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==Karaoke and KTVs - what’s the difference in Singapore?== <!--T:1--> | ==Karaoke and KTVs - what’s the difference in Singapore?== <!--T:1--> | ||
You might be familiar with going to a [[karaoke]] on the weekend with a few friends | You might be familiar with going to a [[karaoke]] on the weekend with a few friends and having some good fun singing your heart out. Today, we’re going to demystify the world of [[hostess]]ing in karaokes for you. | ||
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When in Asia, there are two types of karaokes. One for the family, and one for the men. Obviously, the latter is where our expertise lies. | When in [[Asia]], there are two types of karaokes. One for the family, and one for the men. Obviously, the latter is where our expertise lies. | ||
==Family Karaokes== <!--T:3--> | ==Family Karaokes== <!--T:3--> | ||
You can find these everywhere in [[Singapore]], with very affordable rates, a large selection of songs. You can find finger food here that | You can find these everywhere in [[Singapore]], with very affordable rates, and a large selection of songs. You can find finger food here that comes with drinks to soothe your throat, to expensive whiskeys and liquors. [[sessions|Bookings]] usually go for 2 hours, with a complimentary 3rd hour that may come during happy hour (1pm-7pm). | ||
==What is a Hostess Karaoke (KTV)?== <!--T:4--> | |||
[[KTV|Hostess karaokes]] are an open secret in Singapore. While “frowned upon” by the general public, they’ve been operating for years and you’ll more often than not see these establishments fully booked on the weekend. | |||
[[KTV]]s operate with 2 timings. The first type usually has 3 blocks in 1 day. 4-7pm, 7-11pm, and 11-3pm. The second is open from 5pm-9pm, and the next session is from 9pm-3am. We also see some places offer a 3am-6am slot for those who are truly [[degenerate]]. | |||
[[KTV]]s operate with 2 timings. The first type usually has 3 blocks in 1 day. 4-7pm, 7-11pm, and 11-3pm. The second | |||
You book a room with a manager or "''[[mummy]]''". And once in the room, you’ll be asked for your choice of poison. [[Beer tower]]s, [[whiskey]]s, [[cognac]] are common in KTVs. [[Mixer]]s are also freely available for bottle service. If you are truly drunk at the end, you can even request for hot tea or water to sober up. | |||
==Selection of Hostesses== <!--T:5--> | ==Selection of Hostesses== <!--T:5--> | ||
It used to be that KTVs would specialize in a certain nationality and only have hostesses from that country. In Singapore, | It used to be that KTVs would specialize in a certain nationality and only have hostesses from that country. In Singapore, [[vietnam]]ese hostesses form the majority, and it’s no surprise. They are young, insanely beautiful, and will leave you wanting more. Once you are comfortably seated, the mummy will bring a line-up of girls, 10-15 for you to choose from. If you see someone, you fancy, point them out, and they will sit with you for 10-15mins before they go to another room. | ||
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The hostess will play [[drinking games]] with you, and try their best to make your evening a memorable one. In another article, we will discuss “[[playability]]”, or how far you can take it with your girl in one sitting. | |||
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'''Tips''': Standard tips are S$100. Other additional “services” run up to S$400-500. | '''[[Tips]]''': Standard tips are S$100. Other additional “services” run up to S$400-500. | ||
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Keep in mind girls usually arrive from 4:30 - 5pm, so going early at 4pm for happy hour (HH) may result in you sitting by yourself. Check with your mummy if the girls are coming early if you want to go for HH. | Keep in mind girls usually arrive from 4:30-5pm, so going early at 4pm for [[happy hour]] (HH) may result in you sitting by yourself. Check with your mummy if the girls are coming early if you want to go for HH. | ||
==Costs (depending on timings)== <!--T:10--> | ==Costs (depending on timings)== <!--T:10--> | ||
*Beer | *[[Beer tower]]s (3L): S$79 to S$148 | ||
*Cognac/ | *[[Cognac]]/[[Whiskey]]s: S$198 to S$298 per bottle | ||
*Cordon Bleu: S$398 - S$458 | *[[Cordon Bleu]]: S$398 - S$458 | ||
*Mummy tips: S$100 | *[[Mummy]] tips: S$100 | ||
* | *[[Waiter]]s' tips: S$20-30 or S$10 per person - you should not give more than S$30 every time | ||
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