Category: Travel

Coffee, Diary of a Foodster, Food, Growing Up, Hotel, Kids Activities, Sponsored Review, Taipei, Taiwan, Travel, Vacation, Via Hotel

There’s just something about Via Hotel Ximen @ Taipei

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Nestled in the heart of 西門町 Ximending, the ‘Harajuku and Shibuya of Taipei”, is a rather unassuming boutique hotel that has much to offer her guests. Every traveller will know it is a big-must to visit 西門町 Ximending if you are travelling to Taipei. It is the source of Taiwan’s fashion, subculture, and Japanese culture. On top of it, it is also the most important consumer district in the Western District of Taipei.

Our family adventure took place over the school holidays, where our whole family was hosted by Via Hotel Ximen. We were totally blessed throughout the stay. We had such a wonderful time in 西門町 Ximending and Via Hotel Ximen played a big part in making our stay so memorable that Big and Small M keep singing praises of it till today.

Continue reading “There’s just something about Via Hotel Ximen @ Taipei” →

Growing Up, Kids Activities, KidZania Singapore, Travel

KidZania Singapore will officially open its door in April 2016

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Mark your calendar. Get ready for a better world. Yes, it’s confirmed! Since my last blog post on KidZania Singapore, it has announced it will officially open its City doors to welcome local and international guests in April 2016. Continue reading “KidZania Singapore will officially open its door in April 2016” →

East Coast Park, Growing Up, Katong, Kids Activities, Review, Travel

Imagination Playground @ Big Splash – Kaboodle Kids

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Do you know there is an “imagination playground” over at Big Splash where children can play freely and let their imagination run wild?

Kaboodle Kids is a venue where it encourages playfulness, thoughtfulness and even silliness to help physical, emotional, social and cognitive growth. Yup, there are no rules nor right or wrong. Every kid can be their own master of creativity. Foam blocks in different shapes and sizes can be used to make anything you can possibly think of.

Let’s go and check it out. Continue reading “Imagination Playground @ Big Splash – Kaboodle Kids” →

Growing Up, Kids Activities, Pets, Phuket, Travel

3D2N Phuket Travelogue – Day 2 (Part 3): Elephant Trekking

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And it was a rainy affair on our second day in Phuket. We wouldn’t allow it to dampen our plans either. Big and Small M wanted to be near to nature and going on elephant trekking seemed to be a good fit for us. Continue reading “3D2N Phuket Travelogue – Day 2 (Part 3): Elephant Trekking” →

Diary of a Foodster, Food, Phuket, Travel

3D2N Phuket Travelogue – Day 1 (Part 2): Banzaan Fresh Market

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In my previous blog on Patong Marina Hotel, you can clearly see how much fun and occupied we were over at Patong beach.

That night, we were recommended by the locals to visit Banzaan Fresh Market and off we go. Continue reading “3D2N Phuket Travelogue – Day 1 (Part 2): Banzaan Fresh Market” →

Food, Patong Marina Hotel, Phuket, Travel

3D2N Phuket Travelogue – Day 1 (Part 1): Amazing Beachfront Phuket Hotel Stay @ Patong Marina

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Phuket is our first overseas destination in the month of November. This is not our first trip to the Land of Smiles. Our visit to Kidzania Bangkok exactly a year ago is still very fresh in our minds. We had seen the most amazing landscapes, met incredibly friendly Thai people, tasted flavourful food and encountered many amazing discoveries in Thailand.

This time round, we knew in our hearts that this trip to Phuket will see us discover wonderful “gems” along the way. We unanimously agreed that we shall stay at Patong.

But why Patong?

Simple! Simply because it has the famous Patong beach, shopping attractions and great eating places.

Big and Small M were sooooo excited when they heard we will be staying at PATONG MARINA HOTEL. Continue reading “3D2N Phuket Travelogue – Day 1 (Part 1): Amazing Beachfront Phuket Hotel Stay @ Patong Marina” →

Kids Activities, KidZania Singapore, Sentosa, Travel

KidZania is Finally Coming to Singapore!

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Hold your breath. Check your heartbeat. Yes, it’s true! KidZania is finally coming to Singapore!

One of the fastest growing global edutainment brands in the world, KidZania has received more than 31 million guests around the world since its opening.

Targeting to open at end of 2015 in April 2016 , KidZania Singapore is an indoor family edutainment centre which offers an interactive learning and entertainment experience for kids in a kid-sized city, through over 80 role-play activities. Continue reading “KidZania is Finally Coming to Singapore!” →

Macau, Travel

A Visit to Macau

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Macau – I am back to this familiar land again. I would prefer to visit Macau during the winter period where the weather is more cooling. This time round my experience was more pleasant when wifi is readily available at many places. Continue reading “A Visit to Macau” →

Kulai, Travel

A Visit to Kulai

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I visited Kulai with my parents this week. Before the trip, I made a quick google to find out if there are anything special to explore. Only a distance of within 45 km from Singapore, Kulai seems to be a good fit for a one-day exploration. Continue reading “A Visit to Kulai” →

Gold Coast & Brisbane, Travel

Gold Coast | Brisbane Journal – Part 6

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God has been good to us throughout this trip. As we entered into our final day in Surfers Paradise, our itinerary was still very packed. We wanted to experience the life of Australians and get involved in their normal activities during the weekend. Something inexpensive and yet meaningful. We found ourselves visiting 2 weekend markets, beaches and a playground. Continue reading “Gold Coast | Brisbane Journal – Part 6” →