Do's: For A Peaceful Year-End Vacation
"The year-end is not my favourite time to travel as prices (flights, hotels) are doubly expensive, and the usual hotspots are crowded with tourists. If I have to get away, I’d choose somewhere less buzzy – perhaps a weekend escape to Fraser’s Hill or a short trip to Taiping. That said, avoid going anywhere during the week of Christmas to New Year as the crush of tourists will be at its peak. Stay home and enjoy the peace of KL for a change."
- Brian Cheong, Digital Editor
DO THIS for a great travel experience:
1) Travel with someone who has the same sense of adventure and humour as you. If you can’t find one, go solo – it’s one of the most rewarding experiences you’ll ever have in your life.
2) Walk. Every location is best explored on foot whether it is Tokyo or the wilderness of Vang Vieng.
3) Go with just a general agenda – or none at all. My best travels have been those where there was no itinerary, going where the wind blew. A vacation is all about relaxing anyway, so I usually take it easy and do whatever I feel like doing at that moment.