{"id":7321,"date":"2020-02-14T01:15:54","date_gmt":"2020-02-14T01:15:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/?p=7321"},"modified":"2022-07-20T23:26:59","modified_gmt":"2022-07-20T23:26:59","slug":"school-holidays-family-destinations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/activities\/school-holidays-family-destinations\/","title":{"rendered":"School Holidays are in! 8 Family-Friendly Holiday Destinations from Malaysia to Spend Quality Time in (2020)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>It&#8217;s no secret that school can be very stressful. In fact, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thestar.com.my\/news\/nation\/2018\/10\/12\/too-many-teens-suffering-from-stress-examoriented-culture-not-only-affecting-students-but-teachers-a\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">50% of Malaysians aged 13 to 17 suffer from mental health issues<\/a> caused by school-related stress. With such alarming statistics, it&#8217;s imperative that students get much needed R&amp;R during the <a href=\"https:\/\/publicholidays.com.my\/school-holidays\/2020-dates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Malaysian school holidays<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>With the <a href=\"https:\/\/travelblog.expedia.com.my\/places-to-travel\/march\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">March Holidays<\/a> coming up, parents should take the opportunity to go on a relaxing trip with their kids! Luckily, there are several family-friendly travel destinations near Malaysia you can choose from. Check them out below!<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Da-Nang.d974.Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8896\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/family-divider-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1512\" height=\"86\" \/><\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Da-Nang.d974.Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Da Nang, Vietnam<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Travel time from Kuala Lumpur to Da Nang: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Flights-To-Da-Nang.d974.Travel-Guide-Flights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2h 35m by plane<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16467\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/My-Khe-Beach-da-nang.jpg\" alt=\"sun chairs and umbrellas by the beach\" width=\"1600\" height=\"900\" \/>Credit: Expedia<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Da Nang (or Danang) is a rapidly developing coastal city in <a href=\"https:\/\/travelblog.expedia.com.my\/asia\/vietnam\/5-days-central-vietnam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Central Vietnam<\/a>. It&#8217;s Vietnam&#8217;s third-largest city and is considered the most important port city. Da Nang offers visitors a dizzying array of things to see and do! Families who want to spend a sunny day at the beach should head straight for <strong>My Khe Beach <\/strong>or <strong>Non Nuoc Beach<\/strong>. The city also has some parks families can&#8217;t miss out on, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/danangwonders.sunworld.vn\/?lang=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Sun World Asia Park<\/strong><\/a> and <strong>29\/3 Park<\/strong>. Get a bird&#8217;s eye view of beautiful Da Nang at <strong>Ban Co Peak <\/strong>and end the day with a filling meal at <strong>Han Market<\/strong> or <strong>Con Market<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Da Nang Travel Budget<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Like the rest of Vietnam, Da Nang is an incredibly affordable place to visit. On average, each person can spend roughly <strong>RM100\/day<\/strong>. That should cover public transportation, meals, and budget accommodation. For a relaxing stay, we recommend booking a room at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Da-Nang-Hotels-Tam-House-Villa-Hotel.h22259712.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tam House Villa Hotel<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[button icon=&#8221;entypo-flight&#8221; url=&#8217;https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Da-Nang.d974.Travel&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;] Flights to Da Nang, Vietnam [\/button]<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Da-Nang.d974.Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8896\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/family-divider-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1512\" height=\"86\" \/><\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Flights-To-Chiang-Mai.d6056197.Travel-Guide-Flights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Chiang Mai, Thailand<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Travel time from Kuala Lumpur to Chiang Mai:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Flights-To-Chiang-Mai.d6056197.Travel-Guide-Flights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2h 45m by plane<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16465\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Doi-Suthep-Pui-National-Park-chiang-mai.jpg\" alt=\"kids running up a dirt road\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" \/>Credit: Expedia<\/span><\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re a family of nature-lovers, then <a href=\"https:\/\/travelblog.expedia.com.my\/asia\/thailand\/chiang-mai-northern-bangkok\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">you&#8217;re going to love Chiang Mai<\/a>. Famed for its breathtaking Buddhist temples, Chiang Mai is an exciting mix of nature, wildlife, and culture. First on your itinerary should definitely be visiting all the temples. These include <strong>Wat Phra That Doi Suthep<\/strong>, <strong>Wat Chedi Luang<\/strong>, and more! We also recommend visiting the <a href=\"http:\/\/chiangmai-xcentre.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Chiang Mai X Centre<\/strong><\/a> for more outdoor fun. Learn more about Thailand&#8217;s culture by visiting <strong>Padung Village<\/strong> (where the Long Neck Ethnic Hill Tribe reside) and <strong>Bo Sang Handicraft Village<\/strong> (where you can find traditional Thai handcrafts)!