u/Jigzsaww

Hi everyone!

I have a layover in Singapore and I’ll be free from around 6AM to 1PM before heading back to Changi Airport for my 4:20PM flight (planning to return early just to be safe).

Would appreciate suggestions for:

• must-visit spots for a short layover
• good food places
• hidden gems
• places that are actually realistic to do within a few hours

Also, if possible, could you include the fastest MRT route to get there from Changi Airport (what stations/lines to take)?

Another question — is there a place in Terminal 1 where I can leave my hand-carry luggage/backpack and how much does it usually cost?

Would also appreciate any advice regarding:

• immigration timing in the morning
• how early I should return to the airport
• whether MRT or Grab is better during those hours

Thanks a lot!

Hi everyone!

I have a layover in Singapore and I’ll be free from around 6AM to 1PM before heading back to Changi Airport for my 4:20PM flight (planning to return early just to be safe).

Would appreciate suggestions for:

• must-visit spots for a short layover
• good food places
• hidden gems
• places that are actually realistic to do within a few hours

Also, if possible, could you include the fastest MRT route to get there from Changi Airport (what stations/lines to take)?

Another question — is there a place in Terminal 1 where I can leave my hand-carry luggage/backpack and how much does it usually cost?

Would also appreciate any advice regarding:

• immigration timing in the morning
• how early I should return to the airport
• whether MRT or Grab is better during those hours

Thanks a lot!

Hey guys! I’m heading to Indonesia soon and I’m trying to figure out the best card strategy to minimize fees.

I’m thinking of doing a "combo" approach, what do you guys think?

1. For Physical Swiping (Malls, Alfamart, Cafes): MariBank Since MariBank is still 0% forex fee for physical in-store swipes, I’m planning to use this for everything I can tap or dip at the terminal. GoTyme is at 1%, so Mari is the clear winner here, right?
2. For Apps (Grab, Gojek, & Food Delivery): GoTyme This is where it gets tricky. I realized that even if you're physically in Indo, card payments on Grab, Gojek, or ShopeeFood count as online/e-commerce transactions.

Since MariBank now charges 2% for international online/cross-border fees, wouldn't it be better to use GoTyme instead? From what I’ve read, GoTyme keeps it at a flat 1% even for online payments, so I’d save 1% on every ride and meal delivery.

TL;DR:

• Physical swipes/ATMs: MariBank (0%)
• Ride-hailing & Food apps: GoTyme (1% vs Mari's 2%)

Does this math check out? Or am I missing some hidden fees for Indonesia? Also, if anyone has tried GCash Visa or Maya for Grab/Gojek recently, is the rate any better than GoTyme’s 1%?

Thank you so much!

Hey guys! I’m heading to Indonesia soon and I’m trying to figure out the best card strategy to minimize fees.

I’m thinking of doing a "combo" approach, what do you guys think?

1. For Physical Swiping (Malls, Alfamart, Cafes): MariBank
   Since MariBank is still 0% forex fee for physical in-store swipes, I’m planning to use this for everything I can tap or dip at the terminal. GoTyme is at 1%, so Mari is the clear winner here, right?

2. For Apps (Grab, Gojek, & Food Delivery): GoTyme
   This is where it gets tricky. I realized that even if you're physically in Indo, card payments on Grab, Gojek, or ShopeeFood count as online/e-commerce transactions.

Since MariBank now charges 2% for international online/cross-border fees, wouldn't it be better to use GoTyme instead? From what I’ve read, GoTyme keeps it at a flat 1% even for online payments, so I’d save 1% on every ride and meal delivery.

TL;DR:

• Physical swipes/ATMs: MariBank (0%)
• Ride-hailing & Food apps: GoTyme (1% vs Mari's 2%)

Does this math check out? Or am I missing some hidden fees for Indonesia? Also, if anyone has tried GCash Visa or Maya for Grab/Gojek recently, is the rate any better than GoTyme’s 1%?

Post refined using AI po hehe. Thank you so much!

Ask ko lang po sana if paano mag commute from Marikina Bayan to Hinulugang Taktak and Cloud 9?thanks po!

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