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The Maldives has been on our bucket list for years—a promise my daughter and I made to ourselves that felt impossible for a long time. After three attempts, cancelled plans, and more disappointment than I’d like to admit, we finally made it happen. Now I understand why: it genuinely deserves the wait and the dreams […]
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If you have not been in Singapore for very long, you may not have heard of Sugarhall as it sadly closed its doors four years ago; however, to our great delight, it has reopened its doors to Singapore once again; here is why you need to try it. Sugarhall: Jigger and Pony group’s beloved bar is what I
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So here we are at the end of 2020, and we are no closer to travelling home to see the family than we were a few months back. Although we will not be roasting marshmallows by the fire or warming our bodies with mulled wine this year, Christmas is a magical time of year, even
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Langkawi is Malaysia’s best-kept secret—99 islands of white sand beaches, ancient rainforests, and duty-free shopping in Southeast Asia’s only UNESCO Global Geopark. I’ve visited several times from my base in Kuala Lumpur, and it never disappoints whether you’re travelling solo, with friends, or planning a family getaway. What makes Langkawi special? It’s affordable, easy to
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After three years living in KL, I can tell you there’s far more to this city than the Petronas Towers. My weekends were filled with rooftop sunsets, temple adventures, and discovering why Malaysians are genuinely passionate about their shopping malls (seriously, it’s a cultural experience). Whether you’re visiting for a quick weekend or considering a
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Yes, you can experience Jakarta’s highlights in one day—but let’s be honest about what that means. With 10.7 million people and traffic that rivals Bangkok’s worst, you’ll need to start early and choose your stops strategically. After 18 years living across Asia, I’ve learnt that Jakarta rewards those who embrace its chaos rather than fight
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Batam is the ultimate hop, skip, and jump from Singapore, making it an ideal place for a quick weekend getaway. Forget the planning headaches; most people take the ferry for affordable spa treatments or a round of golf. But if you’re like me, you want more than a day trip—you want a true escape from
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Yokohama sits just 55 minutes south of Tokyo and delivers something Tokyo doesn’t—manageable scale with genuine character. One of Japan’s first ports opened to foreign trade in 1859, and you feel that history everywhere. Walking the cobbled streets of Motomachi, you’re exploring where East first met West. Wandering Chinatown, you’re tasting generations of cultural blending.
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Yes, you can see Kuala Lumpur’s highlights in a single day—if you’re strategic about it. After 18 years living across Asia and countless weekend trips from Singapore, I’ve worked out exactly how to experience this vibrant city without the exhaustion or FOMO. The secret? Stay around KLCC (Kuala Lumpur City Centre), where the Petronas Towers,
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