Victoria’s Great Ocean Road remains one of Australia’s iconic stretches of coastline. We were fortunate enough to make the beachside village of Airey’s Inlet our base for the month of January. Plenty of time to experience the stunning natural attractions, put in some quality beach time, and have lots of fun! We didn’t drive…
We have three weeks left living in one of the most beautiful regions in Australia. We arrived with a seven month old baby and are now leaving with a five year old and a three year old. I really hope that we come back, again and again to introduce the region to our new bub,…
As a doctor my heart sinks every time a parent asks for help managing a child that is a fussy eater. I know what advice they require: -Serve meals “family” style with at least one option on the table you know the child will eat. -Use a sticker chart to reward the child for…
I can count on one hand the number of international destinations we can fly to from Cairns via a direct flight. So when China Eastern Airlines commenced flying between Cairns and Shanghai I was keen to give them a go. Based in Shanghai China Eastern flies to America, Japan, Korea, Southeast Asia and Europe, as…
A big thanks to my friend Sam for letting me in on this tip. In preparation for our upcoming flight to China we just purchased children’s sized headphones to use on the plane. My boys often struggle with the airline supplied adult sized headphones or ear plugs which are uncomfortable for them. Child sized headphones…
The Northern Hemisphere ski season is here and with it an increasing number of families are traveling to high altitude. Many parents are unaware that families visiting mainstream ski destinations such as the Canadian Rockies are at risk of altitude sickness. At high altitude the pressure of oxygen in the atmosphere is significantly less than…
Planning a trip to Sydney? Darling Harbour, in the Sydney CBD is bursting with activities for families to enjoy. We recently spent a week in Darling Harbour. Here is my own pick for the top ten things to do there with children (in no particular order). (1) The Australian National Maritime Museum This unique museum…
If anyone asks me how I entertain my boys on flights my first answer is always “sticker books”. Seriously, I always pack at least one in my carry on luggage. The reason for their mid-air success is that they transcend the age ranges. Even as older babies my boys have been diverted by having…
Everybody knows how to play “I spy” but do you know these? Here are some other games to help you and your child pass the time when traveling. They are all talking games – no toys or pens needed so they can easily be played on road trips or when waiting in an airport. You…
When my husband suggested that we take our 1 and 4 year old boys on a day trip to the Great Barrier Reef I thought he was dreaming. Prior to having children both my husband and I were certified divers, and I couldn’t imagine how a trip to the reef with small children would work. …