10 Things I Wish They'd Told Us Before Moving to Singapore!

[@foodmore]

As a 35 year old Singaporean, I probably have not watched local tv for the past 10+ years. It’s basically KZbin and Netflix for me.

[@TheIllusionCulpritMC]

Ch8 9.00 dramas are still quite nice

[@jayleyy]

@@TheIllusionCulpritMC the forest survival guide by Rebecca and Felicia? I agree! I haven't watch local drama since Arts Central was taken down. But if we compare the plot to foreign drama, we still have a long way to go.

[@tommyfield8449]

@@jayleyy not just Arts central.. i think Channel U & before that Channel I(which were more to local sports channel) got torn down.

[@Stellaplayspipa]

@@tommyfield8449 Maybe you guys can start by supporting music and arts in Singapore..

[@Jerrell1904]

True. But the channel 8 shows at 9 pm is the best

[@noisettevintage]

Wow i guess i really miss the two of you guys on a video together

[@CrazyFanaticMan]

They still together?

[@meifernlee4410]

If you are sure that they are overcharging you, ask them back for the money, if they refused, get the police to settle for you.. we do not condone cheating in Singapore，know your rights , don’t let others take advantage of you just because you are a foreigner.

[@sgeternity2012]

Lol, most likely it’s not as straightforward as you think it is. You try call police when paying for mix vege food vendor, you will be laughed at. It happens for Singaporeans too, or some other race buying certain food from non ethnic race. Give and take... better ask first before paying

[@cmxo-w3b]

@@sgeternity2012 so true - I’m not charged the same as my Malay friends when I get Nasi Padang

[@JQLee-cr5sk]

Pretty sure overcharging for foreigners / Caucasians are very rare, unless you buy food from a touristy area where they blind charge you. Either never go back to the black shop or lodge a complain with CASE (Consumers Association of Singapore) if you feel you have been overcharged.

[@violetlin8959]

@@JQLee-cr5sk Not very rare. My international classmates often getting a different price until I pop out from behind and questioned the boss what was that dodgy price. In an unlucky situation, the boss thinks I'm a foreigner too and overcharge me a lot, A lot! Definitely not going back to those places. Those stores that I experienced are food court, drinks stall, digital shop, and heartland mall.

[@JQLee-cr5sk]

@@violetlin8959 Sorry to hear that, doesn't really happen to my own international classmates. But I am pretty sure Singapore is very against overcharging foreigners by vendors. Best to make sure you are issued receipt and prices are clearly labelled.

[@sumit6190p]

The Boy is back. So Shiok.

[@chensoonteo]

I used to work in a British bank in Singapore where we work shifts with the London office. Once I was working in office past 12 midnight because I had task to complete. I couldn't finish it and asked the London colleagues to cover for the remainder. It was nearly 5pm UK time. I got told off by the London office for "handing over work last minute". Greatest culture shock ever for me, because it was just 5pm in the UK and I was still in office at midnight!

[@FARID1870]

Try working with Australians on Friday. They knock off at 5pm their time / 2pm Spore time. Means any work to be completed for a Monday deadline is screwed if not handed over earlier.

[@ebonyloveivory]

@@FARID1870 That's insane tho?! hahaha do they not realize the concept of time zones??? hahahaha

[@FARID1870]

@@ebonyloveivory they do but knocking off at 5pm on Fri is sacred!

[@ebonyloveivory]

@@FARID1870 Honestly😆 not that I am advocating for workaholics or a lack of work life balance, but I think that with companies that work globally, both sides must compromise on a standard time. Instead of simply catering to one party only. Hahaha it will be unfair to others and it might mean that others have to work outside of their own office hours lol

[@tasenille]

Im a singaporean working in the UK and i completely agree with what you said about work culture. At the moment, Uk work culture is still strictly 9-5 and at 5pm on the dot, everyone leaves. I think its in asian culture where employees are obliged to work overtime

[@ymhktravel]

I think it depends what type of industry and what company you work in. I leave on the dot, at times even earlier, and rarely do I stay late.

