The unofficial balik kampung starter pack for Deepavali long weekend

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2025-10-08
The unofficial balik kampung starter pack for Deepavali long weekend

Credit: Silas Lundquist on Unsplash 

 

Balik kampung — two words that instantly spark joy, nostalgia, and sometimes a whole lot of chaos. As Deepavali this year brings a long weekend, Malaysians are gearing up for the great migration: highways jammed, buses sold out, and R&R stops overflowing. 

 

That’s why we’ve put together the unofficial balik kampung starter pack: part survival guide and part life hacks, with TNG eWallet features to make your journey smoother. Whether you’re catching flights, driving home or packing snacks, here’s how to get through it all with less stress and more festive cheer. 

 

  1. Secure your bus or flight tickets early
    “Dah full, boss.” The dreaded phrase when tickets run out. During the Deepavali long weekends, it’s almost guaranteed if you leave tickets to the last minute.

    Hack with TNG eWallet: 

  • Book bus tickets instantly via BusOnlineTicket, EasyBook or redBus. No queues, no last-minute panic, just a stress-free start to your journey. 

  • Fly stress-free with Travel+, Flight, Firefly, and AirTicket. Long weekend flights vanish faster than murukku at a Deepavali open house, so book as early as you can to skip the panic. 

 

  1. Keep your car road-trip ready
    If your plan is to drive, remember this golden rule: The journey is only as smooth as your car. And nothing ruins the balik kampung spirit faster than being that poor soul stuck on the shoulder, waving desperately, while everyone else zooms past honking.

    Hack     with TNG eWallet:     

  • First things first: Renew your road tax in-app. 

  • Bald tyres aren’t just an eyesore, they’re an accident waiting to happen. Replace worn tyres with Continental Tyres. 

  • Stuck with a dead battery or an empty tank? Call BateriKu directly via the app and they’ll rescue you. 

 

  1. The hangry-proof plan
    Balik kampung survival rule #1: Keep everyone fed and caffeinated. Because let’s face it, nothing tests family love faster than three hours in crawling traffic with hangry passengers in the backseat asking, “Are we there yet?” for the hundredth time.

    Hack with TNG eWallet:  

  • Order snacks and meals from foodpanda or FamiDelivery before your trip. 

  • Fuel up on drinks from ZUS Coffee, Tealive, Beutea or Gong Cha before you hit the road. 

    Don’t forget caffeine (for you) and boba (for them), all ordered straight from your eWallet and delivered right to your doorstep before the journey begins. 

 

  1. Keep your music and navigation uninterrupted
    A smooth balik kampung trip isn’t just about great playlists, it’s also about finding the fastest route when traffic hits. Whether you’re streaming Spotify or depending on Waze/Google Maps to dodge the jam, you don’t want to run out of data halfway.

    Hack with TNG eWallet:  

  • Set up auto debit payments for your subscription like Spotify or YouTube so the music never stops. 

  • Pay or top up your mobile data directly through TNG eWallet before the trip.

    Stay connected for music, maps, and updates, no buffering, no lost signals, no surprises. Your playlist stays on, and your GPS keeps you moving. 

 

  1. A little something for the folks back home
    There’s no balik kampung etiquette book, but if there was, rule #1 would be: Bring a little something home. Maybe it’s kerepek bawang for Mak, kain batik for Nenek or just a thoughtful gift to share around. It’s just a sweet way of saying, “I missed you.”

    Hack with TNG eWallet:  

  • Keep it simple. Shop on Lazada via TNG eWallet, have your treats delivered in time, and get extra cashback with Shop & Earn. It’s thoughtful, effortless, and best of all, it doesn’t break the bank to make the people you love happy.  

  • Or, to keep it digital, send a TNG eWallet Gift straight to their phones. 

 

  1. Your MVP for the balik kampung journey

    Think of TNG eWallet as your ultimate balik kampung buddy: 

  • Books your tickets (bus or flight) before they sell out 

  • Helps you shop with cashback and rewards 

  • Renews your road tax and gets your car road-trip ready 

  • Bails you out in emergencies 

  • Feeds and fuels you with snacks, meals, coffee and even boba 

  • Keeps your music and maps running with auto-debits and data top-ups 

  • Sends a little something home 

  • And handles it all in a single app

    Bonus: It’s also the only buddy who won’t complain about traffic, hog the playlist or snore in the passenger seat. 

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Balik kampung will always come with its share of hiccups, and that’s what makes it memorable. But with this unofficial starter pack (and TNG eWallet by your side), you’ll spend less time stressing and more time enjoying the ride home. And while you’re at it, don’t forget to check out the ongoing promotions on TNG eWallet to make your balik kampung prep even smoother and more rewarding. 

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