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Street food in Batam, Indonesia When going to Batam, their affordable spas, massages and water activities are on most people’s to-do list. But in addition to these, Batam also has …

Indonesia

8 Things To Do In Batam Away From The City Centre For Singaporeans Who Want To Dodge The Crowds

Activities to check out in Batam Image credit clockwise from left to right: Ranoh Island, @svc20, @thonyjourney When the going gets tough, and your planned EOY trips seem forever away, …

Malaysia

10 Kid-Friendly Cafes & Restaurants In KL With Play Areas To Keep Your Children Occupied

Child-friendly restaurants in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Image adapted from: @huiling31, @green_tomato_cafe Miranda Hobbs from Sex and the City once said, “Mommy needs two hands to eat.” And honestly no words …

Malaysia

7 JB 5-Star Hotels From Just $57/Night For Luxurious Weekend Vacations On A Budget

5-star hotels in Johor Bahru, Malaysia Image credit: Booking Once in a while, we all get the urge to splurge on a holiday – and nothing screams luxury more than …

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9 Outdoor Things To Do In Kota Kinabalu Beyond Mountain Climbing – Sunset Cruises, Glamping & Snorkelling

Things to do in Kota Kinabalu Image adapted from: @travis_chong, @gfbpalmer, Hotels.com You’re sitting at your work desk on the daily. Stress level builds. Wanderlust hits. If you can’t wait to …

Indonesia

5 Things To Do In Kepri Coral – Batam’s New Private Island That Singaporeans Have Yet To Conquer

Things to do in Kepri Coral Before you brush aside the idea of Batam as a destination because everything’s been done and dusted, feast your eyes on Kepri Coral – …

Travel Guides & Tips

14 Prettiest Starbucks Outlets In Japan For Caffeine Lovers To Chill At In Between Sightseeing

Unique Starbucks in Japan Image credit: @seb.lee.s67, @mimhyada, @tenshiyukihime, @mararaawr When on a holiday, visiting Starbucks will raise a “huh?” from your friends because that’s something you can easily do …

Australia

This Darwin & Northern Territory Road Trip Includes Safari Glamping & Sunset Cruises In A 5-Night Getaway

From a waterfall plunge pool to safari lodge glamping stay, this fully planned road trip around Darwin and the Northern Territory makes for a fun getaway.

Malaysia

10 Hair Salons In JB For Cheap Perms From RM160 / S$52.50

Cheap hair salons in Johor Bahru, Malaysia Image adapted from: @ceres_hair_studio, Ceres Hair Studio Getting voluminous curls in Singapore can be quite a struggle with the humidity and the fact that you …

Australia

12 Things To Do In Darwin & Australia’s Northern Territory – A 6D5N Campervan Adventure Itinerary

Things to do in Darwin & Australia’s Northern Territory Witness the aurora borealis? Check. Skydiving? Check. Bungy jumping? Check. There’s no denying it – wanderlust is no longer just a …

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5 Cheap Batam Food Stalls To Hit Up For Local Indonesian Dishes During Your Next Getaway

8 Things To Do In Batam Away From The City Centre For Singaporeans Who Want To Dodge The Crowds

10 Kid-Friendly Cafes & Restaurants In KL With Play Areas To Keep Your Children Occupied

7 JB 5-Star Hotels From Just $57/Night For Luxurious Weekend Vacations On A Budget

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9 Outdoor Things To Do In Kota Kinabalu Beyond Mountain Climbing – Sunset Cruises, Glamping & Snorkelling

5 Things To Do In Kepri Coral – Batam’s New Private Island That Singaporeans Have Yet To Conquer

14 Prettiest Starbucks Outlets In Japan For Caffeine Lovers To Chill At In Between Sightseeing

This Darwin & Northern Territory Road Trip Includes Safari Glamping & Sunset Cruises In A 5-Night Getaway

10 Hair Salons In JB For Cheap Perms From RM160 / S$52.50

12 Things To Do In Darwin & Australia’s Northern Territory – A 6D5N Campervan Adventure Itinerary

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