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Beyond doom spending: 6 ways to enjoy life now without shortchanging your future self

Travelling while one is young helps build character and confidence in handling life’s challenges, says the writer.
Travelling while one is young helps build character and confidence in handling life’s challenges, says the writer.

Hey, how about spending the long weekend in... Singapore?

Bumboats to Pulau Ubin docked at the Changi Point Ferry Terminal. It should not take a pandemic to make those living in Singapore pay attention to what is on our doorstep, and there is no reason we cannot enjoy this island now with the same curiosity and sense of wonder, says the writer.
Bumboats to Pulau Ubin docked at the Changi Point Ferry Terminal. It should not take a pandemic to make those living in Singapore pay attention to what is on our doorstep, and there is no reason we cannot enjoy this island now with the same curiosity and sense of wonder, says the writer.

Trump hails US summer travel bump after second term doldrums

International arrivals to the US fell 5.5 per cent in 2025 compared to the year prior, before Trump took office, according to the US International Trade Administration.
International arrivals to the US fell 5.5 per cent in 2025 compared to the year prior, before Trump took office, according to the US International Trade Administration.

Looking to rent a GetGo car to drive to Malaysia? Here’s what you need to know

Users of car-sharing platform GetGo will be able to rent cars to drive to Malaysia with a new feature on its mobile app.
Users of car-sharing platform GetGo will be able to rent cars to drive to Malaysia with a new feature on its mobile app.

GetGo launches cross-border car rentals to Malaysia

This marks GetGo’s first foray into cross-border travel, allowing users to take its vehicles from Singapore to mainland Malaysia.
This marks GetGo’s first foray into cross-border travel, allowing users to take its vehicles from Singapore to mainland Malaysia.

Branded Content

Why a winter cruise is the perfect time to see the Mediterranean

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oceania allura

Turkey’s cheap travel reputation is being undone by high costs

Overall tourism arrivals fell 3.6 per cent year over year in May, 4 per cent in June and another 0.3 per cent in July, according to data from Turkey’s Culture and Tourism Ministry.
Overall tourism arrivals fell 3.6 per cent year over year in May, 4 per cent in June and another 0.3 per cent in July, according to data from Turkey’s Culture and Tourism Ministry.

How to plan an African safari

African safaris tend to be expensive, logistically challenging, and in areas so remote that they are unsafe without a trained guide. Here is what to consider before choosing one.
African safaris tend to be expensive, logistically challenging, and in areas so remote that they are unsafe without a trained guide. Here is what to consider before choosing one.

Stranded boats, out-of-work fishermen as Danube hits record lows

The waters of the Danube, Europe’s second longest river, have dropped in parts to a record low due to successive heatwaves.
The waters of the Danube, Europe’s second longest river, have dropped in parts to a record low due to successive heatwaves.

Welcome to wine-optional wine country

With the decline of wine consumption, vineyards in France are looking to incorporate more non-wine activities like tours and spa treatments to attract tourists.
With the decline of wine consumption, vineyards in France are looking to incorporate more non-wine activities like tours and spa treatments to attract tourists.

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