Short Weekend Getaway Places for Year 2016

Looking for the short break from the urban lifestyle of Singapore in coming Year 2016?

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With Year 2015 drawing to a close , it is time to reflect back on your travel adventures this year. . . If you are one of those like me, raising up your hand exclaiming:” It has not been great for the past year. Hope Year 2016 can be better with more vacation!” Then, you better read this up.

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In most cases, vacation do not happen just like that. Planning where to go is often a tricky question. Here’s a guide to what you may look forward and put on your planning gear on some places to visit next year. Before that, I certainly hear you. As a working individual contributing to the country’s economic, you may not have that much Annual Leave.

That leads us to the next question: “Where can I travel to?” Fret not, here’s some interesting places one can venture in Asia. But first, let’s take a look at Year 2016 public holidays period.

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You may like to consider below list of places to go for the short long weekend.

Disclaimer: They are not ranked accordingly to preference.

#1 Short get away : Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam 

Duration needed: 3 Days/2 Nights 

Cu Chi Tunnel, 70km away from Ho Chi Minh

Craving for something of everything? Food, Shopping, History? Ho Chi Minh certainly doesn’t disappoint with the rich educational history of the Vietnam War. Take a short break and learnt a bit of history, it certainly gives one a better understanding of the devastating effects of war.

Refer to : Perfect weekend getaway to Ho Chi Minh (Vietnam)

#2 Short get away : Batam Island, Indonesia

Duration needed: 2 Days/1 Night

If you are a seafood lover, wants to feel pamper by having massages, do up your nails and hair, Batam is your prefect choice to spend your weekend.

Massage Parlor: Your favourite place to hang out in Batam. Be spoil for choices!

Refer to : Batam 2 Days/1 Night getaway for less than $100

#3 Short get away : Golden Rock, Myanmar 

Duration needed: 4 Days/3 Nights (Includes Yangon & Golden Rock) 

Yes, that’s right. One just requires 4 Days for a quick getaway in this exotic country: Myanmar. Be the envy of your friends to visit this majestic sight: Golden Rock which is only 5 hours ride from Yangon city. There are pretty many flights flying between Singapore and Myanmar, Yangon.  So when one visit Golden Rock, remember to take in the sights around Yangon as well!

Refer to : Weekend Escape to Myanmar

#4 Short get away : Halong Bay & Hanoi , Vietnam 

Duration needed: 4 Days/3 Nights 

If you are looking somewhere with cold weather (Winter Season: Dec- Feb)and yet able to offer the sight of tropical Phuket Limestone Cliff, look no further than Halong Bay. Spend a few days around in Old Quarter in Hanoi as well to soak in the Vietnamese way of life. Sip a cup of coffee while watching the world goes by.

Refer to : Why Hanoi (Vietnam) is the Perfect Weekend Short Escape

#5 Short get away : Jogjakarta, Indonesia 

Duration needed: 3 Days/2 Nights 

Borobudur Temple

Visit Borobudur Temple. It is the world famous 9th-century Mahayana Buddhist Temple in Central Java which is also listed under UNESCO World Heritage Site.You will marvel at the site. Jogjakarta is a destination where it have a bit of everything of Indonesia. Beach, Mountain, Historical & Religious site, you name it and this city certainly doesn’t disappoint you. Leave this city getting recharged.

Refer to : Exploring Jogjakarta (Indonesia) (3 Days/2 Nights)

#6 Short get away: Mount Kinabalu, Sabah (East Malaysia) 

Duration needed: 3 Days/2 Nights 

Walk the Torq Via Ferrata Route

Feeling adventurous? Tired of lazing around during the long weekend? Why not get out and trek South East Asia Highest Mountain: Mount Kinabalu. Trust me, you will feel a sense of achievement when one reached the cold summit. “Been there, done it, conquer it!” No mountain skills training required thus making it one of the relative easier mountain to conquer in the world!

Refer to : What it takes to climb South East Asia Highest Mountain

#7 Short get away: Bohol, Philippines

Duration needed: 4 Days/3 Nights

If visiting Halong Bay is not your type and you prefer a real beach destination, then Bohol located in the Philippines will be your ultimate choice! Soak in the Sun, Sand and Sea! The crystal clear water, swimming with sea turtles and dolphins is simply a sight one cannot use money to exchange for.

Refer to : Philippines – Guide to Visit Bohol

#8 Short get away: Kandy Hill, Sri Lanka, 

Duration needed: 5 Days/4 Nights 

Getting to this beautiful country cannot be much easier with direct flights offered by various airlines with a flight time of approximately 4 hours from Singapore. No visa is required for Singapore passport holders for short visit. The best time to go is October to April when the climate is cooler. One would be able to experiences slower lifestyle and opportunity to get close to the hundreds of elephants at the river bank. No regret!

Refer to: Why You Need to Visit Sri Lanka

#9 Short get away: Club Med Resorts, Kuantan/ Bali/ Bintan 

Duration needed: 4 Days/3 Nights  (for full relaxation) 

Club Med Cherating @ Kuantan (West Malaysia)

If you are looking to indulge in plain fun, dance till late, total relaxation by the pool, fun filled activities organised, Club Med is the place to be. And with 3 choices of resorts nearby to Singapore, one is certainly spoil for choices! Enjoy full pamper in any one of the resort, is an experience one never forget!

Refer to: The Club Med Experience (Cherating, Malaysia)

#10 Short get away: Tai Mahal, India 

Duration needed: 5 Days/4 Nights

Using 5 days to experience India while visiting one of the 7 wonders of the world: Taj Mahal have left me a deep impression. India lives up to its tagline: Incredible India. Words cannot be used to describe this exotic country, you need to experience it yourself!

Refer to: 9 Reasons Why One Should Visit India

#11 Short get away: Mulu National Park, Sarawak (East Malaysia) 

Duration needed: 4 Days/3 Nights

Tired of concrete jungle? Why not head out to the real jungle, immerse yourself in nature while witnessing one of the best cave system in the world. Mulu National Park is located in East Malaysia and is listed as a World Heritage site in November 2000. The main highlight is often the 3 majestic large caves. Personally, I would strongly recommend people to visit it. The highlight of Mulu Caves is when bats comes out from the cave in the late afternoon forming an incredible flying formation.

Refer to: Adventure to the Wild – Mulu National Park (East Malaysia)

#12 Short get away: Bandung, Indonesia 

Duration needed: 4 Days/3 Nights

Looking to shop at the Factory Outlet? Plucking fresh strawberries? Amazing scenery with tea leaves as its background scene? Chilly weather? Look no further than exploring Bandung with direct flights now flying from Singapore to Bandung.

Refer to: 4Days/3Nights Bandung Adventure

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