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Why you should go to Warsaw. Plus advice on visas, travel insurance and international driving permits for Singaporeans.

Trip cancellation. It does happen. Here’s how to protect yourself.

We don’t need to tell you how great Melbourne is but we can advise you on visas, driving permits and travel insurance. Oh and of course the best places to eat.

Nobody wants to file a travel insurance claim but if you happen to get into a situation that is covered by your travel insurance, you need to know exactly what to do to get your claim processed quickly

Hong-Kong, Shenzhen and Beijing are a paradise for Singaporean shoppers. Get the inside track on where to go and what to buy.

In the quest to advance sustainability, it makes sense to choose eco-friendly holiday destinations. Find out more about eco-friendly holidays in Southeast Asia.

Planning a vacation is not complete without the search for travel gear. Check out our favourite stores in Singapore that will equip you with all you need to have a worry-free trip.

Earthquakes and tsunamis can occur when you least expect it. Find out what you should do if you happen to be caught in one.

Luggage delay. It can ruin your holiday and wreck you plans. Get expert tips on what to do if this happens to you and where you stand when it comes to travel insurance.

Many women continue to fly even when they are in the family way. Here are some points to take note of if you are considering flying during pregnancy, including health and travel insurance matters.

Dubbed an island paradise, this country in the South Pacific has much to offer visitors from Singapore.

All you need to know about the Maldives. From travel insurance and travel advisories to the best budget bungalows and cheap flights.

Besides buying travel insurance and booking your hotel, you should also register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs before you set off on your trip as that will help you in times of trouble

Compare Singapore’s travel agents. Which one should you choose? With a number of travel agencies going bust, it makes sense to regulate the industry. Find out if your travel agent is on the official approved list.

Bangkok street food is still going strong despite threats to shut down vendors. Here’s a quick Singapore guide to getting the best street food Bangkok has to offer.

With the number of top-class ski resorts available in Korea and Japan, it is no wonder that skiing is catching on in Asia. It is certainly becoming a favourite holiday activity among many Singaporeans.

For Singapore travellers, it’s all about the food. Eating figures so hugely in their consciousness that it is the deciding factor when choosing where to go for a holiday.

Homestay tourism in Southeast Asia provides much-needed revenue for local communities. It also helps them preserve their culture and spread it to the rest of the world. Plus you get to have a great time. Find out what its all about.

Singaporeans on holidays can help prevent cruelty to elephants by only visiting parks in the region that practise ethical tourism. Find out more.

pick up some groovy gifts next time you’re in Kuala Lumpur. Beautiful artsy batik, hand-made ceramics and gorgeous pewter jewllery pieces.

Rejected travel claims? Expert tips on how to get your travel insurance claim approved as quickly and easily as possible.

Quick easy getaways from Singapore that you don’t have to fly to. A roundup of our best budget escapes for a long weekend

As more Singaporeans take to the seas we find out about the real costs of cruising from Singapore. Plus some great ways do it on a budget. Get all the facts on cruising holidays out of Singapore

The team at Budget Direct Insurance has put together some Thai trips that you may not have ventured to yet. Check out these 5 destinations where most of the other tourists are Thais in-the-know.

Singaporeans flock to Thailand at this time of year and with promises that this year’s festival is going to be more exuberant than ever they should not be disappointed.

Athens, a hot destination for Singaporeans in 2018. Here’s how to do it on a budget.

Best long haul budget flights from Singapore. Plus tips on how to survive the long hours on a no frills flight.

Facebook and Google plus – Right now Sri Lanka is a trending destination for Singaporeans. What’s all the fuss about?

Find out which of the region’s budget airlines are safest to fly with.

From Singapore to Lapland. One family share their holiday moments.

When does it become cost-effective to buy annual travel insurance instead of single trip cover? Find out.

Prevent sickness on holiday with the right holiday vaccines. Expert tips from Budget Direct Insurance Singapore.

Hot tips to get ahead of the crowd and find a travel bargain

The best way to get a great deal is to know the tricks of the travel trade. With a bit of time and effort, tempting discounts can be found on almost anything. Here are useful apps, websites and travel companies. All aimed at getting you away and having a great holiday for as little as possible

Away from the hustle and bustle of city life into lush countryside of with pretty coastal forests, and mangroves. Here is our all-in-one road trip planner to your home - Singapore

Dine in the dark or with Harry Potter. Hot tips for must-try Singapore restaurants.

Experts explain why solo travel is good for us

Singapore may have a surprising 3,400 kms of road, but it’s not the Australian outback. On the Little Red Dot, a road trip is never going to last from sunrise to sunset. Planning a road trip or driving long distance? Quick safety tips here

Delicious, awe inspiring, not too pricey breakfast, lunch or dinner. Hungry Melbourne guide here.

