Further Afield

Bali! It has so much to offer and something for everyone; you can’t beat it, even during an active volcano eruption (which I was there for last November!). Plus, the shopping there is divine! – Dana

TRAVEL HOTSPOTS

There are so many fabulous getaways right on Singapore’s doorstep. We asked our panellists to run through their favourite destinations.

With family: Bintan (Trikora Beach Resort), Perth (Margaret River), Vietnam and Bali (more peace and quiet). Without family: Siem Reap, Vietnam, and big buzzing cities like Bangkok and Hong Kong.

– Alexandra

Bali, without a doubt! – Ankita It has to be Bali, where we got married! It gets better and better every time I visit: shopping and hip restaurants in Seminyak, laidback surf vibe in Canggu, culture and spirituality in Ubud or temples in Uluwatu. It certainly deserves its moniker, “Island of the Gods”.

– Beth

We don’t have one particular getaway as we travel a lot being located in Singapore, though I must say that the Maldives is one of my favourites. – Linda

Telunas was the most relaxing holiday we’ve been on because, once you’re there, there’s not much more to do than relax. We’ve also been to Langkawi, which is easy to get to and not overly expensive. If you stay at Meritus Pelangi Beach, you can walk out to some local restaurants, unlike at some of the high-end resorts where you’re pretty much stuck at the hotel with Singapore prices!

– Lisa

I’d say either Phuket or Bali. Both are so close, have fantastic beaches and some great places to catch some waves!

– Mel

Canggu in Bali; also, Batu Batu is high up on our list of upcoming places to try!

– Sophie