What I spend in a day living in Singapore!

[@weishenliu2826]

For air conditioning, you might want to try out the dry mode instead. It takes out the humidity in the air and cools the surrounding. Dry mode saves a lot of electricity.

[@karebu2]

You could probably do a budget edition. Maybe start off with popping by a coffeeshop for a takeaway kopi and some NTUC

[@GeorgiaCaney]

Lol absolutely I will do. Seems like people are going to assume this is my everyday spend 🙈

[@dawnforlife]

Ahh wish I could pop by a kopitiam right now! 😍

[@brimussy]

@@GeorgiaCaney of course, cause in the description you wrote "typical day".

[@matthewleemw7687]

Money-saving tip: Set the air-con to dry mode to save 80% of the electricity compared to using cool mode.

[@seekingmywaygal]

The good thing about singapore is the choices, you have a huge range of food and necessities depending on how you want to live. Shopping at Cold storage for daily needs everyday is probably considered for people who are well off. I used to live in London, I consider shopping at M&S expensive and would go to local markets or Tesco. Regarding the situation about aircon, most locals don't switch on their aircon all the time while at home or sleeping, they will usually try using the fan first. If it gets really hot then aircon is used (usual practice in most of SE Asia)I do noticed that my foreigner friends carry over their habits from their countries, like goose down pillows, duvets etc which i think is why they are quite hot at night, most here use cotton sheets and light blankets.

[@terenaissance1225]

I think there are actually a few arts colleges besides Lasalle. There are NAFA (Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts) and ADM (School of Art, Design and Media). I would consider these two other schools as arts colleges but I might be wrong...

[@adoroselatte]

There's SOTA also!

[@terenaissance1225]

@@adoroselatte Wait, SOTA is considered Arts College or just tertiary education? haha... cause I imagine when she said college, she meant like schools that provide degree and not just a junior college

[@adoroselatte]

@@terenaissance1225 Arts College :>

[@lavenderwong4848]

I am not sure if any of you heard of this or if expats can change utilities service provider, but I changed from sp services to union and I saved quite a bit! If you guys would like to, you can call the other service provider up to understand more :) Hope you enjoy singapore more!! :)

[@LucidFlight]

Hmm... let's see. Lunch $5. Bandung drink $2.20. MRT $1.84. Library free. Free dinner at aunty and uncle's place. Total less than $10!

[@dawnforlife]

Wahhh I want to go to aunty uncle! 😆

[@mikemorrissey6843]

Georgia,did you like the Bandung drink,?I loved it,when Ilived in Singapore.

[@davekiat]

You can change to SIngapore power wholesale plan which is about 20-25% cheaper than the Singapore power retail tariff rates, no contract needed unlike those OEM power retailers. It will still be on the same SP bill.

[@thkuek7261]

Cold storage is the prices are steep. Try ntuc or sheng siong... Snacks! Go ABC or value store.... Life will never be de same again

[@ebonyloveivory]

Y'all have to remember that they're living on the "pricier" scale and since they're expatriates, I am guessing, drawing a pretty good salary too, if not comparable to singaporean counterparts. So given that they're staying in a condo and shopping at pricier supermarkets, it is not the "average" Singaporean cost of living for many. Also if the airconditioning is on all the time, it's going to be a big expenditure, naturally.

[@brandenongkp]

Looking at Singapore as a whole package it's a good place to stay, peaceful and safe.

[@tanml81]

Actually there is one more college of the arts, which is NAFA, the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts.

[@Channe1F2k]

and SOTA too!

[@ShuYenKor]

There are NAFA (Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts) and SOTA (School of The Arts) as commented by Rujet14 Main as well. .

