Overseas Holiday Destinations with Kids, Guaranteed Fun!
It's almost the end of 2023, Ballers, with only one month left! As the year draws to a close, there are more plans for trips with family and friends. Especially traveling abroad, which certainly offers a different experience from domestic travel.
However, you need to consider tourist destinations if you plan to travel abroad with family. In this article, you can find several international tourist destinations that are friendly for all ages, including children. Explore the child-friendly places below in more detail.
1. Legoland Discovery Center Hong Kong
Location: Shop B131-133 B1, K11 MUSEA Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Ticket price: Rp450,000 - Rp500,000,-
When vacationing with children, amusement parks are a must-visit destination. Legoland in Hong Kong is an indoor amusement park specially designed for children. Adults must bring at least 1 child (aged 11 or under) into the play area.
Inside Legoland, there are 10 exciting play zones for you to explore. An interesting fact about this amusement park is that LEGO miniature replicas of Hong Kong's best attractions and landmarks are built with over 1.5 million LEGOs! Some of them are the Star Ferry and Central Pier.
Children can learn to create their own LEGO models with the guidance of a Master Model Builder. Various other fun activities include building a dream city with 5 new friends, seeing favorite animated characters in 4D, and shopping for Legoland souvenirs.
2. SEA Life Bangkok
Location: Siam Paragon Building, B1, B2 Floor, 991, Bangkok
Ticket price: Starting from Rp439,800,-
Take your children to play and learn at SEA Life, Bangkok! Formerly known as Siam Ocean World, this aquarium is famous as one of the largest in the world! It has over 400 aquatic species and 30,000 marine creatures.
Although it is recommended to spend 2 hours here, you can still enjoy the beauty of this underwater world as long as you want. From sharks to otters and interactive installations, SEA Life Bangkok is suitable for everyone, both children and adults.
The little ones can play and learn by exploring 8 underwater zones. One of the most popular zones for tourists is the Ocean Tunnel, which is an underwater tunnel. Here, you feel as if you are in underwater life. Meet various types of fish such as eagle rays, sand tiger sharks, and blacktip reef sharks swimming around you.
In addition to meeting marine animals, this educational Bangkok tour for families also features the Penguin Ice Playground zone. You can see gentoo penguins, which are the third largest penguins in the world. Visitors can watch penguin attractions in a zone made to resemble Antarctica, complete with a replica of snow.
For those who love a challenge, try the Shark Dive attraction. You will be invited to dive with sharks. Of course, you will be equipped with safety gear and assisted by professional guides.
3. Madame Tussauds Bangkok
Location: Siam Discovery, 989 Rama I Rd, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Ticket price: Starting from Rp200,000,-
Madame Tussauds Krung Thep Maha Nakhon is a branch of the wax museum from the London-based Madame Tussauds. This museum is an innovative tourist destination, offering a new experience for tourists. Currently, the Madame Tussauds Bangkok branch is located on the 6th floor of the Siam Discovery shopping center in Bangkok, Thailand.
The museum features life-sized wax figures of prominent figures in politics, sports, music, cinema, and history. This makes Madame Tussauds Bangkok an embodiment of fascinating artistic realism. The meticulous details capture not only the physical likeness but also the essence of these figures.
Some of the figures whose wax statues you can find are Albert Einstein, Angelina Jolie, Bruce Lee, Leonardo DiCaprio, and Beyoncé. Not only that, there is also a meritorious figure from Indonesia, Ir. Soekarno! There are also many other world political figures, world thinkers, and important people in the modern economic world.
Visitors can take as many photos as they like with these wax figures and explore the various exhibitions and interactive activities throughout the museum.
Tickets to Madame Tussauds Bangkok can be purchased online or directly at the museum entrance. The museum offers standard admission tickets and also various packages that include additional attractions or services, such as private guided tours or souvenir photo opportunities.
4. Hong Kong Disneyland
Location: Lantau Island, Hong Kong
Ticket price: Starting from Rp1,300,000,-
Who doesn't know the legendary Disney cartoon characters? Both children and adults, Hong Kong Disneyland is a favorite tourist destination for many. Although there are several Disneyland branches in Asia, Hong Kong Disneyland is the closest to Indonesia. The journey from Jakarta to Hong Kong only takes 7 hours, and Indonesian tourists don't even need a visa to visit.
Although the area is not too large, Disneyland still maximizes the variety of rides available. Children are guaranteed not to get bored as they can easily spend a full day exploring all areas.
