10 CHEAP AND AMAZING VACATION DESTINATIONS AROUND THE WORLD

Not sure whether I'ld say that these places are cheap but they are definitely worth going! LOL! Definitely in my must go list! 

10 CHEAP AND AMAZING VACATION DESTINATIONS AROUND THE WORLD

#10 – Bali

Cheap vacation in paradise!

Vacation in Indonesia, and Bali in particular is cheaper than you could imagine. A luxurious 4-star hotel will cost you about 50 dollars. If you plan spending most of the time at the beach and luxurious hotel suite is not your main concern, you can find a decent hotel for only 20 bucks.

#9 – Vietnam

Just look at this beach! Isn’t it gorgeous?

Vietnam has lots of paradise-like places where you can spend an unforgettable vacation. You can have a nice suite in a bed and breakfast hotel for 15 dollars per night. Street vendors offer cheap and delicious meals that will cost you about 1 dollar.

#8 – Peru

The best beaches are in Peru!

Food and hotels are extremely cheap in Peru. Thus, you can stay on a hotel for less than 10 bucks per night. Taxi is also very cheap and you can get from one place to another for just a few dollars. Why paying more?

#7 – Mexico

Spend less, buy more!

Currency exchange rates make your dollar worth a lot in this country. Mexico is one of the cheapest vacation destinations, where you can find bed and breakfast hotels for only 10 dollars per night. Other services and products are also low-priced.

#6 – Romania

A trip to Europe can be cheap!

Vacation in most European countries is not a cheap treat. But if you dream of visiting Europe, start with Romania. This country has lots of historical places. You will have unforgettable time exploring music festivals and medieval architecture. A hotel in this country will cost about $15-$30 per night. Do not forget trying local cuisine – it is delicious and cheap!

#5 – Guatemala

Explore Guatemala for cheap!

Guatemala offers tourists comfortable hotels which cost as little as 7 bucks per night and luxurious resorts that cost from 40 dollars per night. If you are fond of active vacation and like exploring new places, you can travel around the town on small boats. Such boat trips will cost $1-$4.

#4 – Morocco

Morocco will not leave you indifferent!

A good hotel, with a breakfast, all-day tea and free Wi-Fi will cost you about 25 dollars per night. Morocco is an ideal place for shopaholics and cheap goods hunters. Local markets are loaded with quality and cheap goods, including ceramics, spices and cell phones.

#3 – Iceland

Iceland is not just snow and ice!

Iceland is a home of breathtaking landscapes. It offers tourists amazing scenery with numerous waterfalls, lava fields and geysers, which you can view absolutely for free. A night in a comfortable hotel with all modern conveniences will cost from 30 to 40 dollars.

#2 – Laos

Laos offers cheap and quiet rest.

Laos is the best vacation destination for those who want to relax. Just imagine, you can have a room in a hotel for just 10 bucks. A usual meal will cost you one dollar. A dinner in a luxurious restaurant will cost $20 per person. And do not forget about massage that costs around 6 dollars.

#1 – Cambodia

White sand, clear water and cheap services. What can be better?

A day in a city hotel will cost you about 10 dollars. Restaurants are also cheap. Thus, a group of five people can have a substantial meal for only 20 dollars.

Biased and unprofessional? I guess in this case, I'm ok with that

I guess it is true what they say that you will have a different perspective of life once you are a mother. In my case it started when I was pregnant. Having to go through all the pregnancy sickness, we put aside our vanity and think more about the health of our fetus. It's like when we go in and out of the toilet, not once came in our mind that your baby is a nuisance to you. Unconditional love comes naturally that you wouldn't mind dying for someone you've never met. From there, you can know how much your mother loves you. Going through childbirth makes me appreciate my mother even more. I remembered scolding my husband a lot and wouldn't stop telling my mom how much I love her as I endured labor pain. The whole experience makes me even more defensive towards my mom that I've decided to remove a particular person from my life for saying awful things about my mother. I'm quite certain that my mother, just like any other human being, is flawed but I don't appreciate it when the particular person brings up my mom as a bad choice of caterer for providing insufficient food. Not especially when my mom bought a few pieces of the person's frozen food in support of her business without thinking twice. When comfronted on the matter, the person says that it was the waiter's fault. If it were so, my mother brought up as the person who provided insufficient food and as a result, embarassment was incurred and the family's image is tarnished. They always say that it doesn't matter what happens to you. What matters is how you respond. I've always been straight forward and I'm not the kind to put on a kind face even if I do not like/agree to a person. If you have a business you would know that managing a business can be tough but our main concern at Katie Kitchen is to provide the best service we can according to our customer's concern and budget. Professional or not, I can't help being biased towards my mom. Yes, she is flawed and we do have disagreements. On some days she can be the most annoying person on earth who keeps testing my patience. But should anything happen, InsyaAllah I will be there for ger. After all, she is my gift from God, the first person to love me unconditionally and only have my best interest at heart. Someone should protect her too just as how she cared for me. 