[@claudiasantoso1871]

I used to live in Singapore for a couple years and now I really want to go back there again. It is a expensive country but worth to visit! ❤️

[@leongyet9896]

You need to know where to get the food and necessities. Its not expensive if you skip those fancy restaurants,cafes and high end supermarkets. We have many choices! We welcome you back anytime ! (When the covid dies offf)

[@claudiasantoso1871]

@@leongyet9896 indeed you are right. I loovee eating at Hawker center or Kopitiam. The wet market also cost much cheaper than in Supermarket and the place is also quite convenience :D

[@leeyokepeng2209]

Even Malaysians agree that besides house n car prices, groceries prices in Malaysia are higher than Spore, based on their salary which are generally lower than Spore. If you earn Spore money and spend in Msia, then it's cheap

[@steam4life424]

Cold Storage is often considered the "atas" supermarket in Singapore. I think most local Singaporeans would visit Giant, NTUC, or even Sheng Siong. Prices are usually cheaper there. You really can save quite abit.

[@GeorgiaCaney]

Yep yep yep

[@steam4life424]

@@GeorgiaCaney but I have to admit. There are certain brands of products you can find in cold storage that you probably won't be able to find in the other supermarkets. So usually, I would visit cold storage only if I want to buy something that I know can't be found in the mainstream supermarkets.

[@GeorgiaCaney]

Yeah it’s my local, and sometimes just easier to find go there quickly. Wish we could merge all the supermarkets so we don’t have to keep going to separate ones for certain products!🙌🏻

[@steam4life424]

@@GeorgiaCaney amen to that. Haha.

[@maypong2007]

On air conditioner for an hour before bed then off and on fan for the rest of night will save $ Shower in cold water during hot days

[@uriahhozhenhao3801]

think that a high SES day spending, low SES is probably 10-30

[@joekidal5797]

I don't use airconditioning at all. Just a standing fan and thanks to the location of my flat I can easily get a cool breeze when I open my windows.

[@silcosilva]

that's great... i also don't have aircon, but i can't keep my windows open as there's incense burning on a weekly basis where i stay here and being on a low floor, the smoke, smell and ashes do go in if the windows are not shut in time...

[@birdwithoutwing]

Hi. I feel that this video kinda mislead people..? I would like bring it up that.. it’s actually not expensive to live in Singapore. Is the lifestyle you chose to lead. Usually for grocery shopping - Singaporeans will shop at SHENG SHIONG / FAIRPRICE / GIANT a bag of house brand chips will cost approx S$1? You can find S$0.50/ piece sushi @ sushi express. We don’t usually dine at cafes - weekends are exception. People usually dine at Hawker centres/ food court/ coffee shop Variety of options from Japanese/ western/ local/ Korean cuisine. A meal will probably cost S$4 to S$7 Transportation wise - is pretty affordable if you take the public transport $0.60/ trip (no one takes comfort cabs, grab / gojek/ RYDE are available islandwide and probably cost $10-$15) Thanks!

[@erklucky]

I appreciate that you included your rent in the daily expense too!! :) That's helpful to hear for comparison around the world! I noticed most people who do these vids skip over that. Thanks for showing us your day!

[@nathaliefinn5124]

The Bistro in Nassim Hill has free flow prosecco etc with a food bill of $35. Starter and main course and free drinks. Highly recommend the food.

[@kennethchua7801]

There is also another Arts institution called Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) near Bencoolen MRT

[@mrtransmogrify]

Raffles Hotel is a lovely place. I used to hv clients from the hotel (tenants of the shopping arcade) and love going there just to appreciate and enjoy the classic layout and architecture of the place.

[@Guyver02USA]

- Try using the dry mode of aircon . I basically run it 24hrs over weekend when I am at home .

[@sharmainefoo861]

there is a cafe/ retail spot called monument lifestyle at 75 duxton road its really cute and they sell stuff as well .. a-little pricey because their retail side are supporting local brands and are hand made ( clothes / jewellery )? they sell candles ? room spray ? etc .. coffee is a little pricey but definitely WORTH checking out.

[@nikkialansixx3183]

Temperature at night averages around 25 degrees Celsius during this time of the year. Use a fan, it's cool enough to sleep well. No need to turn on the air con.

[@dawnforlife]

Back in Malaysia I still need a light blanket with a fan 😆

[@Funkteon]

Singapore is cheap compared to London, where the cost of living is twice as much as the pittance you're paid for pretty much any job out of university.. At least in Singapore, you can actually put food on the table after paying rent and utility bills, unlike in London or New York..

