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An undersea adventure in the heart of the city—Central Library’s children’s section features colorful reef-themed shelves, soft carpeting, and plenty of space for kids to read and play. Central Public Library (Bugis): Ocean-Themed Reading Adventure for Kids Quick Overview Located at 100 Victoria Street, B1-01 in the National Library Building, the Central Public Library is just a 3–5 minute walk from Bugis MRT (EW12/DT14). It’s large, modern, and situated right in the heart of Singapore’s civic and cultural district. This makes it a convenient and inspiring stop for families, students, and design-lovers alike. Opening Hours: Daily, 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM What We Loved The ocean-themed children’s section at Central Public Library is truly a delight for young explorers. From the moment you enter, you’re surrounded by immersive marine visuals, complete with glowing coral reefs and swimming sea creatures projected onto the walls. Th...

Exploring the Children’s Biodiversity Library at S.E.A. Aquarium—where learning meets wonder! This themed nook makes reading a real adventure for little ones. 1. Introduction Reading books to babies is one of the best ways to support early development. In our home, bedtime stories are a nightly tradition. But buying books can get expensive, not to mention the space they take up—especially with growing kids! That’s why we turned to public libraries. After moving to Singapore, we started looking for a local library and were surprised to discover just how impressive the public library system here is. We began exploring these gems one by one (and yes, you can return books to any branch—huge bonus! This level of convenience isn’t common in many other countries, which makes it even more impressive). Each library has its own personality and is often surrounded by unique attractions. Stay tuned as I share mini features on some of our favorite...

Blue Lagoon Magic – A quiet moment at Ang Thong National Marine Park. Totally worth the climb. We just returned from a family trip to Koh Samui with our two young kids. And while the island is beautiful, not everything went as smoothly as expected. In this honest review, we’re sharing what really worked for us, what didn’t, and how we’d plan it differently next time. Table of Contents Where We Stayed: Villa vs. Hotel Kid-Friendly Tours: What Was Worth It Fisherman’s Village: A Walkable Family Spot Koh Samui Airport: A Surprisingly Charming Welcome Our Koh Samui Itinerary (5 Days) What We’d Do Differently Next Time Quick Tips for Visiting Koh Samui with Kids Final Thought Where We Stayed: Villa vs. Hotel Over five days, we split our stay between a villa on Bophut Hill and one night at Hyatt Regency. Surprisingly, the villa won us over, and here’s why: 🏡 Villa on Bophut Hill Transportation: ...