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Weekend Getaway Across the Causeway: BBQ Staycation and Family Time

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After a long week of work and meetings, nothing beats unwinding with family. For us, the perfect way to do that is a quick trip across the Causeway to Malaysia for a BBQ staycation, where relaxation and family bonding await.

Crossing the Causeway: A Quick Escape

The week’s stress melted away as soon as we crossed into Johor Bahru. A short drive, and we already felt like we were on a mini-holiday. There were no flights or major planning—just a simple, fuss-free weekend break.

BBQ Staycation Vibes

We booked a cosy villa with a BBQ pit, perfect for a laid-back weekend. The kids were excited, and we got right into prepping for the BBQ. As the meat sizzled on the grill and relaxed atmosphere made it all the more enjoyable.

Everyone pitched in—setting up, grilling, and makan-ing together. It was the perfect way to slow down and enjoy each other’s company, away from distractions.

Family Time, Revisited

Weekends like this remind us how important it is to spend time together. Grilling, relaxing by the pool, and sharing stories during those hours reconnected us in a refreshing and meaningful way.

We felt recharged and ready for the week ahead when we crossed back into Singapore. The best part? It wasn’t just the BBQ or the villa—it was the chance to make lasting memories as a family.

Cravings – Singapore

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We came back to Singapore for Eid / Raya celebrations 2016.  The journey took us more than 15 hours on the road: starting from the time we left home to the time we reached Singapore.  Flight was delayed by an hour.  To top it up, the airport was full due to other flights being delayed as well.  Journey was uneventful but most importantly, we arrived safely.

(Btw, I recommend travellers to use the porter services whenever you’re flying off from the Jeddah airports.  They can help you with the checking-in of your baggage and know their way around the airport especially when it’s crowded.)

Touchdown and one of the things that couldn’t wait was ‘Murtabak’ – a local food. Something that all of us were craving 🙂

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Murtabak – close up

One of the highlights of our vacation: Food. Yes; local food that is.  The list sounded something like:

  • Murtabak
  • Durian
  • Chicken Rice
  • Nasi Lemak
  • Mee Siam
  • Mee Rebus
  • Tulang
  • Indian Rojak
  • Mee Hoon Goreng
  • Laksa
  • etc etc

Here are some of the food pics:

Here are some of the foodilicious places (my personal fav)

Other sites on Singapore food worth checking out:

Apart from that, places in Singapore worth checking out: