Online gaming is now an integral part of a child’s upbringing. Gone are the days of simply turning off the tv and screentime was over. Whether it’s Minecraft, Fortnite or the increasingly popular Roblox, one thing is for certain, your kids will be addicted to one or all of them at some point. With over 150 Million users each month, the question of – is Roblox safe for kids – is certainly relevant. After some considerable research, the answer I’ve reached is yes, but… That’s a yes with the provision that you as a parent invest the time to understand the traps, as well as educate and monit ..read more

Looking for something to do with the kids in Hong Kong? Take advantage of the missing tourists and become one yourself! Guarantee the kids will love the Cable car to Ngong Ping, topped off by an interesting hike back through the forest on the Rescue Trail. A 5.7km trail full of ups and downs. Start your journey at the Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car While you can hike this trail either way (or both ways for the die-hards!) the easiest and most scenic is to ride the Cable Car from Tung Chung one way to Ngong Ping and hike back.  Start your day at Tung Chung, if arriving by MTR the direction ..read more

It’s no secret that Hong Kong is an expensive place to live in. Well, that is now confirmed according to Mercer’s cost of living survey for 2020. Hong Kong wins the undesirable prize of the most expensive city in the world for expatriates, which certainly flows over for local families here too. Follow our tips below to be savvy with your money and not only save a few cents but more importantly, empower your kids with some financial literacy. Discounts when dining out in Hong Kong Why pay full price for that meal when with a bit of planning, you can not only secure a booking but claim ..read more

Looking for a relatively easy hike with some cheeky wildlife to observe? Then head to Kam Shan Country Park, a relatively short drive from the heart of Kowloon. Here you’ll find a family-friendly trail packed with wild monkeys, hence earning the name Monkey Hill. How to get to Monkey Hill • Bus – Take the 81 KMB (double-decker) bus from Nathan Road and get off at Shek Lei Pui Reservoir.  • Car – While you can drive your car into the park (except during holidays) I don’t recommend it. There are only a few parking spots after you cross the reservoir wall, so instead, park at ..read more

Situated a short ferry ride from Hong Kong Island, Lamma Island is perfect for hiking with the kids. There are a couple of route options depending on your little one’s ability and sense of adventure. Getting there The only way to reach Lamma Island is by ferry. You have two main Ports on the Island served by the ferries. The hike takes you from one port across the island to the other. The options are from • Central Pier 4: Most frequent services run to Yung Shue Wan. Services also operate to Sok Kwu Wan. Timetable from Central • Aberdeen: Yung Shue Wan only (via Mo Tat Wan) approximately ..read more

While some great movies are being created nowadays, we forget just how many classic movies from our youth are worth sharing with your kids. Sure, they weren’t made with fancy High Definition surround sound etc, but I guarantee that some of these movies which you MUST show your kids will have them wanting more! How far back are we talking here? I draw the line at Black and White movies, that’s going too far back. I feel that most of the best classic movies are from the 1980s and ’90s. Tired of the blank stares from the kids when quoting some of the many lines from the classic movies from ..read more

I can’t believe it’s taken me 15 years to visit Rhino Rock in Stanley! What started as a last-minute, let’s get out of the house decision, proved to be such a fun hike for our family here in Hong Kong. Highly recommended! Rhino rock family hike - where do i start? I have classified this hike as easy, as it’s relatively short. It is, however, not without its challenges which I’ll describe a little later. The starting point to the Rhino rock hike is at the Stanley Fort, about 2 kilometres from Stanley Plaza. Established in 1841 by the British, Stanley Fort was once a coastal artillery desi ..read more

Games to play with LEGO Are the kids bored? Sick of playing the same games? Bring out the Lego! Lego games are a great way to entertain the family on rainy, polluted, or steaming hot days in Hong Kong. You can let the kids loose on the Lego pile and see what their little minds create. Check out some of our great Lego game ideas below. Create a Lego Marble Maze Starting with a Lego baseplate, firstly build a wall around the perimeter leaving a gap at the top and bottom. Following that, create your maze inside, providing enough space for the marble to move through. Who can create the t ..read more

Owning a car in Hong Kong, while certainly not a necessity, is a reasonably affordable luxury. More expensive than the US, UK, or Australia, but far cheaper than somewhere like Singapore.  Due to reasonably cheap vehicle transfer fees ($1000), people here change their cars every couple of years. For that reason, second-hand cars are quite affordable.  Before you go out and purchase a car, have a read of these tips for car ownership in Hong Kong first. Getting your Drivers Licence in Hong Kong I assume there are two Categories of readers here. Those without a Driver Licence at ..read more

Once you’ve decided to get out on the roads here in Hong Kong, the next step is the daunting task of purchasing a car. Owning a car in Hong Kong, while certainly not a necessity, is a reasonably affordable luxury. Due to cheap vehicle transfer fees ($1000), people here change their cars every couple of years. For that reason, second-hand cars are quite affordable. First, have a read here about what’s involved in getting on the road here in Hong Kong. After that, let us delve into what are the tips and traps when purchasing a car. 7 considerations about Used Car Ownership in Hong Kong T ..read more