Link Rewards Programme is giving frequent travelers and those looking to travel again even more reason to celebrate! It has launched Link Travel Deals which serve as an exclusive one-stop portal for 2.4 million Link members’ travel needs.
Travel + Leisure is the exclusive travel provider for Link Rewards members, who can now enjoy privileged access to more than 600,000 hotels, resort stays from $499 a week and savings on more than 345,000 activities and attractions around the world. Airfare and car hires deals are also available. On top of benefitting from travel deals, members also simultaneously earn Linkpoints that can be used to offset future purchases across all Link partners.
Launch Promotions – From Now Until 31 January 2023
For a limited time only from now until 31 Jan 2023, book and spend to get 0.50 Linkpoints for every $1 spent on Link Travel Deals (hotel and resort booking). For this limited time, each new Link Travel Deals account comes with a free Premium upgrade for 90 days, which unlocks the deepest discounts.
What’s more, Link members also enjoy no foreign transaction fees on overseas or non-SGD transactions and not even 1% Visa charges with a Trust card, for a hassle-free holiday when travelling abroad. Learn more here: https://trustbank.onelink.me/CJNL/rqod4vka
Last but not least, Link members can enjoy more savings as they travel the world when they convert Linkpoints to their preferred loyalty points or miles. This includes KrisFlyer, airasia rewards, Cathay Pacific and Park Rewards. Learn more here: https://www.link.sg/exchange
With the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions after 2 years, we can now finally celebrate Christmas with more loved ones this year!
While there’s a lot to plan when it comes to what gourmet to prepare and outfits to put together, don’t let budget be something you have to worry about. This is because Giant is here to make your Christmas shopping pocket-friendly with the ongoing inflation.
Giant is the one-stop shop offering all the convenience you need for a wide range of festive must-haves from gifts to décor and food staples. Let’s take a look at the highlights this year.
Great Gifts
PLUSH BEAR 100CM
Now: $20
Soft, fluffy, and HUGE! This giant plushie is perfect for kids and adults alike. At 100cm tall, it’s one of the biggest plushies out there. Available in various colors, this giant plushie is a must-have gift for anyone who loves cuddles.
HOT WHEELS BASIC CARS
Now: $3
Retail Price: $3.90
Calling all car enthusiasts! If you love sleek and shiny vehicles, you will adore this collection. These authentic designs are perfect for toy car collectors of all ages. Plus, they’re available in an impressive assortment of colors and styles. With details like their real-world inspirations, these lovely cars are sure to impress. Add them to your collection today!
Christmas Snacks and Confectionery
CADBURY DAIRY MILK ADVENT CHOCOLATE
Now: $4.90
Countdown to Christmas Day with the Cadbury Dairy Milk Advent Calendar. What better way to build up the festive mood than to wake up every morning with a chunk of its signature chocolate? There are 25 days of milk chocolate surprises that you can indulge in!
WAFER ROLLS CHOCOLATE PEANUTS
Now: $4.80
These crispy wafer rolls are perfect for your holiday celebrations. It is generously filled with aromatic chocolate peanut cream that will keep your guests munching while waiting for the yuletide feast. A must-have snack for chocolate lovers!
Creative Christmas Décors
$1 CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS
Deck the halls with these assorted Christmas decorations! Giant’s got everything you need to get into the Christmas spirit. From ornaments to tinsel, these decorations are perfect for beautifying your home. Best of all, they’re budget-friendly so you can save some money for presents. Get your home in the holiday spirit today.
CHRISTMAS TREE 160CM
Now: $20
Bring the Christmas spirit into your home with this evergreen tree. Standing at 160cm, it’s the perfect size for adding some extra holiday cheer. And what Christmas tree is complete without ornaments? This is a tree the whole family can enjoy decorating. Get the kids involved and make some amazing holiday memories before the year ends.
