Top 5 Family Destinations

1. Japan

It’s clean, safe, and rich with kid-friendly museums and public events all over the country, especially Tokyo, where you can explore the nearby Disneyland and theme parks galore with unique activities all the family can enjoy. And many of them are cheap and most of the time free for children.

Then, there is Kyoto, which is filled with tons of educational experiences and heaps of attractions (17 UNESCO sites) to enchant children and help everyone to have fun. No matter the age or size of your family, you will be fascinated with the hands-on cultural lessons at temples and shrines in cities like Kyoto and Nara.

Moreover, Japan is the birthplace of anime, which many of your kids will undoubtedly adore the cartoonish fantasy throughout the country. When it comes to accommodation, you will find everywhere you go from western style child-size amenities to traditional tatami mats. So its definitely one of the few family-friendly countries to add to your bucket list this year.

 

 

 

 

2. Malaysia

If you are new to Asia, or simply looking for a fabulous family destination that is easy to navigate with the most English speakers, head to Malaysia! Malaysia is a mix of ethnicities, religions and cultures as well as a great place to enjoy diversity while exploring wildlife, huge parks, museums, beaches and city life.

Kuala Lumpur is one of the best places for families to visit since there is a huge park area in the center with the biggest playgrounds. The capital city also has beautiful theme parks to walk around and a Bird Park where you kids will have many chances to get close and learn about the birds including an aquarium, a discovery Centre that has fun science museum and gigantic Petronas Twin Towers with many eating options.

Likewise, in Kota Kinabalu, you can take a cultural expedition to the Monsopiad Heritage Village, visit the underwater world at Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, and spot an array of wildlife at Lok Kawi Wildlife Park, which has the crowd-pleasing long-nosed proboscis monkeys. What is more? The Malaysian state of Sabah and the island of Langkawi is also has something for all ages from nature spotting to cultural shows, where kids can enjoy merrily with variety of activities.

 

3. Singapore

A visit to the Singapore with family should definitely be on your list considering the plethora of new things it has to offer when it comes to a family-friendly destination, particularly it make things more easier when English is the common tongue of many Malay, Chinese and Indian locals.

From jam-packed amazing attractions to wide variety of yummy foods, Singapore is one of the favorites among families that stand out as the best holiday destination. Stroll along a collection of beaches and theme parks (e.g. Universal Studios) and more at the family-paradise, Sentosa Island. Discover a hundreds of trees and plants wandering around the Gardens by the Bay. Explore colorful neighborhoods such as Chinatown and Little India eating at a hawker food vendor and make a thrilling visit to the nocturnal animal kingdom at the Singapore Night Safari so on and so forth, as there are loads of things to do in here that can keep both you and the kids happy and entertained.

Over and above, public transportation system, many hotels, majority of malls and nearly all restaurants in Singapore have excellent child-friendly facilities you can hardly expect from most of the Asian countries.  So, next time don’t treat it as just a quick stopover!  But step inside and see how it really came into its own as one of the top family-friendly destinations.

 

4. Indonesia

Well, who would have thought? If you are looking for an easy cheesy yet an affordable family-friendly getaway to visit while still having the benefit of experiencing different cultures, Indonesia is the perfect destination in its own right! Indonesia attracts many tourists throughout the year but when it comes to toddler-friendly options, Bali, Gili, and Flores are enough to have any family hypnotized. The kids can keep the fun going on actively engaging with plentiful attractions at myriad places.

Discover the child-friendly Bali in no time by riding Waterslides and splashing into pools at the Waterbom Aquapark, exploring wildlife at the largest animal theme park, Bali Safari & Marine Park, and making the most of the various live puppet shows, and hiking to close to hand monkey forest at culture-loving Ubud.

When you want to relax in the sunshine on sandy beaches, head to Gili islands, which is a short boat ride away from Bali where you can soak in slow pace of island life while the kids splash in the sea.

Meanwhile, don’t miss the multi-day boat tour through the famous Komodo National Park in the island of Flores, if you’re prepared to travel further afield with your family. Its worth exploring for a few days with lots of opportunities to see the world’s largest Komodo dragons, trek to some epic viewpoints, swim with underwater wildlife and enjoy breathtaking sunsets over the crystal clear blue water. However, if you need an extra pair of hands to join in your outings to take care of your tot, you can easily book a nanny or babysitter from the hotels that have buggy friendly facilities.

 

5. New Zealand

May not sound new to you if I recommend as one of the best family friendly destinations. In fact, this magical country is beloved for ages now and one of the cleanest countries in the world, which every parent can appreciate. Let me start with the kids-favorite middle earth! Actually, it’s my favorite too! Ha-ha! Well, there is no age for the film series as everyone enjoys it. And maybe that’s why you should visit The Lord of the Rings filming locations, from Mordor to Hobbiton as your first stop. Head to Weta Workshop in Wellington, where kids can learn all about incredible filmmaking experiences. Along the way, don’t forget to check out six stories of the national museum, Te Papa as well for free at the same city. There are plenty of great activities for kids in this dramatic country.

The glowworm caves at Waitomo who light your way like tiny blue stars is one of the favorites, kids will be enthralled by. The Hot Water Beach on the Coromandel Peninsula definitely kicks it up a notch to have fun building sandcastles and relax in the bubbling pools.

If your family is more into outdoorsy, hire a campervan and explore the kid-friendly camping sites all over the country at your own pace, but make sure to buy a guide to spot camp grounds while staying in comfortable and safe. All in all, New Zealand is a very family-friendly country that offers the right conveniences and comforts, which you will never be jaded of visiting as a family.