Flying Bartholomew

Flying Bartholomew

Traveling the world to bring the goodies for you

飛遍世界各地幫你帶平靚正好嘢返嚟

Bartholomew frequently travels between Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, Taiwan, Malaysia and Europe. Every destination's best finds — Bartholomew discovers and shares where to get the best deals. Interested? DM Bartholomew to chat, happy to help bring it back for you.

Limited luggage space per trip — first come, first served ✈️🧳

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Languages: EN · Cantonese · Mandarin

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Frequent Destinations

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🧸 Where Bartholomew's Been

🇯🇵 Jul Tokyo — Finding goodies in progress 🛍️
🇯🇵 Jul Fukuoka — Kyushu exclusive finds 🍜
🇯🇵 Jun Osaka — Shinsaibashi exploring trip 🏯
🇪🇺 May Europe — South of France, Germany, Italy, UK 🇫🇷🇩🇪🇮🇹🇬🇧
🇳🇵 Apr Nepal 🏔️
🇧🇹 Mar Bhutan 🏯
🇯🇵 Feb Hokkaido — Snow country finds ❄️
🇪🇺 Dec-Jan France, Spain & Portugal 🇫🇷🇪🇸🇵🇹

✈️ Bartholomew's Travel Preview

Destination Arrival Cutoff Status

🇯🇵 Japan leg Jul 10 Jul 8 DM open

🇭🇰 Hong Kong leg
🇯🇵🇸🇬🇲🇾 items can come to HK Jul 13 Jul 11 DM open

🇭🇰 Hong Kong leg (Batch 2)
🇸🇬🇲🇾 items can come to HK Jul 28 Jul 26 DM open

🇲🇾 Malaysia leg TBD — Stay tuned

🇹🇼 Taiwan leg TBD — Stay tuned

The above is a projected schedule; actual arrangements may change due to flight adjustments. Limited luggage space — while stocks last.
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Bartholomew's Top Picks

Bartholomew discovers the best finds from every destination — interested? DM to chat

🇯🇵 Japan

ReFa Beautech Pro+

Weak Yen Deal

JAPAN

ReFa Beautech Hair Styling

#Japan Tax-Free #Weak Yen #Much Cheaper Than HK

Japan's iconic beauty tech brand, from Bic Camera at tax-free price.

👇 Models available:
💇‍♀️ Beautech Straight Iron Pro+ (pro straightener)
💇‍♀️ Beautech Straight Iron (standard)
💇‍♀️ Beautech Curl Iron (26mm / 32mm)
💆 Carat / Carat Ray (beauty roller)

Other models available too, DM to enquire

Weak yen savings

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Weak Yen Deal

JAPAN

ReFa Fine Bubble Shower Head Series

#Japan's Most Popular #Ultra-Fine Bubbles #Skincare Shower

ReFa's signature shower heads — ultra-fine bubbles for deep pore cleansing.

👇 Models available:
🚿 Fine Bubble Pure (essential model)
🚿 Fine Bubble S (advanced multi-mode)
🚿 Fine Bubble U (kitchen faucet)

Other models available too, DM to enquire

Weak yen savings

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🧸🎮

JAPAN

Bartholomew's Claw Machine Wins

#Arcade Exclusive #One of a Kind #Once It's Gone It's Gone

Plushies won by Bartholomew at Japanese arcades! Sanrio, Disney, anime characters — all Japan-exclusive arcade prizes you can't get in HK. Every piece is one-of-a-kind, first come first served.

🕹️ Latest wins updated regularly — follow IG stories!

One of a kind · First come first served

🇸🇬 Singapore

Crocodile Oil 1

Crocodile Oil 2

Traditional Remedy

SINGAPORE

Pure Crocodile Oil (50ml)

Traditional Singapore remedy. Anti-inflammatory, eczema relief, skin repair. Sourced from licensed pharmacies.

Not available in Hong Kong

TWG Tea

SINGAPORE

TWG Tea Selection

Singapore's luxury tea brand, perfect for gifting. Origin price much cheaper than overseas retail.

