Whether you plan to explore the Marrekesh souks, soak under the Grecian sun, take a camel ride in the Saharan desserts, witness the wildebeest migration in Africa, take a panoramic view of the city in a helicopter or a hot air balloon, snap OOTDs at the unique murals in your favourite art city, or eat your heart out in the night markets; some travel items always accompany us on our trips. Be it a multipurpose scarf to shield you from the cold blast of mountain air, a pair of sunglasses to block the harmful UV rays, sturdy boots to bring you everywhere, a lifesaving jacket to keep you warm, or a handy day bag to carry your daily essentials, one thing is for sure – we seek functional, comfortable and good-looking items (hey who doesn’t want to look our best for the gram?) – that can take us from day to night. So look to Net-A-Porter for your travel essentials that are not just made of quality materials but also worthy investments for overseas adventures.
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One of the most crucial travel essentials is protection for your feet. Sure there are vehicles to bring you everywhere, camels and even horses to ride on, but having a comfortable and well-made pair of shoes may be one of THE best investments for your travels. Imagine limping as you take in the amazing architecture/hills/sunrise/streets (insert your adventures) – enough said!
It’s not fun trying to explore your favourite destination, the one on your screensaver for the past two years of the pandemic, yet shivering as you force yourself to brave on. Be prepared for any weather that may come.
Travel is fun but not so great when you are the target of petty theft or, worse, mugging. So while we take a moment to express our gratitude for the safety we enjoy in Singapore, we need to understand that being extra mindful of our surroundings and heightening our awareness overseas are keys to having a wonderful holiday.
Scarves, beautiful scarves – how do I love thee? I cannot sing enough praises of this piece of fabric I bring along to ALL my travels. No matter your destination country and its weather, you won't go wrong by adding this item to your travel packing list. It doesn't take up much space in your luggage, doubles up as a picnic mat, covers up your bare shoulders in modest countries, acts as a makeshift pillow on long-haul trips, and protects your neck when faced with that sudden blast of air-conditioning.
The sun's rays are no joke for both hot climates and cold destinations. Sunlight in your eyes can impede your drive during your road trip as with the blinding reflection of the sun’s rays on snow. Not to mention how all that squinting can bring about unwanted wrinkles.
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Singapore’s dollar has outperformed as the MAS sought to curb inflation that’s raging at the quickest levels in almost 14 years.
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced on 31 August that Japan will allow more than double the number of daily visitors as well as non-guided package tours. As per the announcement, Japan will let 50,000 people enter the country daily starting 7 September. The current figure stands at 20,000. Bloomberg reports that Kishida also said that he wanted to increase visits from people trying to take advantage of a cheap Japanese yen and, as such, wanted to ease border controls. How Japan start
The funky interior of Waa Cow! Yakiniku is hard not to notice and there’s an explosion of colours as you step into the space. A fun buzz envelops the atmosphere with its artsy walls and neon signs. Famous for their beef bowls, they’ve now ventured into providing a grill-it-yourself experience in Serangoon, opening its doors […] The post New in town: Waa Cow! Yakiniku – The grill-it-yourself experience comes to Serangoon with unique sauces & affordable meat appeared first on SETHLUI.com.
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As the second-most consumed drink in the world, tea’s ability to serve as a soothing ritual and smooth source of caffeine is anything but news. Much like wine, tea leaves can express a region’s climate and terroir once brewed, and few growing regions are as varied and intriguing as Japan. Even though all Japanese teas are made from the same plant, camellia sinensis, there’s surprisingly little that a Sencha shares with a Hojicha or Gyokuro when it comes to flavour profiles, caffeine levels, and
When it comes to creating chart-topping music, Korean pop group BTS is one of the most renowned names even in the global music industry. However, there is another side to them which not many might know about. Enter BTS RECIPE BOOK: Book of Tasty Stories. BTS members are no less than actual chefs, creating magic in the kitchen by whipping up scrumptious Korean dishes that delight their fans. And, a recently announced recipe book is a natural extension of, and irrefutable testimony to, the talent
Sake meets caviar, food scraps as cocktails, lots of German beer, and more at these seven drink events for September 2022. Food waste is a worldwide problem, and the Zero Waste Cocktail campaign is raising awareness about the issue by showing how throwaway ingredients can be used creatively in drinks. Landing once again is Negroni Week, and the charity initiative showcases riffs on the classic cocktail with proceeds helping out local charities. Then get a taste of fall at six restaurants and bar
Great news for Game of Thrones fans. Fresh off its premiere recently, prequel series, House of the Dragon will be back for season 2. HBO has announced that it has renewed its original drama series for a second season. The ten-episode fantasy series made its debut on 22 August to the largest audience for any new original series in HBO history. Based on George R.R. Martin’s “Fire & Blood,” the series is set 200 years before Game of Thrones, telling the story of House Targaryen. The first episode a
We celebrate our nation’s 57th birthday with an array of sensational jewels featuring red gemstones. ART DIRECTION: LEE KUAN LENG Chaumet Since the maison’s founding in 1780, nature – particularly water – has been an important source of inspiration. However, the house has never dedicated an entire high jewellery collection to the sea until now. Named Ondes et Merveilles de Chaumet, it is an invitation to travel as pieces showcase varied representations of the ocean. Comprising this stunning whit
There’s a saying and a song, “don’t go chasing waterfalls,” but this isn’t sound advice. Serene, majestic, and simply amazing — waterfalls are among nature’s most beautiful creations. And they seem to have a profound impact on our state of mind, which is why they’re so popular among tourists. One of the most stunning natural wonders of the world, waterfalls have long been popular (and super Instagrammable) tourist destinations because of their beauty and tranquillity. From the largest to the tal
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K-pop group BLACKPINK electrified the MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) 2022 stage by performing their recent single “Pink Venom” on 28 August. In the process, the all-girl group set several notable firsts. This was the first time the acclaimed all-girl group performed at a major US awards show, as well as the first-ever performance by an all-female K-pop group at VMAs. It was also the first time that fans got to see a performance of “Pink Venom” — a pre-release single from their upcoming album Born
Bollywood megastar Ranveer Singh was grilled by police on Monday on charges of "obscenity" after posting naked photos of himself, in a case highlighting India's complex relationship with nudity.
All of us are born at a given time and place with multiple celestial bodies dominating our character traits and qualities. We are well-versed with the terms sun sign and zodiac sign, however, the rising sign — also known as the ascendant sign — is equally important and holds a major significance in determining one’s external qualities and how other people distinguish them from the rest of the crowd. As conversations around zodiac signs are catching attention nowadays, people are getting curious