Are you thinking about taking your kids on a unique vacation abroad? This summer, parents can take their children on a memorable fairytale journey across the ocean! Let’s go wild!
When traveling with kids, besides choosing the destination, the most concerning thing for parents is accommodation. What if there is a place where not only can your children have a comfortable rest but also have endless fun? Isn’t this your dream?
Let’s take a look at the top 3 accommodation experiences trending for family trips abroad, and discover the best places for family vacations!
A family-friendly themed hotel will bring your family closer and ignite more interests in your children.
Super cute Minion themed suites, Harry Potter’s magic manor, Boeing 747 converted into a hotel, and dream Barbie suites that girls love… These not only satisfy the innocent fantasy of every little angel but also let parents recapture their childhood.
Legoland Malaysia | Malaysia
Legoland has established 8 theme parks around the world, located in Europe, America, Japan, Dubai, Southeast Asia, etc. This is not only a gathering place for Lego blocks, but also a source of joy built with the boundless creativity of mankind.
Legoland Malaysia in Johor Bahru is probably the most popular Legoland theme park among Chinese travelers. It’s just over an hour’s drive from Singapore and one of the must-visit attractions in Johor Bahru.
Legoland Hotel is located right next to the entrance of Legoland. Green Lego dragons and gigantic Lego warriors are at the hotel entrance, warmly welcoming your arrival.
Upon entering the hotel lobby, a magnificent Lego pirate ship greets you. There is an ancient European Lego castle next to the lobby for children to play. The hotel lobby itself is a mini-entertainment world. Children are busy stacking Lego blocks here, exercising their boundless imagination, and laughter fills the air.
The hotel has a total of 258 rooms, all themed suites. Guests can choose from four famous Lego series themes – Pirates, Castle, Adventure or Ninjago.
Each room has two separate sleeping areas, including a king-size bed for adults, and a separate sleeping area for up to three children, equipped with a bunk bed, a pull-out bed, and a TV.
Time difference:
No time difference with Beijing; flight time is about 6 hours
Dining:
Children will surely love eating at the Food Court, a lively indoor market filled with food stalls serving Malay, Indian, Chinese, and Indonesian cuisines.
Be aware that the food might be spicy, but marinated and grilled beef and chicken skewers are safe to eat, and generally children will also like them. In terms of sweets, little foodies can savor a variety of tropical fruits, such as rambutan, dragon fruit, or try durian if they are adventurous.
Souvenirs for children:
Kites: They are cherished by Malaysians and there are many festivals related to kites in the country.
Dolls made of dried buffalo skin
Traditional spinning tops
Palm Jumeirah Atlantis | Dubai
Dubai is a paradise for water-loving children. To meet the needs of children, hotels here have built water parks, one after another. Staying in such a hotel, you may need to reserve a whole day for your children to play.
Atlantis Hotel on Palm Jumeirah offers a variety of water fun for the whole family. Go to Aquaventure Waterpark and enjoy a variety of slides. Little ones can play on the small slides at Splasher’s, while bolder children can challenge themselves on the thrilling big slides.
The Aquaconda, shaped like a water snake, is a popular attraction, with a total length of 210 meters. Leap of Faith attracts attention with its height. The 27.5-meter-high slide is almost vertical. Once you enter the slide, you will experience a strong feeling of weightlessness.
At The Lost Chambers Aquarium, 65,000 marine creatures showcase the mysterious underwater world. Besides watching through the glass, adults can take their children to put on diving suits and enter the ocean to experience the underwater world firsthand.
After experiencing so many amusement facilities, come back to the hotel room to rest. You will have an excellent view of the sea outside the window. If you still want to feel the ocean vibe, why not book an underwater suite? There is a large aquarium in the room. You can lie in bed and watch the fish swimming around. Your children will surely be attracted to this kind of house!
Time difference:
4 hours behind Beijing time; flight time is about 10 hours
Dining:
Dubai’s food scene is heavily influenced by Lebanon. Children will really enjoy mezze and mixed grills, which allow them to sample a variety of dishes at once.
Shwarma (pita bread wraps) are available everywhere and are all delicious. The wraps are full and reasonably priced. Iranian specialties may be worth trying, some kids really love this mix of spices and sweet and savory flavors.
There are so many restaurants featuring international cuisines (European, Indian, American, Russian, Chinese), so even if you have picky eaters, everyone can find something they like. In any case, most restaurants offer children’s menus.
Souvenirs for children:
Ballet shoes, crowns, and sparkly clothes. Put them on and you will look like Scheherazade (the Sultan’s bride in “One Thousand and One Nights”).
Plush camel toys, big and small, and even extra large.
Aso Manju House | Aso, Kyushu, Japan
The Kumamon character built a fairytale town under the volcano. Manju houses are lined up, welcoming you to stay! Aso, a small town that sounds like a person’s name. If Tokyo and Osaka are metropolises of Japan, Aso is a countryside within the countryside.