Origin price vs overseas markup

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Beyond The Vines Store

Beyond The Vines Dumpling Bag

Beyond The Vines Close-up

Beyond The Vines Poof

Beyond The Vines Colours

Popular

SINGAPORE

Beyond The Vines Minimalist Design

#Singapore National Design #Ultra-Light Waterproof #Never Clash

Singapore's hottest "minimalist muji-style" brand — the viral ultra-light waterproof "dumpling bag" all over IG. No physical stores in HK, guaranteed you won't clash bags on the street.

👇 Which one for you?
🛍️ Work commute, everyday carry ➔ Micro Dumpling Bag (classic)
🏖️ Weekend outings, big capacity ➔ Poof Carryall (puffy nylon tote)

Colours change fast, DM for real-time in-store shots

No HK stores · Never clash

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OMNO

AI Render

SINGAPORE

OMNO Premium Plant-Based Body Care

#Premium Salon Bodycare #5-Star Resort Fragrance #Aesop Alternative

Singapore's niche "Aesop alternative" — more affordable than Aesop, vegan natural herbal formula. No stores in HK.

👇 First time? Follow your instinct:
🏖️ Want that "Bali Spa" relaxation? ➔ 【Solace】Citrus · Cedar
🌲 Love "cool woody intellectual" vibes? ➔ 【Rx】Patchouli · Vetiver
🌸 After "understated elegant florals"? ➔ 【Embrace】Freesia · Amber

🗂️ Available: Travel Kit / 500ml Hand Wash

Aesop alternative · Luxury fragrance

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Bacha Coffee

Luxury

SINGAPORE

Bacha Coffee Premium Beans

#Coffee's Hermes #IFC Always Sold Out #Rare Single-Origin

HK IFC branch always has long queues, bestsellers perpetually out of stock. Bartholomew brings them from Singapore's flagship boutique — rare bean boxes unavailable anywhere else.

👇 Which one for you?
🏔️ Ultimate rarity experience ➔ Nepal Everest / Yemen Mocha (connoisseur top-tier)
☕ Daily drinking & gifting ➔ 1910 / Milano Morning (classic drip bags)

Flagship exclusive · HK bestsellers

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🇭🇰 Hong Kong

Jenny Bakery

Classic

HONG KONG

Jenny Bakery Cookies

Classic 4-mix butter cookies in tin. Bought locally, no tourist markup.

8 years HK experience · Local price

Photography Accessories

JAPAN

Photography Accessories / Filters / Tripods

Kenko filters, Peak Design, all kinds of photography gear. Japan has the best selection and prices.

A must for photographers

Men's Skincare

JAPAN

Japanese Men's Skincare / Grooming

Shiseido Men, Gatsby, BULK HOMME. Japan has an incredible range of men's skincare products.

Japan-exclusive styles

Men's Supplements

SINGAPORE / MALAYSIA

Men's Sports Nutrition / Supplements

GNC, Optimum Nutrition and more. Southeast Asia prices are cheaper than Hong Kong. Top picks for fitness enthusiasts.

Cheaper than HK prices

JP EXCLUSIVE

Japan

Human Made Crossbody Bag

NIGO's Japanese streetwear brand. Store-exclusive styles, Japan price — no markup.

Japan price · no markup

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Panasonic Fine Veil 1

Panasonic Fine Veil 2

WEAK YEN

Japan

Panasonic Fine Veil Shower Head

Japan's most popular water-purifying shower head. Ultra-fine mist for skin and hair care.

Weak yen savings

Dior Hand Cream

Japan Tax-Free

JAPAN

Dior Hand Cream

Bought at Japan duty-free, cheaper than HK counters. Great for personal use or gifting. Also available from Europe.

Tax-free price · Cheaper than HK counters

Postcard by Ice Bath Club

SINGAPORE

Postcard by Ice Bath Club

#Sports Recovery #Intense Cooling #HK Summer Saviour

From Singapore's top body-recovery space, zero availability in HK. Designed for post-intense-workout and sauna, the ultimate relief for HK's sweltering summers.