What makes a super cool Singapore travel blogger? Got #wanderlust, read this.

What makes a super cool Singapore travel blog? Got #wanderlust, read this.

Don’t throw your money away. Expert ways to save on travel from Budget Direct Insurance.

How to stay healthy on holiday, simple advice to keep sickness at bay

Practical ways to travel hassle free with small kids

The world is waiting while Mount Agung - on the Indonesian island of Bali - decides if she is going to blow her top or not. Right now, the situation is frustrating for travellers, and disruptive for locals. Insurance advice and latest news here.

Practical ways to save money and enjoy visiting The Hague

How to make your Singapore dollar travel further. Expert travel tips here.

Outlet shopping around the world – what to look out for and where to go

Does your travel insurance cover you if you’re bumped off a flight? Expert advice

The Little Red Dot hosts the largest street performance and float parade in Asia. The Chingay Parade represents all that makes multicultural Singapore such a great place to be. Here’s your quick guide

Adjusting to cultural norms is part of a rich travel experience. Two things we know in Singapore – how to live together, and how to eat! Find out how to avoid a cultural faux pas at the dining table around the world

Safety tips for driving in the snow. Hiring a car on holiday is a good option – it gives you independence. Here’s how to navigate winter driving.

You can’t leave Singapore on the wings of love, but you can honeymoon on a budget.

Essential travel gadgets to make life easy on your trip

Top tips for travelling alone, safety advice for the solo traveller

Want more ‘likes’ for your photos? We show you how to get the best holiday shots from your smartphone.

You want culture and you want to do it on a budget. Cheap things to do in Yogyakarta.

Airline food, who’s serving the best and worst. What the experts say

Be dazzled at i Light Marina Bay, Singapore. Quick guide here

As an insurance company, it’s our job to help you buy the right travel insurance. You want to know which policy is right for you – we answer.

Welcome to Broome in Western Australia. And soon to be just a short four-hour direct flight from Singapore.

You don’t need to be a big spender to accumulate enough credit card points for a free luxury holiday from Singapore. Here’s how you do it.

Following the declaration of a state of emergency in the Maldives, here are a few things you should do whether you are currently in the Maldives or have an upcoming trip.

International Proposal Day. Romantic places to pop the question in Singapore here

Don’t break the bank with high overseas medical bills. Get Travel insurance with Budget Direct Insurance.

Singaporeans know you don’t need to pay 5-star prices to get the best food. The world’s first Michelin stars awarded for hawker food were given to two chefs on the little Red Dot. Here’s must-try street food in Taipei, Bangkok and Hanoi

Some familiar places in SE Asia are ranked in the top 20 as being least safe from natural disasters. Find out which countries are at higher risk, and how to protect yourself.

Travelling to Berlin on a budget. Singaporeans shouldn’t miss this opportunity to travel to Berlin. There’s never been a better time. Find out why.

Tired of hearing about everyone’s fabulous holidays? Then read our real reviews by real people. From Singapore to Korea. The good AND the bad…

Here is a brief rundown of some of the more pet-friendly airlines travelling out of Singapore.

Feast, shop, dive. First time guide to Phuket here.

Love is more important than money, but have you ever tried paying your bills with a hug? Expert tips for planning a honeymoon that suits you and your bank balance.

South East Asia. So much to explore – Thailand, Vietnam, Borneo, Indonesia – just to start the dream holiday list. But if you are planning to travel there, you’ll want to stay safe. And that means two things – travel insurance and vaccinations. All the details on travel vaccines here

Planning your solo holiday or trip? Expert advice on travel companies and tours from Budget Direct Insurance.

Expert answers to your questions about rental car insurance on holiday.

Roundabouts can pose a safety hazard for Singaporeans. Expert help here

Want a Japan ski holiday that is easier on your bank balance? Insider guide here.

What to do after you’ve spent your last holiday dollars shopping and eating your way round Seoul. Find out..

Find the coolest places to shop and relax in Seoul with Budget Direct Insurance

Singapore fun shopping quiz. How dedicated a shopper are you?

Warning. Think twice before buying travel insurance from airlines. It may not give you the cover you need.

The hidden dangers of driving holidays in Australia

Get real travel reviews from real people. Here AiQing, our top customer care exec, shares her holiday snaps and travel tips from Hong Kong.

The haze has been an unwelcome but frequent visitor to Singapore over the last few years. Inconvenient for business, frustrating for leisure and bad for your health, the haze mostly hits Singapore sometime between June and October. Travel and insurance advice here.

