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Living
Thoughtful Christmas Present Ideas 2023 for Your Loved Ones
2023 Christmas is around the corner. Have you got any Christmas ideas for your loved ones? This year, let’s focus on thoughtful, unique, and heartwarming gifts that will not only...
14 December 2023
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Travel
Ghibli Park Ultimate Guide: Attractions, Opening Hours, Tickets, Travel, and Review
Calling out all the Ghibli fans! If you’re curious about Ghibli Park, I’ve got you covered. You’ll find all the details: opening hours, awesome attraction photo spots, and most importantly,...
13 December 2023
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Credit Cards
Travel Credit Card Duel: Standard Chartered Cathay Mastercard vs. DBS Black World Mastercard
Greetings, fellow finance aficionados and jet-setters! With the world opening up once again, it’s time to dust off your suitcases and dream about new adventures. And what’s a savvy traveller’s...
6 December 2023
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Living
Making the Best of HK Public Holidays: A Guide to Maximising Annual Leave in 2024
2023 is ending soon and 2024 is around the corner! Have you planned out how you are going to use the public holidays? In the vibrant city of Hong Kong,...
1 December 2023
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Budgeting
Guide To Cheap Flight Tickets In Hong Kong: Airline Offers Overview
The Cathay Pacific cheap flight tickets have returned! Are you prepared to snatch up those discounted flight tickets? Not only from Cathay Pacific, we have also included more flight discount...
23 November 2023
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Dining
Top 12 Korean Restaurants in Hong Kong
안녕하세요! (“Hello” in Korean!) My Korean foodie friends, if you’re looking for a complete guide to list all the best Korean Restaurants in Hong Kong, you’re at the right place!...
23 November 2023
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Budgeting
Best Shopping Mall in Hong Kong: Christmas Promotions
Hong Kong is a shopping mecca, with sprawling multi-story shopping malls that offer a vast array of world-class brands. Like The Landmark, Harbour City, and Times Square, which provide all...
23 November 2023
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Credit Cards
Best Rooftop Bars In Hong Kong: All-In-One Directory
The breathtaking skyline of Hong Kong along Victoria Harbor is a world-class sight to behold. To truly appreciate the never-sleeping city’s majestic beauty, there’s nothing like sipping your favorite sundowners...
22 November 2023
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Career
Digital Nomad: What is it? The Best Countries for Travelling While Working
Let’s be honest. Who hasn’t daydreamed of basking in the sun on a beautiful Thai beach while typing away furiously on their laptop, updating spreadsheets, and making bank? (C’mon, you...
21 November 2023
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Pet Care
How Much Does A Visit To Vet Cost? Hong Kong Veterinary Service Fee Overview
As we all know, veterinary clinics charge an arm and a leg in Hong Kong. Taking cats and dogs to see a veterinarian for cat and dog sterilization or even...
20 November 2023
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Pet Insurance
Hong Kong Pet Insurance Comparison 2023—OneDegree/Blue Cross/FWD/Prudential Price & Coverage
Looking for pet insurance for your furry friend? Pet medical expenses can quickly add up to hundreds or even thousands of dollars per checkup, with surgery and long-term treatment even...
20 November 2023
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Living
Clockenflap 2023: The Ultimate Music and Arts Festival Experience!
Clockenflap 2023 is back and ready to rock Hong Kong from December 1 to 3, 2023! If you missed out on grabbing tickets earlier in March this year, don’t worry,...
16 November 2023
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Travel
JR Pass Beginner Guide – All You Need To Know!
With countless captivating experiences awaiting, Japan is a destination that should not be missed. However, transporting different cities within Japan can be quite expensive, often holding travelers back from venturing...
16 November 2023
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Online shopping
Hong Kong Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals: All-in-One Guide
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are around the corner this month. Are you ready to snatch deals from international brands like Amazon Dyson, or local brands like Fortress and HKTVmall...
16 November 2023
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Investment
Best Robo Advisors In Hong Kong: Syfe, Stashaway, Welab Gowealth, Sofi Hong Kong Comparison
Robo advisors, it sounds like we’re having the Terminator T-600 grow our bank. (We’re not there yet!) Put the joke aside, we’re living in an era where inflation climbed to...
16 November 2023
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Family
Hong Kong Apartment Renting Guide
Renting an apartment in Hong Kong can be like searching for a needle in a haystack, especially looking for a cheap one!, But we got the tips to find the...
16 November 2023
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Budgeting
How to Budget Like a Pro: Your Ultimate Guide to Personal Budgeting
Budgeting is an important process that helps you and your family track your spending, reach their financial goals, and take control of their finances. I would say it is literally...
15 November 2023
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Career
SME Funding in Hong Kong: Government SME funding, SME Financing Guarantee Scheme, SME Loan Overview
Salutations, my fellow pioneer innovators! If you’re reading this, you’re probably passionate about expanding your business in Hong Kong and may wonder where to get SMEs and startup funding. Well,...
14 November 2023
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Travel
Top 10 Must-See Japanese Festivals / Matsuri
In Japan, festivals, known as “matsuri” (まつり) in modern times, include a range of large-scale events, including traditional religious rituals and modern tourist festive activities. Both types of festivals continue...
9 November 2023
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Loans
Tax Loans Comparison In Hong Kong
Tax loans may sound unfamiliar to many people and create the impression that they are solely for tax payments. However, tax loans can actually be used for a variety of...
8 November 2023
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Loans
Does a Low TU Credit Score Affect Applying for a Tax Loan?
Entering October means that all my working friends will receive tax notices. I bet some of you may consider borrowing tax loans, hoping to relieve tax pressure on one hand...
8 November 2023
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Credit Cards
Is A Tax Loan The Best Solution For Credit Card Debts?
Tax loans provide an opportunity to borrow money at attractive interest rates compared to personal loans during the tax season (from Oct to Apr), making them an enticing option for...
8 November 2023
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Living
15 Best Cake Shops in Hong Kong: Dang Wen Li / Cova 1817 / Mandarin Cake Shop And More…
Hey, sweet tooth, looking for a sugar rush? Luckily, you’re in Hong Kong, where you can find a plethora of cake shops that offer anything you could imagine—from chocolate-filled decadent...
1 November 2023
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Travel
Hong Kong Airport Lounge Overview
Most people think airport lounges are these exclusive places reserved for fancy business class travellers or high-status airline members, where they can sip on expensive drinks and relax before their...
1 November 2023
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Travel
Best Place To Ski In Japan: Japan Ski Resorts, Equipment, Travel Insurance
Got any plans for the year-end holiday? Maybe skiing in Japan? I’m sure you’ll be happy for the well-celebrated “Japow” (“Japan Powder”) that allows you to ride on the soft,...
1 November 2023