As we close in on the last quarter of 2022, many of us are itching to book a year-end holiday, if we haven’t already. And with the Covid situation finally stabilising as well as the reopening of Japan and Taiwan, it might be time to pull out all the stops and plan a trip somewhere far, far away.
At this point, you’re probably thinking about all the expenses that come with holidaying in farther destinations such as Europe. That won’t be much of an issue with Klook’s 8th birthday deals. From 30th September to 14th October 2022, Klook is offering discounts on some of the top attractions in 8 destinations which can help you save some of your hard-earned money.
South Korea has been a fav among Singaporeans ever since K-pop and K-dramas rose in popularity, especially for its culture, cuisine, and skincare. Well, if this is where your heart desires to go, here are some of the attractions worth adding to your itinerary.
The iconic pine tree lane in Nami Island is where K-drama Winter Sonata was filmed.
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Meet the cuddly alpacas and soak in Winter Sonata vibes at Alpaca Pasture and Nami Island (from S$83.49) with a day tour at 20% off. Even young ones can get up close and enjoy feeding the furry animals thanks to their gentle nature. Thereafter, take a leisurely stroll in the Garden of Morning Calm boasting 30 hectares of colourful blooms.
Vivaldi Park Ski World in Gangwon-do has ski slopes for all levels of skiers.
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Those who love to indulge in winter activities such as skiing, ice fishing, and snowboarding can experience doing so in Gangwon-do. You can make a day trip from Seoul to Vivaldi Park Ski World (from S$46.59), Korea’s most popular ski resort, at 20% off. Or enjoy Gangwon’s ice fishing and snowflake festival (S$45.45) with the buy-1-get-1-free deal.
Getting to Seoul from Incheon International Airport is easy with the AREX Incheon Airport Express Train (S$7.39) which brings you to the city in less than an hour. There’s even free WiFi and USB sockets on board so you can start posting on IG straight away. Make use of Klook’s buy-1-get-1-free flash deal on 2nd October 2022 to score tickets for you and your travel buddy.
Catch The Batmobile at Movie World in Gold Coast.
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As far as amusement parks go, Gold Coast is the go-to destination with 4 major attractions within one city. Visit Movie World, Sea World, and Wet n Wild Park (from S$148.45) and get 20% off entrance tickets. Movie buffs will particularly love Warner Bros. Movie World for its DC heroes showcase while animal lovers get to marvel at penguins and polar bears at Sea World Marine Park.
Dreamworld Gold Coast is the largest theme park in Australia covering thrill rides including a roller coaster with a reverse launch, a 4D VR theatre, kid-friendly play zones, and lots of roaming mascots to take photos with. Get tickets to Dreamworld (S$101.75) at 15% off when you book with Klook.
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If you’ve always wanted to sit in a hot air balloon, this could be a great opportunity to check it off your bucket list. Klook has a number of hot air balloon rides that take off from different parts of Australia including Hunter Valley (S$ 286.79) and Melbourne (from S$397.20), and go for under $300 after 10% off. You can look forward to spectacular views of the sunrise and Aussie landscapes.
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Known for its giant, ancient sequoia trees and granite cliffs, Yosemite National Park in California is one of the most picturesque natural sites in the world. Take a day tour from San Francisco (S$264.55) at 20% off to see the continent’s tallest waterfall – Yosemite Falls. You can also hit the numerous hiking trails or simply relax in Yosemite Valley.
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No trip to California is complete without a stop at the happiest place on earth. Visit Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure (from S$147.19) to meet your favourite characters, try out classic theme park rides, and shop for exclusive merchandise. Look out for Klook’s flash promo of 15% off on 30th September 2022 at 8pm.
Take a day trip to Niagara Falls from New York City.
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If you’d rather be on the East Coast of the USA, you can’t miss the experience of getting up close to Niagara Falls with a day tour from New York City (from S$325.59). Although it takes about 6-8 hours to get there from Manhattan, copping a 20% discount to see this impressive natural wonder of the world IRL will be worth it. It helps that the route there is pretty scenic too.
Ancient ruins of Palatine Hill, once the site of imperial palaces.
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Rome’s fascinating ancient history has long been a draw for tourists going to Italy. Visit top attractions such as Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill (from S$78.75) on foot with a walking tour at 20% off. Learn more about the gladiator battles that occurred within the walls of the Colosseum and visit the altar in the Roman Forum where Julius Caesar was cremated.
Take the choo choo train across Switzerland with the Swiss Travel Pass.
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Switzerland’s extensive rail network and infrastructure make it one of the most convenient destinations to travel around the country easily, especially for those who don’t want to drive or spend too much on flights. Get your hands on the Swiss Travel Pass (from $290.05) and you get unlimited rides on trains, boats and buses for up to 15 days.
With Klook, you get the 4-Day pass at 29% off and it covers the most popular cities including Zurich, Lucerne, Bern, Geneva, and Lausanne. You even get free excess to over 500 museums countrywide. Now that’s a steal.
Klook will be rolling out daily flash deals for 8 destinations, namely USA, Europe, Japan, South Korea/Taiwan, Indonesia/Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, and Singapore.
DBS/POSB Cardmembers will also get to enjoy the following benefits from 30th September 2022:
If you’re looking for deals for hotels and car rentals, Klook has got you covered as well. During their 8th birthday, spin the Joy Roulette daily for a chance to redeem a promo code for 8% off.
When we think of an affordable holiday, we usually tend to stick to places near Singapore. But it doesn’t always have to be the case. Proper planning and a few good deals can significantly bring down the costs of a trip across the globe.
Whether you’re planning a trip over the Christmas and New Year’s break or making use of the school holidays to bring the family overseas, these Klook deals will come in handy, ensuring you don’t bust your budget checking out all the famous attractions and activities of each country.
This post was brought to you by Klook.
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