Great ideas to combine travel and running – Angkor Wat Marathon

Great ideas to combine travel and running – Bagan Temple Marathon

Great ideas to combine travel and running - on the Great Wall of China

Great ideas to combine travel and running past Asia’s spectacular monuments

Cheap skiing holidays in Japan. Great deals on budget flights and travel insurance.

Ski Japan. It’s worth it for the powder. Here are clever ways keep costs down.

Ski Japan - travel insurance, when to go and why is the snow just so good?

If you like your road trips short and perfectly formed, this one’s for you. Here is our all-in-one road trip planner for Italy’s gorgeous Amalfi Coast.

Exploring the open road has been popular since man figured out how to stay on a horse. Here is our all-in-one road trip planner for Australia’s amazing Great Ocean Road.

Wild moorland, long stretches of sandy beaches, towering cliffs and stunning old fishing towns. Here is our all-in-one road trip planner for Cornwall, on the UK’s remarkable South Coast.

New Zealand is your passport to the road trip of a lifetime. Be wowed by beautiful beaches and gorgeous scenery, visit Middle Earth, learn about Maori culture and discover all that’s best about this rugged country.

New Zealand is your passport to the road trip of a lifetime. Be wowed by beautiful beaches and gorgeous scenery, visit Middle Earth, learn about Maori culture and discover all that’s best about this rugged country.

If you want a holiday packed with picture postcard loveliness, look no further. Here is the first in our all-in-one road trip planner for the UK’s remarkable South Coast.

New Zealand’s South Island is your passport to the road trip of a lifetime. Your all-in-one guide here

Road-tested advice for adventurers who want to see a part of Malysia that makes your soul sing. Here is our all-in-one road trip planner for Malaysia’s beautiful Cameron Highlands #roadtripasia

Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way is rugged and sparsely populated, with rocky coastlines, rolling green hills and crashing seas. Here is our all-in-one road trip planner

Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire is coming soon to Resorts World Genting. This hyper-reality attraction is a must-visit for its incredible marriage of virtual reality and real-time effects.

How to look after yourself and stay safe in hospital

Where to go if you’re sick off the beaten track in Laos, Vietnam and the Gili Islands. Expert tips from Budget Direct Insurance Singapore

A fabulous St Patrick’s Day Street Festival takes place along the Singapore River in March. Here’s your quick guide

What’s hot and how to find it. Guide to the freshest, most delicious street food in Europe.

Time to disconnect the devices and reconnect with the family. Here’s how. Check out our top picks for great tech-free holidays with the kids

How to get your holiday packing right - ten top tips.

Singapore comes together to help beat cancer. Your quick guide to the Terry Fox Run here

Thunderous music, singing, beating of the drums and dancing. All this and more at the Thaipusam festival. All you need to know about this annual festival in Malaysia in our handy guide.

Thunderous music, singing, beating of the drums and dancing. All this and more at the Thaipusam festival. All you need to know about this annual festival in Singapore in our handy guide.

Expert tips on how to get the best from street food around the world

Group travel. Pro tips to make it work for everyone.

If group travel is for you, here are sure-fire ideas to make great memories

Dealing with a travel emergency on holiday is not something you expect, but it can happen. Safety and insurance advice here.

Travelling with the kids. How to make your hotel room child-friendly and more tips to make family travel trouble-free. A Singapore guide.

Singaporeans love their families. How to make the most of travelling with yours.

Remember to pay in the local currency when you’re on holiday. Plus other great tips on money options for Singapore travellers.

Check out our ultimate travel guide for Singapore travellers. All you need to know about travelling in Hong-Kong.

Check out our ultimate travel guide for Singapore travellers. All you need to know about travelling to Indonesia.

Check out our ultimate travel guide for Singaporeans. All you need to know about travelling in Malaysia.

Check out our ultimate travel guide for Singaporeans. All you need to know about travelling in Thailand.

Packing for holidays is the worst bit about going away. But we’ve made it so much easier for you with our ultimate interactive travel-packing list designed especially for Singaporean travellers.

More Singaporeans are choosing to take volunteering holidays in the hopes of doing some good while at the same time having an ‘authentic experience.' Here we give you the lowdown on ‘Voluntourism’ and what you should know before you head off.

Get more time off in 2018. Ways to hack the Singapore holidays.

When Singapore travel agents go bust. Here’s howExpert tips on how to protect yourself.

The many misconceptions concerning credit card travel insurance in Singapore. Does it give you full protection? Get expert tips.

Last minute CNY getaways near Singapore without getting on a plane

Why travel insurance is a small investment for a large ticket home

Great holiday destinations for senior travellers

Singaporeans are flocking to Vietnam’s new hand bridge. The attraction is creating a stir around the world. And getting there from Singapore won’t cost you an arm and leg. So, what are you waiting for?

Find yourself on a yoga retreat in Asia. Simply the best.