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
THE BAG LIFE
Zoomoni lipstick pouch: review and promo code
Been loving Zoomoni’s lipstick pouches! Super cute and comfortable to touch, they also prevent lipstick stains in your bag by holding it all together. Get 20% off all Zoomoni products with coupon code “HAPPYHIGHLIFE”.
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.
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
GST increase to 9% in 2024: impact on Amex cards’ annual fees
GST increase: From 1st January 2024, Singapore will increase its GST from 8% to 9%. Here’s how it will impact American Express cards: new (i.e. more expensive) annual fees in 2024.
S$1728 annual fee: Is the Amex Platinum Charge card worth it?
The S$1728 annual fee for the American Express Platinum Charge card is a hefty one (and, it is slated to increase to S$1744 on 1 Jan 2024, to mirror Singapore’s GST increase from 8% to 9%). Was it worth it for me this year? Here’s my analysis.
Resorts World Sentosa joins Amex Love Dining!
From August 2023 onwards, enjoy American Express Love Dining privileges at two new restaurants at Resorts World Sentosa, CHIFA! (Peruvian-Chinese) and Soi Social (Thai). Reservations have to be made online (links in post) with the quote “AmexLD” in the promotional quote field.
“The best things in life are free. The second best, are very expensive.” — Coco Chanel
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