Let\’s Visit Asia

July 19th, 2008

Little Jet Set: Stuff for Traveling Kids

There are a gazillion of travel websites out there for various destinations and all types of travelers, but being a mom of two little travelers, I’m glad to have stumbled into the Little Jet Set, an online shop for toys, gadgets, clothing and other gear for little jetsetters. According to their founders:
Based on our own […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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August 15th, 2007

Disney Fun Packs on Cathay Pacific Airlines

Well, the goody treats for the kids may not be that high up among the hierarchy of deciding factors for choosing airlines, but those traveling with kids on Cathay Pacific would certainly appreciate that the airline has launched a new range of Disney fun packs for most flights departing and heading to Hong Kong.

The fun […]

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May 16th, 2007

Shanghai for Kids

Is there a place for young travelers in busy Shanghai? This article form the NY Times points you where to go with the little ones in tow. Among the recommended destinations and activities are:
MagLev - a 267mph German-engineered magnetic levitation train, this ride cuts the 30 km journey from the airport to the town […]

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August 7th, 2006

Safari Family Fun Package at Amari Palm Reef Resort, Samui

Looking for a family holiday idea that’s gonna wow your kids? How about a jungle trek, a ride on an elephant’s back, monkey spotting all capped by a visit to a waterfall? Too rough? Well, not necessarily. Afterall, after all that adventure, you can go and relax in such a family duplex (photo) and rest […]

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