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Travel bookings frenzy

I’ve been on a travel booking frenzy of late. Blame the bad economy and Air Asia for running crazy promotions. Plus the hundreds of dollars worth of hotel vouchers I have on hand to spend. And of course the ultimate culprit is my own love for travelling.

Just last night I booked 3 trips (for next year!) – to Penang ($7.50 per person return inclusive of taxes), Bandung ($20+), and Langkawi (also $20+).

And last week me and my mom decided to go to Bali next month for a princely sum of S$75 for air tickets and 3 nights accomodation.

The GF is getting exasperated with my booking frenzy I suspect. OK, I think it’s time to stop already anyway since I’ve got trips lined up almost every month right till next April =)

Some updates on my personal life… well, I’ve been applying for jobs in the past week – just applying for anything and everything in my areas of interst. I’ve also been working part time for my professor compiling a report. As usual, I’ve also been planning for my next trip. Been feeling a little discouraged lately from the lack of career opportunities despite my academic and non-academic achievements. I’m starting to wonder whether I should just accept any job and be a regular Joe instead of aiming high. Maybe I’m just a has-been.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all readers who offered me advice and words of support via my blog. Thanks for being so supportive – It’s heartening to know that there are people out there who don’t know me personally but still bother enough to offer their advice and support.

More updates of my China trip coming soon… I’m doing things a little bit slow these days so do stay tuned!

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5 comments for “Travel bookings frenzy”

  1. Not sure if you would answer this comment but hope you will. Would like your opinion on Air Asia if you don’t mind. I have never travel on Air Asia & was wondering if Air Asia is reliable in terms of punctuality? I heard quite a bit of things re the budget airlines. I’m more concerned that the planes will fly as scheduled and on time. I’m in the process of booking some trips & Air Asia’s having some really good specials so was wondering if it’s worthwhile to fly with them? Their cheap fares certainly is a huge factor.

    Thanks in advance.
    Kat

    Posted by Kat | July 18, 2009, 9:44 am
  2. Air asia is very punctual. For my last flight, which was scheduled for 90 minutes flying time, we arrived 30 minutes ahead of schedule…

    Posted by mrbiao | July 18, 2009, 11:13 am
  3. Thanks so much mrbiao for your prompt response! Appreciate it. I need to book ASAP to get the fare for my travel in Sept. Wow, can’t believe the deals you are getting!

    Kat

    Posted by Kat | July 18, 2009, 11:47 am
  4. P.S. Forgot to mention this…just want you to know that I enjoy reading your blog, especially your year at Vancouver. Best wishes & Good Luck in your future endeavors! Hang in there…I’m sure you will get a job soon. Patience, persistence & perseverance…

    All the best.

    Posted by Kat | July 18, 2009, 11:51 am
    • Thanks for your kind comments… we are supposed to hop on an AirAsia flight this afternoon for a weekend in Bali but looking at things in Jakarta now we decided to forgo the trip. As with budget airlines, no cancellations and no refunds are provided so thats the only drawback… enjoy your trips!

      Posted by mrbiao | July 18, 2009, 11:58 am

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