About
Culturally is a specialty experience-booking platform focused on authentic, hands-on cultural workshops across Asia, with primary coverage in Singapore and Shanghai. Designed for wanderlusters, culture enthusiasts, and corporate teams alike, the platform curates a wide range of activities including Shanghainese soup dumpling making, prata workshops, leathercraft, batik painting, artisan sauce fermentation, popiah wrapping, and vintage tea ceremonies. Each experience is hand-picked for quality and cultural authenticity, giving participants a meaningful connection to local heritage. Booking is streamlined with secure online payments and support for multiple currencies (USD, SGD, CNY, EUR, GBP, AUD, CAD, HKD, JPY, KRW, TWD), making it accessible to international visitors. Corporate clients can leverage Culturally for team-building activities and staff rewards programs, with dedicated corporate packages available. The platform also offers gifting functionality, allowing users to purchase experiences as gifts for friends, family, or colleagues. Multilingual customer service is available via WhatsApp and WeChat, catering to the diverse expat and tourist populations in Singapore and Shanghai. Experience providers can also partner with Culturally to list and sell their workshops through the platform. Ideal for tourists wanting a meaningful travel experience, companies seeking creative team events, and locals curious to explore their own cultural traditions.
Key Features
- Curated Cultural Workshops: Hand-picked, authentic experiences spanning cooking, artisan crafts, traditional arts, and heritage activities across Singapore and Shanghai.
- Multi-Currency Booking: Supports 12+ currencies (USD, SGD, CNY, EUR, GBP, AUD, and more) with secure online payment for international travelers.
- Corporate & Team-Building Packages: Dedicated offerings for companies seeking unique team-building events, staff rewards, and group cultural experiences.
- Gift an Experience: Purchase cultural experiences as gifts for friends, family, or colleagues directly through the platform.
- Multilingual Customer Support: Customer service available in multiple languages via WhatsApp and WeChat, catering to diverse expat and tourist communities.
Use Cases
- Tourists visiting Singapore or Shanghai who want an authentic, hands-on local cultural experience beyond standard sightseeing.
- Corporate HR teams planning unique team-building events or staff appreciation activities through curated cultural workshops.
- Expats and locals looking to explore their city's heritage through cooking classes, traditional crafts, and artisan workshops.
- Gift-givers searching for a memorable and unique experience gift for friends, family, or colleagues.
- Experience providers and cultural artisans seeking an online platform to reach a wider audience and monetize their workshops.
Pros
- Authentic & Curated Selection: Every experience is hand-picked for cultural authenticity, ensuring participants gain genuine local insight rather than tourist-trap activities.
- Easy Booking with Secure Payments: Streamlined online booking with multi-currency support and secure payment processing makes reservations effortless for global visitors.
- Corporate & Group Options: Flexible packages for corporate teams, staff rewards, and group bookings make it versatile beyond individual travel.
Cons
- Limited Geographic Coverage: Currently focused on Singapore and Shanghai, limiting options for travelers exploring other parts of Asia.
- All Experiences Are Paid: There are no free or trial experiences; all workshops require payment, which may deter casual browsers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which cities does Culturally operate in?
Culturally currently offers experiences in Singapore and Shanghai, with plans to expand to other parts of Asia.
How do I book an experience on Culturally?
Simply browse the available workshops on the website, select your preferred experience and date, and complete the secure online checkout. Multiple currencies are supported.
Does Culturally offer corporate or group packages?
Yes. Culturally has a dedicated corporate program offering team-building activities, staff rewards, and group cultural experiences. Visit the 'For Corporates' section for details.
Can I gift a cultural experience to someone?
Yes. Culturally offers a 'Gift an Experience' feature that lets you purchase experiences as gifts for friends, family, or colleagues.
How can I contact Culturally's customer service?
Customer service is available via WhatsApp at +65 88765328 and WeChat (ID: helloculturally), Monday to Friday, 9am–9pm Singapore Time (GMT+8).
