Travel used to be about ticking places off a list.
Now, it’s about collecting moments — and snacks — with the people I love (and sometimes just with me).
Travel with kids — or honestly, anyone — is equal parts magic and mayhem.
It’s sandy feet in hotel lobbies. Snack negotiations that could rival peace treaties. And that one shoe no one can ever find.
But it’s also laughter echoing through airport halls.
Sunsets that hush the noise.
And those rare, golden moments when everyone’s smiling at the same time.
In Sidventure Travel, I share family travel guides and stories that show the real side of travel. You’ll find itineraries that actually work, hotels that surprise you in the best ways, and stories that prove “getting there” is half the adventure — and half the chaos.
From floating breakfasts in Bali villas to navigating Tokyo Disneyland queues.
From chasing penguins in New Zealand to road-tripping across Victoria with a car full of crumbs and dreams.
These are the journeys that shape our family — and me.
Whether you’re a planner with colour-coded lists or a “we’ll figure it out at the airport” kind of traveller, I’m here to remind you that travel doesn’t have to be perfect to be unforgettable.
Because in the end, it’s not about escaping life.
It’s about remembering how good it can be — one laugh, one meltdown, one breathtaking view at a time, through family travel guides and stories that reflect real life.
Every journey tells a story — and these are mine.
After a long, heat-filled day in Ubud, Bebek Teba Sari offered exactly what we needed — a floating gazebo, rice fields glowing at dusk, comforting food, and the rare luxury of not having to decide anything. This wasn’t about spectacle or trends. It was about space, softness, and letting the day settle.
A family-friendly ATV ride through Bali’s jungle that delivered mud, laughter, and unforgettable memories — from toddlers to grandparents.
On our final night in Ubud, we wandered with no plan and found Pasir — a calm, flavour-driven restaurant blending Balinese ingredients with Mediterranean technique. Thoughtful dishes, a warm upstairs space, and one unforgettable dessert made this an unplanned meal we still talk about. A quiet standout in Ubud’s dining scene.
Truntum Kuta was our gentle landing in Bali — a beachfront stay that made travelling with kids feel easy. With multiple pools, cultural activities, reliable dining, and a walkable location, it offered comfort, convenience, and space to simply be together.
From visas and arrival forms to money tips, internet, and packing smart for landing day — this Bali arrival guide covers the small things that make a big difference. A calm, mum-approved checklist to help you land relaxed and ready to enjoy your holiday.
Kuta was our soft landing into Bali. With two young kids and tired bodies fresh from Melbourne, we kept things slow — pool days, rainy swims, easy meals, and moments that didn’t ask us to rush. This is how Kuta gave us the gentlest beginning to our Bali story.
Tegenungan Waterfall is one of the most accessible waterfalls near Ubud — but with kids, access is only half the story. This is our honest experience visiting Tegenungan with children, navigating the heat, the steps, and why pairing it with Omma Dayclub turned a potentially exhausting stop into one of our most balanced Ubud days.
Travelling to Ubud with kids? Sangeh Monkey Forest offers a calmer alternative to the busy Ubud Monkey Forest — with gentler monkeys, shaded paths, included water and food, and room to explore at your own pace. A monkey experience that feels balanced, respectful, and genuinely enjoyable for families.
Ubud with kids isn’t all calm yoga mornings and jungle serenity — it’s waterfalls that demand effort, swings that test patience, monkeys that surprise you, and moments of quiet relief when you least expect them. This is our honest, lived-in guide to doing Ubud as a family — what worked, what didn’t, and how we found joy in the in-between.
Hi, I’m Sid
Mum | Foodie | Explorer | Writer
Somewhere between lunchboxes, laundry, and toddler tantrums at airport security, I lost “Sid” and became just “Ma.” Eat Play Travel with Sid is my journey back, through food that feeds the soul, laughter that fills the room, and adventures that remind me who I am (and how much chocolate counts as self-care).
- Sid
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