Travel Bits: March 2019
Staycations....... A relatively easy way to travel without actually travelling. That is the essence of staycation. The term has slightly different meanings in different parts of the world. But the common denominator to all the various interpretations of the word is that you actually travel without venturing far from home. And yes, you can safely leave your passport at home. In Asia, a staycation typically means checking into a local hotel near home. This way, you have the feeling of being away from home and yet home is often just a short drive away from your staycation accommodation. Staycations can be fun too. You get to be away from home, explore new areas in your neighbourhoods, enjoy sumptuous buffet breakfasts in the morning and you do not have to do those cumbersome household chores during your staycation period. And it is a relatively low expense activity when compared to traveling overseas. There are no airfares to book, visas to be arranged and foreign currency to...