Staycation: 5 Things to do at Village Hotel Katong

I've been really addicted to Diablo 3 again and that's what I do all day and the wife ain't all happy. Lucky for me I've planned a Staycation at Village Hotel Katong to break my addiction. (and also to make her happy) 

Now the wife is happy liao lor. I really love the decor!

Village Hotel Katong as the name suggest is located in the middle of Katong where the peranakan heritage is. I am no stranger to the place as we used to visit the area when we were teenager for internet cafe/lan gaming shop. And that's also because I stay in the east thus I actually know the place pretty well!!

Look at those Peranakan Motifs! Super Pretty and gives you the authentic feel!

I really enjoy resting during staycation. Away from the animals. We get to laze around. Sleep on comfy bed with good service in the hotel. Being greeted at different corner of the hotel. Damn shiok. But that being said it doesn't means staycation is always just about sleeping or trying to make SG50 baby. There's always more!

For those who are not staying in Singapore or in the eastern part of Singapore, here is a quick guide of the interesting activity around Village Hotel Katong! Live like a local!

5 Things To Do At Village Hotel Katong

1. Peranakan Heritage Tour

My own little Nyonya

Despite the popularity of the show Little Nyonya some years ago, we did not know the Peranakan heritage any better. Some of us always thought that the peranakan heritage is about "mix blood" in Singapore which is not true. It actually means "local born" which was something started because back in the days there were a lot of Chinese immigrate that came to Singapore. So it is some sort to differentiate the different chinese in Singapore. Loosely explain hor, don't quote me.

Look at all these pretty peranakan houses!

We were actually given vouchers by the hotel to visit this traditional shop just a stone throw away to learn more about peranakan culture, have some traditional food and even learn about dumpling making! This was really awesome because not only we had good food but also learn more about Singapore's heritage.

One of their boss, Edmund giving the wife a quick course on how to make a decent rice dumpling.

2. Hipster Photo taking 

Katong has all these nice peranakan places and interesting site for phototaking. You guys can easily find interesting spot to do your shoot for instagram or blog shop. Look at how nice this picture is with minimum props. (Ownself say nice only) This is the truly Singaporean culture now right? haha

3. FOOD FOOD FOOD!! 

The Famous KATONG LAKSA!

Nothing speaks "local" more than food. You have no idea how many types of food you can find around the area. From Katong Laksa to muslim food to beer and many more. I ate so much during the tour I almost wanted to cut open my belly so I can eat more. HAHA.

My fav Delicious Boneless Chicken Rice!!!

Indian food, Bar Food, Thai Food, Beer all at one place! 

4. KTV

KTV have always been a little hobby for us and also many other people in Singapore. So much that we got married at a KTV. There's a KTV just within walking distance and you can sing till late and go home and sleep lor! I didn't manage to visit because we were already too busy having fun around so I just reuse my wedding picture lor.  If you are interested you can always check them out at Katong Shopping Centre.

5. Squatting Around 

Not too sure if you will enjoy doing this but I recommend you try try lah hor.

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We really had a good time at VHK and I am already missing it! Eat, Drink, Sleep, Have fun and repeat! If only life is staycation daily!!!

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