The happy high life, by a happy high wife
A hotel-staying, fine-dining, and doing it at a discount-where-possible kind of blog. And I love bags, too.
Happy High Life
“Nothing is too beautiful, nothing is too expensive” — Ettore Bugatti
LATEST STAYS / EATS
Sky22 @ Courtyard by Marriott Singapore Novena
Sky22, located at Courtyard by Marriott Novena Singapore has gorgeous panoramic views all around. With the American Express Love Dining programme, get up to 50% off when ordering from the a la carte menu – which has a good selection of both local and international delights.
The Rose Veranda high tea @ Shangri-La Singapore
The Rose Veranda is one of the most popular spots for high tea in Singapore. The three-tiered set includes cute little sandwiches inspired by local flavours, elegant pastries in an assortment of flavours, and freshly baked scones that come with clotted cream, lemon curd and marmalade. 10/10 a total winner.
Prego: Fairmont’s Italian dining establishment
Prego: I am guilty of visiting this place far too many times. All in all, this tried-and-tested Italian restaurant at Fairmont Singapore is a perennial favourite – the wholesome Italian pizzas, lovely mains, and sweet desserts always have us coming back for more. Plus, get up to 50% off with Amex Love Dining.
PROMOTIONS / GUIDES
Amex Platinum Reserve: no more S$100 Tower Club voucher; reduced Fraser property stay benefit
As of 1st January 2024, the benefits of the Amex Platinum Reserve card are significantly lessened. The usual 3D2N stay at a participating Fraser’s property will be reduced to 2D1N, and the S$100 Tower Club voucher will be no more.
GST increase to 9% in 2024: impact on Amex cards’ annual fees
GST increase: From 1st January 2024, Singapore will increase its GST from 8% to 9%. Here’s how it will impact American Express cards: new (i.e. more expensive) annual fees in 2024.
S$1728 annual fee: Is the Amex Platinum Charge card worth it?
The S$1728 annual fee for the American Express Platinum Charge card is a hefty one (and, it is slated to increase to S$1744 on 1 Jan 2024, to mirror Singapore’s GST increase from 8% to 9%). Was it worth it for me this year? Here’s my analysis.
THE BAG LIFE
Travel crossbody: Mulberry mini Alexa in Japan
I went to Japan in 2022 and took the Mulberry Mini Alexa along. Super useful, convenient, carries the essentials, and blends in with the environment – especially in some of Japan’s cafes. Check out the pictures right here.
Hermes Constance 18 @ Mandarin Oriental
Brought my Hermes Constance 18 to the Mandarin Oriental hotel Singapore, when we had a wedding anniversary staycation. It’s the perfect little pink bag: cute, chic, and fits the essentials.
Pink Luxury Bags collection: Hermes Chanel Dior
An overview of the pink luxury bags in my collection: the Hermes Birkin, Hermes Constance, Chanel Classic Flap, Chanel wallet on chain (WOC), and two Lady Diors.
“The best things in life are free. The second best, are very expensive.” — Coco Chanel
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