MetroResidences | Singapore
Expat Life
MetroResidences | Singapore
Expat Life
What is a global citizen? You may or may not have heard the term before. We all coexist on this planet, focused on the tasks at hand. Our lives often…
naren2019-03-15
Maturing estates and more land in the west has seen the rise of many industries and job opportunities. So if you’ve recently scored a gig near Jurong, Bukit Panjang or…
naren2019-02-26
Where I'm from. It was late 2017 around October or November when I got the call from my, then manager. I was sitting at my desk and started my first,…
naren2019-02-20
Sometimes, a house doesn't feel like home till everything is there. Now, we cant help you find a loyal tail-wagging housemate but we can help you find the right apartment…
naren2019-02-14
This article was written by our friends, over at Wantedly. Convenience has taken on a whole new meaning for us Singaporeans obsessed with food. I vaguely recall a time when convenience…
naren2019-02-11
No thanks, Mum. That should be your answer. Solo travel is here and now. So why shouldn't women around the world embrace this life-changing experience of misadventure and sheer folly?…
naren2019-02-04
If you’re like many Expats who have been drawn to the eastern districts of Singapore for work, you can count yourself highly lucky. This stretch of Singapore is known for…
naren2019-01-18
Over the years and after multiple chats with our Expat friends, I have come to realise that many of them see Singapore just as a stopover. Sure, we’re rich in…
naren2019-01-11
Sweating like a sinner in church It's a small island along the equator so you can't expect anything less. Tropical spouts of rain followed by constant sun generate a lot…
naren2018-12-20
Written by Riley Heng, Head of Marketing at MetroResidencesWe’re screwed. The topic of climate change is ever-present. It’s talked about in school, in the news, in documentaries, and even on…
naren2018-12-13
From cleanliness to services provided, more and more whistleblowers have been coming forward to shed light on appalling practises that go on in the hospitality industry. So here’s a collection…
naren2018-12-04
If you aren't fresh off the aeroplane, you would have probably used the MRT (mass rapid transit) before. It's one of three main popular modes of public transportation in Singapore…
naren2018-11-14
Sometimes, nothing beats home cooking. With the abundant choice amenities, Katong is close to a number of supermarkets and wet markets. Closer to the south, you’ll find Parkway Shopping Centre;…
naren2018-10-31
So it's 8am, Monday morning. You've skipped breakfast and your shoes are scuffed. Your pressed shirt starts to soak up the perspiration brought upon by the wonderful weather we have…
naren2018-10-30
Looking for Singapore serviced apartments in the central business district? Here is a rundown of three options for you to choose from. The Tanjong Pagar district is about as close…
naren2018-10-28
Late night bite or breakfast delight. The streets of Katong have it all! Adorned by warm rustic cafes and loved for timeless eateries all along the slip-streets of East Coast…
naren2018-10-24
As the global market transitions into the next phase, resource managers are having to deal with greater varying talent pools. A recent pattern is the increased number of Millennial expats…
naren2018-10-23
Tropical Singapore sees endless summers and is hardly associated with the changing of seasons. The ever-present sun only ever makes way for rain. However, roughly once every year, the green…
naren2018-10-19
A stroll through the district and you might find little bits of information along the trail. Old bookstore, coffee shops and minimarts can be found along Joo Chiat Place. The…
naren2018-10-17