We always think holiday means splashing out on anything and everything while there. If you're going for a holiday to a country where you have friends or family, especially those that you don't see often, you'll find your trip is a lot more enjoyable and meaningful when you spend on experiences together rather than material things. Don't get me wrong, I treated myself to a new handbag for the new year. But I am a lot less spend thrifty during this annual trip to my motherland Malaysia - and this one has been the best Malaysian trip in a long time.