[@treelo11]

And if you have corporate subsidies for your personal phone (not even a work phone) the company will use that as an excuse to say that you should be contactable on the weekends.

[@GeorgiaCaney]

fabulous news haha

[@ianstreet5724]

Yet the KZbinr Ghib Ojisan talks often about how relaxed Singapore work culture is compared to Korea and Japan. Swings and roundabouts, I guess. I currently work in the UK but used to work in the health care sector in Singapore; there is an equal amount of wayang presenteeism in both countries.

[@violetlin8959]

It really depends on the industry and location. I worked in London for 2 companies. I have colleagues pressured and worked together till 3am in the office without overtime pay. Of course, they were frustrated and quit shortly after that. I have another project manager who races against time, liaises between our department and the client until 5 min before entering the boarding gate at Heathrow Airport. Imagine spending her annual leave this way, calling and emailing us with luggage? Leaving at 5pm is not really a thing in the media and advertising industry. People are going to be very jealous if you leave early like 5.30pm or 5.45pm. The situation gets out of hand sometimes, esp. when one of your teammates decided to get too drunk with a bottle of Prosecco on the desk, in the evening, near the deadline.

[@sayurik]

Charging you a higher price is so mean! Especially when the pricing board was right in front of you. I didn’t know it was a thing, it should be illegal 😡

[@GeorgiaCaney]

mmm :(

[@sohfihamid4164]

Work life balance in SG is a challenge.., ridiculous and continuous text messages from colleagues about work on weekends

[@gotmyonu1027]

Probably is like that every where is the world... Especially, in the cities.

[@itsFisch]

@@gotmyonu1027 Not really, I lived in Munich recently. And you cannot expect a reply from anyone after 5.30 pm or over the weekend. On the other hand I have received emails at 11.30pm and on Sunday in Singapore.

[@GeorgiaCaney]

agreed!

[@gotmyonu1027]

@@itsFisch yet so many foreigners still want to live in SG?

[@itsFisch]

@@gotmyonu1027 well if the money is good enough then sure why not. Whether they choose to become PR/citizens or not, now that's a different story.

[@lionellhwang5153]

Best all-rounder. Probably Grab Mastercard? Also, there's a reason why most shops dont accept AMEX. It is also the reason why users can rack up so much benefits. AMEX charges shops commissions at rates that are easily double or more of Visa/Mastercard.

[@ivintage]

Yup, AMEX charges 5%+ in commission/fees from vendor vs the 2-3 from visa/mc

[@JQLee-cr5sk]

You can topup your Grab Mastercard with AMEX. where you may get miles and still pay for stuff while getting grab points. Also, the "paywave" function for visa/mc has recently been cancelled by many vendors, i believe due to softbank...

[@JJboy4Flower]

hi there, for groceries. You may try other mart such as Sheng shiong, prime market. They are at a budget related range

[@edwardalcantara66]

Radio depends on which frequency. Top hits will be 98.7. Oldies is 90.5, love songs will be 95.0 or 98.0 and 92.0 is mixed songs that you want to hear voted from their website

[@hipposamadesu]

Try using Singlish when ordering food, these food sellers will take the hint you are not tourists who can be easily cheated 😁

[@tattletrail5860]

Good tip!

[@coffeemanx]

Just open with “uncle” or “auntie”

[@abdouindubai6346]

I'm planning to move there in singapore, Now I'm living and working in Dubai, This video helps me to understand a bit more about SG

[@studytimelapseforyou]

Welcome!! If you are coming hahah

[@cecilialim8253]

Welcome to Sunny Singspore😎😎😎😎

[@abdouindubai6346]

@@cecilialim8253 Thank u Cecilia 🤗

[@meifernlee4410]

Interesting fact, We actually did not have so much payment methods before, we used to pay mainly by cash, nets or credit cards until our PM visited China and not knowing how to pay via digital payment, all these payments started after that visit...

[@fez877]

I would say its good. I'm lazy to keep track with all the payment platform, I usually just tap my card. Don't like to fiddle with my phone during payment.

