Christmas is a time for shopping. Well and good. But I think those of us who live in large cities in Asia would be kidding ourselves if we pretended that this is the only time we engage in rampant consumerism. No, from Bangkok to Singapore, Shanghai to Manila, shopping – particularly shopping in large malls – is a year-round priority. - See more at: http://www.rdasia.com/to-shop-or-not#sthash.hmji2wcU.dpuf