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ISSUE #9 - JULY 2015
INSPIRING FAMILY TRAVEL
SKIING DOWN UNDER See great family ski resport in OZ
WEIRD & WONDERFUL SKI SLOPES
INCREDIBLE ICE HOTELS & IGLOOS See some of the most amazing places on earth ... CHECKS AND SPOTS LIFESTYLE - GREAT KIDS’ TRAVEL BOOKS - Great travel APPS AND MORE
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CONTRIBUTORS Travel Sprout Magazine travelsprout.com.au Publisher & Editor-in-Chief Jonas Ask Homaa Editor Olivia Witkowski Assistant editor Emma Kate Design & illustrations Nina Bennett Images BigStock.com unless otherwise stated Published by Sprout Publications ABN 91 843 395 033 P O Box 25 Elwood VIC 3184 Australia
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A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR
WELCOME
For me there is no better feeling than the one you get after a long day in the snow with your kids. Getting out and being active all day long can be the best way to relax and unwind as a family. Skiing down the slopes, building a snowman, tobogganing with the whole family or going dogsled riding will make sure that you sleep well at night and are ready for the same treat all over the next day. Some of my favourite childhood memories are from the Norwegian fj채ll and French alps, and eating a homemade sandwich with the family in the snow with the sun in my face will never get old. Hope you have a great (cool) holiday. Enjoy!
Jonas Ask Homaa Editor-in-Chief Travel Sprout Magazine
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DESTINATIONS DOWN UNDER 10 SKIING CHECK OUT SOME GREAT AUSTRALIAN SKIING RESORT FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY ...
& WONDERFUL 23 WEIRD SEE SOME VERY DIFFERENT SKIING
DESTINATIONS FROM AROUND THE WORLD ...
ICE HOTELS & IGLOOS 31 INCREDIBLE WE HAVE FOUND SOME AMAZING PLACES TO SPEND A COLD BUT FANTASTIC NIGHT ...
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DESTINATIONS
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WEIRD & WONDERFUL SKIING DESTINATIONS
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INSPIRATION
INSPIRATION an app for that 50 THere’s AS ALWAYS A COUPLE OF GREAT APPS THAT WILL MAKE THE NEXT FAMILY HOLIDAY EASIER, BETTER AND JUST MORE FUN ...
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AND SPOTS 61 CHECKS CLARE FROM CHECKS AND SPOTS SHARE
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SKIING DOWN UNDER
skiing down under Skiing is perhaps not the first thing you think of when you come to Australia (most tourist think koalas, kangaroos and surfing on long sandy white beaches), but there are plenty of good spots to unleash you inner snow demon and have a great time on the slopes with the kids.
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Thredbo is a great place for the kids to have fun in the snow ... Image Credit: Kosciuszko Thredbo Pty Ltd
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thredbo New South Wales
Thredbo has the five longest runs in Australia so it is a great place to go skiing and there are plenty of good runs for all ages. The Village Trail is long fun green piste and the Merritts Spur is an easy-level terrain park for the whole family. Thredboland has a great kids programme (three- to six-year-olds) with on-snow adventure, weekly events and world-class instructors. The Freeriders programmes for bigger kids is a great way to learn new moves or just have fun in the snow. www.thredbo.com.au 12
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Thredboland has lots kids skiing programmes to improve slope skills ... Image Credit: Kosciuszko Thredbo Pty Ltd
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The Thredbo Snow Play Park is build for family fun ... Image Credit: Kosciuszko Thredbo Pty Ltd
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There’s no better place to make friends than in the snow ... Image Credit: Perisher Media
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perisher New South Wales
Being the largest ski resort in the Southern Hemisphere, Perisher has something for all ages and with four large areas you won’t have to do the same run too often. Head to Smiggin Holes which has excellent terrain for beginners and families with a bowl where everyone returns to the same place when finishing their runs. It is also protected from the weather and has a good mix of restaurants for the kids get hungry. Pre-schoolers can join the Discovery Kids programme to get a great introduction to skiing or snowboarding, before they advance to Perisher Kids to explore the mountain (and their own clubhouse). If you are looking a morning or afternoon on the slopes by yourself Perisher has a dedicated child minding programme. www.perisher.com.au 16
