Author: Sze Rong Tham

I live life a little wilder and happier.

You still have a chance to make 2017 an unforgettable year for you with Emirates’ Great Singapore Sale (GSS) promotional fares. This June, Emirates gives you a reason to start planning for your next dream vacation. All-inclusive Economy Class fares now start at S$469 from Singapore to select destinations, while Business Class fares start at S$1,869. Bookings can be made from now till 26 June 2017 for travels anytime between 20 June and 31 December 2017. Take this opportunity to explore far-flung destinations with Emirates’ extensive partnerships in various regions. Put your Emirates boarding pass to full use by flashing it to gain exclusive…

Read More

A complete gym experience in just 30 minutes – that’s what Ritual Gym pledges to do for you. If you are a busy executive or someone who is always on the go, there’s no reason why Ritual Gym shouldn’t be your top gym choice with its ideal central locations and fuss-free experience. In a swift 16 – 20 minutes, you are motivated to go as fast and as hard as you can to get the maximum grind. Be challenged at varying levels of customised HIIT circuits that will get you sweating and burning calories in less than 10 minutes. As we’re…

Read More

The Escape Hunt isn’t just another escape room in Singapore. It is a one of a kind experience that is guaranteed to be challenging and mind-boggling — a test of your hidden Sherlock Holmes abilities. A lover of anything mystery and horror related, escape rooms are always my go-to activity when I’m in need of a routine change (from my movies, shopping and food hangout dates). What makes this place different is its focus on customer service and puzzle-based escape room mysteries. I was immediately welcomed by an Asian-European ambience when I first stepped into the place. With its central location…

Read More

Have you always wanted to join the Spartan Race or Viper Challenge but feel like you just aren’t gungho enough? Here’s what you can do instead: The Velocity Urban Attack. Back in its fifth year, this 11-obstacle challenge that spans from the outdoor court to the inside of the mall at Novena would be the ultimate challenge for both novices and experts. From Hanging Tires to Quad Steps, you are in for nothing short of a thrilling experience. There will be two main categories in this competition – The Men’s and Women’s Open, and the Best-dressed Urban Warrior. Dress up…

Read More

Serangoon Gardens is definitely home to much more than Chomp Chomp. myVillage, a lifestyle mall at Serangoon Gardens, will have its annual ‘A Rooftop Affair’ this 17 June 2017 with British singer, Nathan Sykes headlining the event.  As the youngest member of The Wanted, Nathan Sykes kicked off his solo debut with his well-known duet  ‘Almost Is Never Enough’ with Ariana Grande. His recently released debut album ‘Unfinished Business’ has his fans swooning worldwide with his repertoire of romantic singles. With A Rooftop Affair being such a special and exclusive event, you’re only be able to attend if you spend $100 at myVillage Serangoon…

Read More

Fun nights out in Singapore don’t always have to include clubbing or alcohol. Cosmic Bowling is perfect for all you worn-out party animals who just need a change in nightlife scenery.  Cosmic bowling is bowling with a twist — the lights are dimmed and the pins light up! You get to bowl with luminous balls and pins in a glow-in-the-dark atmosphere, with disco lights and dance music. I had the chance to experience it at The Chevrons Orchid Bowl which is a 10-minute walk from Jurong East MRT. Located at the 4th level, I was transported into a whole new party atmosphere upon stepping in.…

Read More

The M1 Peer Pleasure Youth Theatre Festival is back from 22 July – 5 August 2017. With this year’s theme focusing on ‘The Other’, the festival wants you to explore and confront the differences in society in order to better understand each other. Through various performances and a series of engagement programmes, there is definitely something for everyone. Each play will touch on youth-centric topics such as interracial relationships, social media’s influence on lifestyles and mental illness in our society. The plays are written and staged by youths, and you may find some of them relatable to your own experiences, leaving you…

