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Multi-Generational

                     Family Holidays







          D IS C O V E RI E S  WHOLESOME FUN AT ZÜRICH,
                        SWITZERLAND
                        The Swiss financial centre is home to art galleries,
                        adventure zones, winding lanes that lead to ancient
                        churches and castles, green spaces, and throbbing
                        night clubs—no wonder Z rich ticks all the boxes for
                        a multi-generational family vacation. Walk into Zoo
                        Zürich to see 380 species in their natural environs.
                        Book your family a two-hour circular trip in the
                        Fondue Tram, where you get to dip your fork into the
                        cheesiest Valais fondue. Then, take a 50-minute ride in
                        a glass-roofed motorboat on River Limmat that takes                   When it comes to multi-generational family holidays
                        you up to Lake Z rich. The nearby town of Freienbach                  from India, Singapore is a no-brainer. Firstly, it’s
                        has Alpamare, Europe’s largest covered water park                     relatively close, so flights from any metro city
                        with 5,900 feet of slides and four thermal pools.                     are short. Secondly, the Lion City is a melting pot
                        myswitzerland.com                                                     of distinct cultures, which makes it appeal to a
                                                                                              variety of sensibilities. Thirdly, it has an efficient and
                                                                                              easy-to-use public transport system, with most
                                                                                              attractions and buses/cabs being wheelchair- and
                                                                                              pram-friendly. Soak up the views of the city’s skyline
                                                                                              from the Singapore Flyer, drop by Merlion Park to get
                                                                                              clicked next to the iconic national statue, enjoy a
                                                                                              day full of varied activities at Resorts World Sentosa.
                                                                                              The Singapore Zoo, with over 2,800 animals, is an
                                                                                              eternal favourite among families. Try multi-concept
                                                                                              dining at Marina Bay, and shop at the famous
                                                                                              Orchard Road. stb.gov.sg





                                                                                      FIND BALTIC
                                                                                      GEMS ON
                                                                                      A CRUISE
                                                                                      The Baltic Sea holds
                                                                                      many treasures.
                                                                                      And a cruise is
                                                                                      everyone’s cup of
                                                                                      tea. For a memorable
                                                                                      voyage, the 10-night
                                                                                      luxury cruise, Baltic
                                                                                      Treasures, by
                                                                                      Crystal Cruises has
                                                                                      everything—from luxury suites and penthouses with
                                                                                      dedicated butler services and global cuisine plated
                                                                                      by award-winning chefs, to onboard entertainment
                                                                                      including musicals, magic shows, and Broadway-
                                                                                      inspired revues. Then, there’s Fantasia, the game
                                                                                      zone for kids; the teens-only Waves club; a casino
                                                                                      and the Pulse nightclub for the grown-ups. The                   CLOCKWISE: SHUTTERSTOCK; COURTESY OF CRYSTAL CRUISES; DENIS LININE/GETTYIMAGES
                                                                                      Connoisseur Club is meant for conversations
                                                                                      over cigars and cognacs. The cruise starts from
                                                                                      Denmark, taking you through excursions in Berlin,
                                                                                      Helsinki, St Petersburg, Tallinn, and Stockholm.
                                                                                      crystalcruises.com



               HANDPICKED               AJEET BAJAJ FOUNDER, SNOW LEOPARD ADVENTURES
               BY A LIST               Rishikesh: A great blend of adventure, culture, heritage, wellness, and nature; Himalayan foothills
                                       and the majestic Ganga are spellbinding.
                                       Nepal: A personal favourite for adventure; it’s the warmth of Nepal’s people that makes all the difference.






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