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There are plenty of slopes to explore at Perisher for all ages ... Image Credit: Perisher Media
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SKIING DOWN UNDER
hotham Victoria
Just 4.5 hours from Melbourne in the heart of the Australian Alpine National Park you’ll find Hotham Alpine Resort. It operates all year round and there are plenty of winter activities for the whole family. Apart from getting skiing lessons you can get daycare, take the kids to see Harry the Snowdragon, go to the snow play area or try a dog sled tour. www.mthotham.com.au 18
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Meet Harry the Snowdragon or head for the snow play area ... Image Credit: Mount Hotham Alpine Resort
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You can be sure that the kids will have a great time in the snow at Mount Hotham ... Image Credit: Mount Hotham Alpine Resort
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You can be sure that the kids will have a great time in the snow at Mount Hotham ... Image Credit: Mt Buller / Andrew Railton
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SKIING DOWN UNDER Yoplait Petit Miam Buller Kids Centre has programs for kids aged 3 to 18 years from beginners to experts ... Image Credit: Mt Buller / Andrew Railton
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mt buller Victoria
With 22 lifts and over 300 hectares of terrain Mt Buller will not disappoint when it comes to a great winter holiday. There is is something for all levels of skiing ranging from the wide beginner’s slopes of Bourke St and Burnt Hut Spur, to the challenge of black runs like Chamois. The area has three terrain parks designed for all skill levels, a terrain garden and rider cross course. For fun in the snow, Mt Buller has two toboggan parks, complete with their own snowmaking machines to keep the kids happy all winter long. www.mtbuller.com.au travelsprout.com.au
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A TRAVEL GUIDE TO -KEEPING YOUR CHILD SAFE SPROUT JULY 2015
Using restraints getting it right every trip
Did you know that about 70% of child restraints are not installed correctly? Protect your child by using the right child restraint or booster seat and using it correctly every trip. To ensure that your child is safe, check that: • the restraint is the right size for the child • the child is securely placed in the restraint
A daily check
• the restraint is correctly fitted to the vehicle
Each day check your restraint or booster seat to make sure it is safe.
CHILD RESTRAINTS – REARWARD AND FORWARD FACING
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shoulders. When your child has outgrown the highest slot they can be Forward facing restraints moved into a forward facing child restraint. The harness straps can bechild up to 25mm below the shoulders. If the straps are below this level they must be adjusted a higher slot in The harness straps can be up to 25mm below theto shoulders. If the Forward facing child restraints the restraint. When your child has outgrown the highest slot you straps are below this level they must be adjusted to a higher slotwill in need to assess their restraint needs. They will move into a larger the restraint. The harness straps can be up to 25mm below the shoulders. If the When your child has outgrown the highest slot you will forward facing child restraint with an inbuilt harness OR a booster need to assess straps are below this level they must be adjusted to a higher slot in their restraint needs. They will move into a larger seat. Thisfacing will depend on your child’s size. forward the restraint. When your child has outgrown the highest slot you willchild restraint with an inbuilt harness OR a booster seat.a This will depend on your child’s size. need to assess their restraint needs. They will move into larger If your child is under four years old and has outgrown their forward forward facing child restraint with an inbuilt harness OR a booster facing is recommended you outgrown seek expert advice. If yourchild childrestraint is under itfour years old and has their forward seat. This will depend on your child’s size. facing child restraint it is recommended you seek expert advice.
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WEIRD & WONDERFUL
SKI SLOPES AROUND THE WORLD We have found some amazing places to stay if you’re longing for snow and ice. From igloos to ice hotels. From winter villages to snow sheds and aurora borealis accommodation - it’s all here.
