What is Cashback and How to Use it - OCTAPLUS!

       When I went traveling in China in 2018, I was so impressed with its cashless society and wondered how will it be like to do the same in Malaysia. So now, not only that I started using E-wallets, I am more saving-savvy now, always hunting around for new promo codes, cashback programs and so on. Today I’ll talk about the tip of the iceberg, the cashback programs, the concept that you will able to save and on top of that accumulate more “earnings” to shop more. Put your hands in the air if you like online shopping!

Search and Found: Best Facial Soap for Combination or Oily Skin?

       I am always on the look out for new facial soap to try. If you ask me is there a best facial soap in the market? I can honestly answer you that there are no such thing. There is no best facial soap in this world, only the most suitable to your skin type and lifestyle. Are you with me? Let's go. Mission today is to judge whether this facial soap is suitable for combination or oily skin.

Photos from Kiseki Japan

ARE YOU THE NEXT MISS UNIVERSE MALAYSIA 2020? -Register Online and Walk-In for the National Audition-

-Press Release-

PETALING JAYA, 15 August 2019 – Have you always dreamt of wearing a crown and sash to represent Malaysia on the international stage? Are you ready to inspire and empower other young women out there? Do you have what it takes to become the next Miss Universe Malaysia 2020?

Bangkok, Thailand: 5 days 4 nights Itinerary

       5 days 4 nights in Bangkok, what can I do? Although I feel that Bangkok deserves a week, this 5 days 4 nights Bangkok itinerary will be an eye-opener for any first-timer in Bangkok! As soon as arriving at the airport, remember to pick up a local SIM card to stay connected. You can also pre-book the BTS Skytrain Rabbit Card before your trip and pick up at the airport so that you won’t waste time queuing up tor tickets. In case, you are wondering, there is also an unlimited Skytrain pass, but it won't benefits you since Skytrain is just a part of Bangkok public transport. We will be using a combination of Skytrain, bus, boat and tuktuks.

How to go to the Great Wall of China, Mutianyu section (Visit Independently)

       People always say, "He who has never been to the Great Wall of China is not a true man". 相信许多人都知道这句中国名言：“不到长城非好汉。” so I guess no trip to China would be complete without a trip to the Great Wall of China. When I posted my photos from Mutianyu慕田峪 section of the Great Wall of China, I didn’t know it would garner so much attention. A lot of you want me to do a post on how to go to Mutianyu: the transportation, what to look out and where to get bus etc.

Shanghai, China: 5 Days 4 Nights Itinerary

       Shanghai Shanghai, often described as the city that never sleeps, made famous by the classical Mandarin Song "Ye Shanghai"… It is China’s biggest metropolis, the center of everything exciting and this 5 days 4 nights itinerary will allow you to get the most out of Shanghai in a limited time. Well no matter if you are a solo-traveler, budget traveler, luxurious traveler or a newlywed couple, if you are interested in culture, food and modern cityscape, this 5 days Shanghai itinerary is for you!

Xi'an, China: 4 days 3 nights itinerary

A phrase in China “Xi’an is the real heart of China 西安最中国” shows the historical significance of Xi an. They said, go to Shanghai and you will find a 100-year-old China; go to Beijing and you will find a 1000-year-old China; go to Xi’an and then you will find a 3000-year-old China.” I found this saying very true. After Shanghai, Beijing, and Tianjin, this is my last city in China before I head straight back to Malaysia and start my life as a junior doctor. It must be extra special, it better be, and it sure was!

China Itinerary: 3 Days in Beijing

       Last spring, I’ve spent a month in China. In that period of time, I've stayed 5 days in Beijing, you can read my itinerary (5 days in Beijing) here. However, I’ve been getting more and more inquiries on a more doable three days in Beijing itinerary as most of us aren’t able to get long leave. Although 3 days in Beijing might not seem like much, but you will have just enough time to cover the most famous sites. There is so much to see in Beijing, so many things you can do, but if you are down with only 3 days in Beijing, what will you choose to cover? You gonna see the best of Beijing. Trimmed down the fat, My choice for the best of Beijing in 3 days is as follow.

Itinerary: 1 Day in Tianjin ( the Best Daytrip from Beijing)

       Tianjin is China’s 4th national central city next to Beijing, Shanghai, Chongqing, and because it is so close to Beijing (120km away), we decided to give it a shot at impressing us in a day. Tianjin, are you ready? set go! 

Visiting JeongBang Waterfalls in Jeju Island, South Korea. What to Expect and How to Get There?

       Jeju is literally the motherland of mountains and sea. Well, I think by now, you guys are already having Mount Halla and Seongsan Illchubong in mind, that’s good, you are thinking… hah! but what else are there?
       2 words: Majestic waterfalls and today this blog post will be about Jeongbang waterfalls-- what to expect, admission fee, how to get there, what to expect and some interesting facts!