How to use your expiring KrisFlyer miles

And you’ve also realised that you don’t have enough miles to redeem a flight for your next epic vacation. Is there no way to fly, and are those hard-earned miles all going to waste?  

Fret not – no matter your lifestyle needs, we’ve got you covered with our guide below.  

 

 

I (still) want to… fly 

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You might not have enough miles to redeem a flight ticket, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t fly! You can mix your miles with cash to reduce the cost of your ticket on Singapore Airlines or Scoot – with a minimum of 1,050 KrisFlyer miles – perfect if you have expiring miles near a special occasion or holiday! 

Jetting off on a holiday to shop till you drop? You can also use your KrisFlyer miles to pre-purchase additional baggage allowance.  

And if you’re saving it all for a good deal, be sure to keep your eyes peeled for monthly Spontaneous Escapes deals. These are released in the middle of every month, and you might just score yourself a 30% (and sometimes more!) discount off the miles that you’d typically need to redeem a flight. From 5,950 KrisFlyer miles, you could be on a spontaneous getaway to Bali for that much-needed wellness getaway. 

The destinations that are featured differ every month, so follow KrisFlyer on Facebook or Instagram to be the first to find out which destinations are up for grabs.   

 

 

I want to… plan a fun weekend 

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From food and walking tours to high-adrenaline activities and craft workshops, Pelago, the travel experiences platform of Singapore Airlines has plenty on offer. 

Simply take your pick from the wide range of experiences available and redeem with your expiring miles. Do note that only full miles redemption is allowed on Pelago. 

Putting together an itinerary for an upcoming trip instead? Filter by your destination of choice to browse the full list of activities available. 

If “extra-special” is an activity criteria, look no further than KrisFlyer Experiences – a selection of exclusive culinary, entertainment, travel and arts experiences are available just for KrisFlyer members.  

 

 

I want to… book a hotel stay 

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Whether you’re doing a staycation, a weekend getaway, or going on that trip of a lifetime, you can redeem your expiring miles for hotel stays on KrisFlyer vRooms. You’ll be spoilt for choice with over 350,000 hotels and resorts available, as long as you have a minimum of 1,500 KrisFlyer miles that you can mix with cash to book that hotel that you’ve always wanted to check in to. 

Or, if you are a Marriott Bonvoy member, you’ll be a step closer to your next Marriott stay if you convert KrisFlyer miles to Marriott Bonvoy points. 

 

 

I want to… go on a road trip 

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If you are the type of traveller that has a full itinerary jammed packed with visits to the most Instagrammable hot spots for the perfect photo opportunity, renting a car may be your best bet. Let your four wheels whisk you to wherever you’d like to go – and it all starts when you use a minimum of 1,500 KrisFlyer miles to offset the total cost of your booking on KrisFlyer vRooms. 

 

 

I want to… shop, shop, shop 

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If you have a birthday or anniversary celebration coming right up, this one might just be for you. With KrisShop, you’ll have access to popular brands like Laneige, Estee Lauder, Jellycat and more – and all of these brands carry a multitude of items that will delight your nearest and dearest.  

You have the option to mix miles with cash to offset the total cost of your gift starting from 1,000 miles!  

For everyday spend, Kris+ is your go-to app. 

With Kris+, you’ll be able to make use of your expiring miles to offset the cost of that sweet treat that you’ve been craving for, or that pair of shoes that you’ve been eyeing. With over 1,500 partner outlets (and counting) across Singapore, you’ll be spoilt for choice when you choose what you’d like to redeem. 

Download the Kris+ app, convert your KrisFlyer miles to KrisPay miles and you’re all set to use your miles to offset the cost of your everyday spend.  

Alternatively, convert your KrisFlyer miles  to NTUC Linkpoints to offset your grocery expenses. 

 

 

I want to … do good with my miles  

KrisFlyer members can also choose to donate their miles to KidSTART SG.

You may also donate miles to KidSTART SG, a Singaporean non-profit organisation that supports early development of children in lower-income families. Miles donated will be used to redeem items or activities from Singapore Airlines or KrisFlyer partners that can enrich the experiences of children in need. 