Must-Have Party Food Staples
M CELLARS WINES
Now: $20
If there is any time to enjoy a good bottle of wine, Christmas is the time. Pair your Christmas dinner with world-class estate-grown wines from M Cellar. From classics like the cabernet sauvignon and chardonnay to shiraz, pinot noir, and merlot, get them at $20 each at Giant!
BETTY CROCKER FUDGE BROWNIE / MUFFIN MIX
Now: $4
For chocolate lovers, Christmas brownies are a must at the dessert table. If you enjoy plating up Michelin magic in your own home and getting creative, get the fudge brownie or muffin mix from Betty Crocker. You can easily bake a decadent fudge brownie that is chewy with a rich taste of chocolate in every bite!
MEADOWS TRUFFLE POTATO CHIPS 60G
Now: $1
Looking for a gourmet way to add some flavor to your Christmas spread without breaking the bank? Then you should not forget to get Meadows’ popular $1 truffle chips! Made from 100% real potatoes and infused with the best truffle oil, these chips are sure to please even the most discerning palate. And with Meadows’ award-winning taste and quality, you can rest assured you’re getting the best of the best. So don’t wait, add a little affordable luxury to your holiday feast with these bags of chips today.
These fantastic deals are just a sneak peek of what you can expect at Giant this Christmas. There’s more awaiting, guaranteed to make your trip down worthwhile!
And before you head down, we want to let you know that Giant is also holding its first-ever Year-End Pasar Malam at Giant Tampines Hypermarket from 19 November – 4 December with a lineup of exciting food stores, games, and festive light-up.
You can expect all of your favorites including Taiwanese crispy chicken, sweet potato balls, Ramly burgers, Thai milk tea, durians, and more!
All cooked food purchases at the Pasar Malam will entitle shoppers to a $5 OFF $80 Giant Shopping Voucher. Redeemable at Giant Tampines Hypermarket and all Giant stores in Singapore.
Take advantage of the FREE parking while you’re there. Not driving? Take the FREE shuttle bus from Bedok and Tampines MRT to get there. For more information, click through this link to find out more.
Wait no more and hurry down today! Have a joyful, GIANT Christmas.
With 50% off Tech Deals and Buy 1 Get 1 Beauty Deals from 25 to 28 November, you don’t want to miss out on major price markdowns on the most sought-after electronics, beauty essentials and more.
This weekend of incredible deals is also the best time to pick up gifts for your loved ones. If you’re not sure where to start, here are some key highlights you can expect during the sale.
For the tech junkies
From 25 to 27 November, be the first in line to shop thousands of electronic items from televisions and smartphones, to laptops and Nintendo Switch consoles at 50% off during the Electrifying Tech Sale! We’re also seeing massive discounts on home items from brands such as Sterra, Prism, Tineco, Xiaomi, Samsung and more. Do you know you can get a Samsung Washer for only $659 instead of the recommended retail price of $949.00? Shopee really made it feel like Christmas came early with these prices! Don’t miss out on deals, such as:
If you’re looking to stock up on your beauty essentials, then get ready for Shopee’s Buy One Get One Beauty Galore and Cyber Monday Beautyholics Sale! Rejuvenate and pamper yourself with best-selling luxe beauty products at exclusive “Buy 1 Get 1” prices from brands such as Sulwhasoo, Clinique, Laneige and many more. And why not take this opportunity to pick up some holiday gift sets so that everyone gets to indulge in a little self-care this Christmas. Some of these attractive deals include:
Best of all, you can join Shopee Beautyholics for free to enjoy even more savings and perks! Thank us later!
For the fashion-obsessed
Put your annual year-end bonus to good use and treat yourself to a designer handbag you deserve during Shopee’s PayDay Sale (Luxe Treats for All). Shopee’s featured livestream sellers have a wide assortment of sleek and stylish handbags, apparels and versatile accessories from brands, such as Louis Vuitton, Chloe, Gucci, YSL and more. Tune into daily livestreams after 6pm to snag your dream bag at a good price.