👇 Which one for you?
🥶 Post-gym / post-run instant cooldown ➔ Ice Shower Gel
☁️ Light non-greasy body repair ➔ Body Lotion

Zero HK availability · A must for gym-goers

Ette Tea

SINGAPORE

Ette Tea Contemporary Flavour Tea

#TWG's Artisan Cousin #Drinkable Pandan Cake #Ultimate Gift

Singapore's premium artisan tea brand, weaving Southeast Asian food flavours into tea. No stores in HK — the ultimate conversation-starter gift.

👇 Which one will surprise you?
🍰 Love pastry aromas ➔ 【Pandan Chiffon】(zero-calorie bliss)
🍲 Adventurous & wellness-minded ➔ 【Bak Kut Teh】(most intense flavour)
🥥 Love Southeast Asian vibes ➔ 【Nasi Lemak】(office conversation king)

🗂️ Premium tea tins / Flavour tea bag boxes

Singapore exclusive · Ultimate gift

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🇲🇴 Macau

Macau Souvenirs

MACAU

Koi Kei / Choi Heong Yuen Almond Cookies & Egg Rolls

Macau's most famous souvenirs, fresh from the shop. Almond cookies, jerky, egg rolls — essential gifts.

Direct from Macau

🇹🇭 Thailand

Thai Skincare

THAILAND

Panpuri / THANN Natural Skincare

Thailand's premium natural organic skincare brands, origin price much cheaper than overseas. Great for gifting or personal use.

Origin price · Cheaper than overseas

Thai Balms

THAILAND

Thai Herbal Balm / Oil / Inhaler

Traditional Thai medicinal oils, Wat Pho herbal balm, Poy-Sian inhaler. Local pharmacy prices.

Thai pharmacy price

☕ Tea & Coffee

Japanese Coffee

JAPAN

Japanese Specialty Coffee Beans

% Arabica, Maruyama Coffee and other popular Japanese roasters. Freshly roasted, direct to you.

Fresh beans direct from Japan

Taiwan Coffee

TAIWAN

Taiwan Specialty Coffee Beans

Alishan highland coffee, small-batch Taiwan roasters. Unique flavors direct from the source.

Taiwan origin price

Malaysian Coffee

MALAYSIA

Malaysian White Coffee / Ipoh Coffee

Authentic Ipoh white coffee from the source. Old Town, Ah Huat and other classic brands.

Authentic origin price

How It Works

Simple, safe, transparent

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Browse & DM

Find something you like

Browse Bartholomew's curated picks, or tell us what you're looking for. Just DM on Instagram.

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Confirm Details

Work out the details

Bartholomew will help you understand pricing and arrangements. Limited luggage space — while stocks last.

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Live Updates

Stay in the loop

Bartholomew sends you real-time purchase updates. 100% authentic items guaranteed.

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Delivered to You

Right to your door

Shipped via SF Express (collect on delivery). Other regions — DM to arrange. Out of stock? 100% refund same day, zero risk.

Shopping Rate Reference

Rate Guide

Currency	Regular Items	Bulky / Hard-to-Find
🇯🇵 JPY	¥100 = HK$7.5	¥100 = HK$8.5
🇲🇾 MYR	RM1 = HK$3	RM1 = HK$3.5
🇸🇬 SGD	S$1 = HK$9.5	S$1 = HK$10.5

Rates include service fee. For reference only — final price confirmed via DM.
Rates may adjust based on latest exchange rates — you'll be notified before confirming.

Why Choose Bartholomew

Why Bartholomew

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100% Authentic Guarantee

Every item personally picked up from official stores and authorised shops, with receipts to prove authenticity.

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Full Refund Policy

Out of stock? 100% refund same day. Zero risk for you.

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Multi-Destination Routes

Regular flights to Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, Taiwan, Malaysia, and more destinations.

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Trilingual Service

English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. Local knowledge and local prices at every destination.

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Proof of Purchase

Receipts available on request. Authentic items with verifiable records.

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Personal Recommendations

Want to know where to find the best deals? DM Bartholomew — happy to help discover great finds worldwide.

Interested? Chat with Bartholomew

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