Another thing that makes this Disneyland special is the presence of the world's only World of Frozen. World of Frozen is a thematic area inspired by the movie Frozen. Here, children can enjoy the atmosphere as if they are in Arendelle, the kingdom where Elsa and Anna come from. In addition, there is also the Frozen Suite, a special room designed with complete Frozen decorations and ornaments. There are exclusive Frozen merchandise that you can take home as souvenirs.
Besides World of Frozen, there is also Toy Story Land, themed after the Pixar animated movie, Toy Story. This is the first Toy Story Land in Asia and the most complete in the world! There are 6 different rides, compared to Walt Disney World in Florida, which only has 3 rides.
5. Universal Studio Singapore
Location: 8 Sentosa Gateway, Singapore 098269
Ticket price: Starting from Rp900,000,-
It feels incomplete if you don't visit the tourist favorite in Singapore, Universal Studio! The first Universal Studios theme park in Southeast Asia and the second in Asia. Located in a vast area, this park offers various shows, rides, and attractions based on iconic Universal Studios films, from Madagascar, Despicable Me, to Jurassic Park.
In addition to zones and rides based on popular movie characters, this theme park is known for its various interesting zones, such as replicas of the Hall of Fame and landmarks of American cities, along with exciting rides and the iconic Universal Studios globe.
There are more than 20 rides offered, so spending a full day feels insufficient. However, if you're worried! The waiting time for each ride is only around 10 minutes. You can efficiently explore all areas at once.
Well, there are some rides that must be on your wishlist. Some of them are Battlestar Galactica: HUMAN vs. CYLON in Sci-Fi City, where you can try a high-speed roller coaster. Want to venture into space? You can visit Sesame Street Spaghetti Space Chase in the New York area!
In addition, there are also the Puss in Boots’ Giant Journey ride in Far Far Away, Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure in The Lost World, and TRANSFORMERS The Ride: The Ultimate 3D Battle in Sci-Fi City, which provide different visual and action experiences for visitors.
If you don't want to try the rides, there are various shows you can watch at Universal Studios Singapore. From performances by famous animated characters to fireworks shows. For example, Sesame Street Goes Bollywood, a colorful Bollywood-style musical performance featuring Sesame Street characters, or Lake Hollywood Spectacular, a fireworks show with magnificent musical arrangements. Finally, there's WaterWorld, a thrilling blockbuster film performance.
6. Singapore Zoo
Location: 80 Mandai Lake Rd, Singapore 729826
Ticket price: Rp560,000,-
With an area of 26 hectares, Singapore Zoo has been a wildlife attraction for over four decades with a diverse range of mammals, reptiles, birds, and more. Even unknown to some, Singapore Zoo is also home to RepTopia — one of the newest exhibits featuring over 60 different types of reptiles and amphibians!
There are 11 different zones, each offering an immersive experience into the wild. This place is an ideal destination for families, as it offers both entertainment and fun learning for children. They can enjoy learning about animal life firsthand.
Don't forget to take the children to explore the Kidz Ranger Tour, where they can interact with and feed falabella while learning to be zookeepers.
If you want to visit Singapore Zoo, it's better to go during the dry season for more comfort because it's an open area. Wear comfortable clothes and footwear and bring a refillable water bottle. Then, you can buy a package ticket along with Jurong Bird Park. You can visit it after finishing your adventure at Singapore Zoo.
7. Studio Ghibli Museum
Location: 1 Chome-1-83 Shimorenjaku, Mitaka, Tokyo 181-0013, Japan
Ticket price: Starting from Rp150,000,-
Fans of famous Studio Ghibli works must come here! The Ghibli Museum Japan, located in Mitaka, Tokyo, is an unforgettable tourist destination for animation fans. Designed directly by Hayao Miyazaki himself, the museum originated from his idea to show the animation production process to fans and the general public.
Not only does it display an art gallery, but it also provides various interesting facilities such as exclusive exhibition rooms, a mini-theater, a special souvenir shop, a café with film-inspired food, and a garden that captivates visitors with statues of iconic characters from Ghibli films.
However, please note that you cannot buy tickets directly at the venue. So, you need to plan far in advance to book tickets. A visit to this museum provides an unforgettable experience for fans of animated art and Studio Ghibli films.
Typically, ticket sales begin on the 10th for visits the following month. For example, if you plan to visit between December 1st and 31st, tickets can only be purchased starting from November 10th.
Now, it's time for you to start deciding on your travel destinations and planning your itinerary! Don't forget to ensure all necessary equipment is ready, because an exciting holiday experience begins with proper preparation.
One important thing to make your trip easier is choosing the right suitcase or travel bag. With suitcases and bags from the Baller collection, you'll be more prepared to create unforgettable moments with your family wherever your holiday destination may be.
