For anyone who is keen on taking a mini break without travelling far... Sentosa is always a good idea. Here, we review a two-night stay at the beautifully designed The Barracks Hotel Sentosa
Are staycations still popular among Singaporeans? As travel plans return with a vengeance with the ease of Covid-19 restrictions around the world, the concept of staycations may no longer be relevant for those itching to leave the country in need of a change in environment.
But as I found out for myself, despite the option to travel abroad these days, having some downtime away from home—even if it’s within my own country—is still a welcome treat. And it is especially so if this particular treat is on the island of Sentosa.
I’ve always enjoyed the thought of being a tourist in my own country because as small as it may seem in comparison to our neighbouring countries, for instance, there is still so much that I have yet to discover and experience. So, when offered the opportunity to go on a heritage hideaway with The Barracks Hotel, I packed my bags and allowed myself to be whisked away (in a barracks jeep that picked me up from my residence, no less) for a two-night respite.
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