Singapore has one of the highest childhood myopia rates in the world. More worryingly, Singapore is actually top in the world for having the highest prevalence of childhood myopia in seven to nine year olds! This is somewhat attributed to our digital lifestyle habits. Myopia can be hereditary and may be passed on when these kids themselves become parents themselves one day. Education therefore is key. However, this role cannot only be performed by school teachers or by the … [Read more...]
Archives for October 2017
Changi Airport Terminal 4 – Guide For Families
How is T4 different from other terminals? Do I really need to use the FAST system? Is it for everyone? What are some tips for family-travellers with kids? This post seeks to answer some of these common questions as we welcome the opening of the new Changi Airport T4 tomorrow. The much-anticipated Terminal 4 of Singapore’s Changi Airport opens on 31 October 2017. Touted as a game-changer for airports, T4 boasts many state-of-the art facilities and amenities including self-service … [Read more...]
DIY Iceland: Self-Drive Tips
“Should we self-drive in Iceland? Or should we just follow a tour?” “How is the drive like? Is it dangerous?” “What car should I drive?” "Was it easy to self-drive in Iceland?" "Which car rental company did you rent from?" We've been receiving these queries (both on FB as well as through IG) from our readers since we shared our Iceland itinerary so I reckon it warrants a post. Brief Background: I’m a driver with a good safety record. I’ve been driving for almost 30 years … [Read more...]
Japanese Cultural Day by Sunstar
Most Singaporeans love Japan and we are no different. After travelling twice to Japan with the kids, we have grown to love the country, her people and the culture. In fact, we get never get enough of it and are returning this December! However loving and appreciating the Japanese culture goes beyond just Sashimi, Sushi and Hello Kitty. This week, there is a wonderful opportunity for Singapore families to discover part of the finer aspects of Japanese culture. Sunstar … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} Halloween Family Night Out @ Kidzania Singapore!
Give the kids a treat after the year end exams! Bring them for a very special Halloween Family Night Out at Kidzania Singapore where they get to roam and play in Kidzania Singapore after dark PLUS participate in bonus activities such as: Play an interactive game of Vampi the Vampire's Candy Forest Hunt Join immersive storytelling sessions Under The Sea or Into The Volcano Knock on spooky doors for Trick-or-Treat Search for the buried treasures of Magic Mummy … [Read more...]
WTA Finals Singapore 2017 – Watch Tennis Legends LIVE!
Fueling Passion: One of the toughest part of parenting is to discover our children’s interests and innate talents then seek out appropriate channels to develop them. From gymnastics to skiing to flying trapeze, our daughter simply loves being active. But while she likes many of the activities we expose her to, there is one sport she has shown sustained interest in. Yes, tennis. The BNP Paribas WTA Finals Singapore presented by SC Global is the most prestigious tournament in … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} SRT’s Chicken Little Musical
SRT’s The Little Company is back with an original year end musical, Chicken Little, that will get your family cluckin’ with laughter! Recommended for kids aged three and above, Chicken Little promises to be a wonderfully enjoyable and educational adventure for everyone in the family! Synopsis Life on the farm can be a scary place if you’re poor Chicken Little! Mercilessly teased by her brother and sister for her everyday fearfulness, Chicken Little’s afraid of absolutely everything - … [Read more...]
Legoland Malaysia Halloween Brick-or-Treat 2017
The annual Legoland’s Brick-or-Treat returns from now till 29 October 2017 . Here’s what we think of it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AcZvtQa6sNM A unique ‘not-so-scary’ Legoland Halloween: As a family, we do not celebrate Halloween so we tend not to get involved in anything Halloween-related so as not to instil unnecessary fear or phobia in our kids. But at Legoland Malaysia - a name that is synonymous with kids’ creativity, fun and family moments, their … [Read more...]
Discover Japan in Singapore: Japan Cultural Showcase 2017
Singaporeans love Japanese food and culture. In fact, Japan is undeniably one of the all-time most popular travel destinations among Singaporeans. Our family has been to Japan thrice and we're headed back there again this December. For all of us Japan lovers, there is a chance for us to discover more of Japan right here in Singapore! In celebration of the Singapore-Japan 50 (SJ50) anniversary, Sunstar, a company with Japanese origins, is presenting the first Japanese … [Read more...]
DIY Iceland – How to plan a self-drive Iceland holiday with kids
Summer 2017 We started dreaming of an Iceland vacation in June 2016 after we returned from our Scandinavia holiday with the kids. That trip, we travelled across Norway, Denmark and Sweden but couldn't continue on to Iceland due to work commitments. It was the only nordic country we had to miss. We promised ourselves we must return...but never did we envision it to materialise one Summer later. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nG9rg9Z9Nh0 Iceland…Unexpectedly: Most people associate … [Read more...]