Travelling with Kids – Adventure isn't just about the plane trips!
There’s something delightful and whimsical about riding a steam train. The chugga chugga of the engine is nostalgic. I can almost hear it saying “I think I can, I think I can” as it moves up a hill, taking me back to my childhood when trains were always a delight. Even the whistle, as it …
Regarded as the beating heart of Australia’s sports capital, the MCG is more than just a venue; it’s a revered institution where history, culture, and athletic excellence converge. As fans from across the globe flock to its hallowed grounds, the MCG Tour offers a unique opportunity to delve into the annals of sporting heritage, relive …
When visiting Art Galleries with the kids it is rare to find one where they can put their hands all over the artwork. Enter Melbourne’s Met Art World, the biggest metal art gallery in Australia where the children can literally touch everything across every single exhibit. You need to add this to your things to …
When the temperatures soar, heading to a water park is an ideal day out to cool down. Adventure Park Geelong, located in Victoria, is the biggest water park in the entire region and offers a bounty of thrilling rides and attractions for both kids and adults to enjoy. Adventure Park creates a fun-filled atmosphere that …
To truly understand a city, it’s essential to explore its historical foundations and learn about its evolution over time. During our recent trip to Melbourne Victoria, we made sure to reserve a few hours in our busy schedule to visit the Old Melbourne Gaol. Our family adores history and always sniffs out an old gaol …
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Kryal Castle Ballarat with kids. This captivating medieval attraction nestled in Ballarat was first established in the early 1970s, and has been captivating guests of all ages with its array of interactive activities, fascinating demonstrations, and captivating displays ever since. Prepare to be …
From toddlers through to teens, everyone can have fun on the ice rink. But where can you go ice skating in Melbourne? You’re actually spoilt for choice with Melbourne boasting the largest ice skating rink in Australia! Grab your skates (or you can hire them!) and head to one of the Melbourne ice skating rinks …
Whenever we head to a new city one of our first tasks is locating all the bookshops. Well, at least ONE good bookshop to be honest. As regular visitors to Victoria, knowing where the best bookshops in Melbourne are is important for our travels, so of course, this means I’ve created a list. Did you …
When it comes to gifting for kids my default present is typically an experience due to my very strong belief in collecting memories before things. Often we plan a trip away, or we organise a day out, or even just a nice dinner out. For friends and family in Melbourne, I usually look at Melbourne …
When we were invited to Gumbuya World over summer I jumped at the chance before even asking the kids what they thought. An instant wash of nostalgia swept over me, and I was transported back to my childhood where Gumbuya Park and its giant pheasant seemed to feature in a multitude of road trip memories. …
Every single summer we head to Melbourne over the summer holidays. As such we have become quite familiar with all it has to offer and the kids pretty much feel like they’ve seen it all. But this year a new experience came along. The Rain Room Melbourne with kids became one of the most unique …
Things To Do In Ballarat With Kids : Sovereign Hill There are so many things to do in Ballarat with kids it’s hard to know where to begin. However, our favourite attraction is a place where history comes alive, Sovereign Hill which is quite possibly the most amazing immersive theme park in Australia. From the moment …
“Everything is awesome, when you’re living out a dream“, or at least that’s what I like to think Striker was humming as we arrived at Legoland Discovery Centre Melbourne for the first time. You see, both my kids are LEGO addicts, and finally arriving at Chadstone was akin to arriving at the centre of the …