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Are you dreaming of taking your kids on a unique vacation abroad? This summer, why not take your kids on an unforgettable, fairytale journey across the ocean?
When traveling with children around the world, besides choosing the right destination, parents often worry about accommodations. Wouldn't it be a dream to have a place where children can rest comfortably and have fun anytime, anywhere?
Let’s take a look at the three most popular accommodation experiences for family travel abroad and discover great places for family travel!
A parent-child theme hotel suitable for the whole family will further enhance the parent-child relationship and stimulate more interests in children.
The super cute Minions theme suite, Harry Potter's magical manor, the airplane hotel converted from a Boeing 747, and the dreamy Barbie suite that girls love most... These can not only satisfy the innocent fantasies of every little angel, but also let parents regain their childlike innocence.
Legoland has built 8 theme parks around the world, covering locations in Europe, the United States, Japan, Dubai and Southeast Asia. This place is not only a gathering place for Lego bricks, but also a source of happiness built with human's boundless creativity.
Legoland Johor Bahru in Malaysia is probably the most visited Legoland by Chinese people. It’s just over an hour’s drive from Singapore and is a must-see attraction in Johor Bahru.
The Legoland Hotel is located next to the main entrance of Legoland. The blue Lego dragon and the super giant Lego warrior are there to warmly welcome you at the hotel entrance.
Upon entering the hotel lobby, a magnificent Lego pirate ship greets you. Next to it, there's an ancient European-style Lego castle for children to play in. In fact, the hotel lobby itself is a miniature playground, where children busily stack Lego bricks, unleashing their imaginations and filling the air with laughter.
All 258 rooms in the hotel are themed suites, and guests can choose from four famous LEGO series themes - Pirates, Castles, Adventures or Ninjago.
The room features two separate sleeping areas, including a king-size bed for adults and a separate sleeping area for up to three children, complete with a bunk bed, retractable bed and TV.
jet lag:
There is no time difference with Beijing; the flight time is about 6 hours
Meal Time:
Kids will love eating at the food court, a vibrant indoor market packed with food stalls serving Malay, Indian, Chinese and Indonesian specialities.
Be warned, the food can be spicy, but the marinated and grilled beef and chicken skewers are safe to eat and generally appeal to children. For sweets, young foodies can try a variety of tropical fruits like rambutan, dragon fruit, or, for a more adventurous treat, durian.
Children's souvenirs:
Kites are treasured by Malaysians and there are many special festivals in the country.
Dolls made of dried buffalo hide
Traditional spinning top
Dubai is a paradise for children who love playing in the water. In order to meet the needs of children, the hotels here have built water parks. If you stay in such a hotel, you may need to give your children a whole day to play!
Atlantis, The Palm offers families plenty of options for water play. Head to Aquaventure Waterpark for a variety of slides. Kids can enjoy the smaller slides at Splasher's, while the braver ones can tackle the thrilling larger slides.
The popular attraction Aquaconda is shaped like a water snake and has a total length of 210 meters; Leap of Faith is eye-catching with its height. The 27.5-meter-high slide is almost vertical, and you will feel a strong sense of weightlessness as soon as you enter the slide.
At The Lost Chambers Aquarium, 65,000 marine creatures showcase the mysterious world of the ocean. Besides viewing through glass, adults can also bring their children into the ocean, donning wetsuits and experiencing the underwater world firsthand.
After enjoying so many attractions, retire to your hotel room for a relaxing break. The ocean view is stunning. If you're looking for a more marine experience, book an underwater suite. It features a large aquarium where you can watch the fish swim by while you lie in bed. Kids will love it!
jet lag:
4 hours later than Beijing time; flight time is about 10 hours
Meal Time:
Dubai's cuisine is heavily influenced by Lebanon, and children will enjoy the mezze platters and mixed grills, which allow you to try several different dishes at once.
Shwarma (a flatbread filled with pita bread) is everywhere and is always delicious. It's filling and very affordable. You might also want to try the Iranian specialties; some children love their combination of spices and sweet and savory flavors.
With so many restaurants specializing in international cuisines (European, Indian, American, Russian, Chinese), there's something for everyone, even if it's hard to find a single palate. In any case, most restaurants offer children's menus.
Children's souvenirs:
Ballet shoes, a tiara, and a sequined dress, she looks like Scheherazade (the Sultan's bride in "One Thousand and One Nights").
Plush toy camels, available in large, small, and extra-large sizes
Minister Kumamoto created a fairytale town beneath a volcano, where clusters of steamed bun houses stretch out in clusters. Come and stay! Aso, a small town, is a perfect example of a person's name. If Tokyo and Osaka are Japan's cities, Aso is the countryside within the countryside.
Some say travel is about sleeping. Then, you should visit Aso Farm and sleep with the stars and the moon. Kumamon, Japan's incredibly popular mascot, has countless fans across the universe, making Kumamoto Prefecture, where Aso City is located, a small city, rapidly gain popularity as one of Japan's most popular tourist destinations.
