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Celebrity travel files: This is what actress Ya Hui packs for a five-night city holiday
And let’s face it: Going on a holiday, especially a city one, often means clocking in at least 15,000 steps,…
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More than just malls: Outdoor activities around JB to enjoy including hiking trails, nature parks, campsites and more
The funny thing about Singaporeans in Johor Bahru is how they tend to stick to the big malls and hover…
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Enjoying the sights of Kyoto from the water: Sacred sites and sun-dappled canals
For more than a millennium, Kyoto flourished as the imperial capital of Japan. But in a seismic upheaval known as…
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Insider’s guide to Mumbai, India: What to see, where to eat, what to do
Then visit the nearby Mani Bhavan, a three-story building where Mohandas K Gandhi, known as the father of the nation,…
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A guide to JB’s Ramadan bazaars: Which ones to visit, best time to go, what to look out for
Ramadan bazaars typically start around 4pm, with some opening as early as 3pm, depending on the neighbourhood, patronage patterns and…
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A weekend getaway with horses at this Johor resort where you can enjoy the country life
Over the two days we spent there, time seemed to unspool in lazy fashion. We enjoyed a Western style breakfast…
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Hokkaido for non-skiers: What it’s like to stay at Club Med’s brand new resort with snowy mountain views
And now, the main reason why most of you clicked on the article: The skiing. As part of Club Med’s…
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Firecrackers and ice: 4 must-see festivals if you’re travelling to Japan, South Korea, Taiwan this winter
For many people, the joys of winter revolve around strapping on skis, snowshoes or skates and getting outdoors. But that’s…
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A guide to Johor Bahru’s Medini suburb beyond Legoland: Things to do and places to eat, shop, stay
This formerly sparse suburb with Legoland at its heart has matured enough to become Johor Bahru’s ideal getaway destination. Source:…
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Exploring India’s Darjeeling: From tea plantations and a toy train to a view of Mount Everest
We also spent time at the Selim Hill Tea Garden, which borders the town of Kurseong and dates to 1870.…
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