I've been wanting to share this post for a while, phase two of covid-19 in Singapore has meant a lot more time ferrying the kids around and a bit less 'me-time' or writing time. But today is an uncharacteristically rainy day, so I've put a cardigan on (this only happens twice a year here in …
Laos has been on our travel list since we got to Singapore, to be honest I'd never heard about this country before, which is nestled in-between Thailand, Vietnam and just above Cambodia. Pronounced like l-ow as in cow, you leave the 's' off. We're still hoping to do a weekend trip here in the next …
Continue reading Travel // Journey to… Laos with Dom Smith {2020}
Discover 5 stunning islands, with their own personalities and experiences that can’t be matched anywhere else, which are close to nature, animals and the sea. Resorts that are impressively trying to reduce their carbon footprints and their impact on the world for the better.
Having now been to Penang I'd have for sure visited earlier as it has so much to offer. Great for those who like to eat good food, wander around and soak up the atmosphere plus there is plenty to keep the kids entertained.
Nikoi Island Resort is well set up for families, our kiddos say that kids club was their favourite part of the holiday. They basically spent all-day making woodwork spears, arrows, shields, catapults and even a sailing boat. Check out this Nikoi Island Review...
Hanoi is a real shock to the system, it's noisy, chaotic and can be a maze to get around. From the crazy moped drivers to the constant honking of horns. But it has a real charm to it once you adjust and there are some lovely gems to be discovered. You'll even master crossing the …
Continue reading Travel // Vietnam [Part One – 5 Things to Experience in Hanoi] {August 2019}
Not many people know this (myself included before we moved here) but Singapore is actually the perfect base for some relaxing island hopping holidays. There are 100s of beautiful islands which can be reached by boat from this city island. We've been lucky enough to escape to a few of them but there are lots …
Now that we live in Singapore we feel a bit removed from nature. Everything here is so clean and pristine. Back in the UK we would pack up our bell tent, fairy lights and all our accessories (my husband would complain but it's got to look right, haha) and head off at a moments notice …
Parents coming to stay? Not sure where to take them this time? Already exhausted your fail proof list; including Marina Bay Sands, The Night Zoo and everything in between. Yes I've been there, especially as my parents come with a long list of demands including... a little culture, air-con is a bonus, not too far …
Continue reading Travel // 17 Things to Do in Singapore when your Parents are Visiting {2019}
Back in England our weekends would be filled with walks in the muddy British countryside. The wellies would always be ready and waiting in the boot room for their next adventure. One thing I've noticed about kids in Singapore is that they just don't get muddy. Our shoes are always clean. So on the bank …
Continue reading Travel // Getting Muddy at Bollywood Veggies, Kranji Countryside, Singapore {2019}
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