As a regular guest of the luxurious Park Hyatt Zurich, I’m always interested in what is cooking in the award-winning parkhuus restaurant kitchen – and not just because the food is delicious. It’s Executive Chef Frank Widmer’s innovative approach that appeals to me. A few years ago, it was the delicious and healthful Beauty, Brain, and …
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Jet lag is characterized by various psychological and physiological effects, such as fatigue and irritability, following a long flight through several time zones (source: Merriam Webster). Jet lag can make travel tough, and when you are traveling with kids, it’s even more challenging. After almost two decades of family travel, I’ve developed a few strategies …
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After a few disappointing experiences flying Air Canada Premium Economy, I was curious about the Premium Economy experience on other airlines. So, I booked Cathay Pacific Boeing 777 Premium Economy from Vancouver to Hong Kong. With close to fifteen hours of flying time, I was hopeful. Cathay Pacific Premium Economy Experience at the Airport Cathay …
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We have been traveling to Europe for a decade, and Italy is often on our family travel itinerary. For adults, rich culture, passionate locals, and fabulous food and wine make Italy a first-class destination. For kids, Ferrari shops, piazzas to run around in (some with carousels), and gelato shops on what seems like every corner …
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If you are traveling to or through Europe with the kids, you have likely considered London, Paris, and Barcelona – the top three most visited cities in Europe. But where else should you go? Based on a decade of traveling throughout Europe with our children, these five family-friendly European cities are worth a visit. Munich, …
Our local guide pulled the Polaris UTV (Ultimate Terrain Vehicle) off the rugged trail and under the shade of a palm-like Pandanus tree. We had stopped near Pu’u Ali’i, meaning hill of chiefs in Hawaiian, to learn more about where water used to flow on Lanai. Here we heard how non-native plants and animals transformed …
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After our first family trip to Vietnam in January 2016 – we stayed at Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi and explored Vietnam’s intriguing capital city – I wanted to see more of the country. In January 2017, we traveled to Huế and Hoi An in central Vietnam. Huế, Vietnam, also known as the Imperial City, was …
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An excellent (and exclusive) ski destination, Lech Zürs am Arlberg in Austria’s westernmost province of Vorarlberg is also world-class during the summer season. Sparkling mountain lakes, glacier-fueled streams, and lush alpine meadows draw tourists from all over the world. And the family hiking in Lech is excellent with family-run hotels, accessible trails, and traditional mountain huts …
After exploring the temples in Angkor Park and the touristic city of Siam Reap, we planned to see more of Cambodia on a day trip with Smiling Albino – a destination management company specializing in customizable and unique experiences throughout Southeast Asia. Smiling Albino’s sample adventures from Siem Reap include cycling, hiking, and kayaking. We …
Our five cyclos (xe xích lô in Vietnamese) rumbled through Hue’s buzzing streets towards Bến Ngự market. These three-wheeled bicycle taxis appeared in Vietnam in the 1930’s and are still a transportation option in some parts of the country. We often travelled single file, following Chef Thuy from La Residence Hue Hotel and Spa. She was leading …
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There are many factors to consider when selecting a hotel including reputation, amenities, and location. When we chose the Four Seasons Hong Kong for our first visit to the city, we didn’t give much thought to location, apart from that fact that the award-winning hotel overlooks the harbour in Hong Kong. After getting to know …
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With 38 flights covering close to 90,000 km and 10 countries in Asia, Europe and North America, 2016 was a year full of discovery, connection, and learning. From miles of memories, these are our top family travel experiences of 2016. Venturing in Hanoi, Vietnam In Vietnam’s capital city, there are almost as many motorcycles as …
Air travel during the holidays is hectic. After over a decade of family travel during the holiday season, these air travel tips will help make your experience more enjoyable. 1. Travel with Only Carry-On If at all possible, pack light and travel with only carry-on luggage. In the past, we’ve spent almost four weeks on …
As a user of Susanne Kaufmann’s amazing nature-inspired health & beauty products, I was thrilled to stay at her property, the Hotel Post Bezau, in the Bregenzerwald region of Vorarlberg, Austria. Location Hotel Post Bezau Flower-filled alpine meadows, evergreen forests, and hiker-friendly mountains flank the idyllic town of Bezau and the award-winning Hotel Post. This nature-rich …
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On our last family trip to Asia, we flew BusinessFirst on a United Airlines 787 Dreamliner from San Francisco to Osaka, Japan. This innovative Boeing 787 airplane was engineered to reduce jet-lag and the 12-hour flight to Osaka, not to mention the 17-hour time change, seemed like an excellent opportunity to test this out. United …
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