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Chiang Mai Travel Budget<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>On average, visitors can expect to spend around <strong>RM170\/day<\/strong>. It&#8217;s a little more expensive than Vietnam, but it should be enough to cover most expenses. Depending on where you&#8217;re eating and where you&#8217;re going, food can cost around RM37\/day and transportation can cost around RM12\/day. For a unique experience, stay at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Chiang-Mai-Hotels-Rainforest-Boutique-Hotel.h3040499.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chiang Mai Rainforest Hotel<\/a>!<\/p>\n<p>[button icon=&#8221;entypo-flight&#8221; url=&#8217;https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Flights-To-Chiang-Mai.d6056197.Travel-Guide-Flights&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;] Flights to Chiang Mai, Thailand [\/button]<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Da-Nang.d974.Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8896\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/family-divider-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1512\" height=\"86\" \/><\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Davao.d1077.Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Davao, Philippines<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Travel time to Davao from Kuala Lumpur:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Flights-To-Davao.d1077.Travel-Guide-Flights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">6h 10m by plane via Singapore<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16468\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/outdoor-resort-davao.jpg\" alt=\"man climbing over ropes outdoors\" width=\"1952\" height=\"1298\" \/>Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/Qjw2PJm8Tmw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stephanie Ecate<\/a> \/ Unsplash<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Davao is considered one of the safest cities in the Philippines, making it an ideal destination for families. Aside from being safe, Davao is also rapidly developing to improve its tourism industry. If you want to spend some time outdoors, then head straight to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edennaturepark.com.ph\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Eden Nature Park<\/strong><\/a> where you can go ziplining or SkyCycling! You can even make your own chocolates at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.malagos.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Malagos Garden Resort<\/strong><\/a>, home of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yummy.ph\/news-trends\/malagos-chocolate-academy-of-chocolate-2019-a00260-20190613\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">award-winning Malagos Chocolate<\/a>. Speaking of chocolates, go on a street food trip along <strong>Roxas Night Market<\/strong>! Try local favourites like <em>isaw <\/em>(chicken intestines), <em>proben <\/em>(chicken proventriculus), and more.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Davao Travel Budget<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Despite being one of the Philippines&#8217; major cities, Davao remains significantly more affordable than both Manila and Cebu. On average, a daily budget of <strong>RM170<\/strong> is plenty for most. If you want to stay somewhere classy with a pool for the kids, then we recommend staying at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Davao-Hotels-Marco-Polo-Davao.h564464.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Marco Polo Davao<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[button icon=&#8221;entypo-flight&#8221; url=&#8217;https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Davao.d1077.Travel&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;] Flights to Davao, Philippines [\/button]<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Da-Nang.d974.Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8896\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/family-divider-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1512\" height=\"86\" \/><\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Hong-Kong-SAR.d178263.Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hong Kong<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Travel time from Kuala Lumpur to Hong Kong:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Flights-To-Hong-Kong.d184245.Travel-Guide-Flights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">4h 5m by plane<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16469\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/panda-ocean-park-hong-kong.jpg\" alt=\"panda lying on rock in garden\" width=\"1952\" height=\"1299\" \/>Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/94c2BwxqwXw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Elena Loshina<\/a> \/ Unsplash<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Hong Kong is one of Southeast Asia&#8217;s most modern cities. In fact, it&#8217;s been crowned as the <a href=\"https:\/\/edition.cnn.com\/travel\/article\/worlds-most-expensive-cities-2019\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">world&#8217;s most expensive city<\/a>. However, beneath the flashy exterior is a surprisingly family-friendly destination. Families will have a long list of things to see and do in Hong Kong, even if you don&#8217;t factor in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hongkongdisneyland.