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Let’s Visit Asia

Archive for the ‘Family Destinations in Asia’ Category

April 26th, 2008

Traveling Mamas

With Mother’s Day just around the corner, here’s a travel blog dedicated for you moms out there: the Traveling Mamas.

Being a mama myself (2nd time, soon!), I know how traveling can be challenging, cumbersome at times, when you have one or more children in tow. Trips need a bit more planning, and if you […]

By Ruth -- 1 comment

March 6th, 2008

Mia Moda Cielo Travel Stroller

I’m currently trolling the web for stroller reviews as I need to get one soon. I need a compact and lightweight one, something that would be convenient to bring even when taking public transport.
Quinny. Bugaboo. Stokke. Really sleek and cool. But quite pricey, too. A wallet-friendly alternative? The Mia Moda Cielo.
The Cielo baby stroller is […]

By Ruth -- 2 comments

January 8th, 2008

Chinese New Year in Disneyland Hong Kong

2008 is the Year of the Rat. In Disneyland, they call it Year of the Mouse. Cute, eh?

Mickey is the star in this year’s Chinese New Year celebratios at Disneyland Hong Kong which will run from Jan 22 to Feb 24, 2008. Get to see Mickey and friends dressed up in CNY outfits and do […]

By Ruth -- 3 comments

December 27th, 2007

Child harness for Air Travel

A perpetual concern among parents traveling with kids by air is safety on the plane. It used to be that, during take-off and landing, toddlers are given a shorter belt which are then linked to your own (child sits on your lap), but this has since been debunked as it was considered to be less […]

By Ruth -- 0 comments

December 23rd, 2007

German Christmas Market in Tokyo

If you can’t travel all the way to Europe, you can get experience a German-style Christmas market at Roppongi Hills.

From traditional German Christmas pyramids, to Käthe Wohlfahrt gifts and trinkets, to Christmas fare such as stollen, gluehwein (mulled wine) and bratwurst — German tradition, right in the heart of Tokyo.
Tags: Asia, asia-destination, asia-hotels, asia-travel, […]

By Ruth -- 1 comment

December 5th, 2007

Hong Kong Experiences (Video)

I love this promotional video from the Hong KongTourism Board, not just because it showcases the best places and events one can experience in Hong Kong, but also because it offers a fresh approach compared to the usual tourism videos. Whether you’re in Hong Kong for business, shopping, or sight-seeing with the family, you’ll surely […]

By Ruth -- 2 comments

December 4th, 2007

Singapore for Kids

I came across an excellent article on family travel enumerating some of Singapore’s attractions for kids: The Hippo and Duck Tours (city tours), balloon ride, Singapore Zoo (You might want to do the Night Safari, too for a nocturnal encounter with the animals), Bird Park and Botanical Gardens.
If you’re staying in Singapore longer and you’ve […]

By Ruth -- 2 comments

November 13th, 2007

Global Fun Carnival in Pasay City, Philippines

Thrill rides is your thing? Here’s a fun place for the family to see next time you’re in Manila: The Global Fun Carnival at the Mall of Asia in Pasay City.

Until Jan 15, 2008, admission fees are just 100 pesos (about $2.35), with ride-all-you-can tickets pegged at P250 to 300. See Sherra’s pics and comments […]

By Ruth -- 22 comments

October 18th, 2007

Laguna Phuket Holiday Residences

Looking for home-like accommodations in Phuket? Here’s something for you:

The Laguna Phuket has launched the Laguna Phuket Holiday Residences, an alternative private villa option to the six deluxe hotels within the destination resort. These detached luxury villas are perfect for families and those wanting to spend their holidays enjoying both the familiar comforts of home […]

By Ruth -- 0 comments

September 29th, 2007

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong

Wax images of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt are the latest addition to the collection of the glamorous wax figures at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong.

Meet them, and your other favorite Hollywood stars at Mdme Tussauds, and even have your pics taken with them. Kids born in the year 2007 get to enter free!
Tags: angelina-jolie, Asia, […]

By Ruth -- 0 comments

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