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Relax Overlooking the Rice Fields At Alaya Ubud

Think of Ubud in Bali, and you can think of either of two things. The hustle and bustle of a once hippy town; now turned into a central bustling hub of modern earthy stores; fabulous restaurants; authentic Balinese culture; with hip and trendy hangouts. Or … You can think of the Ubud surrounding area. Where yoga […]

Family Travel Ecotourism Temples And More

Articles that talk about our world journey Learning Travels – Culture Travels with Kids by Marta … …wrote this great EcoTourism article about us visiting a Bear Sanctuary in the snowy mountains of Romania the Christmas time of 2014. Are ecotourism and family vacations an impossible match? And Sarah Osio from Travelosio includes us in her […]

WIN A BALI 5 STAR EXPERIENCE AT MAYA SANUR – COMPETITION

WIN a 5-star experience at Maya Sanur Bali Picture yourself lying here – relaxed and stress – free at Maya Sanur Resort and Spa.   Picture yourself sitting here for breakfast at Maya Sanur Resort and Spa. Picture yourself watching the sunrise from Maya Sanur Resort and Spa.   Picture yourself strolling by this awesome pool at Maya Sanur […]

Maya Sanur – 5 Star Style With A Smile

Can you believe we are in Bali – again? Yes, even though we were only here in late January this year, with a gap in our world travel agenda, and great prices on flights, we have returned yet again to Bali. So if you are looking at these awesome photos, you might be thinking it is […]

Best Value Family Accommodation Seminyak Bali

Earlier this year we visited Bali, and when the resort we booked didn’t work out, we literally walked in off the streets and booked the Ramada Encore Bali Seminyak, so when we returned to Bali again, we decided we would stay here again. Flights from Australia usually arrive in Bali at night.  We had arranged this […]

Luxury Travel Packing List

Before you set foot on that next airplane, it is time to pack your case. Whether it is a business trip or time for a luxury holiday, you want to look your best. You also don’t want to lug a case full of clothes and accessories that weigh a ton and want to ensure a good […]

The Longest Waterslide In The World

Where can you ride the longest waterslide in the world? Waterbom, Bali lures us back again! Only 2 months ago we were here having the time of our life, and when deciding where to spend our ‘school holidays’, Explorason requested Waterbom. Constrictor Why? Because it boasts the longest waterslide in the world, named the Constrictor. […]

International Women’s Day

International Women’s Day Photo Exhibit 2016 International Women’s Day – What is that?  Each year an amazing mother, grandmother, daughter, girlfriend, and inspiring woman named Evelyn Hannon spend hours curating a collection of photographs of women from all around the world for her website Journey Woman This special article celebrates International Women’s Day. Both last year and […]

Relax And Stay On The Fringe Of Adelaide City

Location, location, location. We find the ideal central location where we could walk into the city of Adelaide. Recently I was asked, “Do you only write about high-end and luxury accommodation? Why don’t you include some more affordable places for families to stay in when you are traveling”? So, I listened, and this next Adelaide […]

Family Travel Bloggers To Follow – We’re #2 On The List

16 Family Travel Blogs to Follow in 2016 Family Bloggers To Follow This Year We are very excited to be included in this list of family bloggers. These are all traveling families, stemming from all over the globe. Families that have left their homes, and are exploring the world with their children. Take a read […]

Celebrating A Birthday In Bali

Morning comes around too soon.  We’d enjoyed a lovely dinner with our group last night with our tour guides showing us some fabulous ‘YouTubes’ of other Indonesia destinations to whet our appetites. So I threw on some clothes to head to breakfast at the stunning new Alaya Resort in Ubud.  (We have more water activities today, so […]

World-schooling In Bali – One Of Our Best Days Ever

Today is one of the highlights of all of our travels! As a world-schooling Mum, today would have to be up there in one of the best days where we have experienced fun, and learning – totally integrated. For anyone who wants to experience true Balinese lifestyle, read on. Where are we? We are on a […]