Not Your Usual Family Vacation: 10 Off-the-beaten-track Holidays to Take with the Kids in 2025

Go off the beaten track for your next family vacation and ignite a true sense of adventure in your kids. Instead of the usual crowded tourist traps, say hello to…

December 2024: Eat, Play, Shop and More for Families in Singapore This Month

‘Tis beginning to look a lot like Christmas… Which means we’re here to update you on all the fun festive happenings on our little red dot. Join us as we…

The Wizard of Oz by Wild Rice (review)

Catching The Wizard by Oz by Wild Rice was top on our ‘to do’ list for the school holidays for my daughter and me. It was our first time attending…

Check into Grand Staycays at the Refreshed Grand Hyatt Singapore (Review)

The Grand Hyatt Singapore has been a landmark on Scotts Road for as long as I can recall. It’s undergone several refurbishments over the years, and its most recent multi-year…

Year-end Holiday & Festive Fun 2024: 30+ Awesome Activities and Events that Kids will Love!

If the school holidays have already started for your kids, or will soon start, keep this list of awesome year-end holiday activities and festive events handy. Whether you’re looking for…

November 2024: Eat, Play, Shop and More for Families in Singapore this month

Can you believe that it’s already November 2024? Where did the year go, right? If thinking about getting prepped and ready for year-end holidays and celebrations is making you sweat,…

10 Popular Family Road Trip Destinations for a Vacation to Remember

Family vacations can be costly, and of course, the bigger the family, the higher the expenditure. But fret not. One way to create memorable family vacations without breaking the bank…

September 2024: Eat, Play, Shop and More for Families in Singapore This Month

We’re right smack in the September 2024 school holidays! If you are wondering what to do with the kids, read on for activity ideas, and a ✨ giveaway ✨of the…

Our Family Wellness Staycation at Oasia Resort Sentosa (review)

Nothing makes my almost six-year-old jump in joy more than going for a staycation. So when I told him that we were having one at Oasia Resort Sentosa soon, he…

Watery Fun at LEGOLAND® Malaysia Resort Water Park’s Splash Carnival (review)

While my son (who will soon turn six) is not the greatest fan of water, he recently developed a liking to water playgrounds and parks. So, when we heard that…

Family Bakecation Staycation in a Premium Loft at Holiday Inn Little India (Review + Giveaway)

With impeccable timing, the kid has to use the bathroom as soon as we step into our room at Holiday Inn Singapore Little India. It is only upon exiting, and…

Fun in the Shade: 28 Cool Indoor Activities for Kids & Families in Singapore

Not all the fun happens in the sun, especially when the heat index and humidity levels go through the roof. Even schools are taking measures to help students and teachers…

June 2024: Eat, Play, Shop & More for Families in Singapore This Month

Between the mid-year school holidays and Dragon Boat Festival, there’s lots going on this month. To keep track of what’s relevant for kids and families, we bring you everything fun…

June School Holidays 2024 Activity + Makan Guide for Kids & Families in Singapore

School’s out for summer — well, at least from 25 May to 23 June — in Singapore, and that means one thing. Yes, it’s time to ditch the textbooks and…

March School Holidays 2024 Activity Guide for Kids and Families

Hang onto your hats, kids (and parents!), because the March school holidays are just around the corner — 9 to 17 March, to be exact. Ready to swap textbooks for…

Year-end School Holidays 2023 Activity Guide for Kids and Families

The longest school holiday season of the year runs from 18 November to 31 December. There are loads of activities to keep the kids busy during the year-end school holidays,…

November 2023: Eat, Play, Shop & More for Families in Singapore this month

To Little Women author Louisa May Alcott, November is the most disagreeable month in the whole year. That’s what she had Margaret (“Meg”) say, as the oldest March sister was…

September 2023: Eat, Play, Shop & More for Families in Singapore this month

We’re right smack in the September 2023 school holidays! If you’re still wondering what to do with the kids this extra-long week, our September School Holidays Activity Guide can help….

September School Holidays 2023 Activity Guide for Kids and Families

Believe it or not, the September school holidays arrives in 11 days’ time, and will last for 11 days. Because of the Presidential Election calendar shuffle, it effectively begins on…

12 Essential Tips to Buy the right Travel Insurance for your Family

Did you ‘revenge travel’ with your family during the recent school holidays? And if so, did you remember to buy travel insurance? Travel insurance helped ease the cost of inconvenience…

8 Last-minute Staycation Ideas for the School Holidays

Singaporeans love a staycation. Not only is it a fuss-free way to sneak in a quick getaway, but it also lets us feel like we’re on vacation without stepping out…

June 2023: Eat, Play, Shop & More for Families in Singapore this Month

Between the June school holidays and a public holiday at either end of this month, expect exciting family experiences galore. As always, we’re here to update you on everything fun…