Some people say that traveling is about sleeping through it. If so, you should come to Aso Farm and sleep with the stars and moon. As Japan’s super-popular mascot, Kumamon has countless fans throughout the universe, which has quickly made Kumamoto Prefecture the most popular tourist destination in Japan. Aso city is a small city under Kumamoto Prefecture.
Even though Aso is a small place, it receives nearly 5 million tourists every year and has been ranked fourth in Japan’s most popular cities for many consecutive years. The reason it’s so popular is entirely due to Kumamon, the owner of Kumamoto Prefecture, who built a “Manju Village” here – Aso Farm.
Aso Farm is located within Aso National Park. At an altitude of 550 meters, the farm covers an area of 2,000 tsubo (6,600 square meters) and is the only natural themed park in the world. The farm’s theme is “people, nature, and vitality” and it is integrated with nature. From the south slope of Mount Aso, you can see the entire farm.
Everyone who comes to Aso Farm is attracted by the uniquely shaped round houses. More than 450 manju houses are located on the farm, resembling the planet Namek in Dragon Ball.
It is said that these houses, which resemble manju, were originally a whimsical idea of the owner of a confectionary store in Kumamoto Prefecture. Using the meaning of a circle representing completeness in Japanese culture as the exterior design, they hope that every guest will have a happy and fulfilling stay.
Time difference:
1 hour ahead of Beijing time; flight time is about 3 hours
Dining:
Japanese food is delicious and diverse: besides shokudo (family restaurants) and zakaya (izakayas), there are restaurants specializing in one type of food.
Children will find things they like at yakitori-ya (yakitori restaurants), ramen-ya (ramen restaurants) and sushi-ya (sushi restaurants). You can also try Okonomiyaki (Japanese pancake) and omuraisu (omelette rice).
Souvenirs for children:
Small trinkets, toys, decorations – even the cheapest things are hard to resist because of the attention to detail in these local knick-knacks.
Ningyo (traditional dolls) are small works of art, made of porcelain, wood, and paper; you can also choose ninja or samurai dolls.
If you want to return to a simple and pure life, camping is the perfect choice. This type of travel allows the whole family to share a relaxed and enjoyable time, and truly understand a country.
Even the youngest family members can join in on a camping trip. You can follow their pace, go to bed early at night, and wake up with the sunrise. Look up at the starry sky, and wake up to the red sun. This is the most free way to travel and the most desirable attitude towards life.
When choosing a campsite, consider your children’s ages and the type of vacation your family wants. A large campsite near the beach or a small campsite in the countryside. Experience a special camping trip with your kids, they will be more excited than you think!
Japan | Glamping
Glamping, a combination of “glamorous” and “camping,” is a new type of camping that originated in Europe and America and has recently become a popular trend.
When it comes to regular camping, you have to spend time preparing tents and cooking utensils. However, if you are glamping, you can use special equipment, even if you come empty-handed, you can still go out and have fun with ease.
Wake up to the sound of birdsong in the morning, spend an extraordinary afternoon in nature, and sleep in a beautiful tent surrounded by a fireplace at night.
Glamping, a comfortable and elegant way to enjoy outdoor activities, is very popular in Japan, and there are constantly new attractions popping up.
Glamping spots in lush greenery or by the lake offer a new type of travel, allowing you to experience the best accommodation in nature!
Glamping experience in the lush valley of Kyoto – GRAX!
GRAX PREMIUM CAMP RESORT Kyoto, located in Nantan City, Kyoto Prefecture, is surrounded by a valley and offers a scenic experience of nature. Kyoto’s first glamping facility, it was established in June 2016. The charm of GRAX lies in being able to appreciate the different expressions of nature with the changing seasons.
In summer, the green mountains bring a cool breeze, walking in the valley is the most enjoyable. In autumn, the maple forests are dyed in brilliant colors, in winter, hot springs and snow scenes, you can reach the outdoor hot springs and swimming pool by hiking around the valley. You can also make your own BBQ dinner, and the staff will help you light the charcoal fire.
Enjoy delicious food by the fireplace with your family in the embrace of nature, and the tents in the entire area create a more camping atmosphere.
Lake Baikal | Daydream Ranch
Daydream Ranch is located in Listvyanka, a small town on the shores of Lake Baikal, covering 150 acres. It borders the National Forest Park and is the last piece of clean land in Listvyanka. Daydream Ranch relies on the forest, and without harming any trees, it has built tent accommodation, dining and other reception facilities in the forest.
Leaving the city, leaving the town, to temporarily release the daily routines and trivial matters, Daydream Travel, in cooperation with local artists, botanists, forest rangers, and outdoor guides, has launched the “Siberian Forest 24-hour” program.
It offers three immersive programs, one-night, two-meals, suitable for different needs, inviting you to spend this fleeting moment in life, exiled in the primitive and tranquil forests of Siberia, to seek a moment of ease.
This is not a five-star hotel, but a five million star home.
The changing colors of the seasons and the change of day and night are the only “clock” here. Briefly detach from daily trivialities and follow the resident artist, pick a Baikal Lake pebble, and paint your own beautiful memories.
