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12 Best Monthly Deals For December 2021 In Time For Xmas & New Year

Best deals in December 2021


While we stuff ourselves with turkey and knock back a couple of eggnogs, nothing quite completes the Christmas experience without going on a shopping spree to buy presents for your loved ones, only for you to spend more time buying things for yourself.

And though we may feel invincible after having a full year of savings under our belt, it’s best to fight the urge and spend our money anyway – wisely, that is. Here are some of the best December 2021 deals:


1. 50% off admission tickets to Jurong Bird Park (U.P. $30.60)


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A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush. You can now have as many birds as you like in both hands at Jurong Bird Park with discounted tickets. SingapoRediscovers Vouchers can be used as well. 

Deal: 50% off for all types of tickets. 

  • Adult ticket at $17 (U.P. $34)
  • Children ticket at $11.50 (U.P. $23)
  • Senior citizens ticket at $7.50 (U.P. $15)

Simply sign up for their free WildPass membership and use the promo code <JBP50> during checkout.

Promotion period: Until 31st December 2021

Jurong Bird Park website


2. Up to 70% off at Marks & Spencer


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While we hate to see it go, Marks & Spencer’s Raffles City outlet will be having a moving out sale with various discounts throughout the entire store.

Deal: Offers up to 70% off when you shop at the Raffles City outlet.

Promotion period: Until 31st December 2021

Find out more about Marks & Spencer’s Moving On sale.


3. Over 70% off at Arena warehouse sale


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Unless you’re someone who enjoys skinny dipping, having a reliable set of swimwear in your wardrobe is a must. Arena isn’t an unfamiliar name for many Singaporeans, known for its durable and affordable swimming apparel. The good news? It’ll be having a huge sale this Christmas.

Deal: Up to 70% off storewide, with men’s swimming trunks starting from $9.90 and ladies swimwear from $12.90 onwards. Book an appointment here to attend the sale.

Promotion period: 13th – 19th December 2021

Arena website


4. Up to 50% off special GrabFood items



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With the December rain pouring in fast and furious, you may not want to leave the house to dabao food. Luckily, GrabFood is having a promotion on various food items, allowing you to enjoy some comfort food without leaving home.

Deal: 

  • 50% off Popeyes 6+4 bundle
  • 1-for-1 Flash Coffee Nutella Latte
  • 50% off Swensen’s Aglio Olio Meal

Promotion period: Until 12th December 2021

GrabFood website


5. 1-for-1 movie tickets & bundle deals at Cathay Cineplex 


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We all know the holiday season is when all the good movies come out. With blockbusters like Spiderman: No Way Home and The Matrix Resurrection, there are plenty of movies worth your dollar. To sweeten the deal, Cathay Cineplex is having 1-for-1 tickets so that you can bring a buddy along. 

Deal: 

  • PAssion POSB Debit Cardmembers can enjoy 1-for-1 tickets on the 10th of each month. 
  • Singtel customers can download the My Singtel app and redeem free 1-for-1 tickets for Saturday movie tickets
  • Special movie bundle: two tickets, a medium popcorn, regular soda, and a tub of pringles for $28 on weekdays and $36 from Friday to Sunday.

Promotion period: Now till 31st December 2021

Cathay Cineplex website


6. 1-for-1 Thai Milk Tea at Tuk Tuk Cha (U.P. $7.60)


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Fans of Tuk Tuk Cha can now enjoy their signature Thai Milk Tea with a friend with this 1-for-1 promotion.

Deal: $3.80 for two Thai Milk Teas (U.P. $7.60). Only available at Tuk Tuk Cha’s Bukit Batok outlet.

Promotion period: Now till 30th December 2021

Tuk Tuk Cha website


7. Free movie tickets for kids at Shaw Theatres


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For those with little ones, you can now plan your next family outing to the movies with Shaw Theatres.

Deal: 

  • Free ticket for kids six years old & below with every standard ticket purchased by an accompanying adult. Only valid on weekdays before 2PM and for walk-in purchases only. 
  • Special Ribena Popcorn Combo at $5.90 (U.P. $7.40).

Promotion period: Now till further notice

Find out more about Shaw Theatres’ deal.


8. 50% off Hawaiian Pizza from Pizza Hut (U.P. $35.90)


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In honour of Spiderman being released this December, why not grab the web-head’s favourite pizza from Pizza Hut at 50% off.

Deal: DBS/POSB Cardmembers get to enjoy 50% off one Hawaiian pizza ($17.95, U.P. $35.90) when using DBS PayLah! as the mode of payment.

Promotion period: Now till 30th December 2021

Find out more about Pizza Hut’s deal.


9. 1-for-1 buffet at Sun’s Café


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Foodies out there would love to know that Sun’s Café is having a 1-for-1 offer on their Peranakan lunch or dinner buffet. Expect authentic dishes such as Babi Pongteh, Itik Siok, and Sambal Udang – not to mention a variety of nyonya kuehs for dessert as well.

Deal: 1-for-1 Peranakan lunch or dinner buffet when you quote <DBS/POSB> upon reservation and make payment with your DBS/POSB Card. 

Promotion period: Now till 31st December 2021

Sun’s Café website


10. Free soya bean drinks with voucher set from Mr Bean


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If you’ve hit your monthly bubble tea quota, you can try switching things up with soya bean from Mr Bean, which is currently giving away free drinks.

Deal: Purchase a voucher set for $2.60 to claim three free soya bean drinks (U.P. $6+). Vouchers can also be used on future Mr Bean purchases, saving you up to $26.

Promotion period: Now till 12th December 2021


11. Free mouth gargle from Temasek Foundation


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Most of us would’ve experienced the feeling of waking up with a sore throat and being absolutely miserable for the rest of the day. To help alleviate this problem, Temasek Foundation is giving out free mouth gargle with just a few simple steps. 

Deal: Send “hello” to 9099 6600 on WhatsApp to register or visit the Stay Prepared website. Pre-select your collection venue, date and time slot and you can self-collect the mouth gargle at designated collection points islandwide. 

Promotion period: Now till 10th December 2021 (Collection until 12th December)


12. 1-for-1 lobsters at Ah Hoi’s Kitchen (U.P. $98 each)


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While seafood can often be expensive, Ah Hoi’s Kitchen will be having a 1-for-1 lobster offer for you to enjoy without breaking the bank. 

The lobsters can be prepared in 10 different ways, including local favourites like Singapore Chilli and Salted Egg. Diners will also receive two complimentary dishes of Double-boiled Chicken Consommé with each order of lobster.

Deal: 1-for-1 lobster at $98++. Only available from Friday to Sunday from 6PM-10PM.

Promotion period: Now till 2nd January 2022

Ah Hoi’s Kitchen website


Save big with these December 2021 deals


Now that we’ve made it through yet another year, there’s no better way to celebrate by treating ourselves to a much-deserved break. With so many deals and promos ranging from buffets to free movie tickets, let’s have one last hurrah before 2022 rolls in.

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Cover image adapted from: Hotel Grand Pacific, TMMW