Shopee Mall Blackout Sale
Shopee Mall is another space definitely worth keeping an eye on. Expect to score a ton of amazing deals with their Holiday Brand Boxes. Don’t miss this chance to get your hands on stellar deals from PRISM+, Samsung, Zenyum and more! The icing on the cake? Take part in the Shopee Mall Top Spender Giveaway and stand a chance to walk away with up to $300 worth of prizes from POCO and Zenyum — so don’t hold back and shop till you drop!
So what are you waiting for? Read on to find out some of our favorite picks and the most popular gift ideas below:
Powered by the Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 4G (4 nm) CPU processor, the Huawei Mate 50 Pro is set to revolutionize the way we use smartphones. Launching exclusively on Shopee on 26 Nov, the flagship product sports the 50MP primary, 64MP 3.5x telephoto, and 13MP ultrawide-angle shooters— scoring the top spot on DXOMARK’s list of the best smartphone cameras. What’s more, customers who purchase the Huawei Mate 50 Pro on Shopee can score a free CK030 wireless charger + Freelace Bluetooth Earphone worth $98 in total. What a deal!
If you’re looking for a multi-purpose vacuum that tackles everything from messy, sticky spills to pet hair, enter the Tineco Floor One S3 Smart Vacuum. This cordless vacuum allows you to mop and vacuum at the same time using their proprietary iLoop™ Smart Sensor Technology. When it senses dirt and debris, it automatically adjusts the suction and water flow, leaving floors shiny and clean in one sweep. It also comes with a self-cleaning cycle to clean the roller brush and the internal tubes automatically without having you to touch a dirty roller brush.
The Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 is the ideal earpiece if you are looking for a pair of comfortable wireless earbuds. Its ergonomic design ensures you get all-day comfort as it sits softly inside the ear. It delivers unmatched sound with improved bass so that you can immerse in studio-quality sound while on the go!
Football fans, don’t miss the chance to score the FIFA 21 game for your PlayStation 5 console. With more options to play than ever before, it allows you to take control of the most realistic gameplay and let your creativity run wild. Powered by the Agile Dribbling system, you can easily control a player with more responsive footwork and unleash different skill moves. With the World Cup fever catching on, this is the perfect opportunity to live out your football dreams.
Upgrade your TV today with the Xiaomi A2 58″ TV. Experience an epic visual display with their full screen Premium 4K Ultra HD display that reveals images in all their exquisite detail. The ultra-narrow bezel design allows you to immerse yourself in magnificent colours, bringing breathtaking images to life. Enjoy cinematic audio experience with the in-built 2 × 10W stereo speakers beefed up by Dolby Vision and DTS-HD audio support.
Get long-lasting hydration for your skin with the Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel. Nourish and repair your skin with Clinique’s customized 3-Step Skin Care System. Dermatologically tested and suitable for oily skin, this moisturising gel delivers 8 hours of oil-free hydration to leave your skin smooth and glowing!
Perfect for sensitive skin, the CETAPHIL Gentle Skin Cleanser is a gentle, soap-free cleanser that gently removes dirt and excess oil while soothing and hydrating the skin, preserving the skin’s moisture barrier. The hypoallergenic and fragrance-free formula minimises the risk of sensitivity and leaves your skin smooth and supple post wash.
The Fresh HY Laundry Detergent Capsule is a premium quality liquid detergent soap contained within a compact, a water-soluble packet that easily dissolves in the water. It combines deep cleansing power with antibacterial and anti-dust mite properties for softer, cleaner and fresher-smelling laundry. Simply toss this capsule into the washing machine and say goodbye to messy spillages!
The holiday shopping season has already begun and Shopee’s Black Friday Cyber Monday Sale is packed with tons of great deals on all kinds of different products. With special promotions like 50% off Tech deals and Buy 1 Get 1 Beauty Deals, you definitely don’t want to sit this one out!
