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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.

Latest articles

7 up-and-coming travel hot spots worth a visit in 2026

Destinations such as Warsaw, Chiang Mai and Guiyang are gaining traction among Singapore travellers.

How a Singaporean created Michelin Key-winning Hokkaido ski resort Setsu Niseko

In the winter, Setsu Niseko offers expansive views of snow-covered mountains and ski slopes.

The Most Overused Phrase Of The Year Award goes to ‘hidden gem’

The phrase "hidden gem" has been applied to everything from newly-discovered restaurants to lesser-known destinations.

Four ways to keep traveller’s diarrhoea at bay

Traveller’s diarrhoea is often triggered by unfamiliar bacteria or pathogens.

Going on a holiday soon? 5 ways to upgrade your packing game to maximise your trip

Pack smart and save space for the goods that really matter on holiday with reliable duffel bags, packing cubes and more.

What to do when a natural disaster strikes on your holiday

Villagers wading through the mudflow to find a shelter in the aftermath of flash floods in Tukka village, Central Tapanuli, North Sumatra province, Indonesia on Dec 3.

A feast for the senses: Experience Tasmania in full autumn colours

In autumn, Tasmania’s only native cool-climate deciduous tree – the fagus, or deciduous beech – transforms highland landscapes into a tapestry of gold and amber.

Eight essential apps to use in China for cost savings and a smoother trip

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[Sarah to caption the name of app taken in the photo]

For story on Chinese-based app interfaces.

Mixologist Kit Cheung spills his favourite drinking haunts

Mr Kit Cheung (right) co-founded Perfume Trees Gin, an internationally acclaimed spirit made with 13 botanicals.

$2 versus $20 for an eSIM: What are travellers really paying for?

Premium eSIMs often include 24/7 multilingual support and stable coverage across multiple countries.