'I can't afford to wait' – Singapore fans tell of the costs, joys of flying abroad to see their idols live on stage

Maria Simulescu

From sold-out arenas to far-flung festivals, concert tourism is emerging as a leading trend. As ticket prices and travel costs continue to rise, why are more fans willing to cross borders for these live experiences? For content lead Feng Ying, travel plans don't begin with flight deals or sightseeing lists. They start with a tour announcement.  This year alone, the 36-year-old has flown to 13 of her favourite K-pop group's concert stops across Asia, from Taipei and Macau to Seoul. "The last