It’s impossible to cross Malaysia and Singapore without trying some amazing tasting food. Enjoy these (mostly vegan-friendly) recipes for Singapore Chili Crab, Nyonya Laksa, Hainanese Chicken Rice, Nyonya Gula Melaka Cendol and even Kueh Salat, Nasi Lamak, Hokkien Mee, Ayam Buah Keluak, Babi Pongteh, and Nonya Chap Chye.
Read MoreReflecting on 731 days of continuous travel (2 years - leap year), having visited 23 different countries on 5 different continents, doing most of it while pregnant, and with a baby. This year we explored Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Bali, Fiji, Australia, and New Zealand. Cheers to a third year of adventure!
Read MoreWe are a traveling nomad family that lives on a budget of $1,000 per month per adult - which is roughly $32.88 per adult per day. The expenses outlined below are for 2 people and are in United States dollars (USD). Without further ado, here is our Johor Bahru, Malaysia and Singapore budget breakdown and how we lived on less than $25 USD per day per adult.
Read MoreWhat comes to mind when you think of Singapore? Perhaps Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay Sands, Merlion Park, a Night Safari, or the Trick Eye Museum? This unique city-island-country has many world-famous attractions and locations. We’ll share how you can get the most out of your visit in this amazing 3 day Singapore itinerary.
Read MoreIt’s no secret that staying in Singapore can be expensive, but it’s also no secret to Singaporeans that everything is cheaper in Malaysia. To save on expenses during our travels, we decided to stay at a resort hotel in Malaysia that is just around the corner from Legoland in Nusajaya, Johor Bahru. Our cost at this Bed and Breakfast was just under $630 USD per month and we stayed for 2 months. We’ve learned that crossing the border takes time, so if you are limited on time, we certainly wouldn’t recommend it.
Read MorePlanning a visit to the Singapore Zoo can be a bit overwhelming and slightly complicated. This guide will make it easier! When asking for recommendations of things to do in Singapore, the Night Safari, River Safari, Jurong Bird Park, and the Singapore Zoo were all highly recommended by other travelers. Did you know they are each separate parks? There are multi-park tickets available, but be aware that…
Read MoreSentosa Island is south of the main island of Singapore. Nicknamed the “State of Fun” – It has attractions like Universal Studios Singapore, Trick Eye Museum, Fort Siloso, S.E.A. Aquarium, and Madame Tussauds Singapore. However, Sentosa actually translates to “peace and tranquility” and the lagoon-style beaches reflect that calm feeling. The whole front of the island is considered “Resort World Sentosa” and has enough to keep you occupied for a few days. However, the whole island is compact enough…
Read MoreThe essential guide on how to spend a day, or two, around Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay Sands. This article is packed full of all of the details - what to do, what to see, where to stay, and where to find all the night shows (the biggest highlight of Singapore at night).
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