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The epitome of luxury and impeccable service, Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore, is home away from home, not just for business travellers but also for holidaying families with children.

…it’s an experience your kids won’t forget. Dress like mermaids or unicorns and dine like your kid’s favourite movie characters at these themed eateries around the region. By SASHA GONZALES

Here’s what to think about before making your first family vacation plans with hubby and baby – so that everyone can have fun.

Entertaining your little ones during the school holidays can burn a big hole in your pocket. JASSMIN PETER-BERNTZEN susses out great places to play that won’t cost you a cent.

Does your child want to go trick-or-treating as a superhero, a monster, or a character from his favourite cartoon or movie? Keep this list of costume and accessory stores handy. By SASHA GONZALES

Putting together a memorable celebration for your little one can be exhausting. LYNN WEE rounds up some of the best companies that take the stress out of party planning.

Singer Tay Kewei grabbed our attention by sharing her labour video online and throwing a gangster-themed first-month party. But what we really want to know is, what’s baby #ShenMo’s real name? By LYNN WEE

With its amazing themed rooms, a stay at this Hong Kong hotel feels like a holiday within a holiday,

Beat the mid-year heat at these water-based theme parks around the region.