(List of questions are written down here to save your wallet while shopping in Singapore)
Why do I go to the malls? Is it for:
Window shopping?
Checking on the new malls and taking pictures?
If yes, put your wallet in the bottom of your bag and don’t take it out. Keep your hand busy with your camera.
Note the items you like and its price. Go back to the mall later if you think you have the budget and really want to buy them. If not, forget it and keep moving…
Eating?
Choose the nearest malls from where you stay for shopping. Don’t waste your time searching for good foods in certain malls because almost all malls come with restaurants, food-chain outlets, and food centre.
There is always something to suit your taste buds!
Shopping?
If yes, you may answer the next questions then.
What items do I want to buy?
Categorize and prioritize the items you want to buy such as electronics, jewelry, clothing, souvenirs, shoes, bags, furnishing, beddings, and things for your kids.
Write the brand name or the alternative brand name, and estimated price for each items.
How much am I going to spend the money?
You’ll get the budget to spend if you’ve done things as mentioned in number 2.
Check the price tag displayed in the stores! Is the 7% GST (goods & services tax) inclusive in the price?
Even if there is 7% GST charges, you can claim for
GST Refund based on Tourist Refund Scheme
if you spent a minimum of $100 at a participating retail shop on a single day.
Ask for return and exchange policy before confirming your purchase.
In case you don’t get the right items you can change it with something else. This way, you won’t blow out your budget.
Enjoy special discount rate for shopping, dining, entertainment, hotels, attractions and transport from 5% to 20% if you present your SIA or Silk Air boarding pass within 7 days of flight to some of its participating outlets.
How many days or hours do I have to shop?
Well, some are get enough with few hours or a day out but frankly speaking I never feel enough shopping in Singapore!
Some shops here are open at 11.00am even though the official opening hours are from 9.00am to 10.00pm. If you have tight schedule, you shall visit
Mustafa Shopping Centre
which is open 24 hours 7 days.
If you heard about late night shopping, it’s actually an hour extension so that most stores and restaurants at participating malls especially in Orchard road area are open till 11.00pm on Saturday.
It will give you more time for shopping in Singapore.
