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What to do in Phuket – Ethical Elephant Sanctuary?

What to do in Phuket – Ethical Elephant Sanctuary?

Our trip to Phuket was planned to be a relaxing one, one that doubled up as a birthday trip for Grace. So it was–we mainly hung around, used the facilities and swam at Avani+ Maikhao and its sister resorts. The two girls are water babies 

Is Paris always a good idea?

Is Paris always a good idea?

Paris was okay, my friend said, I like (insert another European country) better. Other lukewarm responses came from family and friends who had visited Paris. We heard things about the French people too, especially their attitude towards the Chinese race. According to a friend who 

I saw a pickpocket in Paris. Tips to stay safe in France.

I saw a pickpocket in Paris. Tips to stay safe in France.

Family and friends generously dish out tips on being safe in Paris, such as how to spot suspicious characters, or how to guard our belongings against pickpockets. Over the years, I have also heard a fair share of horror stories about Europe. So before a 

Food Diary: What’s Our Food in Paris?

Food Diary: What’s Our Food in Paris?

“What’s your favourite food in Paris?” I asked the family. My husband and I unanimously voted for the Falafel at L’As du Fallafel. The runner-up for me is the burger we had at Alfred (Chessy Val D’Europe), it’s good but we can find such quality 

What to eat in Sentosa and Vivo City (with the children)?

What to eat in Sentosa and Vivo City (with the children)?

A year after my Review of Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa (Family Staycation), here’s the post on the yummy food we ate during our staycation. I forgot to follow up until the request from a friend, so here goes! Hope it gives you some 

Why do I travel with my young children?

Why do I travel with my young children?

“It’s too troublesome and stressful,” many parents would say, “It’s work and not a holiday.” They shook their heads thinking of the children’s demands, schedules, crankiness and truckload of items. I agree. Without children in the tow, the luggage is lighter, the peace is more, 

What to Prepare for your VTL flight (Singapore)

What to Prepare for your VTL flight (Singapore)

Towards the end of 2021, more and more countries were added to Singapore’s Vaccinated Travel Lane (“VTL”) scheme. HOORAY! After two years of being contained in Singapore, the travel bug in me was bursting to fly out! At the same time, I was apprehensive. People 

Where to stay for your holiday in France (Airbnb or Hotels)?

Where to stay for your holiday in France (Airbnb or Hotels)?

The travel advisories kept changing. Our minds were divided on which VTL country to go to. By the time we decided on France, we only had 2.5 weeks to our departure. Accommodation options were limited because tourism was still very much active in that part