MONEY FM 89.3 - #Wanderlust

Your bags are packed, and now you're finally headed off that plane for a holiday. But, do have enough foreign currency in that country that you are going to? Avoid the pitfalls of low exchange rates, high commission charges and unexpected fees when spending overseas. On #Wanderlust, host Timothy Go spoke to James Shanahan, Singapore CEO, Revolut, an app and physical card that makes currency exchanges more reasonable.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How confident are you to travel towards the end of the year for your year-end holiday? It is not going to be easy, especially with varying travel restrictions in different countries. But, help is out there, if you're planning for your trip. On #Wanderlust, Timothy Go spoke to Lavinia Rajaram APAC Head of Communications at Expedia to find out more.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On #Wanderlust, Prime Time's Timothy Go shares what you need to note before travelling overseas during this period as flying can be tricky with Covid-19 travel restrictions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Digital health declaration documents systems are country-specific and often restrictive, as the standards can vary greatly from one another. On #Wanderlust, Prime Time's Timothy Go looks at how this can be streamlined into an efficient, integrated way to verify that citizens are safe for travel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On #Wanderlust, Prime Time's Timothy Go looks at some of the possible destinations that may go under Singapore's VTL travel arrangement soon.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first flight ferrying passengers from Germany travelling under a quarantine-free scheme has landed at Changi Airport. SQ325's landing marks the start of Singapore's Vaccinated Travel Lane scheme, which is open to Brunei and Germany. On #Wanderlust Timothy Go looks at the do's and don'ts of the Quarantine-free Vaccinated Travel Lanes for eligible leisure and business travelers. Pay attention because it is complicated. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who is buying? Where are they buying? Are there signs of resilience in any particular sector? What is the future of office space in downtown Singapore? How has the resale residential sector coped? Michelle Martin speaks to Mr Ismail Gafoor, CEO and Executive Chairman of PropNex to discuss the state of the property market vis-a-vis the Covid-19 pandemic, noticeable trends in the property space and the factors influencing property purchase.

Timothy Go speaks to Aaron Wong of Milelion.com about government airline bailouts and what airlines should do with unused frequent flyer points.

Timothy Go speaks to Fitch Solutions Analyst Tao Hai Lin for his analysis of the battered tourism sector and what should be done to revive it.

Timothy Go speaks with Marcus Yong, Klook, Vice President, Marketing, APAC, about How Klook  can help you beat the cabin fever while keeping your travel spirit alive with your family at home.

Timothy Go speaks with Aaron Wong, founder of travel website Milelion.com, about traveling in the time of COVID-19 and the new realities travelers must face as countries start to open up.

Vacation Deprivation and how a vacation state of mind can help people and families cope with holiday cancellations and staying at home in isolation because of the Covid 19 Pandemic. Timothy Go talks to Expedia's Lavinia Rajaram, about what we can do about it.

Timothy Go talks to The Straits Times Travel Editor Lee Siew Hwa about how to deal with travel disruptions affecting your holiday plans, and how to keep the spirit of travel alive in the time of COVID-19.

Safe-distancing on board flights have been talked about with airline promising to keep the middle seat empty. But one seat design company has an even better idea. A seat that faces front and back - with a shield that covers each passenger from one another, designed by Avionterior, an italian company that has been designing airline seats for decades. Timothy Go spoke with the  CEO of Avionteriors from Rome, Mr Paolo Drago.

Timothy Go Speaks to Expedia's Lavinia Rajaram about what travel companies should do to maintain your confidence.

Timothy Go rounds up options, some airlines are offering passengers who are grounded because of COVID-19. And find out how airlines are retaining their most loyal passengers.

Timothy Go speaks to American Ruth Turner about her experience in Uzbekistan when the country closed its borders without warning. It took her a longer time to find a way out.

Timothy Go speaks to Italian-Australian Daniele Manai about reaching out to Embassies for help in getting out of Uzbekistan when the country closed down borders, in the wake of the COVID 19 outbreak

Timothy Go talks about what it's like to be stranded in a foreign land. Find out what happened after borders were closed in Uzbekistan to contain the spread of COVID-19, and who helped Tim get a flight out.

Join Timothy Go, as he talks about how planes are disinfected prior to taking off for their next journey to some part of the World.

Join Timothy Go, as he talks about how not to stress-out while traveling for work or holiday. After all, that would defeat the purpose of the trip in the first place! Also, Tim shares some tips on how to maximise what your next Economy flight has to offer.

Join Timothy Go, as he speaks to Professor Nitin Pangarkar about how the aviation industry has been impacted by the Covid 19 Coronavirus Disease 2019 epidemic.

Join Timothy Go, as he speaks to Ong Hanjie, Managing Director, EU Asia Holiday about how travel has been challenged by the effects of the ongoing Covid 19 Coronavirus Disease 2019 epidemic.

