January 2014
features
34 TRAVEL-WRITING COMPETITION
WINNER!
TI AMO SICILY
Sicily is renowned for its stunning
beaches and rich cultural heritage;
however, this family fell in love with this
little enchanting island because of its
warm, Southern Italian hospitality… and
delicious food.
36 SOLO FLIGHT
Would you send your son or daughter
on a plane halfway around the world,
without you?
46 WALKING ON ICELAND
One mum recounts the summer she
took her family on a field trip to the Land
of Fire and Ice.
52
ROCKY MOUNTAIN ROAD TRIP
A big road trip with young kids is quite
an undertaking. But with careful
planning, it can be the adventure of a
lifetime.
56
SHHH! IT’S NYEPI IN BALI
This is your chance to meet colossal
ogres and help them fight demons in an
ultimate battle of good versus evil. It’s a
celebration of monsters, demons and…
silence.
58 LESSER-KNOWN LONDON
Museums, parks and the opportunity to
travel from the East to the West in an
instant all await you in London.
62
TAKING TIME IN TAMIL NADU
From caves and carvings to foodie
feasts and fishing villages, Tamil
Nadu makes an enthralling holiday
destination.
66 READY, STEADY, SKI!
With ski season in full swing, now is the
time to plan your trip and experience
the exhilaration of a holiday on snow.
70
SYDNEY WITH THE SPROGS
An off-season sojourn down under
provides an affordable family escape.
74
HAPPY HOME
Peek inside one Hong Kong family’s
home.
80
HOLIDAY TIME
The latest looks for the holiday season
are 100 per cent relaxed. It’s all about
creating style with attitude.
104 LAST WORD
When travelling, at least try to get to the
correct continent, implores father-of-
three Nury Vittachi.
SYDNEYWITH
THE SPROGS
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