 

 

Go ahead, mix and match the myriad of options above to use your KrisFlyer miles, in a way that best suits you and your lifestyle! Find out more here. 

 

Not a KrisFlyer member yet? Sign up with the promo code KF800 to enjoy 800 KrisFlyer miles as well as all that our rewards programme has to offer. 

Australia Road Trip Guide: Sydney-Melbourne (Duplicate)

If a complete recharge is your goal, Australia serves as the perfect escape from the daily grind. Home to some of the world’s most majestic natural wonders, the cerulean waters, the powdery-white sand, the awe-striking mountain views and the lush greenery Down Under are the ultimate balms for a tired soul. Need some inspiration? Here’s our suggested road trip guide from Sydney to Melbourne, taking you through some of the most striking sights on offer. 

To start, secure a car rental by redeeming your miles (or mix miles with cash) on KrisFlyer vRooms, or earn miles when you book with our ground transport partners like Avis, HERTZ or more. 

 

 

Drawing Room Rocks 

The first stop? The quaint coastal town of Berry, a two-hour scenic drive from Sydney along the Grand Pacific Drive.  

Apart from Berry’s charming historical buildings, wineries, farmer’s market and its famous Berry Donut Van, you can’t visit Berry without a hiking stop at the Drawing Room Rocks. 

Located in the Barren Grounds Nature Reserve, this natural rock feature earned its name due to its unique tables-and-chairs form because of weathering over time. The three-hour hike is relatively short but steep so do exercise some caution, especially near cliff edges. Once at the top, you’ll be rewarded with sprawling views over Kangaroo Valley and Berry.

 

 

Jervis Bay 

Just an hour’s drive from Berry is Jervis Bay, a slice of paradise that offers something for everyone amidst incredible views. Are water sports right up your alley? Diving and snorkeling at Jervis Bay Marine Park are some of your options. Between June to October, humpback whales migrate and Australia fur seals can be seen so you might just find yourself diving alongside them. You can also book a dolphin or a whale cruise if you prefer to experience the local sealife in the comfort of a boat or ship, while soaking in the sprawling landscapes all around. 

If you prefer to explore on foot at your own pace, take a leisurely stroll along White Sands Walk. Start at Vincentia, walking down a tranquil path that meanders through a coastal forest, past breath-taking ocean views. End off at Hyams Beach or trek the Scribbly Gum track where kangaroo-sighting is a possibility if you’re in luck. 

 

 

Batesman Bay and Guerilla Bay 

After a night’s rest, start off the day with a post-breakfast drive to Batesman Bay. Learn about the local history at the Batesman Bay Heritage Museum, ride along the waterfront on cycleway, sample fresh local produce and don’t leave without savouring the delectable Clyde River oysters before you leave. 

Just a short 20-min drive away is Guerilla Bay, a snorkelling stop and yet another one of the many magnificent bays that Australia has to offer for nature lovers. 

 

Merimbula 

Up next is Merimbula, a coastal stretch of emerald-green waters, tall cliffs, magical tea groves and more. Here, the promise of complete seclusion and disconnect awaits – establish your base on secluded campgrounds if you wish, challenge yourself with a trek to the secluded Moon Bay in Mimosa Rocks National Park or choose from the many secret beaches Merimbula has to offer. 

If you’re a foodie, you’ll be spoilt for choice here. Bask in the view of Merimbula Lake as you dine at the award-winning restaurant Valentina, enjoy a post-hike tipple or two at Longstocking Brewery, go on an oyster trail or explore the freshest produce this seaside town has to offer. 

 

 

Lakes Entrance and Wilsons Promontory National Park 

From Merimbula, Lakes Entrance will be the first gateway towards the Melbourne leg of the road trip. Take a 3-hour drive through Tarra-Bulga National Park or Port Albert towards Wilsons Promontory, Victoria’s oldest national parks. Trek along the Prom Wildlife Walk and you might be greeted by passing kangaroos and emus. Treat yourself to coastal views when you walk from Tidal River to Squeaky Beach. For the best sunset views, trek up Mount Oberon for a bird’s eye view of Wilsons Promontory at dusk. End the night with an overnight stay at one of the cottages at Wilsons Promontory Lightstation, which is accessible only by sea or a day-long hike. Glamping in a safari-style tent is also an option if you’d like to rough it out in style. 

