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Conmen give Malaysia a bad name
Unscrupulous individuals stake out at KLIA arrival hall, conveniently pick a name from placards held by tour operators and then try to con the unsuspecting tourists. -The Star/ANN
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A S'porean's guide to shopping in KL (Part 1)
Contributor Daisy Chiu rates and reviews three malls in Kuala Lumpur, in terms of the shopping experience offered, ambience, carparks and even the cleanliness of toilets. -AsiaOne
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Beware of fortune-tellers when overseas
There's one thing about unscrupulous fortune-tellers - they would put fear in their clients first in order to entice them and they are experts at detecting vulnerable tourists. -NST
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6 tips to avoid, or survive, a shark attack
Environmental protection of Sydney's beaches and harbour has created a cleaner marine environment, but is attracting sharks closer to shore -Reuters
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Obey laws of country when abroad
LTA spokesman has advised motorists to 'check and comply with the vehicle and road traffic laws of the foreign country that they wish to drive in'. -ST
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Driving safe down under
Self-drive holidays during spring and summer are especially popular among tourists, with great sights like Lorne, Ballarat and the Great Ocean Road. But there are specific driving habits to observe, like watching out for the kangaroo lying on the road. -NST
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You, too, can register at MFA website
eRegister at www.mfa.gov.sg by filling in your personal particulars and other details. -TNP
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Don't only register with MFA when travelling to crisis regions
In the wake of the recent Mumbai attacks and Thai airport shutdown, MFA says that not enough Singaporeans are alerting the ministry when they are going abroad. -TNP
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How to stay safe
What can Singaporeans who live overseas, or who travel frequently, do to ensure they are well-protected during a crisis?
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Gadgets for the road
High-tech gadgets are part of every traveller's packing list today. Check out BT's recommended mp3 player, small laptop and compact digital camera to hit the road with. -BT
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Spoiling the holiday cheer
Souvenir sellers in tourist destinations are often a glib lot who can make you part with your money for useless, defective items, warns writer John Tiong. -NST
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48 hours in S'pore
Head down to Geylang for a late durian supper, catch the sunset on the Singapore Flyer, or have brunch at Dempsey Road. Check out Reuters' guide to living it up in Singapore in 2 days. -Reuters
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Don't fall victim to travel scams
Counterfeit watches and handbags are not the only scams to watch out for - unwary travellers are easy targets for bait-and-switch ploys, abuse of identities, and deceitful hotel advertising. -NST
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HK shopping haunts and attractions
There's an abundance of retail options and places of interests to sustain a two-week trip to Hong Kong. -ST
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The conceirge: To Turkey or Japan with Chen Han Wei, The great sunshine way, Discover Saudi Arabia and No-frills travel sale.
Life!'s weekly guide to vacation deals and interesting travel ideas. -ST
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The Conceirge: Sheraton goodies, Kid stars, Haven heaven and Singapore Michelin Guide.
Life!'s weekly guide to vacation deals and interesting travel ideas. -ST
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The Conceirge: Call of the wild, Female bonding, Back to school and White Nippon Christmas.
Life!'s weekly guide to vacation deals and interesting travel ideas. -ST
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The conceirge: All things exotica, Hide away in seclusion, Flight bargains and Flirt with adventure
Life!'s weekly guide to vacation deals and interesting travel ideas. -ST
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