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{{see also|Guides|Singapore Guides|KTV Guides}}
{{see also|Guides|Singapore Guides|KTV Guides}}
'''Karaoke and KTVs - what’s the difference in Singapore?
==Karaoke and KTVs - what’s the difference in Singapore?==
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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 hostessing in karaokes for you.
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 hostessing in karaokes for you.


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
==Family Karaokes==
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You can find these everywhere in [[Singapore]], with very affordable rates, a large selection of songs. You can find finger food here that come with drinks to soothe your throat, to expensive whiskeys and liquors. Bookings usually go for 2 hours, with a complimentary 3rd hour that may come during happy hour (1-7pm).


You can find these everywhere in Singapore, with very affordable rates, a large selection of songs. You can find finger food here that come with drinks to soothe your throat, to expensive whiskeys and liquors. Bookings usually go for 2 hours, with a complimentary 3rd hour that may come during happy hour (1-7pm).
'''What is a Hostess Karaoke (KTV)?
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==What is a Hostess Karaoke (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.  
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.  
KTVs operate with 2 timings. The first type usually has 3 blocks in 1 day. 4-7pm, 7-11pm, and 11-3pm. The second opens from 5-9pm, and the next session from 9-3am. We are also seeing some places offer a 3-6am slot for those who are truly degenerate.
KTVs operate with 2 timings. The first type usually has 3 blocks in 1 day. 4-7pm, 7-11pm, and 11-3pm. The second opens from 5-9pm, and the next session from 9-3am. We are also seeing some places offer a 3-6am slot for those who are truly degenerate.
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'''Selection of hostesses
==Selection of Hostesses==
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It used to be that KTVs would specialize in a certain nationality and only have hostesses from that country. In Singapore, vietnamese hostesses form the majority, and it’s no surprise. They are young, insanely beautiful, and will leave you wanting for more. Once you are comfortably seated, the mummy will bring a line-up of girls, 10-15 for you to choose. If you see someone you fancy, point them out and they will sit with you for 10-15mins before they go to another room.  
It used to be that KTVs would specialize in a certain nationality and only have hostesses from that country. In Singapore, vietnamese hostesses form the majority, and it’s no surprise. They are young, insanely beautiful, and will leave you wanting for more. Once you are comfortably seated, the mummy will bring a line-up of girls, 10-15 for you to choose. 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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'''Costs (depending on timings)
==Costs (depending on timings)==
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*Beer towers (3L) : $79 to 148
*Beer towers (3L) : $79 to 148
*Cognac/Whiskeys: $198 to $298 per bottle
*Cognac/Whiskeys: $198 to $298 per bottle
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If you want to go to a KTV, check out our Singapore KTVs page and send us a message if you need to make a booking or have any questions.
If you want to go to a KTV, check out our Singapore KTVs page and send us a message if you need to make a booking or have any questions.


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