The Singapore Parenting Congress 2016 is here again. If you missed last year’s event, that’s all the more you should give it a go. Parenting is a lifelong journey which we can learn and here at the Singapore Parenting Congress be ready to pick up essential tips how we can be better parents. Continue reading “Singapore Parenting Congress 2016 {Giveaway Tickets to 3 Winners!}”
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Changi Airport Terminal 1: You Should Visit This Secret Staff Canteen
We just can’t get tired of Changi Airport. Whether we are traveling or not, this place always gives us a refreshing atmosphere to chill out. Continue reading “Changi Airport Terminal 1: You Should Visit This Secret Staff Canteen”
Experience Thrills and Spills: iFly Singapore @ Sentosa
Have you ever feel the adrenaline rush to try skydiving or bungee jumping but yet fearful to attempt it? There’s is an alternative to experience ‘flying’ in a fun and safe way at iFly Singapore in Sentosa. Best part of all, it’s suitable for everyone starting from age of 7. Continue reading “Experience Thrills and Spills: iFly Singapore @ Sentosa”
Sentosa Skyline Luge and Skyride to Explore with Your Family {Giveaway 2 sets of 4-rides Family Pass!}
What to do during the school holidays? There are lots of popular and affordable activities in Sentosa for families to enjoy. This time round, we find ourselves exploring Skyline Luge and Skyride at Sentosa Beach Station.
Skyline Luge
Suitable for all ages, the Skyline Sentosa Luge will inject much fun and laughter to your day in Sentosa. Enjoy a slew of fun activities and memorable bonding time with your family as you play at the same time.
The Luge is a unique wheeled gravity ride that provides riders full control over their descent on purpose built Luge track with a distance of 1.2km.
Here we are, getting ready to embark on our adventure.
Express pass, beat the queue!
Yes, once is never enough. Big M loves the Skyline Luge 🙂
You can get to choose from the 688m Dragon Trail or the 628m Jungle Trail that are specially designed with hairpin corners, long straights and exciting slopes. Expect loads of swash buckling action!
Once is definitely not enough. When night falls, get ready for the World’s first and only night Luge experience. Flashing lights with exciting colors will paint the tracks to make your exploration extra unforgettable.
Opening Hours:
10am – 9.30pm daily all year
** Riders must be at least 110cm tall and at least 6 years old to ride on their own or otherwise will have to ride with an adult **
Skyride
Take it easy and hop onto the Skyride (4 seater chairlift) that brings you up the hill to enjoy a beautiful view of Singapore’s skyline.
This was not our first time but yet we felt it was our very first experience. That surreal we must say. Overall, we would say it is one of the best attractions in Sentosa to bring your kids to experience the thrills and spins.
** Children must be over 85cm tall and accompanied by an adult otherwise be at least 135cm tall to ride alone. Ratio of 1 adult: 2 children is required if the child is below 135cm height for Skyride **
Skyline Luge Sentosa Prices
Luge & Skyride Combo
The Skyride transports you to the top of the luge tracks, where you jump onboard and ride to the bottom of the track. “Once is never enough”
| Luge & Skyride | S$18 / Person |
| Three Luge & Skyrides | S$25 / Person |
| Five Luge & Skyrides | S$38 / Person |
| Seven Luge & Skyrides | S$41Â / Person |
| Child Doubling (children under 6 years or less then 110cm may ride in tandem with a full paying adult)Â |
S$3 per ride |
Skyline Luge Sentosa offers different package prices. Click here to book any of the below:
Luge & Skyride Combo | Family Combo Deals | Skyride Only
*Combo tickets are valid per person only, luge rides can not be shared.
Per person rate applies to ages 6 years and taller then 110cm riding solo.
Children under 110cm can ride tandem with a paying adult.
Opening Hours
10am – 9.30pm daily all year
GIVEAWAY!
Special thanks to Skyline Luge Sentosa, they are giving 2 winners, each with one set of 4-rides Family Pass:
All you need to do is:
- Like Skyline Luge Sentosa Facebook Fan Page
- Like Katong Kids Inc Facebook Fan Page
- Like Katong Kids Inc’s Instagram @ katongkidsinc
- Share this blog post of the giveaway on Facebook to as many friends!
- We will be strict and disqualify ALL fake social media accounts (eg. Facebook accounts set up purely to take part in contests with no or very few real friends).
Terms & Conditions:
1. The winner must be agreeable for his/her contact details to be provided to Katong Kids Inc & Skyline Luge Sentosa.
2. Judges’ decision is final. Closing date: 19 June 2016.
Getting to Sentosa Luge
Located between Imbiah Lookout and Siloso Beach, no matter how you arrive on Sentosa Island, you’ll find us right in the heart of things!
See inside and explore Skyline Sentosa on Google Maps.
