MetroResidences | Singapore
Expat Life
MetroResidences | Singapore
Expat Life
You just need something quick, easy, and can last you through the morning. If you’re not a morning person, we could all agree that getting up earlier to make a…
riley2018-08-25
Guest writer – James Chua, Co-Founder of MetroResidences.“A busy man who works long hours appreciates good-service more than an idle man” Corporate Housing is not for everyone, it is for…
riley2018-08-24
Written by Riley Heng, Head of Marketing at MetroResidencesFun fact: Every employee at MetroResidences is required to tag along with the housekeeping and partake in housekeeping duties, as part of…
riley2018-08-16
Guest writer - James Chua, Co-Founder of MetroResidences.If you cannot see it, it doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist. Many locals whom I've met aren't aware of what we do because…
riley2018-08-15
You would not have experienced the full spectrum of the Singaporean culture if you have never been to a wet market. More than just a place to get the freshest…
riley2018-08-14
The stress from work and living in a foreign environment may lead to the weakening of the immune system, making one more susceptible to infections and catching the cold bug.…
riley2018-07-12
One’s never too busy to make time for a quick read before bedtime or during the commute to work. Whether you’re an avid reader or not, make room on your…
riley2018-07-02
Before you can be qualified and labelled as an expat of Singapore, first you’ll have to go through the trials and tribulations of being a tourist. So here are the…
riley2018-05-21
So you’re settled in: you’ve got your job, your serviced apartment and your kids all here in one piece. Now the next step’s getting everyone’s life started. After-work for you…
riley2018-05-14
Yes, right from the taps of your serviced apartments. Singapore's tap water comes from four sources - the water from the local catchment, imported water (bought mainly from Malaysia), NEWater…
riley2018-05-08
Homesickness is not so much a culture shock, or hatred for your newly found troubles whilst travelling for business. It’s about missing your life back at home. As much as…
riley2018-05-04
Ever wandered outside of the serviced apartments in Singapore and noticed coffee shops (referred to as kopitiams) fitted under apartment blocks or food courts with drinks stall that doesn’t seem to…
riley2018-04-30
Sometimes, all you need is a little getaway. If you’re halfway across the world, the last thing you’d want to do is pass up the opportunity to explore the neighbouring…
riley2018-04-25
We too, never thought we’d hit 3 parts solely to grocery shopping. However, we are as dedicated to expat living as we are to the serviced apartments you live in.…
riley2018-04-19
Even though the stigma of using dating apps is probably long gone, they still might not be your thing. Swiping past tons of profiles just to get to one that…
riley2018-04-17
For the Singapore expat on a tight budget, you’ll be pleasantly surprised to know that Singapore isn’t just high fashion brands and consumer goods. If you need to save and…
riley2018-04-13
Working from home might sound like a great idea - a break from the boss, no workplace distractions or annoying colleagues to distract you from getting things done. This blessing…
riley2018-04-11
Being a single expat holed up in your serviced apartment can be pretty lonely, it's hard to be in a place without a loved one. In Singapore, expats dating each…
riley2018-04-05
Travelling is a tricky business. For the expat on the move, your smartphone is probably the most important object in your pocket, even if you’re just travelling from your serviced…
riley2018-04-03