[@rexchan8]

I have to admit that living overseas and travelling to various different developed countries, Singapore's tap water is still the best tasting despite it being 'Newater' 😂. I can easily just refill my water bottle at any place, even a public toilet without any worry of getting sick. It's the little things that us Singaporeans take for granted when we are home.

[@joshualee6765]

st louis in the usa has one the best tasting tap waters in the usa cuz budweiser company owns the water company to make their mass produced beer... and its triple filtered

[@RobandJenny]

Hey guys! We currently work in London and gotta say hours can be long... Depends on the industry but I think lockdown has exaggerated the situation if anything! Think the situation is different outside the city 👍

[@GeorgiaCaney]

curious to know if you get paid for overtime there? Paid overtime is not common practise here but more a cultural norm (to work extra hours for no pay)

[@san-ju30]

Paid overtime is usually only for lower level staff with low pay. Some firms used to pay back hours up to a certain number per year.

[@MsEverAfterings]

Definitely will miss your videos on Singapore when you guys move back to the UK!

[@Fatimahsukor]

generally when singaporeans travel, we always say we’re from our neighbouring country 😛 so we get a cheaper price

[@Sunflower-bo2mc]

Malaysia?

[@tuesdae666]

@@Sunflower-bo2mc shhhh. Don't let them know.

[@SuperBeeean]

whoa i never knew this life hack! i think it only works in some places though, when i was in korea ppl seemed to have a good impression of singapore so they liked talking to us and giving us "service" i.e. free stuff HAHA

[@tuesdae666]

@@SuperBeeean it's not good or bad impressions so much as they think Singaporeans have more money.. So it's not so easy to bargain for lower prices. Lol.

[@Jerrell1904]

@@tuesdae666 The only things we do to save money is eating the food samples :P

[@G2H_HellBringer]

I'm local and sometimes I get charged differently as well. It's probably got something to do with the fact that I always order in English.

[@humanshieldz]

Simple, i don't see prices displayed i don't eat there

[@yuunn9339]

@@humanshieldz lmao great tip

[@shibume69]

Re: radio broadcasts - different stations (ie. different frequencies) play different genres of music

[@Rocky_Johnson]

This is how I work: Monday to Friday: 8am to 5pm. Monday to Friday: 7pm to 10pm (My own time!) Saturday: Approx. 12pm to 3pm (My own time!) Sunday: Approx. 12pm to 6pm (My own time) Yes, I've some leisure time which is after 10om to 12am on weekdays and 3/4 of Saturdays and 1/2 of Sundays. In return, I feel kind of "peaceful" during my return to office on Monday to Fridays (8am to 5pm). This work schedule of mine is true ever since the Circuit Breaker starts in April 2020. So it is about 8-months already.

[@choonkeonglim6178]

Amex is not popular because the credit card charges to the merchant is way higher than Visa/Mastercard.

[@MrDMTvs]

I guess paynow is the most common payment method? Paylah is just a payment method created by DBS. Normally I will use either apple pay or paynow for convenience sake, unless the special discounts are really significant~

[@imranadnan10]

On radio - 987fm usually plays the latest music, like Capital in the UK.

[@matthewong1953]

I hate the confusing payment systems in singapore. I am a Singaporean and I am confused!

[@limchyehock6722]

Just stick to one.

[@JQLee-cr5sk]

Nothing too confusing, just use paywave with your credit card, get one visa / mastercard / amex.

[@Xavierity]

yep, usually I use visa paywave. If not then netts will do.

[@TheIllusionCulpritMC]

JUST USE ONE OR TWO I always use grabpay and nets

[@studytimelapseforyou]

Just use cash...

[@nightowl4121]

The soldiers in Singapore, drank straight out of the tap water, after field training. It was very refreshing to say the least.