 

 

The Great Ocean Road and Brighton Beach 

No trip to Melbourne is complete without the iconic drive along the Great Ocean Road, a dreamy drive that lets you soak in the sights of key attractions like the Twelve Apostles, Apollo Bay, Erskine Falls and more. 

And finally, don’t forget to make a stop at Brighton Beach for a photograph – or TikTok video – among the famous colourful Victorian-era bathing boxes.  

Can’t wait to jet off to Australia for this epic road trip? As a KrisFlyer member, you’ll earn KrisFlyer miles when you fly on Singapore Airlines to and from these destinations. Alternatively, you can also choose to redeem your KrisFlyer miles for this eye-opening trip.  

 

 

Not a KrisFlyer member yet? Sign up with the promo code KF800 to enjoy 800 KrisFlyer miles as well as all that our rewards programme has to offer. 

Australia Road Trip Guide: Sydney-Melbourne

If a complete recharge is your goal, Australia serves as the perfect escape from the daily grind. Home to some of the world’s most majestic natural wonders, the cerulean waters, the powdery-white sand, the awe-striking mountain views and the lush greenery Down Under are the ultimate balms for a tired soul. Need some inspiration? Here’s our suggested road trip guide from Sydney to Melbourne, taking you through some of the most striking sights on offer. 

To start, secure a car rental by redeeming your miles (or mix miles with cash) on KrisFlyer vRooms, or earn miles when you book with our ground transport partners like Avis, HERTZ or more. 

 

 

Drawing Room Rocks 

Credits: _fairytalegirl

The first stop? The quaint coastal town of Berry, a two-hour scenic drive from Sydney along the Grand Pacific Drive.  

Apart from Berry’s charming historical buildings, wineries, farmer’s market and its famous Berry Donut Van, you can’t visit Berry without a hiking stop at the Drawing Room Rocks. 

Located in the Barren Grounds Nature Reserve, this natural rock feature earned its name due to its unique tables-and-chairs form because of weathering over time. The three-hour hike is relatively short but steep so do exercise some caution, especially near cliff edges. Once at the top, you’ll be rewarded with sprawling views over Kangaroo Valley and Berry.

 

 

Jervis Bay 

Credits: roberta.a.rocha

Just an hour’s drive from Berry is Jervis Bay, a slice of paradise that offers something for everyone amidst incredible views. Are water sports right up your alley? Diving and snorkeling at Jervis Bay Marine Park are some of your options. Between June to October, humpback whales migrate and Australia fur seals can be seen so you might just find yourself diving alongside them. You can also book a dolphin or a whale cruise if you prefer to experience the local sealife in the comfort of a boat or ship, while soaking in the sprawling landscapes all around. 

If you prefer to explore on foot at your own pace, take a leisurely stroll along White Sands Walk. Start at Vincentia, walking down a tranquil path that meanders through a coastal forest, past breath-taking ocean views. End off at Hyams Beach or trek the Scribbly Gum track where kangaroo-sighting is a possibility if you’re in luck. 

 

 

Batesman Bay and Guerilla Bay 

Credits: chloewoody_

After a night’s rest, start off the day with a post-breakfast drive to Batesman Bay. Learn about the local history at the Batesman Bay Heritage Museum, ride along the waterfront on cycleway, sample fresh local produce and don’t leave without savouring the delectable Clyde River oysters before you leave. 

Just a short 20-min drive away is Guerilla Bay, a snorkelling stop and yet another one of the many magnificent bays that Australia has to offer for nature lovers. 

 

Merimbula 

Credits: sapphirecoastnsw

Up next is Merimbula, a coastal stretch of emerald-green waters, tall cliffs, magical tea groves and more. Here, the promise of complete seclusion and disconnect awaits – establish your base on secluded campgrounds if you wish, challenge yourself with a trek to the secluded Moon Bay in Mimosa Rocks National Park or choose from the many secret beaches Merimbula has to offer. 

If you’re a foodie, you’ll be spoilt for choice here. Bask in the view of Merimbula Lake as you dine at the award-winning restaurant Valentina, enjoy a post-hike tipple or two at Longstocking Brewery, go on an oyster trail or explore the freshest produce this seaside town has to offer. 

