Ho Chi Minh City is loud, busy, chaotic — and absolutely fascinating. We spent several weeks in Vietnam as part of our family gap year, and Ho Chi Minh City (still often called Saigon) was one of the places we were most unsure about visiting with kids. It’s big, hectic, and intense in a way…
After spending several weeks travelling through Borneo with our kids, across both Sabah and Sarawak, one thing became very clear: this part of the world offers some of the best wildlife and nature experiences anywhere on the planet. And while Borneo might sound wild, remote, and difficult to navigate with children, the reality surprised us….
Planning a trip to Borneo with kids and wondering where to stay? In this Shangri La Rasa Ria review, I’m sharing our honest experience staying at one of Sabah’s most talked-about resorts — and whether it truly deserves its reputation as the best family hotel in Borneo. We stayed at the Shangri La Rasa Ria…
Costa Rica is one of those destinations that sounds perfect for families — rainforest, wildlife, volcanoes, adventure — until you actually start planning and realise just how many tours, parks, and “must-do” experiences there are. After travelling extensively around Costa Rica with our kids, one thing became very clear: you can’t do everything, especially if…
Ziplining in Costa Rica had been on our family bucket list for years — and once we finally planned several weeks traveling the country as part of our family gap year, there was no question that we were going to make sure we made it happen. With two adventurous boys who actively seek out adrenaline…
La Fortuna was one of our absolute favourite stops during our family gap year in Costa Rica. We spent several weeks travelling the country with our kids, and La Fortuna really stood out as the place where you can pack in so many of Costa Rica’s most iconic experiences — wildlife, volcanoes, jungle, adventure activities,…
Planning to swim with dolphins in Bali is one of those experiences that sounds magical — but also raises a lot of questions for parents. Is it ethical?Is it safe for kids?Is it worth the early start?And what is it actually like once you’re out on the water? We did this experience while living in…
Planning a trip to Komodo National Park with kids is one of those ideas that feels equal parts exciting and slightly terrifying. Komodo dragons, remote islands, overnight boats, early starts — it’s not exactly a plug-and-play family holiday. When we were planning our family gap year, we gave the boys the chance to add one…
If you’re dreaming of a family adventure in the spiritual and cultural heart of Bali, then you’re in the right place. Our 3-day Ubud itinerary, curated especially for families, will show you exactly how to make the most of your time in Ubud with kids. We fell in love with this amazing place during our…
Planning a family trip to Bali can feel exciting — and a bit overwhelming. When we first arrived on the island, our kids were enrolled at a local international school in Ubud, and what was supposed to be a short stay turned into months of exploring rice terraces, waterfalls, beach paths, surf spots, wildlife experiences,…