It's no surprise that in bustling urban environment of Singapore, plenty of pollutants and allergens linger in the air . Moreover, fresh out from the COVID pandemic, the idea of health and hygiene is ever a present need for everyone. Recently with Global Warming coming to the fore, we have the spectre of the haze hanging over our minds as well. With the existence of these threats, the Dyson Purifier Big+Quiet Formaldehyde emerges as a true sentinel of well-being. As a parent, I'm excited to … [Read more...]
DIY Vietnam with Kids – Da Lat Itinerary & Tips
Ever heard of Da Lat, Vietnam? If not, get ready to be captivated by a city that is authentic and effortlessly blends natural beauty with cultural charm, offering a family vacation like no other. Join us as we relive our unforgettable March school holiday adventure and share the family-friendly gems for your own travel reference! 1. Datanla New Alpine Coaster: A Thrilling Pine Forest Ride for All Ages Among our favourite activities in Da Lat is the Datanla New Alpine Coaster. … [Read more...]
Reimagine Ubin with Village Hotel Changi
As a family who loves the great outdoors , we are always on the lookout for unique and exciting staycation experiences that the whole family can enjoy. One of our top recommendations for families visiting Singapore is the Reimagine Ubin package at Village Hotel Changi where the hotel arranges an experience out at Pulau Ubin and the surrounding islands as part of the staycation. Located on the eastern coast of Singapore, Village Hotel Changi offers a rustic, serene and picturesque retreat … [Read more...]
How Ortho-K Changed My Life
Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) is a life-changing technique that has transformed our daughter, Dana's vision and her life. As parents, we have seen first-hand how Ortho-K has helped her in more ways than one, and we want to share her story to help others. Take a peek into Eyesight.sg with us. One of the most tangible benefits of Ortho-K for Dana is the freedom it provides. Before Ortho-K, she had to wear glasses all the time, which made it difficult for her to participate in sports and … [Read more...]
Review – InterContinental® Danang Sun Peninsula Resort Vietnam
When rain was a blessing, truly. We were looking forward to this stay at the InterContinental® Danang Sun Peninsula Resort as a respite from the hustle of touring Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City during our ‘epic’ DIY Vietnam trip with kids. Even though we were really looking forward to the stay, the incessant December rain had other plans for us. Little did we know that the rain, instead of being a dampener, enhanced our experience! Here’s why: Like A Hearty Home-made Soup: The … [Read more...]
Review – Disney’s FROZEN the Hit Broadway Musical
“We loved it Mommy, we wish it wouldn’t end!” This review was contributed by our eldest daughter who accompanied her brother to enjoy a musical from a Disney animation feature which like many kids her age then, grew up with - FROZEN. My parents had two tickets for Frozen the Broadway Musical, and we were debating on who should come along when they suggested that I watch it with Buddy. Before I knew it, we had braved the manic evening traffic and were seated in Sands Theatre waiting … [Read more...]
DIY Vietnam with Kids – ‘Epic’ 13 Days Itinerary & Tips
13 Days, 4 Cities: Hanoi, Da Nang, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City At the prehistoric Ha Long Bay - another UNESCO World Heritage site checked off our list with the kids. Kayaking at Ha Long Bay. A great way to enhance a family trip to Vietnam. Watch our video here. “13 days in Vietnam? What can you do there for so many days?” “Is Vietnam family-friendly?” "Is Vietnam safe for kids?" These were some of the questions we were asked when we told friends and family that we were … [Read more...]
2022 In Review – How life has changed. Or has it?
Every year end, I would invite the Hubs to pen his thoughts on the year that has passed. Here’s his review on 2022. Photo: Cozying up at Queenstown New Zealand. June 2022 We all lamented the opportunities lost when the world came to a Covid stand-still in early 2020. But what were the first few things you did when Singapore and the world started reopening? Since the passing-away of my late father 38 years ago while I was still 13, I have always lived with the … [Read more...]
Hokkaido Hotel Review – Hinode Hills Niseko Village
One of the many reasons we are delighted about the reopening of Japan’s borders is that we can share about one of the finest hotels we have stayed-in in Hokkaido: Hinode Hills Niseko Village. We will always remember the warmth and comfort we got at Hinode Hills. Part of YTL Hotel group, we stayed at Hinode Hills Niseko Village during our very last trip to Hokkaido pre-COVID in December 2019. It was newly opened then and we were among its first guests! Unfortunately, as March … [Read more...]
DIY Nagoya Japan with Kids – Itinerary and Recommendations
We have been to Japan multiple times and have covered the ‘major’ cities, including the three major amusement parks (Click here for our post on our itineraries and experiences to 16 countries including Japan). Legoland Japan, really takes the cake with some seriously good activities. On our last trip, we decided to visit Nagoya before going to Hokkaido, as we wanted to discover a new city other than Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka. We were so thrilled to find Autumn blooms at … [Read more...]
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