[@ebonyloveivory]

For the groceries aspect, I think it's pretty much expected that your international favourites are going to be way more expensive because we're importing them. Fresh produce (more so if it's organic) from such places like NZ, UK, USA have to be expedited at a higher cost. We're not an agricultural country even though there are farms. Just like how Asian spices/ produce will be more expensive in European countries. Also since you know that there are other varieties / cheaper options are available elsewhere, you can make the trip maybe twice a month to those places. I assume since the both of you are drawing an expatriate pay (or at least comparable to the locals) to be living the lifestyle that you have now, it is still acceptable to be shopping at cold storage for example.

[@checkz2099]

I usually pay by nets or paywave. If you have a visa/mastercard card, it probably allows for paywave, all you gotta do is tap your card on the reader.

[@sianzations2605]

American Express charges the merchant more interest. So, many merchants choose not to accept American Express, since VISA and MASTER are essentially enough.

[@heathersks]

Regarding work life balance, I think it stems from our education. If you ask any secondary student, you will realise that a lot of us are stressed and often do our homework during the weekends. It is, in my opinion, a serious matter, because even as a student, I cannot unwind and relax even if there is no work to do, because work outside and inside school is always on my mind, I constantly chase my fellow students for work and more. It will be a problem that will cause some adverse effects in the future I think, since the “always working” mode is engrained into us since young. Sadly, when I have no work to do, I feel strange, since I’m constantly trying to meet deadlines and chasing people, therefore I think this matter stems from young, and I agree it is something hard for a foreigner to adapt to

[@Sunflower-bo2mc]

Same, as a student whenever I walk by my desk I have this sudden jolt of “I need to study”

[@alvinmah6148]

📻 98.7FM plays the latest hits. 98FM, 95FM & 92FM plays a mixture of new and old songs. 90.5FM plays all old hits. 92.4 FM plays only classical music. If you want listen to the latest hits, just tune to 98.7 FM.

[@TeodoraMateeva]

I live and work in the UK, about to move to Singapore. I think there is a more clear separation between work/life as people are not willing to reply to emails outside of hours, etc. but it might depend on where you work. I definitely noticed some people can't be reached during the weekend in the UK as well and it's considered completely normal.

[@atikah_zn]

As a Singaporean, I absolutely loathe the work culture here. In other countries, people work to live. Here, people live to work. >_

[@sayurik]

Try working in Japan or Korea 😂

[@brandenongkp]

Many are jobless in Europe.

[@jimw8615]

Sayuri Kinomoto indeed. These are hardcore.

[@julias8763]

Russia is the same for most people... live to work, just to make ends meet

[@unkniwdead3516]

SG is a multi racial, fast pace society, lawful and very international country. We have people from all walks of life. More than 80% own and lived in HDB. The rest are landed properties. No beggars or homeless people in the street. If you are not born here or understand our history since independence, it would be good to know so that you can appreciate SG more. If you want stay in SG, one have to learn to adapt and accept. Tolerance and patience are our key points. Crimes like fake news, kidnap, drug, robbery, corruption , riot, protest etc etc will not be tolerated. SG is a peace loving country, so do enjoy your stay here.

[@dontbearunaway]

Are they still together ?

[@annan2655]

Don't know about the rest of the UK but in London in top industries/firms you are certainly expected to work way more than 9-5. Obviously, everyone now has work emails on their phones and are expected to reply again outside of 9-5 hours. Maybe, if you work in a less demanding job your hours could be better. However, if you work on a less demanding job I'm not sure how you can afford living in London.

[@macxpert3588]

Try shopping at Fair Price and Giant. The prices are quite OK. Australian food is more expensive than buying it in Australia as you would expect. Also try living on the East Coast, lots of ex pats and Aussies. Everyone speaks English and the prices are the same for all.

[@superconnie5003]

This is Singapore they charge you according to your face.Try the nasi padang stall.A simple meal can cost $12 to $2:90.Same combination of food.

[@JQLee-cr5sk]

Nasi Padang hawkers has been notoriously overcharging all over the years... unspoken "rule" if you are chinese/caucasian or doesnt speak fluent malay, please do not order if you can.