 

 

Lakes Entrance and Wilsons Promontory National Park 

Credits: harley.ttpup

From Merimbula, Lakes Entrance will be the first gateway towards the Melbourne leg of the road trip. Take a 3-hour drive through Tarra-Bulga National Park or Port Albert towards Wilsons Promontory, Victoria’s oldest national parks. Trek along the Prom Wildlife Walk and you might be greeted by passing kangaroos and emus. Treat yourself to coastal views when you walk from Tidal River to Squeaky Beach. For the best sunset views, trek up Mount Oberon for a bird’s eye view of Wilsons Promontory at dusk. End the night with an overnight stay at one of the cottages at Wilsons Promontory Lightstation, which is accessible only by sea or a day-long hike. Glamping in a safari-style tent is also an option if you’d like to rough it out in style. 

 

 

The Great Ocean Road and Brighton Beach 

Credits: conicanoc

No trip to Melbourne is complete without the iconic drive along the Great Ocean Road, a dreamy drive that lets you soak in the sights of key attractions like the Twelve Apostles, Apollo Bay, Erskine Falls and more. 

And finally, don’t forget to make a stop at Brighton Beach for a photograph – or TikTok video – among the famous colourful Victorian-era bathing boxes.  

Can’t wait to jet off to Australia for this epic road trip? As a KrisFlyer member, you’ll earn KrisFlyer miles when you fly on Singapore Airlines to and from these destinations. Alternatively, you can also choose to redeem your KrisFlyer miles for this eye-opening trip.  

 

 

Not a KrisFlyer member yet? Sign up with the promo code KF800 to enjoy 800 KrisFlyer miles as well as all that our rewards programme has to offer. 

KONNICHIWA, OSAKA!

Check out all the fun things that are not to be missed.

 

1: 🎢 Unleash your main character energy at Universal Studios Osaka

Pull right up at Universal Studios Japan for a day of fun. It’s your chance to play like nobody’s watching. Enjoy Super Nintendo World, Harry Potter zone or simply be adventurous and try all the new rides!

Even if you’re not big on rides, the land is filled with photo opportunities for your 0.5 selfies. 😉 It’s super easy too: just book your Universal Studios tickets, airport train tickets, Kansai travel passes and more through Pelago.

 

 

2.  🍡 🍱 🍥 🤳 Stroll the streets of Osaka

Not sure where to explore? Start with Shinsekai. You’ll find plenty of local eateries, bars, restaurants, and retail stores.

There’s also a sick spot here that you can’t miss: the Tsutenkaku Tower. It’s the ultimate flex with its towering height of 75m. Enjoy the mesmerising landscape from the top! #viewsfordays

If you’re looking to be out and about enjoying the sights and sounds of Osaka, discover Dotonburi. Great street food while sightseeing? Big W. Some of the must-tries include takoyaki, okonomiyaki and kushikatsu. Oishi!

 

Spot the iconic giant Glico Man in the sea of neon lights and signages. This might just be the city’s most well-known landmark!

 

From there, take a short walk to Shinsaibashi which lies slightly north of Dotonburi for some shopping.

 

 

Not a KrisFlyer member yet? Sign up with the promo code KF800 to enjoy 800 KrisFlyer miles as well as all that our rewards programme has to offer.

GET YOUR MELBOURNE GLOW UP

Grab your suitcase and enjoy our to-do list:

 

 

1. Activities galore!

Whether you’re looking for epic adventures, wanna feel cute on fruit-picking day trips, or can’t wait to meet the  🐘  🦁  🐫  🦘 of Melbourne on safari, book your activities through Pelago, and you can earn miles while sneaking in some 0.5 selfies to update your PP.

 

 

2: Enjoy a gastronomic adventure 🤤

South Melbourne Market is just *chef’s kiss*. We’re talking seafood, vibey cafes, fresh fruit and vegetables, specialty coffee stores, French bakes, and even plants and flowers, all across 150 stalls. You could even grab an artisanal product from a pop-up, or stuff yourself silly with fresh oysters at just A$2 a pop!