Year-end travel bookings are fast approaching! How can you celebrate your birthday without disappointing your guests? Fret not! It is possible to embrace the strangeness of celebrating while overseas.
Take a moment to plan your virtual party. From virtual party games to virtual potlucks, here are some fun and budget-friendly ways to honor your big day while you are overseas!
#1: ENJOY A MOVIE NIGHT
The Netflix Party app allows you to watch a movie simultaneously with multiple viewers. It lets one person start and stop whatever you are watching for the whole group to stay on track. What’s more? It gives you a chat room to discuss what you are watching.
#2: HAVE A VIRTUAL POTLUCK
Nothing beats a party filled with food. If you and your relatives or friends love cooking, pick a cuisine or a theme for your potluck. Allow everyone to showcase their dishes while you are at a virtual party. Everyone can eat together and describe their creations in entertaining ways. The most creative entry will win!
#3: OPEN THE VIRTUAL VISITING HOURS
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Who can decline to a party when the visiting hours are forgiving? Post a message that they can come any time from “0:00am to 0:00pm”. You can set the Zoom meeting to a recurring one to allow visitors to drop by any time. Just send them the link to your party and be ready to say: I am so glad that you could make it! This is especially helpful when you are separated by different time zones.
#4: PLAY CHARADES
Virtual parties can have a variety of games such as Bingo and Charades. When attempting to host a party via video meeting, embrace the technical glitches that can happen. No activity is better suited to this platform than charades. Pick a topic that the majority enjoys such as the famous singers or iconic Singaporean food.
The death of Queen Elizabeth II marks the start of a new era for the United Kingdom, but it is fraught with economic uncertainty and the loss of one of its pillars of stability.
Queen Elizabeth II, the UK’s longest-serving monarch, has died at the age of 96. She died peacefully last Thursday at Balmoral Castle, Scotland. She is succeeded by her eldest son, who was proclaimed King Charles III hours after her death.
Queen Elizabeth II was one of the pillars of stability and continuity as her reign spanned from the aftermath of WWII to the 2016 Brexit vote and the 2020 global pandemic. She symbolized consistency in a world of constant change. With the news of her passing, thousands of Brits gathered outside Buckingham Palace in the pouring rain to pay their respects.
Her passing will be followed by a period of solemn ceremony, during which no government announcements will be made until after her funeral. This will then be marked with a public holiday in approximately 10 days. Moreover, the Bank of England has postponed its monetary policy meeting by a week.
SUSPENSION OF NORMAL POLITICS
The Queen’s final act of public service was the appointment of UK’s new prime minister Liz Truss. Merely days after her appointment, the suspension of normal politics went in place.
Truss enters at a time when the country is experiencing its worst economic outlook in years, a deepening energy crisis, and an increased inequality.
Hours before the Queen’s passing, Truss outlined her plans to combat the UK’s cost-of-living issues, unveiling a broad stimulus package, which is designed to help households and businesses struggling to cope with the soaring prices of energy bills. The package could cost as much as £150 billion (about S$243 billion), according to analysts at Berenberg. Finance minister Kwasi Kwarteng is set to confirm the package’s price tag later this month.
INCREASING RECESSIONARY RISKS
Goldman Sachs warned that the UK could fall into recession in the fourth quarter of this year, which echoed the earlier forecasts from the Bank of England. The British pound has already been on a downward spiral over the past several months, hitting a 37-year low of $1.1469 last Wednesday.
Historian and Professor of King’s College London Andrew Roberts said: “We are facing a massive cost-of-living crisis in the UK, obviously, and what people want to see is the Royal Family reflecting that.”
CHANGES IN BANKNOTES
The UK banknotes which feature the portrait of the Queen will continue to be legal tender, according to the Bank of England. Additionally, it would announce its plans to print new banknotes with a portrait of King Charles III after the period of mourning.