[@leeyokepeng2209]

That I agree. I have been overcharged too

[@superconnie5003]

@@leeyokepeng2209 except if you are e Tampines MP.www.asiaone.com/food/baey-yam-keng-clears-air-over-250-nasi-padang

[@PleasedTown]

also, yeah our radio stations are catered and we do have radio stations that play new music. in fact, if you ever go out to shopping malls you'd probably hear ariana grande or taylor swift blasting in shops. kpop is also really huge here and you have probably heard it at some store at one point. the radio stations that play newer music would be 987 and kiss 92. gold 905 play classics only, while class 95 plays a mixture of both classics and new music. although there are shops that would blast trendy new songs, i do see where you're coming from too because shops like popular love playing old songs. i've heard eagles, air supply, blur, richard marx, you name it... but if you go to or pass by shops like Typo which tend to be more hipster-ish and appeals to a younger audience, that's where you will hear current new music

[@shadertheboi]

In regards to playing the same song on the radio is because the "song" purchased radio air rights. Basically, pushing and marketing the song; especially new releases.

[@jamest6822]

To be honest the 9-5 was something I never though existed - I work in London and none of my "proper" post-uni jobs (i.e. non-student supermarket jobs etc) have ever been a 9-5 fixed setup. People tend to start as and when they want in the morning from 8-9:30am, and are free to leave from 5ish onwards but frequently stay till 6 or 7 or even later (this is in an international US tech company). That said, I have heard there's a big gap between London and non-London expectations and work culture. For example, I know someone who used to work in London for a professional services firm in the City, then moved to Birmingham, and told me that whereas in London it was such high pressure and people stayed late quite often, in Birmingham it's more relaxed.

[@stlim9144]

true to the comfort food..for asians living in UK would also find their comfort food much costlier.

[@ymhktravel]

I think the work life balance really depends on what type of person you are and your beliefs, what type of industry and what type of company you work in. It's just not the same across the board. I leave mostly on the dot, sometimes even earlier, and rarely do I need to stay late. I don't the nonsense that work late = hard at work. If one has to constantly work OT, it's either the company itself or the individual isn't productive. If it's the company, then it's time to leave that toxic place. Id it's onself, then the mindset or way of doing things has to change.

[@donuts833]

Yes I’m thankful for the soft water in singapore. I didn’t realise it until I travelled and wondered why am I breaking out more and why is my hair so frizzy. Only to realise that hard water in some countries is just not good for my skin/hair. Regarding payment methods, I just stick to paywave, either with my card or my phone if my hands are full. I only recently started using paylah because some places like daiso/koi/hawker centers dont have paywave. I like the convenience and don’t find it a hassle at all.

[@fez877]

Haha. I think it depends on the industry/organisation. Take a look at Tanjong pagar at 5:30pm pre-covid period, it's packed! Even ok the road, full of cars at 5:30pm!

[@ricehaha_lol]

It depends on which radio channel you're on. Gold905 plays more old classics, 987FM def plays more recent music. Love your videos!!

[@olivia7759]

Some times and places if I order in English it is more than if in Mandarin. Sometimes order in English complain about price in Mandarin and confuse them! 😵

[@ken61175]

yeah the surcharge on AMex cards is way higher so most shops here don't see the reason to use it. VISA and MASTER is more of the norm here. That being said I prefer using Paynow. It's more user friendly and allows me to make transfers to anyone regardless of their local bank.

[@erichtan6478]

Amex has the highest charge rate on the retailer of 3% if I remember correctly, so for the same amount you are paying is a lower profit on the retailer. Hope this help solve you Amex question.

[@quenjuan3755]

Thanks for the video, I’m leaving Singapore as well after 9 years. Couldn’t agree more on finding work life balance. All the best to you both

[@pppmac]

If you have a chance to visit HKG, try listening to the radio station here . They have only one English channel and sometimes the song can really drive you nuts.

[@sherryl5703]

Yeah non-Asian cuisine/food/grocery and non tropical fruits are super-expensive in Singapore but it's understandable . I lived in the US and Asian food cost a lot more than in Singapore since Asian foods aren't the staple of US, berries are way cheaper but then a papaya costs like 4 USD; I gave up eating fruits as I dont eat apples or oranges!