Ways to (Not) Keep Your Kids Entertained during the School Holidays

“Junia,” many mums want to know, “how do you keep your five kids entertained during the school holidays?” My secret? I don’t. Instead, I delegate the responsibility of keeping each…

Sensory Odyssey: Into the Heart of Our Living World is a Visual Feast that Kids will Love

Is your child is a Nat Geo or Discovery Channel fan? Make like a gazelle and run, don’t walk, to Sensory Odyssey: Into the Heart of Our Living World. This…

June School Holidays 2023: Fabulous Fun for Kids and Families

If you’re wondering how it’s possible that we’re almost halfway through the year, you’re not alone. In fact, the June school holidays 2023 begins on Saturday, 27 May! Are you…

:: GIVEAWAY! :: Cruise to the Sweetest Fun with the Sugar Pop Carnival on Genting Dream!

Get ready for sugar, spice, and all things nice as Resorts World Cruises’ Genting Dream celebrates all things sweet, colourful and fun with its first-ever Sugar Pop Carnival! From 17…

12 + 1 Most Family-friendly Cities Around the World to Visit

2023 is the year in which even the most over-cautious worry-warts begin letting their guard down again. In fact, flight searches on Expedia have increased by a whopping 180 per…

March School Holidays 2023: Exciting Experiences for Kids and Families

The March school holidays kick off in just about 10 days’ time. Some of you may be planning a quick family getaway overseas, and we don’t blame you! But if…

A Fabulous Family Getaway at W Singapore – Sentosa Cove (Review + Giveaway)

A month with no public holidays to look forward to seems like the perfect excuse for a staycation. So when W Singapore – Sentosa Cove kindly invited us to stay…

How Children Benefit When You Travel As a Family

Whether you explore your home country or go abroad to discover new locations, going on vacation as a family is a fun and exciting adventure. There are so many options,…

11 Perfect Family-friendly Weekend Staycations in Singapore

With Chinese New Year behind us, it feels like we’re well and truly back to the grindstone. Which means it’s about time to start weaving a getaway or three into…

Going on Shore Excursions with Genting Dream to KL, Penang, & Phuket on a 6D5N Cruise (Review)

Once again, the world is our oyster. Travel lanes are open and there are flights to almost every part of the earth. But if the thought of folding yourself into…

Vibe Hotel Singapore Orchard: Family Vibes Staycation Package (First Look + Review)

There’s a saying to “start as you mean to go on”. With this in mind, the kids and I spent our first official weekend of 2023 enjoying a series of…

Family-friendly Ideas to Fill Long Weekends, School Holidays & Public Holidays 2023

Did you know that there are seven official long weekends to look forward to this year? And as always, if you plan ahead and play your leave cards to coincide…

December 2022: What’s In, Out, and About for Families in Singapore

And just like that, it’s the first day of the last month of the year. Join us on the radar of all things fresh and fun to see, do, eat,…

Revenge Travel: 5 Steps to Creating Independent Little Travellers

“Even my kids want to jump on the revenge travel bandwagon,” one mum remarks. “How do I explain to them that it’s more expensive to travel now compared to pre-Covid…

Christmas 2022: Where to See ‘Snow’ and Get all the Festive Feels in Singapore this Holiday Season

 Yoo-hoo! It’s just one month to the most wonderful time for the year. Are you ready? Read on for our Christmas edition of ideas on things to do and places…

Have a Joyful Christmas with PAW Patrol at City Square Mall this Festive Season!

The PAW Patrol is back for another fun, awesome, and action-packed adventure at City Square Mall this Christmas! “No job is too big, no pup is too small” as Chase,…

19 Year-end School Holiday Activities Worth Your While

The year-end school holiday runs from 19 November to 31 December. There are loads of year-end school holiday activities to keep the kids busy, but it’s what you choose to…

September 2022: What’s In, Out, and About for Families in Singapore

It’s gearing up to be a stupendous September this year, with loads of September school holiday activities and events happening islandwide. Join us as we keep you on the radar…

September School Holidays 2022: Fun activities for Kids and Families

In less than two weeks, it will be the September school holidays. Officially, they start on 3 September and last till 11 September 2022. However local school-going children will be…

23 Father’s Day 2022 Buffets, Set Menus & Takeaway Feasts Fit for a King

Mum gets all the attention on Mother’s Day. What about poor ol’ Dad? Father’s Day 2022 falls on 19 June, right smack in the middle of the school holidays. Take…

Fall in for Camp 1N at the Singapore Discovery Centre, the Best 24 Hours you’ll have with your Kids this Holiday (review)

TL;DR This awesome school holiday camp-cation by the Singapore Discovery Centre is so popular it’s always booked out. But Camp 1N is back this month (till 26 June) and tents…