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weird & wonderful
DUBAI - United Arab Emirates Ski Dubai
Somehow it is no surprise that you can find a complete indoor snow resort in a mall in Dubai. Ski Dubai, the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East has amazing mountain-themed wintery setting, and you can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing, or just playing in the snow. Plus the kids will love to meet and play with Ski Dubai’s newest residents; the Snow Penguins! www.theplaymania.com Image Copyright: Ski Dubai / the Playmania
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COPENHAGEN - DENMARK AmagerforbrĂŚndingen
However to people who know a little about Danish topography it should be a great surprise to find a skiing slope in the middle of the capitol. Very soon Copenhagen will have its very own down hill waste management facility where you can teach the kids to slalom while learning about recycling. www.big.dk Image Copyright: BIG - Bjarne Ingels Group
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classic london
SICILY - ITALY Mount Etna
This is not your average ski resort and there are no kids skiing programme, but if you’re looking for a ski trip out of the ordinary in the middle of summer then why not head for Sicily and try skiing on the black slopes of Mount Etna. www.etnaround.com Image Copyright: Andrea Fontanelli
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HAWAII - USA Mauna Kea
There are no lifts, no grooming, no resort, and you need a 4-wheel drive to get to the summit. Skiers take turns picking up the others at the bottom and you can be sure that the “slopes� are not crowded. Also you can go see the Mauna Kea Observatories if you get tired of skiing. www.aloha-hawaii.com Image Copyright: Aloha Hawaii / Alan L
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‘BE THE CHANGE YOU WANT TO SEE IN THE WORLD’ Join us for our Trek for Tigers adventure challenge in 2016 and experience a new side of India for the adventure of a lifetime! Combine the excitement of trekking the Indian Himalayas with visiting a tiger conservation project in the famous Corbett National Park. Help us double the amount of tigers in the wild by 2022! WWF-Australia is a partner in the Global Tiger Initiative. We have an ambitious but achievable goal of doubling the number of tigers in the wild by 2022, the next Year of the Tiger. Did you know? Tiger stripes are like human fingerprints. No two tigers have the same pattern of stripes.
For more about the work WWF-Australia is doing for tigers, check out this video.
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Incredible
ICE HOTELS & IGLOOS
We have found some amazing places to stay if you’re longing for snow and ice. From igloos to ice hotels. From winter villages to snow sheds and aurora borealis accommodation - it’s all here.
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INCREDIBLE IGLOOS
Kakslauttanen Arctic Resort Jukkasj채rvi, Sweden
Ever thought about spending the night north of the arctic circle? Wanna go on reindeer safari or aurora hunting? Then this arctic resort is just right for you. There are a few options when it comes to accommodation, but I would go for the glass igloos with a glass roof and the northern lights above this is hotel with a view hard to top.
From AUD $800 Kakslauttanen, FI-99830 Saariselk채, Finland +358 166 671 00 www.kakslauttanen.fi Image Credit: Kakslauttanen Artic Resort
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Possibly the best view of the Northern Ligths and all while you are still lying in your warm and comfy bed ....
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INCREDIBLE IGLOOS
Even though it looks cold you’ll stay quite warm under the covers at night ....
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Ice Hotel Jukkasjärvi, Sweden
ICEHOTEL is the world’s first and largest hotel built of snow and ice and it is situated in Jukkasjärvi, a small village in Northern Sweden with almost as many dogs as residents. It is constructed from 30,000 tons of “snice”, a mixture of snow and ice that strengthens the structure. You can stay in the adjoining warm accommodation, but imagine being woken by staff with hot lingonberry juice in a bed that is minus 5 degrees.
From AUD $500 Marknadsvägen 63, 981 91 Jukkasjärvi, Sweden +46 (0) 980 66 800 www.icehotel.com Image Credit: Ice Hotel
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INCREDIBLE IGLOOS
Kirkenes Snowhotel Kirkenes, Norway
Every room in Kirkenes Snowhotel is like a small treasure and are equipped with everything needed for a comfortable night. The beds are framed with ice blocks and have comfortable mattresses with thermal insulation on top and you sleep inside a sleeping bag graded for -35 degrees celsius. There is plenty to do during the day. Snowmobile Tours, King Crab excursion, Husky rides, Ice fishing on the fjord, Hunting for the northern lights is just some of the things you and the kids might enjoy.
From AUD $1,000 Sandnesdalen 14, N-9910 Bjørnevatn, Norway +47 78 97 05 40 www.kirkenessnowhotel.com Image Credit: Kirkenes Snow Hotel
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INCREDIBLE IGLOOS
Hotel of Ice, Romania Balea Lac, Romania
The hotel of Ice in Romania is one of the cheaper options when it comes to icy accommodation but that doesn’t mean that it lacks luxury. With large icy rooms and plenty of blankets and fluffy fur to keep you warm at night and lo of things to do with the family during the day you won’t regret a stay at Hotel of Ice.