[@Pemma200]

8:27 Could you be a little more specific about those shops that charged you more for the same item than they did for the locals? For example where are they located ? That’ll help, thanks.

[@tenga3tango]

Foreigners being charged more is more common in some neighbouring countries like thailand. In Thailand is virtually , legislated in many Tourist attractions , that there are separated queues for locals vs foreigners. Foreigners pay more , to enter royal attractions. I fully agree with the Thai system where the locals are held in higher esteem vis a vis foreign tourists, there are not many countrues will openly put their local citizens in higher priority.

[@pspsps]

It depends on what radio channel u r hearing, some plays the newer songs some go for classic

[@Ranger629]

It’s not just the local and foreigner rate, there’s also the family, friend, etc. rate. Shop long enough in a market, your fish can cost $1 cheaper than anyone else’s fish. And personally, I don’t bother with those payment methods. I just use cash back debit/credit cards.

[@jeremycheong8036]

You guys have a positivity that just uplifts my day

[@yasinmadakia]

Haha. Im local and I realised this since working CBD all along I usually go for lunch at 1130 or after 1330

[@Jerrell1904]

Make sure you hear 92 fm at 10pm. There are new songs

[@carlclifford64]

The work/life balance thing is changing all over the world. I am retired, but my daughter is in a fairly high pressure job, and is expected to be available 24/7. Unfortunately, due to COVID, she is working from home and can’t escape work 24/7/7days. Her employer has actually vacated all of their offices, so that that virtually the whole company is WFH. The won’t even be an office Christmas party, mainly due to there being no Office. I am rather glad that I am pretty much at the end of my innings, as I think that I have pretty much lived through the glory days of human society. I really feel for the younger generation. I feel like Rutger Hauer’s character in “Blade Runner”, and empathise greatly with his monologue. “ I've seen things you people wouldn't believe. Attack ships on fire off the shoulder of Orion. I watched C-beams glitter in the dark near the Tannhäuser Gate. All those moments will be lost in time, like tears in rain. Time to die. Sic transit gloria mundi.

[@ald1050]

@Georgia Carey the work-life balance has stayed the same. We have higher unemployment now in the UK and you will notice less job security and lower wages when you come back to the UK.

[@JerryGs-Cards]

Working for a global company, I have staff located in the U.S., EU, Mexico, and Asia (including Singapore). The differences in work culture is wild. All have strengths and weaknesses. The U.S. will get something done very quickly but it may not always be perfect the first time. Mexico will never get it done right the first time but will work all day and night to get it done (with many breaks in between). Asia tends to be very unassuming and will often defer to the U.S. or UK. They will get it done right the first time but will not be very quick about it. The EU is weird, it just depends on what country. Good luck getting something done in Germany or the UK. But, other countries, like Poland, have a very bright young crop of talent but they never stick around long (always looking for the next "better" job). Anyway, it's very interesting.

[@ClassicAudiobooksWithJohn]

Amen to the "tap water". Totally YUK bac in the UK!!

[@JesusLovesHisCreations]

🤔have you tried 1) NTUC from NEX shopping mall? Or Giant @ Tampines which next to IKEA @ Tampines...for fabric and tailor, I normally frequent Spotlight @ Plaza Singapura, for art material, try Art Friend @ Bras Basah complex and @ Bras Basah complex which is next to the National library, it house tons of bookshops and watches and clocks and fountain pens😅 2) If you have a driver license, Blue SG app, cheaper alternative to drive around Singapore 3) credit cards (visa/masters) I normally use pay wave and bank direct deducts, normally I use NETS or flashpay and that’s all I use😅

[@dillonchng]

I am a Singpaorean who just started working in the UK, for me at least it's still not as bad as Singapore. I have a clear 9-5 timeline unless on the rare occasions where some people do work late but its not something that is being advocated much like Singapore.