Listen to the stream, the chirping of insects and the birdsong, with friends or family, or enjoy the forest by yourself. Stroll in the music of nature, by the campfire, meet like-minded partners who love nature, and enter a dream under five million stars.
Time difference:
Most of the European part of Russia is in the Eastern Three Time Zone, 5 hours behind Beijing time, but other regions are between the Eastern Two Time Zone (6 hours behind Beijing time) and the Eastern Twelve Time Zone (4 hours ahead of Beijing time), flight time is about 3 hours.
Dining:
Restaurants in Moscow and St. Petersburg are international in taste, but your kids may also like Russian flavors. If the little ones are not interested in main courses (which are heavier stews), the diverse selection of appetizers should fill their little stomachs.
Pelmeni (meat dumplings) and Kotlety (meat patties) will surely please their palates. Many street food stalls have pirozhki (pastries), and don’t miss the traditional vanilla ice cream.
Souvenirs for children:
Russian nesting dolls
Bogorodskoye, a traditional toy shaped like a ping-pong paddle with a chick pecking on it.
A nutcracker doll, from the fairy tale and ballet of the same name.
A motorhome is not just a vehicle, a means of transport, but a warm home on the road, fully embodying the phrase “small but complete.” Motorhomes have all the essentials for home living.
Take a road trip in a motorhome, no need to worry about booking a hotel, no need to be sad about missing the bus, stop and go as you please, stop wherever you like, there is your home. Travel in life, live in travel. “The world is outside the car, home is inside the car.” Combine travel and life perfectly, travel on the road, enjoy it along the way.
In fact, motorhomes have long been a part of people’s leisure travel and even daily life in the United States and Europe. Motorhome travel in foreign countries developed earlier than in China, so the facilities and equipment for motorhome travel are also more complete. If you are going abroad and want to better explore the local area, motorhome travel is a good choice.
New Zealand
New Zealand is known for its pristine landscapes, refreshing wilderness and spectacular scenery. Its vast and sparsely populated pure natural landscapes attract self-driving enthusiasts from all over the world.
Every small town and every town has different scenery. Driving along the way, you will have beautiful scenery. Without a doubt, the best way to experience postcard-like beauty is to travel by motorhome and camp in New Zealand: it’s cost-effective, the journey is full of surprises, and it allows you to better experience New Zealand’s rural scenery.
Time difference:
4 hours ahead of Beijing time. Some places adopt daylight saving time in the southern hemisphere during the summer; flight time is about 12 hours.
Dining:
Many restaurants offer play areas and children’s menus for kids. Children’s menus typically feature fish and chips and burgers. Meat, especially lamb, is excellent. Other local specialties are equally good, including fruits, vegetables, and a wide variety of cheeses.
Fish and seafood are also famous – kids will love the mussels, which are not only delicious but also quite large! For dessert, kids may prefer ice cream and the locals’ favorite pavlova.
Souvenirs for children:
Poi, two balls attached to a string, which you can swing around your body; or Kiwodo, a modern version with ribbons attached.
Western USA
The United States and Canada are currently the countries with the highest use of motorhomes, and motorhome travel is one of the main ways for Americans to vacation and relax. The developed motorhome travel has also made motorhome campsites in the United States very complete. There are also many routes in the United States suitable for motorhome road trips.
Western US Road Trip by Motorhome
From Salt Lake City to San Francisco, you can not only enjoy diverse scenery, but also learn about the problems of natural environmental protection.
Eastern US Coastal Motorhome Road Trip
Travel from southern New York to Miami Beach, and you will be immersed in coastal scenery. It’s truly sunshine, beaches, and beautiful scenery.
Southern US Country Motorhome Road Trip
Fully experience the warmth and hospitality of the people in the American South, learn about America’s ancient country rock, even square dancing, and there are outdoor BBQ parties.
Time difference:
15 hours behind Beijing time in the Western Seven Time Zone or 16 hours behind Beijing time in the Western Eight Time Zone. Some areas adopt daylight saving time in the northern hemisphere during the summer; flight time is about 12 hours.
Dining:
In the kingdom of burgers, pizza, fries, and cola, children will surely be happy… at least at first. Big cities have more diverse cuisines due to cultural fusion, but even in small towns, you can enjoy local Chinese or Mexican restaurants. Fish and seafood are common, and there is no lack of fruits and vegetables.
Besides this, there are some interesting foods in the western United States, including buffalo steaks from the Great Plains and foods from the southwestern border, such as red and green chili peppers in New Mexico. The portions are huge, enough for an adult and a child to share.
Souvenirs for children:
Kachina dolls made by the Hopi people (spirit beings of good in Pueblo folklore)
Cowboy or Native American clothing
Cowboy hats
If you want to spend quality time with your kids, help them learn, grow, and better understand the world and people, then traveling abroad is a great way to do so. Whether you are a first-time backpacker or a seasoned globetrotter, don’t put away your passport just because you have children! Don’t hesitate, embark on a journey of discovery with your family!
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