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Multi-Generational

Family Holidays

D IS C O V E RI E S SOMETHING FOR

EVERYONE

Travelling families are no longer limite
parents and kids; grandparents are in th
too. As more families bond over travel,
are some destinations that cater to eve
and whim. BY SUSHMITA SRIVASTAV

SAY KONNICHIWA
TO KYOTO
Kyoto balances the bling and zing ofm
city life with ancient temples, sublime
gardens, and ageless architecture. Wit
10,000 shrines and places like Daikak
the Shingon Buddhist temple built in
AD—Kyoto is an ideal place for a fasci
temple trail. Visit the Nijō Castle, whi
has over 430 cherry blossom trees, or
a hanami (sakura viewing party) to se
spiritual heart of Japan get blanketed
quintessential pink spring garb. Go o
ramen and sake tour, or try kaiseki di
a taste of authentic Japanese cuisine,
friendly deer at the Nara Park, or imm
yourself in an ancient tea ceremony—
are endless experiences here. A shor
ride can ferry you to popular childre
attractions like Tokyo Disneyland an
Universal Studios Japan, Osaka. jnto

BOND IN BALI, INDONESIA

Warm beaches, epic adventures, and a balmy
weather at all times—bonding over a Balinese
vacation is the best thing you can gift your
family. Add to this the charm of luxury villas
with multiple rooms, plunge pools, and private
butler service. While kids would love their time
on 17 different water slides at Waterbom Bali,
adults can lounge at the beach club or take
a therapeutic soak in the hot springs of the FROM TOP: MATTEO COLOMBO/GETTYIMAGES; EMMA TYERS/GETTYIMA
Toya Bungkah village. Ubud is best known for
its Monkey Forest, art museums, and ancient
temples. If your family is into adventure, go
snorkelling with manta rays at Nusa Lembongan
or mountain-biking to Mount Batur. You can also
take Indonesian cooking sessions or plan a trip
to Bali Safari and Marine Park, where you all hop
into a safari bus while over 60 different animal
species roam about freely. indonesia.travel

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