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
Clove buffet review: Swiss-themed buffet at Swissotel the Stamford
The buffet at Clove is a blend of Swiss, international, and local flavours. Highlights include: a huge variety of salads, Western mains, a traditional Swiss Raclette station, loads of dessert, and the best cheesecake ever. Up to 50% off with Amex Love Dining.
BENOIT Kyoto: French fare at The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu
BENOIT Kyoto is a Michelin-starred dining establishment located at The Hotel Seiryu Kyoto Kiyomizu. Enjoy a lovely and carefully prepared French course meal in a beautiful setting, complete with views of the Hokan-ji Temple (Yasaka Pagoda).
Yan Ting @ St. Regis: Cantonese Fine Dining
Yan Ting at St. Regis Singapore occupies a special place in my heart. Using skilled Cantonese cooking techniques, diverse ingredients, and refined presentation – dining here is truly an experience. The friend and I who dined in received 50% off with Amex Love Dining.
PROMOTIONS / GUIDES
2025 Amex Platinum Charge Card: statement benefits
The S$1,204 statement credits for the American Express Platinum Charge Card was a benefit that card holders enjoyed in 2023 and 2024. In 2025, the perks remain similar – except that the benefits will be split into a bi-annual rather than an annual basis.
Vouchers for American Express Platinum Charge and Platinum Reserve cards (as of mid to late 2024)
Here’s the list of Vouchers for American Express Platinum Charge Card and Platinum Reserve Card holders (updated as of mid to late 2024): categories include vouchers for hotel, dining, and spa.
Amex Tower Club voucher: S$100 reduced to S$50
Bad news for American Express Platinum Charge Card holders: Tower Club voucher is downgraded from S$100 to S$50. Slight disappointment, but I still love Amex.
THE BAG LIFE
Saint Laurent WOC (Wallet on Chain): a review
Say hello to one of the most versatile mini bags ever: The Saint Laurent WOC (Wallet On Chain) has 20 card compartments, a removable chain, scratch resistant matelassé textured-leather.
Constance 18 @ FIRE at 1-Atico
Took the Hermes Constance 18 in Rose Confetti to FIRE at 1-Atico. Cute, chic, and carrying just the day’s essentials, she is the perfect companion for a minimalist day.
Hermes Kelly 28 at Shangri-La’s High Tea
The Kelly 28 in Gold is one of my favourite and most-used Hermes bags. Brought it out for Afternoon Tea one day at Shangri-La Singapore. Mostly bag pictures in this post.
“The best things in life are free. The second best, are very expensive.” — Coco Chanel
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