[@ianstreet5724]

There are a good number of drunk men fighting at Boat Quay and Clarke Quay in Singapore. The difference is that Singapore fights are amusing to watch. In Britain, it's pretty scary.

[@yogeshwarihozumi8980]

Thanks. I found this video very informative and fun to watch. I’m Japanese and I’m probably visiting Singapore in the beginning of 2022 for my business trip. I look forward to more videos on life of expats in Singapore .

[@jaspam4029]

Funny how ghib ojisan thinks that work life in singapore is very chill compare to japan🤣 e.g. people in singapore leave work at the EXACT moment when their work time ends. Really hope that both you and ghib ojisan will collab together one day, georgia :)

[@gotmyonu1027]

Should live in South Korea and Japan.... Their work ethics are tops.

[@ymhktravel]

@@gotmyonu1027 Toxic you mean. Lol

[@gotmyonu1027]

@@ymhktravel yes...I was looking for a word...

[@nicholastan8363]

hope you had a nice time in Singapore! Trust me, us Singaporeans are also confused with so many payment options these days

[@jansenwilder1335]

Food are not cheap in supermarkets due mostly or all are imported, Ntuc , Giant and Cold storage has decent groceries prices.

[@kennethong7399]

Protip: use favepay to pay when you can. Instead of using your bank account in Favepay, use your grab account/ credit card instead! You can rack points and also get cash-back from FavePay :)

[@humanshieldz]

Make a reservation everyday for lunch at 12pm :P I use Google Pay mostly cos its convenient since i can pay for public transport too.

[@Cmi1267]

Hey Georgia , speaking about expensive fruits, were there any fruits local fruits that you ate on a regular basis to replace the more expensive ones? Papaya, Guava, starfruit ,Mango etc etc

[@leeyokepeng2209]

Even papaya, mangoes, starfruit n guava are all imported

[@lynettegoh3797]

Sorry to hear about the inconsistent prices local SG businesses charge. The UK is experiencing various long term challenges.

[@nraidahh]

a friend of mine was posted to the UK and he brought along his singaporean work ethic. he got threatened and he left the job that second. it might be a little bit hard to adjust and wanting things done asap, but you can do it!

[@eugenelim11]

threatened for what?

[@teneshaanderson4761]

The Amex situation is the same in the UK, which is good because it means I can’t spend money have the time

[@zanmxy]

I always use visa paywave cos of how convenient it is, just tap with my phone and payment's done 😂 Also pretty amused at how many people can drink directly from the tap in singapore, I know how clean our water is but I never ever do that cos I still think it tastes weird 😅

[@financelingo4162]

If u have a brother serving his national service especially during his first few mths, he will almost be drinking tap water everyday. Haha It's safe but taste weird to me still.

[@renjunsriceroll]

@@financelingo4162 I only dream tap water when I'm was in my UG days or at places where I need water but there isn't any water cooler / boiled water. If not, im sticking to boiled water cuz kiasu

[@insaneLALA]

Working in the marketing/customer service sector, it's a MUST to reply almost instantly because customers get so upset if you don't reply within the hour and they'll accuse you of being rude and they'll make snide comments like "Don't you want my business? Looks like you don't." Well, I can't exactly say "Fuck off somewhere else." unless I'm Gordon Ramsay.

[@ardywong]

Foreigner price do exists in South East Asia, you have to challenge the seller if you need to.

[@rails2riches384]

The Cranberries - Zombie is such a classic Singapore radio hit

[@missytootz9025]

Hi I am Singaporean. Strawberries at 15 dollar, did u go to a japanese supermarket? NTUC n Sheng Xiong have a box of strawberries at ard 5 to 6 n when there is promo u can even get it at 4 plus.

[@leeyokepeng2209]

$15 is the bigger box one

[@ebonyloveivory]

No, I think they're talking about those Driscoll ones for example. The ones imported from USA, UK...anywhere further away. Bigger boxes, organic & international fresh produce are expensive because of import taxes.

[@emplehx]

Well, I think the issue with the work culture is that your boss expects all this work to be done, and if you can't do it, they will just fire you and find someone who will...or promote those that make the "extra" effort.. so it's like our lifeline on the line...

