GWK Cultural Park

GWK Cultural Park

The Garuda Wisnu Kencana (GWK) Cultural Park is located almost in the geographical centre of Bali’s Bukit Peninsula. Despite this, the huge statue of Wisnu and Garuda, one of Bali’s most iconic landmarks, can be seen from many vantage points around the island.… Read the rest

Dubai Garden Glow

Dubai Garden Glow

Some things are hard to describe and the experience of Dubai’s Garden Glow is one of them.  Set in a corner of Zabeel Park (not to be confused with the rest of Zabeel Park on the other side of Sheikh Zayed Road), it promises an afternoon of fun and adventure for the whole family.… Read the rest

An Excursion Adventure

Hungry giraffe

The newsletter comes home with a permission slip for the next excursion adventure – Emirates Park Zoo.  A wave of apprehension sweeps over me.  I’m having flashbacks to the last excursion at the Planetarium a few months ago.  I only looked after five children that day and I was completely exhausted afterwards. … Read the rest