[@GeorgiaCaney]

Perhaps...but food, drinks + groceries much cheaper in uk!

[@jefflim7020]

@@GeorgiaCaney Agree with u. That's on top of the free healthcare one can get from the NHS and a welfare state :)

[@GL-nu7rx]

I love this, so helpful thank you so much! Feeling anxious but excited for the move😁

[@olivia.anelise]

Your videos make me miss Singapore so much! Can’t wait to go back!! 😍💚

[@TravelTourTaste]

Hey hun hope you are well. Sorry we haven't been able to visit you for a while we were in Bulgaria then Malta were we got stuck due to Covid and flights we're cancelled. But great to catch up with you again. Can't wait to come to Singapore next year (October) this is so interesting, really appreciate you sharing your experience and knowledge with us. Really helpful for our trip. Stay safe and catch up again real soon God bless you.

[@felipebaby7732]

Good that you have your own bag for the supermarket 😀

[@onigirimerchant]

That’s a lovely condo. What area / buildings are they in? Would love to find a similar one for under 3K

[@KatJade269]

You don’t have to on the air con throughout. Use fans!

[@noorimeldaelle3403]

Hello Georgia is so good to see u doing fine and healthy. Thank u for sharing with us how u as expat spend your money.

[@CrystalCasinoBand]

Hey Georgia! Thank you so much for using our song sunset in this video :)

[@duduawate]

Have Kopi C kosong loke the locals not like angmoh expats having latte and waffles 🤣 that would bring down your spending much lower

[@andreichan333]

That is $1.20 at my place here, as compared to at least $4 at the cafe. Somehow I like the taste of my kopi fix more than my coffee fix.

[@duduawate]

@@andreichan333 same here. Unfortunately need these ang mohs in singapore as they are the only ones who would spend such money on a daily basis to help keep singapore's economy going haha

[@lisapeyman2750]

My daughter and myself visited Singapore last November and we found alot of things so expensive. We are from Perth Western Australia. I love your videos❤

[@dawnforlife]

Perthhh is so calm and beautiful! I miss the beach and farmer’s market and the oysters! 😆😍

[@kamariahabdrahim6963]

I use fan (Full blast) unless its Really Hot then I use aircon.

[@makoy913]

Hi Georgia. I also use ShopBack for my online shopping. If you're raking in $5K of shopback that means you have spent thousands of dollars to get that amount. You might want to put a disclaimer when you’re promoting shopback.

[@Ortouz]

never used aircon since i am here. totally fine with proper ventilation.

[@zanmxy]

I was shocked when I saw the temperature on your AC remote 😂😂 I am usually really afraid of the cold so I sleep with only the fan on and still have my blanket up until my neck sometimes, when I do feel hot I turn on the AC to a 25 degree c and then switch it off after 30 mins just to cool the room down a little 😂😂😂 17 would have been way too cold for me HAHA

[@dawnforlife]

Hahaha! Too cold for me too! And I do the same as you 😆🥶

[@HengOngHuatAh]

I think Meiji uses milk solids with fresh milk, meaning it’s not 100% fresh milk

[@ThievingSwallow]

Your vlogs and fashion haul videos are my favourite :)

[@nadine.1993]

Ahhh I love your hair :))) it’s so pretty! Do you use a hair straightener or a hair curler for this?

[@rujet14]

There is 3 big art college that is well known in Singapore: Laselle, Nanyang(aka NAFA) and Sota.

[@lucy1994_]

Favourite KZbinr! Will always watch your videos first ❤️

[@GeorgiaCaney]

Ahhhh thank you 🤍🤍

[@sswsa3980]

Hi Georgia. I thought I should share with you on setting the temperature for your aircon. The optimum temperature to set is 25 degrees Celsius. You may think that it's not going to be cold enough but trust me it will be. Setting 17 degrees will literally make the compressor overwork and hence the expensive electricity bills! Maybe you can try next time after you've serviced the unit ;)

[@GeorgiaCaney]

No we always have on 24/25 degrees. Our bedroom aircon was broken that’s why it was on the lowest temp because it was still not blowing cold. :)

[@sswsa3980]

@@GeorgiaCaney 👌 here's to cooler nights once it's fixed! I wish we could share the weather with the UK. They give us 10 degrees cooler and we give them some warmth! 😄

[@hushhushpapi]

You know your channel's booming when there's someone actually commenting "first".

