10 money-saving tips from a 30-month trip around the world

Mr Jeshua Soh, pictured here in Pakistan, travelled to 55 countries across five continents during the pandemic and spent about $1,500 a month during his trip. PHOTO: JESHUA SOH
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SINGAPORE – During the pandemic, while the borders appeared impenetrable and much of the world hunkered down at home, I travelled to 55 countries across five continents.

I spent a total of 30 months on the road, punctuated by short visits to Singapore.

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