Travelling with Kids – Adventure isn't just about the plane trips!
Having spent much of my childhood on a small farm in the Macedon Ranges of Victoria, I am very aware that my own children are not connected to nature in the same way I was as a child. There was no skyscrapers to take away from the views of the mountains; I could hear the …
As Sydney locals we regularly challenge ourselves to find new places to explore. We’ve uncovered many hidden wonders like the Shipwreck Gardens of Homebush and Wendy’s Secret Garden but our appetite for discovery is not completely sated. That’s why the arrival of the Lonely Planet Kids Sydney City Trails book was almost serendipitous as Sunshine …
Hidden within the suburb of Darlinghurst, behind a thick sandstone wall, is the Old Darlinghurst Gaol which in recent times has been transformed into the National Art School. Reputed to be haunted by the ghosts of the 76 people executed at the gallows which were staged at the gaol’s massive entrance, a tour helps visitors …
“So you want to EAT a snowman?” Sunshine giggled as I took a bite out of my Olaf sweet treat. We had been invited by Disney Australia to enjoy the new Frosted High Tea launched at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth in celebration of the all-new Disney Frozen featurette, Olaf’s Frozen Adventure, which is coming to selected cinemas …
Long time readers of the Kid Bucket List would be very aware of my long standing fear of heights. It’s a fear that has paralysed me atop quite a number of structures, much to everyone’s amusement. So when we were invited to the Wild Ropes at Taronga Zoo my initial reaction was a big firm no. But …
When it comes to finding something to do with kids in Sydney, heading to Darling Harbour is one spot we find ourselves drawn to again and again. With a bevy of attractions, there’s always something exciting happening, and failing that there’s always the incredible park. We chose Madame Tussauds for our most recent adventure and …
Usually on display at the Shemanovskiy Museum in Yama, Lyuba the 42,000 year old baby woolly mammoth from Siberia has headed down into the Southern Hemisphere for the first time every. Frozen and preserved by lactic acid-producing bacteria, she is the most complete and best preserved woolly mammoth ever discovered. We couldn’t resist heading into Sydney …
Melbourne is a vibrant city, known for its friendly disposition and the fact that you can experience four seasons in one day. What you may not know is that it has a plethora of attractions to see and do, ensuring that you never exhaust your list of things to do in Melbourne with kids today. …
Kids Segway Tours in Sydney With a little daredevil on our hands, we are always on the hunt for experiences which will provide a little adrenaline. Until a few months ago, Sunshine was too young to enjoy a Segway Tour in most locations in Australia but then she grew a few centimetres and had a …
Our family holiday to Japan resulted in my infatuation for the country morphing into a full blown love affair. Having returned to Australia, I have been craving all things Japanese and discovered the Auburn Botanic Gardens which is the premier Japanese Gardens in Sydney. It’s an incredible find and the perfect space to take the …
The city of Sydney has a dark history which has led to supernatural activity across the city. Built up on the backs of convicts, Sydney was once a rampant cesspool of disease and criminal activity. Yes, there are numerous haunted places in Sydney … or at least they say. Past traumas have left scars on …
What would you do if I told you that you can experience a Charlie Bucket like experience right here in Sydney? Squeal with delight? Well that’s exactly what I did when I heard about the Arnott’s Factory Tour with kids and I booked a family pass quicker than you can say original tim tam biscuit. Tim …
With the rise of budget airlines, packing your carry on bag has become a skill that determines whether you can get a bargain deal or need to pay a little extra to check in your regular suitcase. You need to know exactly what your packing essentials are to get it right! Over the last few …