Community/ Shopping: Toppen opens Lifestyle RoofTopp Nestled on a New Multi-storey Car Park

Congratulations Toppen Shopping Centre on the plans to extend the retailtainment space with a lifestyle RoofTopp and nine-storey car park! Staying true to its name 'Topp', the lifestyle RoofTop aims to provide the community with more parking spaces and an exciting retail mix at the top 2 floors. The construction of the mutli-storey car park started in April 2021 and is expected to be completed by Q3 2022.

Community/ Shopping: Johoreans, Brace Yourselves for Toppen Shopping Centre in 2019!

Last week, I was invited to a press conference by IKEA Southeast Asia. IKEA SEA is pleased to announce the development of Toppen Shopping Centre, an impressive 1.1 million square-feet shopping destination located in the heart of Tebrau, Johor. This shopping centre, which is seamlessly integrated with IKEA Tebrau, is expected to open its doors to the surrounding neighbourhood and extended community by the third quarter of 2019. Yes, another shopping mall is coming our way, Johoreans!

[Guest Post] What To Know About Planning A Big Event

Organising an upcoming event? They can be a big headache but also a great satisfaction. Luckily, here are some tips to help you get started!

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Event: Enchanting Snowfall @ AEON Malls Johor Bahru

Have you ever wanted to experience snow in Malaysia? The weather has been sweltering hot lately that it makes me wish for the cooling 22-degree weather again... or even the coldness in Europe! I was lucky enough to experience fresh, thick snow in St. Wolfgang, Austria when I was there last November. But I never thought I'd get to experience real snow again so soon, especially in my own country! How is that possible, you ask?

[Guest Post] How To Decide The Best Property For You To Stay In Singapore

I live in JB, and it's really near Singapore - so its no surprise that we are constantly compared to each other, especially in terms of home ownership. For a city with limited land resources, it is essential that you make the right decision when it comes to which property to buy. Learn how to make the right decision with this post:

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[Guest Post] Low-cost Travelling in Europe: A Full Guide

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I'm actually in the midst of planning my travels this year-end, so this post could not have come at a better time! We are planning a budget trip so any tips would be helpful to us. It is possible to save money and have fun at the same time!

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[Guest Post] Is it Worth It To Become A Rental Property Landlord?

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Property is one of the most talked about topics in Malaysia right now. At my age, it is not uncommon for youngsters to start planning their future and start saving in order to own a property. Even if we can't own a property, we still have thoughts about renting it out to earn some extra cash. But, how stable is the property market right now? Is it still lucrative to make money via renting out your property? Read this guest post to find out more.

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Shopping: Shopping on Taobao via SGShop Malaysia!

One of my greatest passions in life as many people know is SHOPPING. But most of the time, I try to source out the best deals which is why I love shopping on Taobao where everything is almost a fraction of the prices here! It can be quite tedious to shop on Taobao when you are half a 'banana' like me, so I'm really glad that SGShop came into the picture to solve that problem! See the huge parcel that I got? I can't wait to share with you guys how convenient it is to shop on the site + there's a discount code for you at the end too!

Shopping: ezbuy Malaysia vs Taobao

My love for shopping on Taobao was rekindled recently because of ezbuy Malaysia! In case you didn't already know, Taobao is the biggest China shopping site where you can find practically anything! I used to get friends to shop for me on Taobao because I can't really read Chinese.. I do believe the last time I placed an order from China was 2 or 3 years ago? It's pretty inconvenient when you can't read the description or reviews of what you wanna buy LOL. I'm glad a service like ezbuy was introduced to me!

[Guest Post] Get Extra Savings Online with Promo Codes in Asia

In this technological-driven world that we live in, there is no lack of websites to help you save some cash. No matter what country you're in, there is bound to be a trusted coupon or money-saving site to help you get through your lifestyle a little easier. Here's one about KiasuPromos, a start-up coupons and promo code website from Singapore!

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Community: #UberPark is Here!

Don't you sometimes feel that our cities are getting more and more congested that there's almost no free space to breathe or just chillax? Parks used to be such a common public place to hang out, before it was taken over by buildings and parking lots. Well, to combat that feeling of congestion, Uber Malaysia has decided to launch UberPark!