[@mormariayoga5283]

is shopback down at the moment?

[@sohfihamid4164]

7:32 my fave oat milk... nevermind if its expensive!

[@gotmyonu1027]

You could use a fan.... Or maybe 2 or 3 fans, open the doors and windows (a little)... This can save you some $. Also, locals don't do groceries at cold storages and don't always buy imports.

[@CUBEgenre]

That's a bit of a sweeping statement. I'm local, whenever I shop at cold storage, there're always tons of Singaporeans getting their groceries too. Sometimes it's the nearest mart for us, sometimes we want a particular "angmoh" brand of granola, tea or almond milk not available at NTUC or giant.

[@gotmyonu1027]

@@CUBEgenre Sure.... Didn't you know that there are lots of RICH locals in SG....

[@AnnieCoubec]

I am always checking on youtube if a new video has come up from you, it´s just so positive to see you and showing us the best of singapore

[@iwanmuzaki8049]

for chocolates, you can try Valuedollar.

[@jamesk6673]

What is the name of the place you went in the evening? Is it inside botanic gardens?

[@davidnhc]

I think that is quite misleading even tourist don’t spend that much a day on average basis.. On average meal a day cost $10 - $15, Transport $3 - $5, Utility $3 - $6, Rental $40 - $80 (condo), $30 - $50 (HDB). The main bulk of it comes from your rental so depends on what you want to stay higher or to save higher. Culturally different, westerner loves to spend but Asian loves to save. I am a Singaporean living in Hong Kong one of the most expensive city in the world and yet my daily average is only$120 - $150. I guess at the of the end it depends on what you want.

[@kyliebartley3650]

Wow. Our SP bill is $400 a month Electric works out $10 a day with Aircon on 24/7 set at 25 degC. We are in a 3 bedder. Do you have electric hot water ?

[@ylw]

woah that's a lot

[@maypong2007]

My SP approximately S$150 including gas 3 bedders working from home air-con almost 24/7

[@equator2010]

I live in Vancouver, Canada. On average, I spend $30 a day

[@stilesy00]

Was the Supermarket that you visited Cold Storage?

[@quirogajuli87]

Hello Georgia! great video! I am about to move to Singapore and I would like to know if the rental price already includes building services. is it a final price? in which neighborhood? what is the average salary? thank you! greetings from Mexico

[@AsiaHikelopedia]

That's more than I spend in a week!

[@ylw]

Hello!

[@leonwrch]

True

[@phgoh]

Is any Singaporean shocked at 17 degree for the aircon remote?

[@popcornstories]

yes waste electric only! need to be at 22 degree 2 fan okay

[@DarkwearGT]

@@popcornstories 22 i put 28

[@honeypotfilms6066]

honestly this was so cozy and calming to watch - honeypot films

[@DD-eq2bl]

I love the song "The Crystal Casino- sunset" !

[@nulnoh219]

My expense is damn weird. On weekdays I have a $4 Lunch at a coffeeshop then go across the street to have a $5 Coffee.

[@henrylawson430]

Singapore is one of the cheapest countries when you factor in the low cost of government - I.e. low taxes.

[@sh542ky2]

what is there at deck & how did you get there! alsoo,,, i love seeing places i never knew existed in singapore >

[@felipebaby7732]

Love potato head 😍 ladies night at one altitude always good too.

[@cchen8898]

Any hair dresser you recommend in SG?

[@lydiakvlogs]

Most Singaporeans don't turn the AC on but I don't get how they survive in the heat! It's so hot!

[@daisytriestovlog191]

Hi Georgia, what camera do you use for vlogging?

[@GeorgiaCaney]

Canon g7x Mark ii :)

[@daisytriestovlog191]

@@GeorgiaCaney Thank you. Small youtuber here. Thanks for inspiring me to vlog 😌

[@dawnforlife]

If you have a mobile, it works too! Just keep vlogging 💃🏻

[@pengqing8857]

SGD 2700 spend for your monthly rental... hmmm not trying to guess your salary haha.. what do you suggest for a reasonable rental/ salary ratio for working & living in sg?