From AUD $170 Str. Gheorghe Lazar nr. 39, 555200 Avrig, jud. Sibiu, Romania +40 269 523111 www.hotelofice.ro Image Credit: Hotel of Ice Romania
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The Hotel of Ice is a majestic sight both from the inside and out ....
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INCREDIBLE IGLOOS
What better way to spend the night than in a white pod?
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Whitepods Les Giettes, Switzerland
Wanna try something a little different than the classic igloo then a pod might the thing. Whitepods are rooms in themselves and each pod includes a king-size bed, a fully fitted bathroom with toilet and shower, wood-burning stove and a large terrace with a spectacular view. Whitepod also operates its own ski slopes and they are only available for the Whitepod guests. The ski area is made up of two lifts and 7 km of red and blue slopes so there should be plenty to do for the whole family.
From AUD $550 Les Cerniers | CP 681 | CH-1871 Les Giettes, Switzerland +41 24 471 38 38 www.whitepod.com Image Credit: Whitepods
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INCREDIBLE IGLOOS
Hotel de Glace is an impressive combination of hotel, chapel and ice mekka ...
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Hotel de Glace Québec, Canada
Hotel de Glace is one of the only hotel in North America that is made entirely of snow and ice and there is plenty of space to “chill out” with more than 36 rooms, hot tub and sauna, cafe that converts into a chapel and their very own ice slide. With activities like skiing, ice skating, snow shoeing, dog sledding, snowmobiling there is plenty to do. And Old Quebec just 10 minutes away.
From AUD $1,000 9530, rue de la Faune, Québec (Québec), G1G 5H9 Canada +1 418 623 2888 www.hoteldeglace-canada.com Image Credit: Hotel de Glace
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INCREDIBLE IGLOOS
Nothing like a warm bed surrounded by ice and lights ...
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Eskimska Vas Igloo hotel Kranjska Gora, Slovenia
The igloo hotel does not only cater to the adventurous families in terms of chilling nights but you will also have a chance to experience a traditional Slovenian sausage (Carniolian Sausage) with horseradish. And the hotel is in the Kranjska Gora ski resort area so there is plenty of outdoor activities for the kids to take on.
From AUD $350 4280 Kranjska Gora, Slovenia +386 40 455 345 www.eskimska-vas.si Image Credit: Eskimska Vas
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ActionShot lets you shoot any movement and turn it into a sequence shot. Capturing the course of an action in a single image, it gives you shots to show off. And the best part- with ActionShot, you can do it all from your iPhone.
From AUD $1.99 Available on Android
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Another ski tracker that will help you keep track of where you and the kids have been running all day. See your run on a map, check your speed and take geo-tagged pictures - all in one app.
This is a great little game if you want to kill some time in the car on the way to the slopes. What is better than neon skiing?
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SNOW GEAR & GADGETS
COOL snow gear and gadgets As always going on a holiday is just a little more fun if you bring your favorite family gadget. Here are a few that will help you (sooo sooo) much on that next ski trip ...
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The Jati ski onesie was designed in the US and was originally intended for ski racers and snowboarders to slip into after a race. What could be better than something warm and comfortable, after a hard day on the hill? This onesie is perfect for just that and you might have a hard time getting the kids out of them again ...
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www.zanheadgear.com Ok, so these are probably not for the youngest kids. But if you’re skiing somewhere really cold a mask is a great idea and why not get something a bit different. Also, you’ll probably have the chair lift to yourself ...
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www.zanheadgear.com If a beard is not your thing then just imagine having to shave off an octopus every now and then. This “hat” will most definitely get attention in the ski lift queue and will probably also keep you warm. Just make sure not to get the tentacles caught somewhere ...
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If you think the masks are a bit over the top then check this out … you never have to shave again (in case that was an issue)! Just take the beanie off! There are a few kids and lady models so the whole family can join in ...
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Ever had the kids complain about cold feet? Here is the (obvious) answer to that problem. Control the temperature in the kids’ boots just with the click of a button … ...
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This might look like something left over from the 80’es - and it probably is. But it might help little hands carry skis around and who wouldn’t want to invest in some gadget that looks “cool” and makes life easier? ...