[@LucidFlight]

Great video! I would add: it's hot and, if possible, carry an umbrella 😄

[@danbi2000]

agreed on the 3rd point. in the past it was so much better with gurmit singh and etc. radio though some are mixed of old and new but they are pretty repetitive and yes listening to a different radio is nice. one thing on safety is that its not 100% because some people actually do steal, commit murdrer, molest etc but thats a minority

[@gotmyonu1027]

You can listen to world wide radio via your handphone. Radio is dead!

[@Coconut3A]

But I don't think there is a place safer than Singapore. 100% safe city is close to impossibile and Singapore manage to get even close to that number. The fact is that you cannot mess around with such a punitive laws. Am I wrong?

[@weichuenthechemist]

I don't know what's the deal with American Express, but many places in the US also don't accept American Express...

[@berenice3626]

our groceries have to cost a lot because we import so much, it’s a must since we’re such a tiny country and have nearly zero natural resources to grow our own produce and for the radio, if you want newer songs go for 98.7fm!! you’re probably listening to 95fm or 92fm which is for the middle aged folks. 987fm plays kpop and trending songs on a daily i use paywave/apple pay it’s just basically contactless payment with your debit/credit card. i use grabpay very often too because of the points :) paynow/paylah is a must to have because some places either accept these two or cash. so if you only have your phone on you you’re close to dead

[@flyff2000]

I will really miss your Singapore videos when you return back home :( But I am also looking forward to new kinds of videos!!

[@jukio02]

Singapore is like the 7th safest country on the planet, so I'm not surprised about how safe it is over there.

[@cds327131]

I used to use pay wage a lot as it gives 5%cashback monthly, not sure still the case anymore

[@claudiachoo1537]

Wow as a Singaporean, I have no idea that foreigner rate exist!!! Even as someone who works part time at restaurants... Also, everything is a competition in SG, even GETTING FOOD. Anyway, do try Park Bench Deli! Some really good grubs there! I personally use ShopBack, fave, grab card! Wherever there’s cashback! 😂

[@paul_london]

Thank you for the video! As an expat in the UK, I can surely say there's no 9/5 here for non locals. Expats here, especially in London, have to grind hard to bring some food on table and get on the property ladder. I'd say you just experience regular expat live they have in any country, it's not Singapore specific.

[@paul_london]

Locals are just fine with 9/5 though, casually fleeing into cafes and restaurants even before 3pm.

[@tattletrail5860]

Took me a while to learn how to use flash pay. We need an ebook for this!!!

[@raeious3974]

you could try 98.7 on the radio, they usually play up to date pop songs!

[@desireones]

I mainly use DBS live fresh credit card to get 5% cashback on everything visa paywave and online and OCBC frank card to get 6% cashback on everything Apple Pay and online. Dining I use Burpple to get 1 for 1 deals if I have to dine out. Entertainer app if you’re looking for both dining and 1 for 1 alcoholic beverages.

[@eatdriveplay]

About the radio.. maybe u’ve been on the wrong channel. 98.7 will have the latest songs, Class 95 (95.0) is 90s. Others are 80s and older... :)

[@tinachan7013]

which radio channel did you listen to? 98.7 played new songs

[@marki7275]

Same is true about AMEX in the USA. Charge is higher and no one takes it. Forget it.

[@shxryll]

98.7FM plays the latest music!

[@bibiwithlove5317]

Singapore tap water has 10% recycled sewage water in it....New water or something like that.

[@cocoapanda2001]

Yes, but newater, the recycled sewage water, is too clean to drink;, it is devoid of minerals. So we pump newater back into our open reservoirs and the water then goes through the usual process of treatment before it comes out of our taps.

[@Brett.McMillin]

Cash will always be king for me! I don’t ever want to see it disappear to cards and tap/flash. Satisfying to have it in your hands, helps keep spending down instead of just tap tap tap 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@dahmon000]

You can link your FavePay to your Grabpay and still earn Grabpay points.