 

3: Admire Melbourne from vantage points ☝

 

Take in the magic of this city in different ways.  🚴‍♂️  Go on a cycling tour (think spin classes but 101% better) that takes you to the best parts of town. Check out the famous Hosier Lane and AC/DC lane to spot all kinds of street art.

For a specccctacuuular floor-to-ceiling view from 285m above ground, head to Melbourne Skydeck. Admire the city’s breathtaking skyline here and spot famous landmarks like the Flinders Street Station.

If you prefer being in the great outdoors, hop on a boat with GoBoat Melbourne and enjoy a scenic ride. P.S.: No prior experience or boat licence required. 😎

Ready to take on Australia? As a KrisFlyer member, you’ll earn KrisFlyer miles when you fly on Singapore Airlines and Scoot, or you can choose to redeem your KrisFlyer miles for that trip down under.

 

 

Not a KrisFlyer member yet? Sign up with the promo code KF800 to enjoy 800 KrisFlyer miles as well as all that our rewards programme has to offer.

LOW-KEY RUNNING OUT OF THINGS TO DO? WE GOT YOU.

10am: Have a cwassont 🥐 at Maison Kayser

 

☕️ Breakfast like a queen at the popular Maison Kayser. This French bakery is so fly, you’ll be teleported to France. 🥖

📍111 Somerset Road, #01-09, TripleOne Somerset, Singapore 238164.

📍6 Scotts Road, #B1-25, Scotts Square, Singapore 228209.

12pm: Keep calm and break free at Virtual Room 🧙

Think you can be an escape artist? Spend some time trying to make an epic escape by putting your mystery-solving skills to the test.

📍2 Orchard Link, #02-20, *SCAPE, Singapore 237978

 

2pm: Have a hearty time at Arteastiq 🍝

Feeling famished? Café hop to Arteastiq and enjoy their amazing range of food and drinks. After you fill your tummies, hop over to the art jamming area and channel your inner Picasso. Avant-garde, scenic, portrait paintings or abstract – go ahead and do ya thang, b.

📍333 Orchard Road, #04-14/15, Mandarin Gallery, Singapore 238867

 

7pm: Go on a seafood diet at Cajun on Wheels 🦐🦑🦀

Seafood lovers, dig into some fresh seafood buckets and platters and give their special sauces a go. Psst, they’re halal certified.

📍290 Orchard Road, #04-09, Paragon, Singapore 238859.

 

9pm: End the day with yummy desserts at Paris Baguette 🍮

End your day on a sweet note at this French-inspired bakery. Take your pick from a variety of sweet and savoury pastries and donuts before you call it a day.

📍435 Orchard Road, #B1-46, Wisma Atria, Singapore 238877.

NO FOMO, REDEEM KRISFLYER MILES ASAP

Discover how you can werk your KrisFlyer miles both in the air and on the ground. 🥳

 

 

1. Redeem when you fly ✈️

Free flight tickets, anyone? Look out for KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes offers to enjoy up to 30% off Saver award flight tickets. Follow @KrisFlyer.Official to get first dibs.

 

2. Redeem when you stay at hotels 🏨

Whether you choose to redeem your miles for free hotel stays, or services like spa treatment and dining vouchers, you’ll definitely have a good time. Pick from a wide variety of hotels in cities and towns all around the world with KrisFlyer vRooms.

 

3. Redeem when you rent a car 🚗

Road tripping? It hits different when you can redeem your miles to rent a car. With KrisFlyer vRooms, you’ll be able to rent a car from over 29,000 locations around the world.

 

4. Redeem when you try new KrisFlyer Experiences 👣

Embark on new adventures with KrisFlyer Experiences. Find a curated list of fun activities and exclusive access to events such as concerts, dining experiences, leather crafting workshops and more. The activities are constantly refreshed so you’ll never know what surprises you’ll discover next.

 

5. Redeem when you shop 🛍️

If there’s one thing better than S-A-L-E, it’s how you can offset your purchases with KrisFlyer miles. Did you know there’s a monthly 30% miles discount when you redeem with miles? Any kind of saving is appreciated here 💅. Shop on KrisShop.com and start adding to cart now.