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CHECKS AND SPOTS
In the coming months, Clare Hillier will be joining us as a regular contributor. Clare is a mum of two and Editor of Checks and Spots, a life and style website dedicated to checking out and spotting simple ways to live the good life. In 2014, Checks and Spots was named Blog of the Year and Best Beauty and Lifestyle Blog by Kidspot. From beauty and interiors to home and lifestyle, Clare will share with us some of the things that make her look twice.
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Rustic Apple Tart Recipe Tonight, some friends are coming around for dinner. With a sick kiddo to look after and looming work deadlines, I wanted to make a meal that is low on fuss, big on comfort and damn tasty! For dessert, I created this simple Rustic Apple Tart. It took no time to throw together (in fact, I made it while giving the kids their breakfast and telling Mabel to stop whinging!) and features in season, Jazz Apples, as the star ingredient. See how to make it here >
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What To Wear When Breastfeeding
If you’re anything like me, when you’ve got a new baby in your arms you probably feel like more of a milk machine than a style maven. But after two bambinos, I’ve learnt a few tricks of the trade and thought I’d share my tips on what to wear when breastfeeding. See all the tricks here >
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Email Inbox Management Tips To Make You More Productive To help wrangle back control, I’ve rounded up some of my favourite email inbox management tips that will help you tame the beast and get more done.
27 Days of Living and Dying My beloved Grandmother made a graceful exit last Saturday, just three weeks after my Grandfather passed away. For nine days, my mum, brother, two Uncles and I sat by her side every waking moment. And every sleeping moment ...
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WINTER
GOOD TRAVEL BOOKS
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GOOD TRAV
The Kids’ Winter Fun Book
Ski Tips for Kids
AUD $5.20
AUD $17.00
Boys, girls, and their parents will be delighted by the ideas and directions they find in this handsome book. It will inspire every member of the family to take part in a wondrous variety of cold-weather activities.
This little book breaks down the basics of teaching kids to ski into hilarious, eyecatching cartoons that will have your little one laughing out loud and looking forward to the next adventure on the hill.
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VEL BOOKS
Winter
Winter Colouring Book
AUD $25.50
AU $14.25
The Science Kids: Seasons series provides an exciting look at what makes each season unique. From the changing colors of leaves in the fall and the birth of baby animals in the spring, to snowflakes in the winter and sun in the summer, young readers will learn about each seasons activities and celebrations.
This Preschool Colouring Activity Book is intended for children 2-5 years of age. The activities include colouring, connecting the dots, mazes, spotting differences and similarities, putting items in order, pairing them up, redrawing objects, counting elements, writing and guessing words.
www.booktopia.com.au
www.booktopia.com.au
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Product Review Travel Sprout Magazine has tested the Boken Everyday Bag. We asked our tester Emma from Melbourne a few questions ...
What is in your bag right now?
Well, the usual stuff; nappies, wipes, baby cream, extra clothes and that sort of stuff. But I also have a few extra things for myself that I would normally carry in my handbag - like my phone, keys, wallet and other personal things.
Describe the bag to us?
Well, it is one of those bags that always seem to have room for a bit more. There’s lot of room inside the bag, but there are also plenty of extra space in the outside mesh and extra pockets which means that I can be a bit more organised.
What is your favourite thing about the bag?
It would probably be that you can use it as a bag or a backpack depending on the situation. I love that I can throw it on my back if I need both hands to carry my child or push a stroller or things like that. Or that I can carry it like a normal bag if that suits me better.
What is your not-so-favourite thing about the bag?
The only thing I can think of is the material it is made of. When the bag is not completely filled it gets a bit crinkly, but then again that rarely happens and I think the material is part of the reason that the bag can hold so much stuff. travelsprout.com.au
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Tote with detachable messenger and backpack straps Large inner mesh pocket and zip pocket Outer flap baby bottle pocket Outer mesh water bottle pocket 2 front easy access pockets for personal items All folds into a small zip pouch for easy storage & traveling Light weight - only 370g Bag 34 x 40 x 16 cm See more at: bokenessentials.com 70
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Extra large diaper pad: 56 x 61 cm
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TRAVEL SPROUT The next issue of Travel Sprout will hit the Internet super highway on September 2nd 2015. In the meantime keep up to date on our website with articles and other great stuff or follow us on our social media platforms.
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