Imbiah Lookout Entrance
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Imbiah Lookout Bus Stop Bus 1 Â & Â Bus 2 |
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Sentosa Express Imbiah Station |
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Only two minutes walk from the Singapore Cable Car Sentosa Island terminal |
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Imbiah Lookout Car Park |
Siloso Beach Entrance
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Beach Station Bus 1 Â & Â Bus 3 |
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Sentosa Express Beach Station |
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Siloso Beach Tram – Stop 1A |
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Beach Car Park |
Age and height restrictions
Skyride:
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Min. height 85cm to ride with an adult
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Min. height 135cm to ride alone
Luge:
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6yrs and 110cm or taller to ride Luge alone
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**Children under the age of 6 years can ride tandem with an adult
**Child Doubling
Children under the age of 6 years or under the minimum height of 110cm can ride in tandem with a full paying adult over the aged 16 + years.
Discovering Katong: Staycation Review @ Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong
Katong has come a long way from its early days when it was filled with coconut plantations. While these plantations have since become a story of the past, Katong has continued to thrive as a vibrant neighbourhood filled with the charm of Peranakan culture. Pre-war shophouses, colonial bungalows, hip cafes, many culinary choices and exciting hotel accommodations are what you can expect to experience in this tourist attraction.
We had our staycation at newly-opened Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong and here’s our review:
Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong
Nestled in the heart of Katong and Joo Chiat district, this 451-room Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong is newly-opened! Built to cater to value-conscious travellers who want affordable accommodation, this hotel offers a perfect respite after a busy day of exploring city.
We arrived at the hotel lobby and were served by the friendly and hospitable staff.
Visitor Information booth.
Spacious indoor area for hotel guests to chill out.
More chill out spots at the outdoors too.
Hotel Rooms
There were 4 of us and our stay was made even more pleasant with the addition of connecting room.
While the rooms are relatively smaller, we were fine with it as each room was filled with the necessities to make our stay a pleasant one.
A great night’s sleep can’t be completed without a comfortable bed. We were pleased that Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong has catered to this need nicely. Our bed was comfortable and there were choices of soft and firm pillows.
Hey, a cute little corner at the side of the bed for you to chill out 🙂
Bathroom
The bathroom was certainly clean and well-maintained. Towels and soap were sufficiently supplied. Guessed our only gripe was that iron was not found in the room.
The shower gave good pressure as well.
A wind down spot – beverage making.
It was a lovely touch by the hotel to introduce Smart TV in the rooms. While the hotel may not have a swimming pool, we were well-entertained by their Smart TV and the attractions in the vicinity.
Amenities and Facilities
Hotel Inn Express Singapore Katong offers no-frills amenities and facilities for its hotel guests. They include a fitness centre, self-service business centre, a meeting room, a laundry room, free and fast Wi-Fi, Free Express Start Breakfast or a Grab & Go option.
If you have little cravings, the hotel also offers Grab & Go option.
Free Breakfast
Good morning, let’s head to the Great Room for our free Express Start breakfast. The selection of breakfast includes carrot cake, baked beans, sausages, scrambled egg, pastries as such.
We were particularly fascinated by this beverage machine. Very cute!
Nearby Attractions
Nothing beats staying in a hotel that offers strategic convenience for everyone. Let’s take a look at what’s in store in this great location:
Take a dip in the waters and explore East Coast Park. You can read our blog on 10 kids friendly activities at Big Splash here.
Embark on an adventure in Marine Parade with heritage trail. Read our blog on exploring the Joo Chiat / Katong famous architectural attractions here.
In mood for shopping? Do you know there are no lack of shopping centres in Katong. Read our blog on 12 shopping centres that shape Katong here.
Feeling hungry? Too many dining spots to recommend in Katong. Read our blog on a highly-recommended cafe by the name of Streets of London located at Katong Point which you might want to try out here.
Many Attractions, A Great Place to Stay
Styled with understated elegance, cosiness and affordability, Holiday Inn Express Singapore Katong is here to offer you a totally fulfilling experience.
If we enjoyed our stay here, so will you!
Address: 88 East Coast Road, Katong, Singapore 423371
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Beat the Heat – Indoor Rock Climbing @ Climb Central
Never did we imagine we would do rock climbing together as a family. Now that school exams are over, it is timely for us to explore Climb Central at Kallang Wave Mall. We have passed by Climb Central on several occasions and every time, climbers of all skill levels and ages would spend their weekends “conquering” the obstacles. Continue reading “Beat the Heat – Indoor Rock Climbing @ Climb Central”
Play, Eat, Fun @ Mint Museum of Toys {Giveaway Admission Tickets for 8!}
We paid a visit to Mint Museum of Toys recently and had one of our most surreal experiences ever. Imagine being teleported back to our childhood days, surrounded by an amazing array of more than 50,000 pieces of vintage toys and childhood memorabilia, 8,000 of which are on display at the museum. You will be amazed to know they came from more than 40 countries, including Singapore, Germany, Japan, United Kingdom, the United States, and even Bulgaria.