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hong Kong Disneyland<\/strong><\/a>! We also recommend you visit homegrown theme park <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oceanpark.com.hk\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Ocean Park<\/strong><\/a> where you can watch shows and see pandas. You should also include the <a href=\"https:\/\/hk.science.museum\/en_US\/web\/scm\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hong Kong Science Museum<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lcsd.gov.hk\/CE\/Museum\/Space\/e_index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Hong Kong Space Museum<\/strong><\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.madametussauds.com\/hong-kong\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Madame Tussauds<\/strong><\/a> on your itinerary!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Hong Kong Travel Budget<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Hong Kong just might be the most expensive place on this list. On average, travellers can expect to spend around <strong>RM550\/day <\/strong>in Hong Kong. This should cover expenses for food, transportation, accommodation, and some entrance fees. If you want to stay somewhere swanky but not too expensive, we recommend the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Kowloon-Hotels-Dorsett-Mongkok.h2434366.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Dorsett Mongkok<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[button icon=&#8221;entypo-flight&#8221; url=&#8217;https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Hong-Kong-SAR.d178263.Travel&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;] Flights to Hong Kong [\/button]<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Da-Nang.d974.Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8896\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/family-divider-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1512\" height=\"86\" \/><\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Flights-To-Seoul.d178308.Travel-Guide-Flights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Seoul, South Korea<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Travel time from Kuala Lumpur to Seoul:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Flights-To-Seoul.d178308.Travel-Guide-Flights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">6h 25m by plane<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16466\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/lotte-world-seoul.jpg\" alt=\"mascots in front of castle\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" \/>Credit: Expedia<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Seoul is often defined by its status as the birthplace of Kpop and Kdrama. But <a href=\"https:\/\/travelblog.expedia.com.my\/asia\/seoul-travel-video\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Seoul has so much more to offer than that<\/a>! The fun, vibrant capital of South Korea is also an excellent place for families to visit. First on the list for kids would definitely have to be both <a href=\"https:\/\/www.everland.com\/mobile\/english\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Everland<\/strong><\/a> and <a href=\"http:\/\/adventure.lotteworld.com\/eng\/main\/index.do\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Lotte World<\/strong><\/a>, two of Seoul&#8217;s most popular theme parks. Lotte World is also where you&#8217;ll find the outdoor amusement park called <strong>Magic Island<\/strong>. You can already tell they&#8217;re going to be a hit for the kids just based off of their names! Other must-see attractions for families are <strong>Children&#8217;s Grand Park<\/strong>, <strong>Coex Aquarium<\/strong>, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seoulchildrensmuseum.org\/eng\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Seoul Children&#8217;s Museum<\/strong><\/a>. Make sure you get to try on traditional Hanboks with your kids as well!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Seoul Travel Budget<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Like Hong Kong, Seoul can be a pretty pricey place to visit. On average, each visitor can expect to spend anywhere between <strong>RM400-570\/day<\/strong> in Seoul. This should be sufficient to cover most expenses, including entrance fees to the theme parks. If you want to stay somewhere generally affordable and family-friendly, then we recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Seoul-Hotels-Orakai-Insadong-Suites.h9780752.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Orakai Insadong Suites<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[button icon=&#8221;entypo-flight&#8221; url=&#8217;https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Flights-To-Seoul.d178308.Travel-Guide-Flights&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;] Flights to Seoul, South Korea [\/button]<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Da-Nang.d974.Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8896\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/family-divider-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1512\" height=\"86\" \/><\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Pai.d6052218.Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Pai, Thailand<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Travel time from Kuala Lumpur<\/strong> <strong>to Pai:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Flights-To-Pai.d6052218.Travel-Guide-Flights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2h 45m by plane<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16464\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/wild-water-rafting-pai.jpg\" alt=\"kids wild water rafting on river\" width=\"1004\" height=\"565\" \/>Credit: Expedia<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Hidden away in the valleys of Thailand lies a charming little town called Pai. While not as popular as Bangkok and Chiang Mai, Pai is slowly on the rise as an up and coming travel destination. Pai offers visitors many opportunities to experience the great outdoors. Take the kids for a fun hike up <strong>Pai Canyon<\/strong> where you get sweeping valley views. You should also schedule a trip to <strong>Mo Paeng Waterfall<\/strong> and <strong>Tha Pai Hot Springs<\/strong>. For affordable street food, a trip to Nature Life @ PAI is a must!