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Singapore Public Holidays & Long Weekend Guide 2025

Singapore Public Holidays & Long Weekend Guide 2026

Explore Singapore’s 2026 Public Holiday Guide with 11 holidays, including long weekends. Get tips to optimise your leave and make the most of your time off.

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Travel Insurance and COVID-19

Travel Insurance and Known Events

Travel insurance coverage and unexpected events

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Singapore’s Cheapest Travel Insurance for ASEAN Trips

Cheapest 1-Week ASEAN Basic Travel Insurance - Budget Direct

We offer the cheapest 1-week ASEAN Trip Basic Travel Insurance, according to an independent study carried out by a leading consumer research firm.

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Angkor Wat Marathon

Singapore runners. Handy guide to the Angkor Wat Marathon

We love active holidays not far from Singapore. Here are some great ideas that combine travel and running – read all about the Angkor Wat Marathon

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travel-evacuation

A Grateful Customer's Journey of Recovery with Budget Direct Insurance

At Budget Direct Insurance, we pride ourselves on going the extra mile to provide exceptional service and support to our customers.

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travel-emergency

A Singapore Traveller's Guide: Navigating Medical Emergencies Abroad with Confidence

Travel with confidence. In this guide, we'll walk you through the essential steps to take if you find yourself in a medical emergency while travelling.

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Wild Atlantic Way Ireland

Spectacular road trips. Wild Atlantic Way, Ireland

Learn more about Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way with our all-in-one road trip planner.

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Honolulu

Hawaii. Travel insurance and more

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

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roundabouts

Road safety. All about roundabouts and tips to stay safe

Roundabouts can pose a safety hazard for Singaporeans. Read our expert guide on the best way to navigate a roundabout without being driven round the bend.

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Travel insurance and more. The Maldives

Travel insurance and more. The Maldives

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

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E-register with MFA

Why Singaporeans should e-register with MFA before a trip

Find out why you should register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs before setting off on your trip besides buying travel insurance and booking your hotel.

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Volunteering holidays for Singaporeans

Volunteering Holidays for Singaporeans | Budget Direct

Find out more about ‘Voluntourism’ and what you should know before you head off for your volunteering holidays to do some good and have an 'authentic experience'.

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ultimate travel packing list

Ultimate Interactive Travel-Packing List | Budget Direct

Use our ultimate interactive travel-packing list designed especially for Singaporean travellers to help with your holiday packing.

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Expert guide to making a travel insurance claim

Ultimate guide to making a travel insurance claim

Find out what you need to know and do exactly to get your claim processed quickly if you happen to get into a situation that is covered by your travel insurance.

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Thaipusam festival guide – Singapore

Thaipusam Festival Guide in Singapore | Budget Direct

Use our handy guide to find out all you need to know about Thaipusam festival in Singapore. Click here to read more.

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