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Sarah Stanley

Sarah covers travel at the Life desk, as well as stories on aviation, culture and emerging lifestyle trends. Her first taste of journalism was as an intern in 2021 with The Straits Times, where she discovered her passion for storytelling. Prior to ST, she worked as a flight attendant with Singapore Airlines and crafted social media strategies for the Republic of Singapore Air Force. She holds a linguistics degree from the Nanyang Technological University.

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7 Singapore snacks that make perfect gifts for family and friends overseas

Snacks from Singapore brands feature flavours inspired by local dishes and snacks with a hit of spice and complexity in tastes.
Snacks from Singapore brands feature flavours inspired by local dishes and snacks with a hit of spice and complexity in tastes.

Glocal Mahjong’s founders map out their favourite artsy hangouts in Hong Kong

Dr Chan Lai Kiu and her daughter Kay Ng started Glocal Mahjong in 2020.
Dr Chan Lai Kiu and her daughter Kay Ng started Glocal Mahjong in 2020.

First look at SIA’s new first-class lounge at Changi Airport T2, which opens on Nov 7

SIA's First Class SilverKris Lounge at Changi Airport Terminal 2 will be able to accommodate around 130 customers.
SIA's First Class SilverKris Lounge at Changi Airport Terminal 2 will be able to accommodate around 130 customers.

S’pore’s first dedicated wellness attraction to feature thermal pools, saunas and water slides

Image render of Therme Singapore, the new wellness facility at the Marina South Coastal site.
Image render of Therme Singapore, the new wellness facility at the Marina South Coastal site.

Best 11.11 travel deals, including $111 for return airfare to Bangkok, Guangzhou, Osaka and more

Travel companies are tailoring their deals for Singapore travellers as 11.11, one of the biggest sales periods of the year, approaches.
Travel companies are tailoring their deals for Singapore travellers as 11.11, one of the biggest sales periods of the year, approaches.

Creator of HK’s viral Bakehouse egg tarts on where to eat beyond the tourist trail

Chef Gregoire Michaud lists cycling in the coastal enclave of Sai Kung and relaxing on Kam Tin Beach as some of his favourite pastimes.
Chef Gregoire Michaud lists cycling in the coastal enclave of Sai Kung and relaxing on Kam Tin Beach as some of his favourite pastimes.

How a S’porean woman built her dream tiny home to host guests in New Zealand

sstiny27 - Priscilla Tan Tiny Home NZ_Farm Animals

Credit: Courtesy of Priscilla Tan
sstiny27 - Priscilla Tan Tiny Home NZ_Farm Animals

Credit: Courtesy of Priscilla Tan

The other Japan: Discover Okinawa’s island charm

Okinawa was named one of Expedia's destinations of the year for 2026.
Okinawa was named one of Expedia's destinations of the year for 2026.

Airfares from S’pore to Tokyo fall, but prices to Japan’s regional cities Fukuoka, Nagoya up

Maizuru Park, built around the ruins of Fukuoka Castle, houses several sports facilities, a courthouse, and an art museum.
Maizuru Park, built around the ruins of Fukuoka Castle, houses several sports facilities, a courthouse, and an art museum.

Plane Truths: Cabin crew spill the beans on how to handle difficult passengers, turbulence and more

Cabin crew are likely to know whether a passenger is easy or difficult to handle from observing facial expressions and body language during boarding.
Cabin crew are likely to know whether a passenger is easy or difficult to handle from observing facial expressions and body language during boarding.

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