Chelsia Tan

2 weeks ago | herworld.com | Chelsia Tan

Although the closure of Jetstar Asia’s operations does not fall within Income travel insurance’s list of insured events – such as natural disasters, riots, or airport closures due to poor weather – the company has announced that it will cover affected eligible customers who purchased Income travel insurance with pre-trip cancellation cover and are forced to cancel or alter their trips.

2 weeks ago | herworld.com | Chelsia Tan

Some travellers still downplay the importance of travel insurance, especially for short getaways. However, emergencies can happen any time and anywhere. Without proper coverage, a medical crisis overseas – especially in places with limited healthcare – could require costly evacuation or repatriation. Medical coverage addresses health emergencies – from hospitalisation and treatment to evacuation and repatriation. Some plans even cover urgent dental care, which can be crucial.

2 weeks ago | herworld.com | Chelsia Tan

Since Dec 28, 2024, adult commuters in Singapore have been paying 10 cents more per journey. This was announced by the Public Transport Council last year to collective groans all across the island. Before the increase, an MRT ride from Tampines to Raffles Place on the East West Line cost $1.92, but this is now $2.02. For someone who commutes daily (60 rides a month), that’s about $6 monthly or $72 annually – and that’s a conservative estimate.

2 weeks ago | herworld.com | Chelsia Tan

Being constantly on the move as a digital nomad can be fun, but at times, it is a lonely experience. For Ho Ming Xia, 30, who has been working remotely since 2021, that changed when she found a sense of belonging among other female digital nomads. Her previous employer, Draper Startup House, started as a community for digital nomads and travelling entrepreneurs.

1 month ago | herworld.com | Chelsia Tan

If an unlimited a la carte zi char buffet at $29.90 per person sounds too good to be true – well, it kind of is. The one-for-one promotion, running at Yue at Aloft since April, is only available for a limited time (though no end date has been confirmed). It’s even gone viral on Tiktok – and if it’s on Tiktok, it has to be legit… right? Wondering if it’s worth a cheat day? The answer is a resounding yes.