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Since 2023, with pandemic restrictions eased, the tourism industry has regained momentum. ISABELLE NG shares 4 travel tips you need for a perfect trip.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.17.4″ custom_margin=”-194px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.17.4″ min_height=”84px” custom_margin=”-80px|auto||auto|false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-145px|auto|-100px|auto|false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.4″ text_font=”Montserrat|300|||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”30px||||false|false” custom_padding=”||0px||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”About Us” _builder_version=”4.16″ min_height=”1463px” custom_margin=”-136px||-385px|||” custom_padding=”107px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_5,3_5,1_5″ custom_padding_last_edited=”off|desktop” _builder_version=”4.19.4″ custom_margin=”-55px||||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-35px||||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_padding=”2px|0|0px|0px|false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”|0px||0px||true” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_5″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.4″ text_font=”Montreal Medium||||||||” text_line_height=”1.5em” header_font=”||||||||” header_2_font=”Raleway|700|||||||” header_2_font_size=”50px” header_2_line_height=”1.4em” header_5_font=”Montserrat||||||||” header_5_text_color=”#b3b3b3″ header_5_font_size=”14px” header_5_line_height=”0.5em” header_6_font=”Raleway|700||on|||||” header_6_font_size=”16px” header_6_letter_spacing=”5px” header_6_line_height=”1.8em” max_width=”659px” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”0px|79px|104px||false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”” custom_margin_phone=”-40px|79px|0px||false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”|0px||||” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”15px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” header_2_font_size_tablet=”35px” header_2_font_size_phone=”25px” header_2_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] <\/p>\n <\/p>\n BY Hype Issue #57<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n <\/strong><\/p>\n Before Covid-19 hit, I fondly recall the moments spent in my secondary school classroom, hanging out with my friends and eagerly discussing our highly anticipated graduation trip overseas. Alas, we all know what happened in late 2019\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n Now that the pandemic is behind us, it’s time to start envisioning your long-overdue graduation trip, or a quick self-care getaway. Here are four curated travel tips for your perfect trip!<\/span><\/p>\n Tip 1: Decide on the purpose of the trip<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n Is it a trip to unwind and relax by the ocean? Perhaps you\u2019re looking to explore some extreme sports like jet-skiing or wakeboarding?\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Screenshot-2023-07-24-at-12.35.52-PM.png” title_text=”Screenshot 2023-07-24 at 12.35.52 PM” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||4px|||” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||14px|||” inline_fonts=”Montreal Medium” global_colors_info=”{}”] During a recent trip to Korea, I focused on casual sightseeing, taking a break from city life. The left picture shows blooming cherry blossoms while the right picture is from my visit to Eunpyeong Hanok Village. Photos by Isabelle Ng.<\/i><\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-1px|||||” inline_fonts=”ABeeZee,Montreal Medium,Ogg” global_colors_info=”{}”] Regardless, it\u2019s important to decide on the \u201cvibe\u201d of the trip you\u2019re going for, especially when travelling with friends so that you can avoid conflicts.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Having clear motivations before choosing the destination is instrumental in igniting the spark of excitement when you finally say, \u201cYes! Let\u2019s head to \u2026\u201d.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Tip 2: Don\u2019t underestimate itinerary planning<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n It\u2019s always when something unforeseen happens that we think to ourselves, \u201cOh I could\u2019ve done [insert hindsight wisdom here] to prevent this from happening.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n To minimise mishaps, always plan a detailed itinerary. It’s essential to include budgeting, location details, transport and accommodation. Trust me when I say Google Sheets<\/a><\/span> will be your best friend!<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/itinerary.png” title_text=”itinerary” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ text_font=”Montreal Medium||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” min_height=”8.6px” custom_margin=”31px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Pro-tip: Compile all important documents needed for your trip in a Google Drive folder for easier reference and sharing. Photo by Isabelle Ng.<\/span><\/i><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”fc11c624-29d0-4bb0-90fa-a99635dac95a” text_font=”Montreal Medium||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ text_line_height=”1.7em” min_height=”132.2px” custom_margin=”||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”|0px|19px|0px|false|false” locked=”off” inline_fonts=”Abhaya Libre” global_colors_info=”{}”] Alongside the must-have categories, remember to include backup options in your itinerary for peace of mind during your trip.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Screenshot-2023-07-24-at-12.37.46-PM.png” title_text=”Screenshot 2023-07-24 at 12.37.46 PM” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” min_height=”427.9px” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ text_font=”Montreal Medium||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” global_colors_info=”{}”] Search results on both Lemon8 (left) and Tiktok (right) when asked about the best places to travel to with friends. Photos by Isabelle Ng.<\/span><\/i><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” inline_fonts=”Montreal Medium” global_colors_info=”{}”] Looking for travel inspiration? Look no further than social media!