June 2022: What’s In, Out, and About for Families in Singapore

With the relaxation of COVID-19 restrictions, this month promises non-stop action everywhere you look. Join us as we keep you on the radar of all things fresh and fun to…

15 Family-Friendly Wildlife Adventures in Australia that let you Help Animals

Did you know that Australia has unique wildlife that is not found anywhere else on earth? Now that borders are open to international travellers, it’s a great time to bring…

8 Made For Families Activities and Deals for a Joyful June holiday!

Parents and kids might have been too busy with school and work to spend much time together during the school term. Hence, with the school holidays just around the corner,…

June School Holidays 2022 Activity Guide for Kids & Families in Singapore

School’s out! Well, almost, so it’s time to start planning how to keep the kiddos engaged for a month. You could go adventure camping as a family, dine with dinosaurs,…

Ultimate Bucket List Holiday in Dubai for Families and Kids

With its vast selection of sights, sounds, and experiences, Dubai has something for everyone — from families with young ones to adrenaline junkies and thrill-seekers. Attractions include the world’s largest…

March 2022: School Holiday Fun + What’s In, Out, and About for Families in Singapore

And just like that we’re in month three of 2022! Where did all the days go? And did you spend them well? Fret not. We’re here to keep you on…

7 Awesome Staycations for Families to Play and Learn in 2022

Vaccinated Travel Lanes may be opening up across the world but you may not be comfortable bringing your little ones on flights and across borders. In addition there are also…

‘I Spy’ 36+ Kid-friendly Adventures in Australia 2022

Australia is now welcoming (vaccinated) Singaporeans again and its city playgrounds are ripe for exploration. Families with kids of all ages will stay entertained while building lasting memories. Still, it’s…

School Holidays & Public Holidays 2022: Family Staycations for Each Long Break

We’re glad to share that there will be six official long weekends to look forward to in 2022. Furthermore, by strategically taking leave days (or turning the H in #WFH…

Dynamic December: What’s In, Out, and About for Families in Singapore

There’s always something fresh and fun to see, do, and eat on our little red dot. From the newest playgrounds and pop-ups to world-class productions and family-friendly menus, there’s plenty…

50 Christmas Feasts 2021: The Biggest Family-friendly Festive Feasticle in Town

With Covid-19 restrictions and safe management measures constantly in flux, planning ahead for festive feasts won’t be easy. To help you along, we put together more dine-in and takeaway ideas…

20+ Exciting Year-end School Holiday Activities – Let’s End 2021 on a High!

After more than 11 roller-coaster months, we’re all ready to call it a year. But until 2022 actually rolls around, help your children make precious memories with these exciting year-end…

Noteworthy November: What’s In, Out, and About for Families in Singapore

There’s always something fresh and fun to see, do, and eat on our little red dot. From the newest playgrounds and pop-ups to world-class productions and family-friendly menus, there’s plenty…

September School Holidays 2021: Outdoor & #StayHome Fun for Every Child

Is it just me or has this year literally zoomed past? The September school holidays will be here (4-12 September) in two weeks! While it may be tempting to lock…

Jolly June: School Holiday Activities + What’s In, Out, and About for Families in Singapore

There’s always something fresh and fun to do, see, and eat on our little red dot every month. From the latest playgrounds and pop-up events to world-class stage productions and…

Marvellous March 2021: School Holiday Fun + What’s In, Out, and About for Families in Singapore

There’s always something fresh and fun to do, see, and eat on our little red dot every month. From the latest playgrounds and pop-up events to world-class stage productions and…

Good Riddance to 2020 & Hello to 2021 Long Weekends & Public Holidays!

Can’t wait to wave goodbye to 2020? Start by making plans for 2021! Sadly, there will only be four official long weekends from public holidays to look forward to. That’s…

Christmas 2020: 20++ fun places to find the X’mas Spirit in Singapore this festive season

Can you believe it? It’s Christmas 2020 already. Where did the year go? Whether you’re opting to keep things quiet this year, or planning an all-out celebration to mark the…

Year-end School Holidays 2020: Exciting Activities and Happenings (+ Giveaways!) this Nov-Dec

Good news! The last day of the school year falls on 20 November. For the kids, it means the year-end school holidays 2020 are almost here — yippee! And yes,…

Let British Council Holiday Study Camps Future-proof Your Child

‘Woke’ parents understand that acing exams isn’t everything, and that having a good dose of fun is essential to their children’s happiness. That’s why many parents indulge the kids in…

September School Holidays 2020: Home and Away Fun for Everyone (+ a Giveaway!)