Journey Back to Childhood
Sights and colors relating to cartoon characters greeted us when we stepped into the hallway of Mint Museum of Toys. The ambience exhibited an atmosphere of coziness and we knew we were in for a good treat. Literally.
We were hosted by a friendly staff who shared enthusiastically with us about Mint Museum of Toys and the toy exhibits that we could expect to discover here. Here we are, all ready to embark into our journey of discovery.
A Magical Story Behind Each Level
Hey, every level of the Mint Museum of Toys exhibits a different theme. We come to know they are called Collectables (Level 2), Childhood Favorites (Level 3), Characters (Level 4) and Outer Space (Level 5). We are sure you are going to love them! To know the story behind the toys of these levels, click here.
There is definitely room for a game of hopscotch 🙂
Every Toy Tells a Different Story
These vintage toys look so real. How we wish we can bring them back home! Looking at their manufactured dates and price tags, we realize the Mint Museum of Toys definitely has one of the finest private collections of toys.
Get ready for pictures galore here. Let’s go …
Mint Museum of Toys’ unique collection is valued at over S$5 million, and originates from more than 40 countries. These include Disneyana toys and memorabilia; Character toys such as Astroboy, Batman, and Popeye, Pre-war Japanese toys and Tintin collectables, amongst others. More than half of the collection was found in Singapore and can be regarded as part of Singapore’s heritage.
We come, we snap and collected back lots of memories. Finally, we get our chances to relive our childhood again.
The admission charges are affordable as well.
June Holiday Programme 2016
Mint Museum of Toys has organized a range of workshops during MINT Carnival (28 May to 26 June 2016) to keep your little ones occupied. This June Holidays, join in for one of the museum’s many hands-on workshops happening here at MINT Museum of toys. Learn a new skill and get to bring home your very own hand-made toy. From Robot Clay Art to Build A Kaleidoscope, there’s something for everyone!
So what are you waiting for, sign up for these workshops now!
For more information, please write to register@emint.com or call 63390660.
For advanced registration, fill up our online form
Mint Museum of Toys also has a gift shop at the entrance dedicated for our little ones. We bought some old school childhood games back home as well 🙂
Feeling hungry? Hop onto Mr Punch Public House to satisfy your hunger pangs.
Check Out This Flea Market @ Capitol Piazza – Makers’ Market
If you are thinking where to go during the weekends, there’s a Makers’ Market at Singapore’s latest luxury shopping mall, Capitol Piazza for you to explore this month. Imagine stepping out of City Hall MRT station to find a flea market right at your doorstep. How convenient can it be?
I love the idea of morphing the Makers’ Market as it creates the space for aspiring entrepreneurs to showcase their creativity and sell their broad range of products here.
Ease into your day with a jaunt through the Makers’ Market to find craft, design, food, fashion and other inexpensive goods.
Makers’ Market is an event for everyone, including families and of cos, little ones 🙂
Be spoiled for choice with the vast array of exclusive and unique artisanal goods available exclusively at Makers’ Market!
This May, take a stroll at the Makers’ Market and give your support. It is one of the best places to get your hands on fashion bargains!
The only merchandises that will be allowed at Makers’ Market:
– Local fashion labels (Self-designed)
– Handmade crafts & jewellery
– Vintage collectible
– Selected artisanal pastries and bakeries
– Personally produced music
– Original art or reproduction of your original work
– Antique or repurposed furniture
– Other original creations and productions
– Only brand new products are allowed
Makers’ Market at Capitol Piazza – May
Capitol Piazza (Outdoor Plaza)
11 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178884
27 May 2016 (Friday)
3:00pm to 9:00pm
28 and 29 May 2016 (Saturday and Sunday)
1:00pm to 9:00pm
Capitol Piazza (Outdoor Plaza)
11 Stamford Rd, Singapore 178884
27 May 2016 (Friday)
3:00pm to 9:00pm
28 and 29 May 2016 (Saturday and Sunday)
1:00pm to 9:00pm
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Parents World Junior Chef 2016 @ I12 Katong
Parents World Junior Chef 2016
Friends who know me well, knows that I will always try to ‘Spice Up” my girls’ school holidays.. To kick start the March holidays we went for Breakfast Bonanza, playdate with friends at Kids Fiesta 2016, movie cum dinner date ‘Zootopia’, be Mini bosses at Sentosa KidZ Flea and on the very last day of holiday (Sunday, 20 Mar) we end it off with a Blast at Parents World Junior Chef 2016. WOOHOO.. Continue reading “Parents World Junior Chef 2016 @ I12 Katong”
Eat, Drink, Plunge @ Sandbank East Coast Park {Giveaway Buffet Breakfast for 4!}
If you are cracking your brain to decide where to bring your family over the weekends, this blog might give you one of the best recommendations – SandBank Restaurant @ East Coast Park!
Continue reading “Eat, Drink, Plunge @ Sandbank East Coast Park {Giveaway Buffet Breakfast for 4!}”
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