Cuti-Cuti Malaysia: How to travel on a budget

Yin Rong Hii
Yin Rong Hii

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Often find yourself scrolling through your social feed, daydreaming about faraway lands, inspiring photography and life-changing adventure? Then you wake up and check your bank balance…dammit. To travel on a budget is a daunting thing to many people, and unfortunately can deter some would-be wanderers from experiencing the unique Malaysia. To help you get the most out of your journey, here are some tips on how to save more when travelling during this Cuti-Cuti Malaysia season:


1. Georgetown, Penang


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Penang is one of the best holiday destinations in Malaysia. You can find good food, heritage buildings, Chinese temples, museum and street art. Penang’s capital, Georgetown, has even been listed as UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site! How cool is that? There are countless of fun-filled activities in Penang that you can do during your trip.


By using ShopBack to book on Travelog, these is how much you can save and pay the very minimum on each of the attractions and hotels:


1.Asia Comic Cultural Museum Penang

  • Original Price: RM15
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 30% (RM10.50 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog from ShopBack: 3.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM10.10


2.ESCAPE Adventureplay Theme Park

  • Original Price: RM136
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 14% (RM117 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog from ShopBack: 3.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM112.90


Hotels:

1.Grand Orient Hotel with Waterpark Package

  • Original Price: RM230
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 13% (RM199 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog from ShopBack: 1.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM196


2.Vangohh Premier Hotel

  • Original Price: RM1060
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 77% (RM243.80 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog from ShopBack: 1.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM240.10


2. Kuala Lumpur


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Kuala Lumpur, home to a huge variety of attractions for you to choose from, ranging from the more traditional to the more modern depending on your tastes. There are temples and mosques to reflect the diversity of the city, spectacular futuristic towers and skyscrapers, local markets and street food, and just about anything else you can imagine. Furthermore, for those of you who did not fancy a long road trip, KL is the best place for you to go!


By using ShopBack to book on Travelog, these is how much you can save and pay the very minimum on each of the attractions and hotels:


1.Aquaria KLCC

  • Original Price: RM49
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 35% (RM32 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog from ShopBack: 3.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM30.90


2.The Rift Playland

  • Original Price: RM68
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 25% (RM51 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog from ShopBack: 3.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM49.20


Hotels:

1.Riccarton Capsule Hotel

  • Original Price: RM75
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 47% (RM40 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog from ShopBack: 1.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM39.40


2.Verdant Hill Hotel

  • Original Price: RM317
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 34% (RM209 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog from ShopBack: 1.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM205.90


3. Johor Bahru, Johor


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Johor Bahru or JB as some local folks call it, is the capital city of the Johorean state. The most southern state in Malaysia is home to many jaw-dropping attractions and tasty local food that leaves you wanting more.


By using ShopBack to book on Travelog, these is how much you can save and pay the very minimum on each of the attractions and hotels:


1.Angry Birds Activity Park

  • Original Price: RM75
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 40% (RM45 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog.com from ShopBack: 3.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM43.40


2.Musical Circus

  • Original Price: RM40
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 15% (RM34 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog.com from ShopBack: 3.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM32.80


Hotels:

1.Legoland Hotel Package

  • Original Price: RM1405
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 34% (RM929 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog.com from ShopBack: 1.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM915.10


2.KSL Hotel & Resort

  • Original Price: RM249
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog.com from ShopBack: 1.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM245.30


4. Kota Kinabalu, Sabah


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Located on the island of Borneo, Sabah is the second largest state in Malaysia. The capital of Sabah, Kota Kinabalu is Sabah’s premier holiday destination. Enjoy the historic sites and museums, the wonderful culture of the indigenous people as well as the lofty Gunung Kinabalu. For those who want to plan an adventurous holiday, KK is a must visit place for you.

By using ShopBack to book on Travelog, these is how much you can save and pay the very minimum on each of the attractions and hotels:


1.White Water Rafting with Meal Packages

  • Original Price: RM240
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 30% (RM169 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog.com from ShopBack: 3.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM163.10


2.Mari Mari Cultural Village

  • Original Price: RM180
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 56% (RM79 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog.com from ShopBack: 3.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM76.20


Hotels:

1.Mount Kinabalu Holiday Camp 2D1N Package

  • Original Price: RM1000
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 30% (RM699 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog.com from ShopBack: 1.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM688.50


2.Tempurong Golden Beach Resort

  • Original Price: RM210
  • Discount on Travelog.com: 12% (RM185 after discount)
  • Cashback when you buy at Travelog.com from ShopBack: 1.5%
  • Final Price after Cashback: RM182.20


Using Travelog and ShopBack together for your travel booking will help you to save more money. Get the most out of your journey. Book now and enjoy to earn up to 70% discount! Don't forget to look good during your trip. Get your beauty essentials or travel kits from Hermo or Sephora with up to 6% Cashback on ShopBack!


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