With the MOE school calendar all topsy-turvy this year, you would be forgiven for losing track of the dates. But the kids surely haven’t forgotten that the September school hols…

12 Family-friendly Hotels in Singapore for Staycations 2020

The evolving COVID-19 pandemic may have hobbled travel plans, but that doesn’t mean you’re completely grounded. Gather your restless brood for a quick getaway — sans the inflight anxiety —…

May School Holidays 2020: Cool stay-at-home Activities your Kids can do

The mid-year school holidays in May? Who’d have thought this would happen? But unprecedented circumstances thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic means unprecedented school holiday dates, and the need for unprecedented…

New Zealand with Kids: Fantastic Adventures for the Whole Family

New Zealand is arguably the most beautiful country in the world. It is an amazing place to go on a family adventure, exploring mountains, lakes, meadows, towns and cities. We…

March School Holidays 2020: Great Fun for Kids Indoors and Out!

Perhaps you’ve been keeping your little ones at home after school and on weekends because of the Covid-19 outbreak. Come mid-March though, when the March school holidays 2020 start, we…

Siem Reap with Kids: A Surprisingly Family-friendly Destination

Cambodia may be a backpackers paradise but it’s also an amazing, out-of-the-ordinary place to go on a family holiday with kids. With beautiful scenery, cultural attractions and heartwarming people, Cambodia…

Grand Park City Hall has the most Fabulous Family Rooms and Stylish Suites in the Civic District (Review)

Nestled between centuries-old heritage on one side and flashy modernity on the other, the Grand Park City Hall is easy to miss. It is surrounded by shopping enclaves like Raffles…

Christmas 2019: See Santa, Meet your Favourite Characters, Play in ‘Snow’, Shop at Festive Markets, take IG-worthy X’mas photos, and More!

It’s December! Are you and the kids in the mood for Christmas yet? If you need a little help, here’s where you can meet Santa, experience ‘snowfall’ in Singapore, sing…

November & December School Holidays 2019: 35 Fab Events and Activities not to be missed!

It’s the most wonderful time of the year; the year-end school holidays are here! Six weeks of holidays means six weeks of non-stop fun for the kids. There’s so much…

JW Marriott Singapore South Beach Presents Fun for the Whole Family! (Review + Giveaway)

Situated in downtown Singapore, JW Marriott Singapore South Beach is perhaps best known for its Philippe Starck designer furnishings. It’s also popular among business travellers and well-heeled jetsetters. But did…

A Run-cation at the Bintan Marathon 2019 Family Run

We spent the first weekend of the 2019 September school holidays at the Mandiri Bintan Marathon and I wish I could say that this momma ran a marathon but nah….

September School Holidays 2019: 26 Fun Events and Activities to Keep your Little Ones Busy

It’s the September school holidays again. If your children are attending local schools in Singapore this is the second, and last week-long holiday of the year for them. It’s also…

Park Hotel Clarke Quay: Park Rewards, Staycation Review & Dining Giveaway!

The June school holidays are in full swing and the kids are running riot. Need a breather? How about a relaxing family staycation that lets you earn rewards at the…

Village Hotel Sentosa: the most Family-Friendly Staycation in the State of Fun (Review)

If we have any reservations about the Village Hotel at Sentosa being hands-down the most family- and child-friendly accommodation in the State of Fun, they are quickly dispelled. Kids are…

7 Family Cruises in 2019 Sure to Float Your Boat!

Find your perfect getaway for the entire family at sea with one of these seven specially curated family cruises. You’ll never want to step onto dry land again. A cruise…

:: Giveaway :: Fantastic Family Fun at Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa

Set on idyllic Siloso Beach, Shangri-La’s Rasa Sentosa Resort & Spa is a perennial favourite with families and kids on staycation. We got a first-hand experience of its Family Fun…

Children’s Day 2018: Gear up for Exciting Long Weekend Family-bonding Experiences

Need ideas on what to do and where to go during the Children’s Day 2018 weekend? We’ve got you covered with a host of fun activities and happenings around town…

Exotic Family Travel Destinations for That Once-in-a-Lifetime Vacation

Considering opening your children’s horizons to places beyond Bangkok and Bali? Here are some surprisingly kid-friendly cities to check out in up-and-coming exotic family destinations. If you’re planning ahead to…

Super Family-friendly Attractions and Things to Do in Pattaya

Thanks to expertly curated experiences and seamless bookings via Klook, the SingaporeMotherhood Team got to visit these six family-friendly attractions in Pattaya, Thailand. Usually when we think of vacations in…

20 Activities to Jazz up Your September School Holidays 2017

The third term of the school year is coming to an end. It’s time to start making plans for the upcoming September school holiday week School is officially out from…

5 Family Getaways to Reclaim that Pre-Baby Spark (even with the kids in tow!)

For a parent, going on getaways with the kids is often like — not going on one at all. How many times have you returned home from holidays thinking, ‘Gosh,…