[Guest Post] Important Considerations for Selecting a Diamond Jeweller for an Engagement Ring

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Whether I'd like to admit it or not, I'm already at that age where it is no longer surprising to see my friends getting engaged. I don't know about you, but as a fashion lover, I find that picking the perfect engagement ring is so important! Not only does it have to be meaningful, the quality has to be top-notch as well as you will possibly be wearing it for the rest of your life. For those of you who are looking to get a diamond engagement ring, you should read this article!

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Community: LEGOLAND® Malaysia Exclusive Flash Deal Promo for Johoreans!

When people ask me about interesting places to visit in Johor, the first thing that usually comes to mind is LEGOLAND®! Come on, who wouldn't have heard of this world-class, world-known themepark? To be perfectly honest though, I myself have never been there before but this promotion that I'm going to share with you seems like the perfect time to finally go visit!

Shopping: Save Money on Health, Beauty & Wellness with Groupon

I'm all about enjoying life, I love getting my hair coloured, facial done or nails did. But these pampering are even more satisfying when its on a budget so it makes my wallet happy too! Don't worry, it's possible to get good quality services on health, beauty and wellness even though it's purchased on a fraction of a cost.. with Groupon! As mentioned previously, my mom and I are avid fans of Groupon because it helps us save so much money! Trust me, I've had my fair share of facial and hair services that I was introduced to from Groupon and most of the time, the experience was great. 

Fashion: Things to Look For in a Modern Prom Dress Shop

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As you may or may not know, I've been on the hunt for a good formal wear to wear to my aunt's wedding at the end of this year for quite awhile now. As much as I appreciate online shopping, sometimes there are things that cannot be avoided and you'd still need to go to a physical store ultimately to try on dresses. Here are some tips on how to shop for a prom dress or formal wear for that special occassion!

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Shopping: Time to Save Money with Groupon Coupons!

Let's be honest here. Who doesn't like to have that extra buck or two in your wallet? What if I told you that it's possible to fulfil your shopping needs, but still save money at the same time? Some of you may or may not know, but I am currently freelancing so every cent counts when it comes to saving money. Believe it or not, this is actually a trick that I learnt from my mother, an avid Groupon user! She uses this coupons-saving site all the time to buy dining vouchers or merchandises, and I've picked up on this skill to help me save some money while enjoying life!

Event x Giveaway: Spritzer Slide the City is Coming to Johor Bahru!

It's going to be big. REALLY big - unlike anything that you've ever seen before. Don't know what I'm talking about? I'm sure you have heard about Spritzer Slide the City that made its smashing debut in Putrajaya last year. Trust me, I was green with envy when I saw that thousands of Malaysians, including some of my friends, had the chance to experience this giant slide while I was sitting at home scrolling through Facebook LOL. But good news!! Following the overwhelming response in Melaka and Kuantan, Slide the City is now COMING TO JOHOR!

Home & Living/ Lifestyle/ Tech: 1st Philips Malaysia Brand Store in Johor!

First off, hearty congratulations to Philips Malaysia are in order for the official launch of the very first Philips Brand Store in Johor, and it also happens to be their 2nd store in Malaysia! According to a report by Nielsen, the most successful retailers and manufacturers use the best elements of a physical store combined with a strong digital presence to deliver seamless customer experiences, and Philips seems to be doing just that. I was invited to pay a visit to the store in Sutera Mall to check out the array of products available.

[Guest Post] Bright Culture Tuition Centre Helps Singapore Students Achieve Their Potential

Wow, it's not often that I speak about education-related content on my blog, but this is one that I feel is worth sharing, what with the ongoing buzz about education in Singapore. I myself have cousins who are studying there and I know how competitive it is. It's no wonder that more & more students are opting to go for after-school tuition lessons. Well, Bright Culture, one of the leading tuition centres in Singapore has something different to bring to the table and hopefully, it'll help you young readers who are reading my blog!

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Shopping: #AltheaTurns1 Birthday Celebration

What's up, guys! I'm sorry for disappearing, it's almost 3 weeks into July and I'm just only penning my first post haha. The reason is because I've been super busy this month with meeting my friends who are back for Summer break, travelling (albeit locally), and I also fell sick twice.. Now that I'm back, it's only right that I share some deals with you! Yes, it's about Althea's 1st birthday celebration!