If the statistics are anything to go by, 2024 is probably the year where travel mania is going into full swing, with the restrictions truly behind us. In the last quarter of 2023, Changi Airport saw 16.1 million passenger movements, which was above 90 per cent of pre-pandemic levels.

Yet, the costs of travel surely did not stay the same as before the pandemic. In fact, almost everything from flights to hotels and attractions have become costlier.

That has not deterred travel spending — in November 2023, Visa revealed in its Global Travel Intentions (GTI) survey that a 40 per cent year-on-year increase in travel spending has pushed recovery to pre-pandemic levels. 

For savvy travellers, spending mindfully is not just about sticking to a budget but how to enhance the quality of travel experiences within reasonable means.

Seeing the world may come with a price tag but that doesn't mean you need to only eat bread and drink water for the rest of the time. Here's a quick look at how to get the most out of your time and travel dollars. 

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