One of the Best Outing

This is one of the best outing in my life. It was a very interesting experience that was a fun-filled adventure. I miss every single bit of it! 

Zara's First Passport

Zara just had her passport done today! Big yeay! Ok, lets go to Singapore! *Hubster practically ignored me* Well, there's no harm in dreaming, right? Haha! We've so many trips planned out this year just to attend weddings. Heading to Kuching in March, Miri and Brunei in April and Australia in November! Maybe another short trip to Singapore in May wouldn't hurt. Hmmmmm *calculating the costs considering that we're starting our Wayne Manor Project soon* .. Haha!!!   If you are planning to make a passport for your kid, I would really recommend going to Hartamas. Since there aren't many people there and there's a priority for children under 2, we had ours settled in no time. Zara is just 5 months and all ready to be a jet setter! Now, all I need to get is one of those cute Hello Kitty luggage bag for her... Hihi! 

One of the Sweetest Bride Entrance

Stuck Up?

Some would say that I am Stuck Up. Well, yes, there are times when I don't say as much as others nor do I easily give compliments. No, I'm not the kind of person who would keep on complimenting nor entertain a person just because that person is somebody or I might benefit from the relationship. I'm only kind if I want to. No, I am not Stuck Up. I just don't Suck Up. 😊

Happy Chinese New Year!!!

Born in a multi-racial country, it is not a surprise that we have the tendency to celebrate every single celebration there is. As a result, there is always something exciting to look forward to. This time around, we're going oriental to celebrate Chinese New Year. Kalau dah ada darah cina tu, maka it will automatically be in our culture. (FYI, my late grandmother is a chinese adopted by a malay family).  Although I do not know how to speak chinese, I was raised with the tradition of eating Yee Sang, Family Gathering and all that stuff during the new year celebration. 

This year, we are welcoming the year of the Wood Horse!

 

Like a typical Chinese, I went over the fengshui site to check out my horoscope. (Chillax People! I know my part as a muslim. However, reading all this is just for fun!). Here is what it says....

OVERALL: The Wood Horse energy of 2014 is considered to be very good for the Ox. There will be success in career, but care should be taken not to take on too many professional responsibilities. The areas of wealth/money, as well as love relationships are also better than last year. Health-wise, care should be taken, especially while traveling.

WEALTH & CAREER: Work with feng shui cures for career success, as well as the wealth & money cures that most appeal to you.

LOVE: 2014 is a better year for love energy in your life, but there are still challenges. Working on trust and openness issues seems to be an on-going issue with Ox people, and 2014 will give you plenty of opportunities to do just that! Symbols of protection and strength energy that come in pairs, such as the Chi Lin or the Fu Dogs, can help you this year. And, of course, a good feng shui bedroom is a must!

HEALTH: Your health might go through many ups and downs this year, which makes it important to apply specific feng shui health tips in your home and office. Be mindful about monitoring your energy levels and create a home environment that is nurturing of your birth feng shui element. The Wu Lou feng shui symbol is highly recommended to Ox people in 2014, be especially as a personal amulet that you can keep with you.

PERSONAL FENG SHUI: In 2014 the focus is to strengthen the energy of calm and protection around you, which can be helped by wearing specific feng shui crystals in jewelry or as feng shui amulets. Symbols such as Pi Yao and Wu Lou (mentioned above), or your own Chinese zodiac sign can be easily incorporated in items such as a bracelet, a key chain or a pendant.

Stay open and be comfortable with trusting others, take good care of your health and you might enjoy a beautiful 2014 full of opportunities!

Looks like a good year for Me! Woohoo!!!!! Haha!!!!

A glimpse of me in Cheongsam during CNY Celebration in the Office.

So my Fortune Cookie says... "Change your thoughts and you change the world"... Meh! A lil too general, right? Hahaha!!!!!

Happy Chinese New Year!! Wishing everyone good health and prosperity!