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5 unusual things to pack for travel that no one will tell you about

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How to travel on a budget with kids – tips for frugal family travel

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September 22, 2023

Why your family should visit Sunwing Kamala Beach – an excellent bargain for relaxing fun

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Not a plane, not a train, but a… ferry? This ov Not a plane, not a train, but a… ferry?

This overnight ferry from Osaka to Beppu run by @ferry.sunflower gets you to Kyushu in comfort. There are various classes of rooms from berths in shared rooms, to suites with balconies. There is even an on-board onsen.

Our ferry departed at 1905, so we bought some food from the Lawsons at the terminal to eat in our rooms for dinner, then after exploring the ship for a bit, we laid out the futons and fell fast asleep. The next morning, we woke bright and early to disembark in Beppu! 

Kyushu is a gorgeous island full of nature and off the beaten track experiences. The ferry was certainly more comfortable than taking a plane or Shinkansen!
Our third time to Osaka, first with the kids, and Our third time to Osaka, first with the kids, and I think it’s starting to grow on us. 

And maybe that’s how it’s meant to be. Relationships built over time as memories accumulate and familiarity frees. 

Do you like to return to old places, or visit new ones all the time?
📍Kids Plaza Osaka Next to Ogimachi Station (the 📍Kids Plaza Osaka
Next to Ogimachi Station (there’s a lovely public park with playground next door!)

💵 Ticket price (as of May 2025)
Adult (>16y): ¥1,500
Child (6-15y): ¥800
Preschooler (3-5y): ¥500
Baby (<2y): free

✨ Highlights

🧪 science exploration
🌏 culture section with musical instruments from around the world
🧑‍🦯 learning about accessibility
🛝 slide and climbing
📮 pretend play areas (supermarket, post office, food stalls)
👶🏻 soft play area for babies
Sharing this tip again before the June holidays co Sharing this tip again before the June holidays commence and all the families go traveling. 

Sometimes it’s not a button, it’s a lever. But it’s always there at the bottom of the armrest. 

It’s especially useful if you’re wearing a baby in a carrier in front, and carrying a backpack on the back, and snagging your straps on the arm rest every time you attempt to shimmy out into the aisle. 

Try it on your next flight!
Closing out the fourth month of the year - transit Closing out the fourth month of the year - transiting into a season of transition for our family. Leaning into the familiar, while embracing small new things. Further up and further in!

Do you prefer the comfort of the familiar, or are you game to embrace the new?

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