After a five-year hiatus, we found ourselves back in Japan to celebrate our 25th Wedding Anniversary. We decided to avoid the bustling cities of Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka (in Honshu) and embarked on an 8-day, 7-night self-drive, free and easy adventure across the tranquil landscapes of Kyushu which took us through Nagasaki 長崎, Kumamoto 熊本, Mount Aso 阿蘇火山, Yanagawa 柳川, Itoshima 糸島, and Fukuoka 博多. We enjoyed the casual vibes of Kyushu while taking-in the splendour of nature. We will … [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 … [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...]
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...]
11D New Zealand South Island Self-Drive Itinerary (Winter 2022)
New Zealand, better known as 'Middle Earth' and the land of the long white cloud. A country so rich with wildlife and out-of-this-world post-card scenery. It made us wonder why it took us so long to visit New Zealand. But we finally did! We chose to travel during early winter (June) to avoid the summer crowd when we hear it can get really busy! NZ is one of the countries who managed the COVID pandemic situations very well hence we were very assured that it is safe to visit with our children. … [Read more...]
DIY Northern Lights in Finland with Kids (7D6N in Lapland)
We typically end our trips with a blog post. This trip was in Dec 2018 and we didn't want it to 'end'. But alas, all good things do. So here it is, sharing our experience how we caught the Aurora Borealis with the kids who were then 10 and 4 years old respectively. *Lapland is Finland’s northernmost region, a sparsely populated area bordering Sweden, Norway, Russia and the Baltic Sea. It’s known for its vast subarctic wilderness, ski resorts and natural phenomena including the midnight sun … [Read more...]
Hello 2019 – 10 Lessons from a ‘Shitty’ 2018
Pardon the French, but 2018 had been just that kind of a year for the hubby as well. While I was going through my own health issues, the husband has been having his own too. Sometimes the 'pillar' of our lives who support us silently from the sides, have their own struggles which they may not be so ready to share...until being asked. So this is for all the husbands out there...from mine: HELL of a Year “There’s 40% chance it could be prostate cancer.” my urologist muttered … [Read more...]
Hoshino Resorts TOMAMU, Hokkaido 星野リゾート トマム
Hokkaido, Japan boasts one of the world’s best snows in the world! Skiers come from all over the world to experience the pristine ‘Jap Pow – Japanese powder snow every winter. Families too, are drawn to Hokkaido for its amazing scenery and gourmet food. However, not many know that Hokkaido has more to offer than just snow sports. Our recent 4D3N stay at Hoshino Resorts TOMAMU – a popular family resort shows how diverse and memorable a winter vacation in Hokkaido can be. From learning … [Read more...]
WhereTo Eat in Niseko, Hokkaido
In 2016 December (yes Winter), we did our very first free and easy, self-drive trip to Hokkaido with 2 young kids (age 8.5 and 2.5 years old)). As it’s a DIY trip, knowing where to get food is important. Moreover as it’s Winter, where to get WARM cooked food is even more critical. Unlike Singapore, eateries in Niseko are not located near each other and one has to sometimes brave sub-zero temperatures to drive/catch a shuttle bus/walk there. Some eateries require reservations while others … [Read more...]
Hokkaido: The Complete DIY Itinerary
Creating Unique Core Memories: We believe in travelling together as a family because of the global exposure it provides for ourselves and the kids. Despite the hassle and costs involved in travelling with children, many of these can be mitigated through early, careful holiday planning. We’ve travelled the world with our daughter since she was 7 months old and she's since gained a travel buddy in her brother three years ago. We’ve heard so much about the powdery snow in Hokkaido; … [Read more...]
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