Wednesday, December 17, 2008

BYOkids update 17.11.08

Last chance! Christmas school holidays online accommodation Deals starting at just $23. If you are searching for somewhere to accommodate the family we've gathered up some online specials. These specials include caravan park sites from $23 Cabins from $75, Hotels from $95, Beach houses from $170, Apartments from $100. Rates start at just $23 ...click here. If you are heading to the Gold Coast visit whitewater world, Dreamworld, Movie World, Sea World, Australian Outback Spectacular or wet-n-wild during your stay buy your theme parks online and get express entry click here...

Need a break? looking for a kids club resort. Check out the BYOkids kids club page with links to information on the best kids clubs in Australia, Asia and the South Pacific. You'll find the best family resorts like Sea World Resort, Paradise Resort, Fiji's Shangri-La, Bali Dynasty resort, Naviti Resort, Le Lagon, Bali Dynasty Resort, Club Andaman Beach Resort, Phuket , Sonaisali Island Resort and more... click here to check out the kids club resorts on offer

Kids Cruise free deal - The Mediterranean shipping companies fleet of 11 modern ships cruise the delightful ports of the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Caribbean, South America and Ocean Voyages. Best of all kids under 18 cruise free in selected cabins when sharing with 2 adults. Cruises are fantastic value for money and the perfect holiday for families with entertainment for everyone including a kids club. Find out more...

Win a Weeride co-pilot bike -Everyone loves summer. Whether you want to take off on your bike or head to the beach we have prizes to suit. Your little ones will love this co-pilot bike. It attaches to an adults bike and makes longer rides a breeze for kids. enter via our comps page...

Hong Kong Disneyland deal - Take the kids to magical Disneyland in 2009. Hong Kong Disneyland is located on lantau island approx 45 mins from Hong Kong. The Hollywood hotel is right next door and is perfect for families with a range of restaurants, expansive gardens, pools and lots of Disney characters appearing in the foyer and venues. The kids can experience Disneyland and then take in the culture of this wonderful Asian destination. Whilst in Hong Kong take the kids to Ocean Park, on the Peak tram, to the zoo and explore the wonderful markets and sights of Hong Kong. Ready to book or want to know more? Order your free Disney Parks brochure click here

Sunshine Coast Resorts on sale - 2 nights from $250 Choose from a range of resorts including Ivory Palms Noosa, Seacove Coolum, Nautilus Mooloolaba, Clearwater Noosa, Langley Park Maroochydore, Coolum @ the Beach, Noosa Sun Motel, Beachfront Towers, M1 Maroochydore, The Sebel Noosa, Metzo Noosa and heaps more...there is still limited availability over christmas and the new year...ONLINE DEAL click here Whilst on the coast you must visit Australia Zoo buy your tickets online and save waiting in the ticketing queues ..click here

Want to do something different with the kids next holidays? Want adventure? Want to spend time together as a family exploring this great world plus come home with the best holiday snaps in the office! Then go on whats stopping you. We've had the most wonderful adventures with our kids, we've cruised jungle streams in Borneo looking for Orangutans, gotten within 1 metre of 10 wild elephants, trekked to the hill tribes of Sapa, swam with baby elephants in a jungle stream, visited the head hunting tribes of Sarawak, sat on tigers in Thailand, gone night spotting for bird eating spiders in the Taman Nagara, walked the Great Wall of China, spent time with giant pandas in Chengdu, strolled the fishing villages of Macau and so much more. What wonderful times we've shared that can never be taken from us. If you're clan need adventure then we can hlep call us today. Check out just some of the adventure tours available click here or let us tailor a tour for your family. To order a free brochure on family adventure touring click here...

Shangri-La Fijian Resort - includes 2 free nights plus kids stay, play and eat free *KIDS CLUB* 6 nights from $1430 per adult and $670 per child (taxes included) Children 11 years and under eat free. Shangri La Fijian Resort is located on the private 109 acre island of Yanuca, Fiji. The Shangri - La Fijian Resort caters for children with an abundance of activities to entertain all day. The Resorts kids club is renowned for being one of the best in the South Pacific. A choice of 4 restaurants and 6 bars caters to all tastes, nightly entertainment, 3 swimming pools and an inviting swimming beach make this a perfect family holiday. Find out more..

Disneyland Resort Mickey & Oscar Package!, America - Dreams come true at Disneyland. Take the kids on a magical journey. Flights, accom, sightseeing from $2300 per adult $1700 per child (taxes additional) This deal includes 4 nights accommodation, flights and tours of Universal Studios, Disneyland entry and a grand tour of LA. Fantastic fun and entertainment for the whole family. Find out more... Order your free Disney Parks brochure click here

Harry Potter in the Cotswolds - Do your kids love Harry Potter? Are they fascinated by the magic and mystique of Harry and his Hogwarts friends. Take a trip to London for all things Harry Potter. Follow Harry's footsteps around the set of Hogwarts at Oxford University. Scenes from CS Lewis, Tolkien and Lewis Caroll come to life in medieval Oxford. Extend your stay in England by joining a family tour of London or head to Europe to explore.

Sydney Taronga Zoo - Your visit to Sydney, Australia is not complete without a day out to Taronga Zoo. Situated on the foreshore of Sydney’s magnificent harbor Taronga Zoo has something for everyone, showcasing more than 350 different species of animals, and over 2600 individual animals, both from Australia and across the world. A new baby has just been born at the Zoo so take a visit and see the new baby hippopotamus. A range of experiences are available Buy your tickets online now Need accommodation in Sydney click here

Take the family to Le Meridien Vanuatu *KIDS CLUB* where kids under 12 eat free. Package includes airfares, accommodation, breakfast daily and kids eat free. Prices start at $1366 per adult $620 per child ex Brisbane. Le Meridien Vanuatu located just a short drive from Port Vila. The Le Meridien offers the islands largest swimming pool with swim-up bar, kids club, water sports, tennis, basketball and more ensures an excellent family holiday resort. Penguin Village is open daily for children aged 3 to 12. Find out more...

Travel Essentials - If you are heading overseas or even catching a plane domestically its always wise to lock your luggage. A whole range of TSA complaint locks are available online from travel guide universe. They also have electrical adaptors, guide books, currency convertors, travel safety seals, travel appliances such as hairdryers and electric jugs. Also a document wallet for your passport and travel documents is recommended. BYOkids tip: always take a copy of your travel docs and passport and leave them with friends or have your BYOkids consultant keep a copy on file just in case they are stolen or lost. Stock up on your travel essentials now ...click here

Christmas school holiday activities on a budget - The summer break seems to be getting longer with some private schools breaking up in mid November this year making the holidays over 2 months long for many children. Often parents find the summer holidays difficult, the costs associated with holiday activities adding to the financial strain of the festive season. So the team at BYOkids have compiled some summer holiday ideas that won’t break the budget. Read full article...

Frommer's 500 Places to Take Your Kids Before They Grow Up - 500 Great Reasons to Say, "Are We There Yet?" In this personal yet practical guide, travel writer and mother of three Holly Hughes sends you across town and around the globe to some of the most exciting and memorable destinations on earth. Frommer's 500 Places to Take Your Kids Before They Grow Up is packed with must-see destinations and must-do activities for kids of all ages--trips families will remember for a lifetime. Find out more...