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Need a vacation but you’re too busy to travel?

Jaclynn Seah is The Occasional Traveller, a solo female traveller from Singapore who knows what it’s like to balance work and wanderlust. Short on time? Here are my tips and stories to help you plan your own quick getaways and be inspired to travel more.

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Latest Posts

  • How I visited Turkmenistan, one of the least visited countries in the world

    How I visited Turkmenistan, one of the least visited countries in the world

    Kicking off my Central Asia tour with one of the world’s least visited countries: Sharing my personal tips on things to do in Turkmenistan and what you need to know if you are planning a trip to Turkmenistan.

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  • Yakushima itinerary: 4 days road trip to see ancient cedars and lush nature

    Yakushima itinerary: 4 days road trip to see ancient cedars and lush nature

    How to see Yakushima in 4 days – my Yakushima itinerary covering must-see natural sights and things to do on this island that inspired the Princess Mononoke movie.

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  • Beyond Broome: Pearls and whirls on Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm in the Dampier Peninsula

    Beyond Broome: Pearls and whirls on Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm in the Dampier Peninsula

    Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm on the Dampier Peninsula is hard to get to even from Broome, but those who make the effort will be rewarded with amazing natural phenomena, insightful indigenous tales and beautiful scenery.

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About Me

Bolivia Death Road Waterfall Me

Avid Traveller

I juggle a full time job with a love for travel and use practically all my annual leave days for trips. I’m an indie solo traveller who loves going off the beaten track, just a little bit.

Japan Osaka Umeda Sky Tower Journalling

Travel Writer

I’ve written this blog since 2010 and have published many travel articles for publications including The Straits Times, Tripadvisor, Culture Trip and Skyscanner.

Singapore Tourist Guide License Me STB

Tourist Guide

I am an officially licensed Singapore tourist guide who enjoys showing off my home country and its unexpected corners to visitors when I have no time to travel.

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