\u00a0 Authentic reviews are abundant as users happily share their personal experiences online. Popular apps like Tiktok<\/a><\/span> and Lemon8<\/a><\/span> have become valuable tools for today’s youth, revealing hidden gems and lesser-known hotspots recommended by fellow travellers!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Tip 3: Deciding on the dollars<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n Money matters can be intimidating for youths like us, especially since we might not all have a fixed cash flow every month. However, planning your budget based on your itinerary and trip purpose can make it less daunting.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Separate your big-ticket expenses from your daily allowance. If you have specific items to purchase overseas, allocate an appropriate budget for them and separate this from your regular expenses. This makes it easier for you to keep track of how much you\u2019re spending and avoid going over budget.<\/span><\/p>\n Don’t forget to set aside an emergency fund of roughly 25 per cent on top of your current budget! It’s always better to be prepared than to feel helpless without enough funds in a crisis.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/bangkok_shop-2.jpg” title_text=”bangkok_shop 2″ force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ text_font=”Montreal Medium||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] I really love shopping, so I do understand the pain of not getting an item you really like especially when you\u2019re overseas! Here\u2019s a picture of a cute store, \u201cDaddy and the Muscle Academy\u201d, I went to in Bangkok, Thailand. Photo by Isabelle Ng.<\/span><\/i><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||0px|||” inline_fonts=”Montreal Medium” global_colors_info=”{}”] Consider investing in a travel card! Travelling with large amounts of foreign currency is inconvenient at best, and at worst makes you a target for crime. Travel cards are an excellent solution to handle your money. These cards often offer additional perks, such as better currency exchange rates, the ability to freeze the card from a phone app for added peace of mind, and even the ability to earn flight miles! The Youtrip<\/span><\/a> card and Wise<\/span><\/a> Debit card are popular choices among Singaporean youths.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Tip 4: Don\u2019t be a \u201cBlur Sotong\u201d<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n Before heading to any country, always conduct thorough research. Familiarise yourself with the culture, traditions, and norms of the country to show respect to your hosts. As the saying goes, \u201cWhen in Rome, do as the Romans do.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n Keep an open mind, as cultural habits can be interpreted differently in various countries.\u00a0 For example, in Asian countries like Japan, slurping noodles is seen as a sign of enjoyment and of appreciation to the chef. Trying this in a Western culture though, might land you in hot water.<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/Screenshot-2023-07-24-at-12.38.38-PM.png” title_text=”Screenshot 2023-07-24 at 12.38.38 PM” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ text_font=”Montreal Medium||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] When I was in Korea, I was surprised by their self-service caf\u00e9 culture where customers are able to pick their pastries before payment. Unlike Singapore, where you order from the counter and the staff will serve it to you after. Photos by Isabelle Ng.<\/span><\/i><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” inline_fonts=”Montreal Medium” global_colors_info=”{}”] Embrace mistakes as opportunities to learn. Politely explain that you\u2019re a tourist and new to the area, and most people will be understanding and willing to teach you the proper norms!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n When visiting countries with languages you\u2019re unfamiliar with, translation apps such as Google Translate<\/span><\/a> or Papago<\/span><\/a> are real lifesavers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”http:\/\/hypesingapore.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/laundromat.jpg” title_text=”laundromat” force_fullwidth=”on” _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ text_font=”Montreal Medium||||||||” text_text_color=”#000000″ transform_scale_tablet=”” transform_scale_phone=”” transform_scale_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate=”0px|-22px” transform_translate_tablet=”” transform_translate_phone=”” transform_translate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_translate_linked=”off” transform_rotate_tablet=”” transform_rotate_phone=”” transform_rotate_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_skew_tablet=”” transform_skew_phone=”” transform_skew_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_origin_tablet=”” transform_origin_phone=”” transform_origin_last_edited=”on|desktop” transform_styles_last_edited=”on|desktop” custom_margin=”31px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” hover_enabled=”0″ text_font_size_tablet=”” text_font_size_phone=”14px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” transform_styles_tablet=”” transform_styles_phone=”” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Speaking of language barriers, here\u2019s my first time in a laundromat overseas! It was nerve-wracking trying to figure out the machine settings in a foreign language. Photo by Isabelle Ng.<\/span><\/i><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.21.0″ _module_preset=”default” inline_fonts=”Montreal Medium” global_colors_info=”{}”] If you\u2019ve made it this far, congratulations! You\u2019re now ready to embark on your exciting journey overseas, armed with all the essential travel tips!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Remember, travelling is all about making memories and enjoying new experiences. Don\u2019t get caught up overthinking about potential mishaps. Instead, cherish the fresh perspectives and breathe in the unfamiliar sights and sounds. 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Isabelle Ng<\/b>
Deputy Editor<\/b><\/p>\nPublished on<\/h5>\n
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