 

6. Redeem via the Kris+ app

Living in Singapore or planning to visit? Download the Kris+ lifestyle rewards app and convert your KrisFlyer miles to KrisPay miles to book activities or simply shop from lifestyle partners across 1,500 outlets on Kris+. If you have little miles left after making a big redemption, you can use them on Kris+ and redeem them easily. The best part: you can customise the portion of your bill to be paid with miles or cash. Slay!  🥳

 

7. Redeem when you donate 👼🏻

When was the last time you did a good deed? Psst, you can do just that by using your KrisFlyer miles to help someone in need.

Your donated miles will be used to redeem enriching activities and items such as educational toys, clothes and accessories for kids in need under KidSTART Singapore.

 

8. Live your best life 🤩

Know what you can redeem your miles for? Airport transfers, tours or even private dining experiences, with Pelago’s offerings in 73 countries and over 1,200 destinations. That’s the excuse you’ve been waiting for to live it up.

 

 

Enjoy your redeemed miles 🤝

6 EASY WAYS TO EARN AND UP YOUR KRISFLYER MILES GAME

1. Earn when you fly ✈️

Did you know that you earn KrisFlyer miles when you fly with not only Singapore Airlines, but Scoot too? Go ahead and book that self 💅 care 💅 trip and start earning miles.

2. Earn when you spend 🤑

No gate-keeping here, if there’s one app that you need, it’s Kris+. With this lifestyle rewards app, you’ll be able to spend on everyday items like your lunch or bubble tea or go on a retail therapy on KrisShop and earn miles simultaneously. Pay using Kris+ and earn up to 9 miles per dollar, or earn 100 miles when you fulfil a dining reservation. Pssst, even if you decide to ‘Netflix and Chillax’ at home with Grab, you can convert your spends to miles easily.

3. Get a KrisFlyer co-brand card or air miles card 💳

Charging your everyday spends to your credit cards is the fastest way to earn KrisFlyer miles, no cap. Get a KrisFlyer co-brand card and link it to your Kris+ app to earn miles on both ends. With co-brand cards, miles will be auto-credited to your KrisFlyer account with no conversion fees.

Some cards to consider:

  1. American Express Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Credit Card
  2. American Express Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Ascend Credit Card
  3. KrisFlyer UOB Credit Card and Debit Card

4. Earn when you rent a car 🚗

Planning a road trip? Rent your ride with our list of car rental partners including:

  • Avis
  • Budget Car Rental
  • Europcar
  • Hertz

5. Earn when you book tours and activities. 👣

Fill your itinerary with fun adventures. Discover a wide variety of activities on Pelago and earn miles as you enjoy the convenience of having a one-stop shop to book all you need. For the best deals, always check the Kris+ app for deals exclusive to the country you’re visiting.

 

6. Earn when you stay at hotels 🏨

Treating yourself to a self-care trip? If you’re also a Marriott Bonvoy member, earn KrisFlyer miles with qualifying stays at Marriott properties, and convert your miles to Marriott Bonvoy points or vice versa with the two-way partnership. Given the wide range of hotels with accessible price points, you’ll definitely find something awesome.

 

 

Have fun earning miles with our tips!

MANIFEST THE LUCKY GEN Z SYNDROME: WIN 20X KRISFLYER MILES FOR YOUR NEXT GETAWAY

We’re about to drop some deets on how you can win LOTS OF MILES and redeem flights to your favourite destinations such as Bangkok, Seoul, London, Paris or even New York!

If you don’t already know, KrisFlyer is a 🔥 lifestyle rewards programme by the Singapore Airlines Group that rewards you as you spend. You can even earn miles from your everyday spending to redeem trips.

 

1. Sign up for a KrisFlyer account at www.krisflyer.com. Use promo code KFGENZ and get 800 miles as a sign-up bonus.

 

2. Follow KrisFlyer on IG ➡️ http://instagram.com/krisflyer.official and download the Kris+ app

3. Make 3 or more transactions on Kris+

4. Post about your purchases on IG/TikTok and tell us how you’ll spend your miles if you win. Include hashtags: #KrisFam2023 and #MilesBetterWithKF to submit your entries by 23 October 2023.

Kickstart your KrisFlyer journey with Kris+ and stand to win LOTS OF MILES for your next slaycation!

