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Category: City Break

City Breaks are great for exploring culture and food in a city. They are important even in planning an itinerary to a new country, because chances are that you would be flying into the main city to start your journey.

City Break posts on my blog include travel tips on how best to take in the top sights in a city, best activities to do in that city, food and stay recommendations.

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How to visit Alcatraz Prison: Travel Tips + Review

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on February 25, 2026March 1, 2026

One of the rewarding experiences in San Francisco is a visit to Alcatraz Prison. Here are my top tips and guide on how to visit Alcatraz Prison.

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Muscat with kids is a good addition to any Oman itinerary
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Things to do in Muscat: Explore Oman’s capital with kids

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on February 6, 2026February 6, 2026

This Muscat 2 day itinerary offers a comprehensive guide for families looking for best things to do in Muscat city.

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15+ Attractions In London That Are Fun For Kids & Adults Alike!

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on January 30, 2026June 17, 2026

One of the world’s most cosmopolitan cities, there is something in London for everyone. Read on for the best attractions in London for kids. Immerse into history, culture and entertainment with your family.

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Dubrovnik in one day
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One Perfect Day in Dubrovnik, Croatia

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on December 27, 2025May 2, 2026

Dubrovnik town is an UNESCO World Heritage Site by the Adriatic Sea in Croatia. It has enough history and beauty to occupy anyone for 2-3 days, but here is an itinerary for one day in Dubrovnik.

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Reykjavik in one day: Explore the northernmost capital in the world

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on December 26, 2025July 6, 2026

The best things to do in Reykjavik can be covered over a day. Reykjavik is cool, joyous, a modern city with vibrant nightlife, with nice cafes and quirky street art. See this guide on Reykjavik sightseeing.

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We enjoyed teamLab Planets far more than Borderless.
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teamLab Borderless vs Planets: Which one is better suited for you?

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on December 13, 2025April 18, 2026

teamLab Borderless and teamLab Planets are 2 distinct Digital Art Museums in Tokyo. If you are figuring between teamLab Borderless vs Planets, read about our experiences at both these art museums, and decide which one is better suited for you.

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About me

Hi! I am Shweta, the zest of this blog :-).

I have always been passionate about travel and immersing in new experiences. Having been to over 45 countries, the idea behind this blog is to bring family-friendly itineraries and tips, destinations, and luxury stays to the readers. My belief is that family travel needn’t be boring and one can do a mix of local culture & food, adventure activities and relaxation, all with family.

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