<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Pai Travel Budget<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Families on a budget will be happy to know that Pai is an incredibly affordable place to visit. On average, you can expect to spend around <strong>RM250\/day<\/strong> while you&#8217;re there. This should cover some cheap meals, local transportation, and budget accommodation. If you want to stay somewhere with dorm-style rooms, we recommend staying at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Pai-Hotels-Brick-House-Hostel-Pai.h19416548.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Brick House Hostel Pai<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[button icon=&#8221;entypo-flight&#8221; url=&#8217;https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Pai.d6052218.Travel&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;] Flights to Pai, Thailand [\/button]<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Da-Nang.d974.Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8896\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/family-divider-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1512\" height=\"86\" \/><\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Yogyakarta.d1718.Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Yogyakarta, Indonesia<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Travel time from Kuala Lumpur to Yogyakarta:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Flights-To-Yogyakarta.d1718.Travel-Guide-Flights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2h 35m by plane<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16461\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/temple-yogyakarta-1.jpg\" alt=\"temple silhouette with mountain in background\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" \/>Credit: Expedia<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Home of the majestic <strong>Borobudur Temple<\/strong>, Yogyakarta is considered the heart and soul of Indonesia. It&#8217;s where you&#8217;ll find some of Indonesia&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/travelblog.expedia.com.my\/asia\/indonesia\/attractions-of-yogyakarta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">most significant cultural attractions<\/a>. Take the kids on an adventure at the <strong>Prambanan Temple Compound<\/strong> which is quite similar to Cambodia&#8217;s Angkor Wat. It&#8217;s a great place just to ramble and take in all the history. Another place to explore would be the <strong>Taman Sari Water Castle<\/strong> which was the former royal garden of the Sultanate of Yogyakarta.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Yogyakarta Travel Budget<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Like the rest of Indonesia, visiting Yogyakarta is quite affordable. You can expect to spend around <strong>RM215\/day<\/strong> on average. This should be sufficient to cover expenses for food, public transportation and budget accommodation. However, if you want to stay somewhere fancy while you&#8217;re there, we recommend booking a room at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Yogyakarta-Hotels-The-Phoenix-Hotel-Yogyakarta-MGallery-By-Sofitel.h1077271.Hotel-Information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Phoenix Yogyakarta &#8211; MGallery<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>[button icon=&#8221;entypo-flight&#8221; url=&#8217;https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Yogyakarta.d1718.Travel&#8217; fullwidth=&#8217;true&#8217;] Flights to Pai, Thailand [\/button]<\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Da-Nang.d974.Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-8896\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/family-divider-2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1512\" height=\"86\" \/><\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Osaka.d179897.Travel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Osaka, Japan<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><strong> Travel time from Kuala Lumpur to Osaka: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/Flights-To-Osaka.d179897.Travel-Guide-Flights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">6h by plane<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><span style=\"font-size: 10pt;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-16463\" src=\"https:\/\/www.expedia.com.my\/stories\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/universal-studios-japan-osaka.jpg\" alt=\"tourists in front of fountain\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" \/>Credit: Expedia<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Osaka is the commercial port city on the island of Honshu in Japan. Bright, lively, and colourful, Osaka offers families a wide array of things to do, see, and <a href=\"https:\/\/travelblog.expedia.com.my\/activities\/food-drink\/best-things-to-eat-in-osaka-japan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eat!<\/a> The city is absolutely brimming with kid-friendly attractions such as the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kidsplaza.or.jp\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Kids Plaza Osaka<\/strong><\/a>. It&#8217;s a huge educational museum dedicated to kids! Of course, no trip to Osaka would be complete without a visit to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usj.co.jp\/e\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Universal Studios Japan<\/strong><\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kaiyukan.com\/language\/eng\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Osaka Aquarium<\/strong><\/a>. If you want to go on a food trip with the kids, then stroll along the lively <strong>Dotombori<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Osaka Travel Budget<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>As far as budget is concerned, Osaka can be considered a mid-range travel destination. On average, you can expect to spend roughly <strong>RM340\/day<\/strong> while you&#8217;re there. This should be sufficient to cover expenses for food, public transportation, and accommodation. 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