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Day trips to Johor Bahru: A win for both the wallet and the heart

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A trip to JB with friends sits in a league of its own, like reaching a friendship milestone of sorts, says the writer.

A trip to JB with friends sits in a league of its own, like reaching a friendship milestone of sorts, says the writer.

ST ILLUSTRATION: MANNY FRANCISCO

Megan Wee

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SINGAPORE - For many undergraduates such as myself, a university break presents the best chance to spend quality time with my friends and loved ones. I have seized these opportunities to embark on day trips to Johor Bahru with friends, where it is a win for both the wallet and the heart.

These trips across the Causeway have always felt productive – fruitful, almost – and, spoiler, it’s not just because of the strong Singdollar.

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