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10 Last Minute Getaways For The Long Weekend

10 affordable and accessible destinations for a last minute getaway over the 4 day long weekend. Updated 30 December 2019.

  • Phuan Wei Ning
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  • Published on 01 Aug 2019

With the 4 day long weekend soon approaching, we believe that many Singaporeans are going to be using this long weekend to travel. However, if you have not made any holiday plans but are thinking of taking a short holiday now, consider these 10 nearby destinations that are affordable and accessible for the long weekend.

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By plane

With less than 2 weeks left to the 4 day long weekend, air fares to most destinations are likely to have skyrocketed by now. We however, have found 4 destinations with still reasonable air fares to consider for a last minute getaway.

Note: Information is accurate as of 26 July 2019.

Needing no introduction to most, these 4 destinations are just a stone’s throw away from Singapore. With flight times ranging between 1 to 2 hours, this allows you to maximize your time spent at your destination thus making them ideal for a long weekend getaway.

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By ferry

Note: Information is accurate as of 26 July 2019.

Many Singaporeans enjoy heading over to Batam and Bintan for a relaxing weekend getaway. But did you know that these 2 islands have more to offer than just cheap seafood and massages? With golf courses, water sports, sand dunes and waterparks, these variety of activities will cater to every type of traveler.

However, if you are looking for something different, then look no further than Karimun Island. Slightly further away from Singapore, Karimun Island is a 90 minutes ferry ride away with only 2 tour operators serving daily ferry rides to the island. However, we promise this is worth the effort to get to with white sandy beaches, clear waters and rainforests dotting the island. Go snorkeling and diving, island hopping, hiking or even swim with the sharks on Karimun Island.

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By bus

Note: Information is accurate as of 26 July 2019.

Lastly, if you a plane or ferry ride is not to your fancy, you could always hop on a bus for a quick trip to Malaysia. While Genting’s outdoor theme park may still be under construction, their recently revamped indoor theme park and outlet shopping should suffice to entertain for a short 4 day trip. Otherwise, consider heading to Cameron Highlands to visit strawberry and tea farms while enjoying the cooling weather up in the mountains. Alternatively, pop over to Malacca to enjoy a foodie holiday if you prefer a shorter coach ride to your destination.

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