Aso is a small town, but it welcomes nearly 5 million tourists every year and has been ranked as the fourth most popular city in Japan for many years. The reason for its popularity is entirely because Kumamon, the owner of Kumamoto Prefecture, built a "mantou village" here - Aso Farm.
Aso Farm, located within Aso National Park, spans 2,000 square meters at an altitude of 550 meters. It is a unique natural theme park in the world. The farm's theme is based on the three elements of "people, nature, and vitality," blending seamlessly with nature. The entire farm can be seen from the southern slopes of Mount Aso.
Everyone who visits Aso Farm is captivated by the uniquely shaped, round houses. There are over 450 of them, reminiscent of the planet Namek from Dragon Ball.
It is said that these bun-like huts were originally the brainchild of a fruit shop owner in Kumamoto Prefecture. He used the Japanese concept of circle as a symbol of perfection as the exterior design, hoping that every resident would be happy.
jet lag:
1 hour earlier than Beijing; flight time is about 3 hours
Meal Time:
Japanese food is delicious and varied: in addition to shokudo (family restaurants) and zakaya (izakaya), there are also restaurants specializing in a particular type of food.
Kids will find everything they want at yakitori-ya (grilled bird houses), ramen-ya (ramen restaurants), and sushi-ya (sushi restaurants). Okonomiyaki and omuraisu (omelet rice) are also available.
Children's souvenirs:
Trinkets, toys, decorations – even the cheapest items have such attention to detail that it’s hard to resist these local trinkets.
Ningyo (traditional dolls) are small works of art made of porcelain, wood, and foot; you can also choose ninja or samurai dolls.
If you're looking to get back to a simpler life, camping is the ideal option. It's a great way to spend some quality time as a family and truly get to know a country.
Even the youngest family members can join the camping trip and follow their pace of life, going to bed early at night and getting up at sunrise. Looking up at the starry sky and waking up to see the red sun, this is the most free way to play and the most appropriate attitude to life.
When choosing a campsite, consider the age of your children and the type of vacation you're looking for as a family. Consider a large, bustling campground near the beach or a smaller campground in the countryside. Make camping a special experience with your child; they'll be more excited than you think!
"Glamping" is a coined word combining the words "glamorous" and "camping." Originating in Europe and the United States, it has recently become a popular and trendy new style of camping.
When it comes to ordinary camping, it's nothing more than spending time preparing tents and adjusting props; but when it comes to luxury camping, you can use special equipment, so you can easily go out and have fun even if you don't bring anything with you.
Wake up to the sound of birdsong in the morning, spend an extraordinary afternoon surrounded by nature, and sleep in a beautiful tent surrounded by a fire at night.
Glamping, a way to enjoy the outdoors in comfort and elegance, is very popular in Japan, and new spots are popping up all the time.
Luxurious camping spots located in lush greenery or on the lakeside offer a new way to experience the best accommodations in nature!
Experience luxurious camping in Kyoto's Ruri Gorge, surrounded by nature and the changing seasons—GRAX!
Located in Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture, GRAX PREMIUM CAMP RESORT Kyoto Ruri Kei is nestled in a ravine and boasts breathtaking natural beauty, just an hour from central Osaka and Kyoto. Opened in June 2016, GRAX is Kyoto's first luxury camping facility. The appeal of GRAX lies in its ability to enjoy the changing beauty of nature with each passing season.
In the summer, the green mountains offer a refreshing coolness, and strolls through the valley are truly enjoyable. Autumn brings a touch of vibrant color to the maple forests, while winter brings a breathtaking view of the hot springs and snowy landscapes. Hiking along the valley's perimeter brings you to open-air hot springs and swimming pools. You can even cook your own BBQ dinner, with staff helping to light the charcoal fire whenever necessary.
Enjoy delicious food with your family by the fire surrounded by nature, and the tents in the entire area create a camping atmosphere.
Located in the small town of Listvyanka on the shores of Lake Berga, Russia, the Daytime Dream Ranch occupies 150 mu (approximately 150 mu) of land, adjacent to the National Forest Park and representing the town's last remaining untouched land. Built within the forest, Daytime Dream Ranch, with the principle of not harming any trees, offers tent accommodations, dining facilities, and other hospitality facilities.
Leaving the city and the town, in order to briefly break away from the daily repetition and triviality, Daydream Travel has joined forces with local artists, botanists, forest rangers, professional outdoor guides, etc. to launch the "24 Hours in the Siberian Forest" project.
Offering one night, two meals, and three immersive programs tailored to different needs, we invite you to exile this fleeting moment in life to the pristine and tranquil forests of Siberia, seeking a moment of freedom.
This is not a five-star hotel, it is a five-million-star residence.
