The African-themed Tusker House is where you can meet many of the most popular Disney characters while enjoying excellent food in a relaxed setting. This character meal is a Disney World must do for us. We love that the Tusker House characters don't seem rushed. There is a laid back vibe for both the characters and the diners. The characters will stay at your table for … [Read more...]
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Right royal fun in the State Rooms and Mews – Visiting Buckingham Palace for kids
Visiting Buckingham Palace for kids was so much more fun than I expected. In all David and my past visits to London we had never been there in the July to September period when the Buckingham Palace State Rooms are open. And to be honest I thought it might be a little dull. But, being the big fan of the Queen that I am, our trip to Buckingham Palace in London was an … [Read more...]
5 day Sydney itinerary for family fun – Visit the Opera House, Harbour Bridge and much more!
Immerse yourself in the relaxed life of a Sydneysider on this 5 day Sydney itinerary. Experience the spectacular Sydney Harbour from every angle, squish the sand between your toes on a vast, golden beach and snuggle up to some native animals. Why visit Sydney? Sydney is a show-off of a city. The elegant beauty of the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge never … [Read more...]
Big 4 Umina Beach caravan park – Fun family resort north of Sydney
For an easy weekend away that the kids will love, you can't beat Umina Beach caravan park. This is one of those places that EVERYONE raves about. Especially on the north side of Sydney like we are. The Big 4 Umina Beach caravan park (officially Ocean Beach Holiday Resort) is super close to Sydney - about 1.5 hours' drive north of the CBD, has a magnificent position right on … [Read more...]
Our 10 days in Orlando itinerary – Visit the theme park capital of the world!
When it is a 16 hour flight from Sydney to Dallas, plus another couple of hours from Dallas to Orlando, you need to spend a reasonable amount of time on the ground to make those killer flights worthwhile. For us that meant this 10 days in Orlando itinerary, followed by an amazing 7 night Disney cruise. We had an absolute ball in the theme park capital of the world, hitting … [Read more...]
Sydney to Wisemans Ferry drive | Play by the water on this delightful day trip
Over the hills and not far north of Sydney, the tiny hamlet of Wisemans Ferry suns itself on the banks of the Hawkesbury River. Nestled in amongst national park and almost entirely surrounded by water, this little patch of paradise is a fabulous spot for the kids to run wild while you relax. When planning your visit to Wisemans Ferry weather temperature is not important. … [Read more...]
MoMA at NGV with kids | Art-lovers’ guide to a weekend in Melbourne
The National Gallery of Victoria, or NGV, impresses with remarkable exhibitions year after year. The Van Gogh exhibition last year taught my uneducated brain so much about his art and life, the Monet exhibition previously evokes memories of vast canvases and swathes of colour. And this year's spectacular offering brings the legendary New York gallery to Melbourne in MoMA at … [Read more...]
St Martin in the Fields church in Trafalgar Square | Tranquility in the heart of London
Take a blissful break in the iconic St Martin in the Fields church. This quiet oasis in Trafalgar Square is a must see in London. From the free lunchtime concerts and superb scones at the Cafe in the Crypt, to the magnificent architecture, admirable charity work, and the atmospheric crypt, this is the perfect place to escape the city crowds. Powered by GetYourGuide. Become … [Read more...]
Best things to do in Rome with kids | A one day introduction to the Eternal City
With spectacular sights jostling each other for prime position, Rome is a city of superstars. Around every corner is a headline act designed to grab your attention. We adore Rome and have visited several times, but we recently took the kids for the first time. We had a one day stop during our Disney Mediterranean cruise and the stars aligned for a beautifully memorable day. … [Read more...]
9 tips for an amazing Disneyland Paris day trip
Visiting Paris is wonderful, but in amongst all that French art, culture, food and language, make time for some rainbow-coloured, Disney-flavoured escapism. A Disneyland Paris day trip is the perfect way to let loose. Our day trip to Disneyland Paris (DLP) was a last minute decision. We hadn't planned on going, but there was a super cheap deal (GBP 32 or about AUD 55 pp) … [Read more...]
