I love having some special events/festivals up my sleeve to take the kids to. There’s lots of events that work well with kids this autumn. Here are my tips: Heidelberg’s annual Arty Farty Fest commences on Sunday morning March 17 with a parade down Burgundy Street from 10 to 11am. The artistic fun then…
I stumbled across the idea of family camps a couple of years ago. The all inclusive model for a family escape is appealing, but traditional all inclusive resorts challenge the budget not to mention being few and far between in Australia. Family camps offer an all inclusive package of accommodation, food and activities for…
Those of you needing a reminder that live theatre can be side-splittingly funny need to put Peter Pan Goes Wrong on their summer calendar. With an Australian season due to delight audiences in Melbourne , Sydney, Brisbane, Canberra and Perth Peter Pan Goes Wrong is brought to life by the award winning Mischief Theatre.…
There is lot’s on these September school holidays in Melbourne. This is not an exhaustive list – feel free to leave as a comment other activities that you know are coming up. Escape the Gaol at the Old Melbourne Gaol The Old Melbourne Gaol’s hugely popular ‘Escape the Gaol’ interactive and educational experience exclusively…
Did you hear a roar? A stomp? The Dinosaurs are coming! Dinosaur loving kids across Melbourne will be thrilled to hear that Jurassic Creatures is set to open in September. Jurassic Creatures is an exhibition with over 30 + animatronic dinosaurs. Families can explore a prehistoric world full of life like moving dinosaurs together and…
Taking your kids to the park or a play centre poses challenges for many families that others are unaware of. One of my own children struggled with loud noises until he was four. A loud speaker, party whistle, even a busker would make him anxious so we modified where we went and what we did…
Our family winter tradition – attending a Disney on Ice production is looming as the winter school holidays draw closer. What my children love about Disney on Ice productions are that they bring the amazing spectacle of the Disney brand to our home town – without the 13 hour plane ride. As well as the Disney…
As far as I’m concerned all inclusive get aways are a family win. A great all inclusive family getaway has a few key ingredients – quality family time spent together with my kids and quality time spent having some space from my children as well. Throw in delicious meals, somewhere comfy to sleep and one price…
For those of you thinking about how to keep your family entertained during the upcoming school holidays I’ve brought you my regular Melbourne school holiday guide. For those of you that love escaping the city there are some great day trips and adventures in regional Victoria as well. If there is an activity I’ve left…
The chocolate fountain drips its bounty of sweet temptation. Nearby are placed a bowl of marshmallows ready to be dipped into the molten deliciousness. It is breakfast and we are staying at the Langham Hotel in Melbourne. A flagship destination for Melbournians wanting a decadent and luxurious experience – The Langham’s Melba Restaurant is popular…