFlyer miles. This is on top of the 5,000 KrisFlyer miles that new applicants would typically receive upon first spend on the Card.

As an illustration, a new user who signs up for the American Express Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Ascend Credit Card via Mileslife can earn up to 41,700 KrisFlyer miles with just retail spend of S$6,000. That is enough to redeem a Business Class round trip to Bangkok on Singapore Airlines!

Unique Bonus Code For MoneyDigest

Readers of MoneyDigest would be pleased to learn that there is an additional welcome bonus code for new Mileslife users. Here are the steps to earn more miles from Mileslife:

Simply download the app on Google Play Store or The Apple Store
Enter “MONEYDIGEST” promo code in the Mileslife App and spend a minimum of S$49 for your first transaction with Mileslife. (Click Account Tab>Click on Promo Code>Enter MONEYDIGEST>Apply)
Enjoy an additional 1,000 bonus miles credited to the airline loyalty programme of your choice within 3 to 5 business days!

With Mileslife, collecting air miles have never been easier and faster! Your next wanderlust could be just a few clicks away.

Singapore On A Budget: 7 Ways To Be A Tourist For A Day

Many Singaporeans are passionate about traveling. They are keen to absorb new cultures, to adapt with unique environments, to discover quality eateries, and to find the “rawness” of a city. Due to several factors, traveling overseas is not always possible. Fortunately for us, exploring the Lion City is amazingly doable!

Consider these seven interesting ideas:

1. The crowds clamor over places with colorful lights, luscious trees, and high-end malls. Experience all these and more by taking a walk around the Singapore River. Follow the The Poor Traveler’s route from Raffles Place to Gardens by the Bay. You will not be needing a tour guide to enjoy this enriching walk.

2. Satisfy your thirst for electrifying musical performances by knowing the right places to look. No-cost performances usually occur at Singapore Botanic Gardens and Esplanade. For instance, Singapore Botanic Gardens recently featured the “A Cappella Festival 2017”.

3. Aside from scoring seats from various performances, you may schedule a karaoke night with your friends. You may invite new co-workers or acquaintances to witness an array of live performances. Karaoke nights offer opportunity for you to socialize and to express yourself. After all, tourists are open to meeting new people.

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4. Paint a bird’s eye view of the beautiful city by exploring the rooftops. Witness the magnificent aerial view of the city by stepping into the ION Sky. ION Orchard’s observatory is open from 3 to 6 PM daily.

5. Man-made skylines are captivating. However, nothing beats the charm of Mother Nature. Take Instagram-worthy photos as you stand in the MacRitchie Reservoir’s Treetop Walk. This is a suspension bridge that connects two highest points (i.e., Bukit Peirce and Bukit Kalang).

6. Many travelers focus on the vibrant art scene of the city. Visiting the local museums is a great start. Improve your knowledge of the Singaporean and Asian culture by visiting the Asian Civilisations Museum or the National Gallery of Singapore. Then, feast your eyes as Esplanade highlights the essence of Chinese arts and culture. Connect with others, be inspired with unique artworks, and open your heart to new artistic experiences.

7. Embody the complete “tourist persona” by capturing your memories at the popular spots in Singapore. Snap cheesy pictures at Sentosa’s Merlion or bright pictures at Haji Lane.

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Do not be afraid to translate your quirkiness in front of the camera. After all, you will only do this for a day! 🙂

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