Join Timothy Go, as he speaks to Dr Chester Lan, Resident Doctor with DTAP Clinic Group about what you should and should not do when traveling so as to avoid getting sick.

To get the best deals on airline seats, you have to understand airline companies' confusing pricing structures. Find out mrore as Timothy Go speaks to Skyscanner's Robin Lee.

Join Timothy Go, as he talks about jet lag and shares valuable tips on how to deal with this common condition on your next long-haul flight!

Join Timothy Go, as he speaks to Dana Bachar Grossman, Author of Fight Or Flight? The Survival Guide For Flying With Kids about the 7 tips for surviving a long-haul flight with kids.

Join Timothy Go, as he speaks to Dr Julian Hong, Resident Doctor, DTAP Clinic Group about the importance of getting your vaccinations sorted before heading out on that well-deserved vacation.

Join Timothy Go, as he speaks to Lee Siew Hua, Travel Editor, ST Life about Saudi Arabia being open for tourism. They also talk about your chance to see the other Petra.

Join Timothy Go, as he speaks to Lavinia Rajaram, APAC Head of Communications, Brand Expedia about the top 5 year-end destinations for Singapore travellers, the top 10 fastest growing year-end destinations for Singapore travellers, the top 5 alternative year-end destinations with cheaper flight and hotel prices and the best times to book flights and hotels for year-end travel.

JoinTimothy Go, as he speaks to Judith Davidson, Regional Director for Asia,HomeAway, about how they facilitate holidays and what sets holiday homes aside from traditional forms of accommodation.

Join Timothy Go, as he speaks to Melanie Brunner, Sales & Marketing Manager, South-East Asia, Swiss Travel System and Christian Kaspar, EVP, Head of Global Market Management, Swiss Travel System about why you ought to plan a trip to Switzerland this upcoming Winter.

Join Timothy Go, as he speaks to Rohith Murthy, Founder & Country Manager of SingSaver, to discuss Credit Card Redemption.

Join Timothy Go, as he speaks to Tiffany Fumiko Tay, Straits Times Consumer Reporter about dealing with sweet deals, spotting hidden costs and sales tactics used by travel companies.

Join Timothy Go as he discusses with Mike Valkevich, VP, Global Sales and Program Management, Asia-Pacific, CWT, about self-service travel and the benefits it offers travellers around the world.

Join Timothy Go, as he talks about problems faced with travel documentation and discusses a little on some of the latest airline news.

Join Timothy Go, as he continues his discussion about Uzbekistan, with an emphasis on the people and culture there.

Join Timothy Go, as he tells us all about where he went for his last birthday - Uzbekistan.

Join Timothy Go, as he tells us just why we ought to make our birthdays a little more special by travelling to somewhere unique.

Is there more to Dubai than the glitz and glamour we see? Or is it really a playground for the rich and famous. And Seattle... Now, that there is a non-stop flight from Singapore to Seattle, is there something there for the regular traveler? Join Timothy Go, as he speaks to Lee Siew Hwa, Travel Editor, Straits Times Life, to find out if Seattle is still the edgy city it is known for being, or if it has all grown up.

Join Timothy Go, as he speaks to Skyscanner’s Robyn Lee about the hottest destinations this year. It is never too late to plan for a vacation to one of those locations.

Join Timothy Go, as he speaks with Kenneth Lim, Director of Travel Agencies and Tourist guides, Singapore Tourism Board, about what you should expect from your travel agency which you booked your flights and holiday with, and what you should prepare when you file a claim from your travel insurance provider.

Join Timothy Go, as he speaks with Expedia's Lavinia Rajaram to find out how Singaporeans behave in hotels and vacation rentals, and what they take with them when they leave.

Join Timothy Go, as he speaks with Expedia's Lavinia Rajaram to find out just why many Singaporeans are saying they are vacation-deprived, but do not take the leave that they are entitled to. This is in relation to a new Expedia survey which reveals that more than 60 percent of Singapore workers feel they did not get enough vacation time in 2018, with about four in 10 saying they could not get enough time off work to use up their annual leave.

Join Timothy Go, as he finds out what are some of the good deals and destinations to fly to during the upcoming National Day Weekend. He also discusses autumn holiday planning. Guest: Robyn Lee from Skyscanner.

Join Timothy Go, as he shares his perspectives on some of the latest airline updates making the airwaves - Skytrax ratings, SilverKris Lounge revamps and Delta's unique Economy-class experience.

Timothy Go speaks with Expedia's Lavinia Rajaram on the importance of flight etiquette and gets advice on what you really should NOT do while jetting off.

Join Timothy Go as he discusses with Mike Valkevich, VP, Global Sales and Program Management, Asia-Pacific, CWT, about business traveler behaviour on choosing an aisle or window seat, the woes of missing a flight or losing one's luggage, the differences between public and private transport, and various travel preferences.

Join Timothy Go as he takes listeners to some unique locations around the world that are less travelled.