[@dunadan]

My house doesn't have an aircon. Just standing fan and open windows.

[@kopalinuhg]

I love how the video is edited! I knew rent in Singapore is expensive but woahhhh that cost tho 🤧

[@GeorgiaCaney]

And we got a good deal on ours!! Usual rent for 1 bed would start at $3k

[@seekingmywaygal]

Just want to say it depends on where you choose the location to be, i know ppl near to city center who has found apartments (condo) for less than 3k for 2 bedrooms...

[@kamariahabdrahim6963]

She chose to live in condo...you can choose to live in HDB which is cheaper than condo with bigger space and more rooms.

[@user-um8wi5ym4y]

Her condo is near the city centre. If the condo was away from the city centre and closer to where most locals live, the rent might be around $1.8k-$2.4k for a similar sized apartment.

[@alicialee4781]

Omg i cant believe you watch RHOBH too! I also got all my friends on it!! Now ive finish, idk what to do with my life 😂

[@Potomacstud]

Nanyang academy of fine arts is another college of arts besides Lasalle

[@marki7275]

Nice video. I have a different view of the air con use. I run in Singapore and the only way to acclimate to the humidity is to not live in the air con. It is quite challenging to adjust to the heat if you always sleep in the air con. Just my opinion. I do the same when I run in the winter in the USA. I run in temps to -20. That's my MO. Not many do that though.

[@fr0sty1983]

Is household bills utilities bill?

[@dearfiyah]

An average Singaporean doesn’t spend that much. I think a huge disclaimer is that it’s only “pricey” because of the lifestyle expats live by which is a luxury - different from the locals.

[@gulfhorizon6996]

My Favorite country is Singapore 🇸🇬 But currently in Dubai due to Covid

[@masanne6055]

Hi! I wonder whether you are still working! Living the tai tai life girl!

[@JerryGs-Cards]

Hi Georgia...I've been watching your video for quite a while now and I thought you had a job. I notice your daily routine didn't seem to take you to work. What happened to your job?

[@jonathantan1690]

Good video

[@jasleinei744]

Would be cool to see you do a Valudollar shopping trip! The essentials and snacks there are super cheap

[@dannysoh48]

So ladies nights balances out the cost of groceries? Lol but you already knew cold storage is Robert (robbery) one

[@carlsbergFAN]

Did you do something to your eyes? It looks so different in this video but I can’t seem to pin it. Love your Singapore episodes as always!

[@1337hacks]

There's a Singaporean band called the Great Spy Experiment and they write songs very similar to those you used in this video!

[@Francisnomundo]

I also got addicted to the Housewives! 😅😂

[@DarkwearGT]

:o

[@DarkwearGT]

Vlog the raffles hotel

[@rachellelui]

such a fun video to watch!

[@GeorgiaCaney]

Thank you!

[@matthewong1953]

Did you move again? The last time around it was a shop house rental?

[@hufflepuffphoenix2898]

20 bucks for a cocktail? woah!

[@bxcxz8375]

hey can you do a video trying arabic food?

[@DarkwearGT]

Wow u spend so much Including rent 90 dollars p day

[@sgpropertybuyertherapy]

U look pretty with out makeup

[@Cmi1267]

omg why do you set your AC to 17degC??? Also maybe consider using a ceiling fan.

[@GeorgiaCaney]

It’s been broken like i mentioned so we had to turn it on the lowest temp! Felt like 24 degrees though 😓

[@jonblaha1898]

Do you have to pay Council Tax or something similar on top of the rent? Hoping to move there in a few years and am educating myself by watching your content! 👍

[@haroldlo8624]

The equivalent of Council Tax in Sg is Property Tax which is paid by the landlord.

[@lauuvicky]

Candid analysis

[@freddytameo]

It's nice to have you in Singapore :)

[@JeremySee]

I stopped watching, even though the content is interesting, because the mid roll music is unbearably loud compared to the voice.

[@GeorgiaCaney]

Oh no! Try without headphones :)