SINGAPORE, July 7 -- Singaporeans are packing their bags - and their appetites - as durian season kicks into high gear, with Members of Parliament leading the charge across the Causeway for foodie-fuelled day trips.

From the heartlands of Singapore to the durian orchards of Johor and the streets of Melaka, these trips are all about one thing: peak-season Musang King.

And yes, every itinerary comes with an all-you-can-eat durian buffet that's drawing crowds faster than you can say "smelly but heavenly".

VN Express reported that Singapore MP Ng Chee Meng recently led residents from Fernvale Community Club on a full-day foodie adventure to Johor Baru.

Kicking off bright and early at 5:30am, the group dived into a durian buffet breakfast ...