 

 

KrisFlyer Gen Z KrisFam Giveaway – Instagram Contest Terms and Conditions

 

Explore The Road Less Travelled With Singapore Airlines

Plan a visit to somewhere off-the-beaten-track and experience a trip like no other. Not sure where to visit? Have a read through this list of 5 cities that will offer you everything from delectable cuisine, nature, heritage and culture, to Instagram-worthy sights to visit – sans the hordes of travellers from around the globe!

 

1. Fukuoka, Japan

Credits: saunteringboots

If you’ve been to Japan, chances are, you’ve been to the main island of Honshu, but if you’re looking to switch things up a little, visit the island of Kyushu. More specifically, plan to spend time in Fukuoka. Here, you can look forward to both the old and new – think ancient Buddhist temples as well as modern shopping malls. If you’re a big fan of flowers, or the colour purple, aim to visit between late April to early May, and make a trip to Kawachi Wisteria Garden, where you’ll find over 20 kinds of wisterias. The biggest highlight of the visit will definitely be the flower tunnels. When they’re fully covered with the blooms, they’re a sight to behold, and will form a memory that you’ll remember for the rest of your life! 

 

2. Da Nang, Vietnam

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Checked Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City off your list already? Another Vietnamese city to visit is Da Nang, which is well known for its pristine beaches, gorgeous bays, as well as the famous Marble Mountains. The latter are karst formations with pagodas at their peaks, but apart from that, they also house a whole network of caves, tunnels, and towers. If you’re looking to escape the city, make a trip to Ba Na Hills, which is a huge resort complete with a theme park, manicured gardens, and an extremely Instagrammable bridge – picture two, gigantic hands holding up a shimmering golden bridge. Visit at dawn and you’ll surely be mesmerised by this scene.

 

3. Cape Town, South Africa

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Plan a visit to one of the most picturesque cities in the African continent: Cape Town. If you’ve always thought that this is a destination for those who are looking to go on a safari trip and stay at a game reserve, think again. The capital of South Africa has much more to offer – long, scenic drives along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, delectable local delights like bobotie, braai, as well as gatsby, and more. Whatever it is, plan to spend a day at Table Mountain National Park for its multitude of trails. Hike up the spectacular Lion’s Head Mountain for views of Table Bay, or hike up one of the many other trails to view Lion’s Head Mountain from afar. Either way, you’re guaranteed breathtaking scenes.

 

4. Mumbai, India

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Chaotic streets, cave temples, outdoor bazaars, and film central: these are no doubt some of the terms that best describe Mumbai. This city, which was formerly called Bombay, lies on India’s west coast, and is the largest city in the nation. There are numerous things to see and do here – you could spend an evening at Marine Drive, and watch the sun set over the Arabian Sea. Or indulge in one of the many delicacies that the city is best known for – butter chicken, fish curry, and kebabs. If there’s one thing that you shouldn’t miss, it’s a visit to the iconic Gateway of India stone arch that sits by the Mumbai Harbour waterfront. This 20th century monument is easily one of the most stunning pieces of architecture in this city!

 

5. Adelaide, Australia 

Credits: shakira_marin

Looking for a laidback city to visit down under? Choose Adelaide if you’d like to visit markets and museums, or restaurant and bar hop. Wine lovers will also love this city as it sits at the foot of not one, but three wine regions, so visiting wineries for days on end is a possibility here. If you’d prefer to be out in nature and have young ones with you, make a trip Mount Barker for a relatively short and easy hike. Summiting this takes an hour or so, and you’ll be treated to panoramas of the surrounding areas, including Mount Lofty, as well as Bremer Valley, when you arrive at the top. Don’t forget to bring some food and drinks with you, and have a leisurely picnic at one of the tables along the trail!

 

 

Inspired to explore the road less travelled? As a KrisFlyer member, you’ll earn KrisFlyer miles when you fly on Singapore Airlines to and from these destinations. Alternatively, you can also choose to redeem your KrisFlyer miles for that eye-opening trip. 

 

Not a KrisFlyer member yet? Sign up with the promo code KF800 to enjoy 800 KrisFlyer miles as well as all that our rewards programme has to offer.