The changing colors of the seasons and the shifting of day and night are the only "clock" here. Take a brief break from the daily grind and join the resident artists as they pick a pebble from Lake Bengal and paint their own beautiful memories.
Listen to the sound of streams, the chirping of dragons and the calls of birds, walk in the forest with friends or family, or enjoy it alone, stroll in the music of nature, meet friends who also love nature by the campfire, and enter the dream under five million stars.
jet lag:
Most of the European part of Russia belongs to the Eastern Time Zone 3, which is 5 hours behind Beijing Time, but other areas are between the Eastern Time Zone 2 (6 hours behind Beijing Time) and the Eastern Time Zone 12 (4 hours ahead of Beijing Time), with a flight time of about 3 hours.
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The restaurants in Moscow and St. Petersburg offer international cuisine, but your children might also enjoy Russian cuisine. If the main courses (which tend to be heavy stews) don't appeal to them, the wide selection of appetizers should satisfy them.
Pelmeni (meat dumplings) and kotlety (grilled meat) are sure to please, and many street food stalls offer snacks such as pirozhki (pies). Don't miss the traditional vanilla ice cream.
Children's souvenirs:
Russian nesting dolls
Bogorodskoye, a traditional toy in the shape of a table tennis paddle with a pecking chick on it.
A Nutcracker doll from the fairy tale and ballet of the same name.
An RV is not only a car or a means of transportation, but also your warm home on the road. It fully embodies the saying "small but complete", and has all the necessary elements for home.
Traveling in an RV means you don't have to worry about booking a hotel or being late for the bus. You can stop and take in the scenery as you go. Wherever you go, wherever you stop is home. Travel in life, live in travel. "Outside the car is the world, inside the car is home" perfectly combines travel and life, and you can enjoy the journey.
In fact, in the United States and Europe, RVs have long been a part of people's leisure travel and even life. RV travel abroad developed earlier than in China. Therefore, some facilities and equipment for RV travel are also more complete than in China. If you go abroad and want to better understand the local situation, RV travel is a good choice.
New Zealand is famous for its pristine scenery, fresh and pleasant wilderness and spectacular views. Due to its vast land and sparse population, the pure natural scenery attracts self-driving enthusiasts from all over the world.
Every town and city offers its own unique scenery, and the best way to experience postcard-perfect scenery is to camp in New Zealand: it's cost-effective, full of surprises, and allows you to fully experience the idyllic New Zealand countryside.
jet lag:
It is 4 hours earlier than Beijing time. Some places in the southern hemisphere implement daylight saving time after entering summer. The flight time is about 12 hours.
Meal Time:
Many restaurants offer play areas and children's menus, often featuring fish and chips and burgers. The meats, especially lamb, are excellent. Other local specialities are equally impressive, including fruit, vegetables, and a wide variety of cheeses.
The fish and seafood are also renowned – kids will love the mussels, which are not only delicious but also quite large! For dessert, they’ll likely be more interested in the ice cream and the local favourite, the fruit and cream meringue.
Children's souvenirs:
poi, two balls on a string that you swing around your body; or kiwodo, a modern version tied with ribbons.
The United States and Canada are currently the countries with the largest number of RV users in the world, and RV travel is one of the main ways Americans vacation and relax. The developed RV travel industry has led to a very complete RV campground in the United States, and there are many routes suitable for RV road trips in the United States.
RV Road Trip to the American West
From Salt Lake City to San Francisco, you can not only appreciate the diverse scenery, but also learn about the issues of protecting the natural environment.
US East Coast RV Tour
Traveling from southern New York to Miami Beach will make you indulge in the seaside scenery, which is really sunny, sandy and beautiful.
RV Tours in the American South
Fully experience the hospitality of the people in the American South, learn about the old American country rock, even square dancing, and outdoor BBQ parties.
jet lag:
West 7th District is 15 hours behind Beijing Time or West 8th District is 16 hours behind Beijing Time. Some areas in the Northern Hemisphere implement daylight saving time when summer comes. The flight time is about 12 hours.
Meal Time:
In the land of hamburgers, pizza, fries, and cola, children will be delighted...at least at first. Big cities offer a wider variety of culinary options due to their cultural integration, but even in small towns, you can enjoy the delicious cuisine of local Chinese or Mexican restaurants. Fish and seafood are common, and there's no shortage of fruits and vegetables.
There are also some interesting foods from the American West, including bison steaks from the Plains and Southwest frontier foods like red and green chili from New Mexico. The portions are large, enough for an adult and a child to share.
Children's souvenirs:
Hopi Kachina (a benevolent deity in Pueblo folklore) idol
Cowboy or Native American clothing
cowboy hat
If you want to spend quality time with your children and help them learn, grow, and gain a better understanding of the world and its people, then traveling abroad is a great way to do it. Whether you're a first-time backpacker or a seasoned globetrotter, you don't have to put away your passport just because you have kids! Don't hesitate to embark on an adventure to see the world with your family!