Read More

The Esplanade celebrates its newly-launched arts and lifestyle space with the Annexe Open House this 20 & 21 May 2017. For those who have been missing out on Singapore’s current slew of festivals, you won’t want to miss this gathering of passionate artists, lifestyle experts and F&B options from Esplanade Mall. From coffee appreciation by Suzette’s Brews to creating a ‘first-aid kid’ aromatherapy workshop with The Naturalist Grandeur, the Annexe Open House boasts a one-of-a-kind compilation of workshops. If hands-on activities aren’t your thing, bask in lovely local tunes or engage in spoken poetry by familiar names like Cyril Wong and Pooja Nansi. As for…

Read More

Hong Kong is so much more than just your usual dim sum and shopping travel destination. This summer, the Hong Kong Tourism Board introduces to you the city’s biggest street art festival, HKWalls 2017, held at the new creative district. 64 Wong Chuk Hang Rd, Aberdeen has been transformed with streets of graffiti art done by an amalgamation of Southeast Asian artists to jazz up your Instagram game or spice up your OOTD shots. I am sure that seeking out Instagrammable spots is now a must-do when you travel. These art walls will provide you with the perfect shots to…

Read More

The West isn’t just all about ice-skating anymore. Let ’em Play has recently opened at Tradehub 21 and now gives you an easy and accessible option of something new to do! Let ’em Play by The WOW Experience not only has Singapore’s very first Augmented Reality Wall, but also houses a two-storey high, kid-friendly indoor high elements obstacle course. Augmented Reality Climbing Wall We’ve heard of indoor rock climbing… but Augmented Reality (AR) Climbing? Well, to put it simply, it’s bouldering made much more exciting. With options to play individually or as a team, the AR wall at Let ’em Play offers four exciting…

Read More

If you have missed out on the recent OSIM Sundown Marathon, you’ll want to sign up for the Puma Night Run happening this 26 August 2017 at Seletar Aerospace Park. With an easy option of either the 12km or 6km run, choose to run individually or as a team from 7pm onwards — enough time for you to beat the heat but still enjoy the evening breeze.  Be creative and include other glow-in-the-dark accessories to complement your running outfit as PUMA is set to reward not just the fastest, but also the funkiest runners. With wide running paths along the route…

Read More

After the recent rave about The Breakup List, Toggle has a delicious new serving on hand: Patisserie Fighting! Featuring Kit Chan and Taiwanese actor Chris Lee, this eight-episode mandarin web series revolves around the ups and downs of pastry-making, and how it helps two people discover what they truly love about one another. English subtitles are available, and this home-grown production is airing from now till late May 2017. The actors are a special highlight in this series — with Kit Chan as a doctor turned amateur baker, See Yu Tin, and Chris Lee playing the manly and mysterious baker and…

Read More

Theatre lovers will be more than familiar with the Pangdemonium brand in Singapore. Come 19 May 2017, the performers are back with their very first commissioned and staged piece of new Singapore writing, Tango. Inspired by true events from the blog “4 Relative Strangers” by James D. Williams, Tango is a play that focuses on gay rights. The story centers around a family that includes a mixed-race pair of fathers with an adopted son, Jayden. Upon their decision to move back to Singapore after living in suburban England, an insidious incident happens at a local Chinese restaurant. What unfolds after…

Read More

The Local People X Singapore Changi Airport brings you Travel Essentials this upcoming labor day long weekend! That’s 29 & 30 April 2017. Born from a desire to give the young and old an avenue to showcase their goods & stuff, The Local People strives to create art markets and events that will reinvent familiar local spaces into a space where like-minded communities can congregate. This time, The Local People finally moves to the East to share with us more than what our world-class airport can already offer. With the theme focusing on travelling essentials, do look out for unique hand-made…

Read More

Happening this 28 April to 14 May 2017, the annual Singapore Heritage Festival is back to fill you up with stories and a greater appreciation for our sunny home. This time, it’s back with more interesting ways to explore the nooks and crannies of Singapore and uncover the lesser-known stories of shared spaces and way of life. Take part in heritage trails, tours, open houses and performances at spots all over the island. When it says that you will be exploring every nook and cranny, Singapore Heritage Festival really goes everywhere. This year’s edition introduces ‘SHF Takes over!’ which allows visitors to…

Read More