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4 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Rent In Singapore

Denise Bay
Updated

This article was originally on GET.com at: 4 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Rent In Singapore

Be it a BMW, Porsche, or Maserati, most people probably already know that it's possible to rent a swanky sports car just to get a feel of driving one (or impressing your date) if you can't afford owning one just yet. For the fun of it, we at GET.com have done some research and put together this list of 4 things you probably didn't know you could rent in Singapore. The second one on the list is quite a shocker - it will make your jaw drop.

4 Things You Didn't Know You Could Rent In Singapore

1. Designer Bags

I don't know how many people exactly are hard up for designer bags, but one thing's for sure - these bags are generally not affordable and not everybody can comfortably pay for them.

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Although most people tend to associate the brands you carry with your social status, don't plonk down the money on a whim and get yourself into debt (read how you can get rid of debt) just because you want to prove something. There are important things to consider before splurging on a Chanel bag, for instance. I could treat myself to a classic one if I wanted to, but I don't.

Nonetheless, if you need a bag for an important function or if you just want to have a feel of using these branded bags but don't feel like committing too much money nor loyalty, consider renting them from websites like bagsnoenough.com.sg, snapthatbag.com and thatbagiwant.com.sg, instead.

2. Friends

We all grew up learning that friendship is priceless but what you may not know is that you can pay for a friendship, albeit a temporary one. From your wingman to your groomsman, you can hire 'friends' for a set amount of money these days. According to a news report, Singaporeans can even hire somebody as their dinner date or fake girl/boyfriend. These social butterflies will make your experience as real as it can get.

I know, it sounds bizarre but who knows whether these will lead to the start of some new genuine friendships over time? Are you tempted to give it a shot? Check out Pally Asia if you're feeling adventurous. Keep in mind that these 'friends' aren't necessarily inexpensive, though!

3. Hoverboards And Electric Unicycles

Thinking of joining in the fun with your group of friends but aren't sure whether you can stomach the cost of purchasing these trendy manoeuvring machines? Take heart that you have the option to rent and test them out first.

These will come in very handy if you're using them in your Pokémon GO hunt across Singapore, too. Check out websites such as renttycoons.com and rendezvouscwal.com if you're interested in renting one.

4. A Private Island

Image source: pangkil.com

If you're feeling spendy and you're looking for somewhere tropical with white sandy beaches and pristine blue waters, you can rent Pulau Pangkil Kecil, a small little island in Indonesia that's pretty near Singapore.

Because you're renting the entire private island, you'll have everything you need included in the package, including luxurious accommodation complete with the bar, sound system, pool, towels and linen, kitchen, 3 meals a day, land transport, speedboats, evening beach bonfires, sea kayaks, snorkelling equipment, dedicated service staff and more. This is a truly fantastic option if privacy and exclusivity are high up on your list.

How much does it cost? It depends on when you're looking to book the island. For example, if you want to book the weekends during the high season period (between April and November), it'll set you back at $4,542.50 (1 night), $9,085.00 (2 nights), $13,627.50 (3 nights) for up to 10 adults.

Gotten your interest piqued? Head on over to pangkil.com to find out more about this awesome getaway option.

What do you think? Share your comments with us below!

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