Expressway toll: RM200 TikToker shares the story of ‘Malaysia Boleh, Singaporeans Sometimes Really Dam Boh’

Singaporeans and Malaysians: A Hilarious Travel Tale

On a recent TikTok post, Singaporean content creator Nicole Liel shared a funny yet relatable story about the quirks of traveling with fellow Singaporeans in Malaysia. Her commentary on how both Singaporeans and Malaysians can sometimes be a bit “bodoh” (silly) struck a chord with many.

A Malacca Misadventure

Nicole recounted a trip to Malacca with journalists from The Straits Times. The group had rented cars but almost fell victim to a scam. While she had never personally faced such issues, she always prepares for the worst when traveling.

Many Singaporeans have heard tales of their friends being conned in Malaysia or losing their belongings. Nicole shared a humorous incident where the group confidently approached the gantry on the Malaysian expressway, only to realize they forgot their Touch ‘n Go cards. “***, forgot Touch ‘n Go lah,” they all exclaimed, looking at each other in disbelief.

Creative Problem-Solving

Describing herself as the “problem-solving content creator,” Nicole suggested borrowing a Touch ‘n Go card from the car behind them. Thankfully, the driver obliged, allowing them to pass the gantry without a hitch. However, more surprises awaited them.

Nicole’s travel companion handed over RM200 (about $59) to pay the toll. She initially thought he was just sharing the toll cost, but it turned out to be a lot more than she expected. “In my head, I was like RM200 for Malaysia’s equivalent of an ERP?” she laughed. The thought of Malaysian chicken farmers having to pay RM1,000 daily to cross multiple tolls was mind-boggling.

A Comedic Realization

Things took a turn when another group member claimed the toll was only “$50,” which still felt excessive. Nicole had mistakenly believed the balance on the screen was from the previous car, prompting one of the men to rush back to retrieve RM150.

As the chaos unfolded, Nicole found herself stamping her injured foot, while her brother backed off, adding to the comedic scene.

Ultimately, they discovered that the actual toll was just RM4.60. “Just pay it. It’s not that much,” Nicole exclaimed, exasperated.

Lessons Learned

“This isn’t just a Malaysian issue,” Rajesh chimed in. “It’s Singaporeans who are robbing us of our own money!” Nicole noted that the driver behind them was likely Malaysian and was driving at a leisurely pace, which was slower than the usual Malaysian standards.

TikTok users praised the Malaysian driver’s kindness, sharing their own stories of how helpful Malaysians can be when Singaporeans travel through the country.

Nicole clarified that she wasn’t responsible for her travel companions’ actions, but her story serves as a light-hearted reminder for Singaporeans to be more cautious when traveling abroad.

Conclusion

This amusing tale resonates with many Singaporeans, highlighting the importance of being prepared while traveling. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the most memorable trips come with unexpected twists and a good dose of laughter.

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