Originals

KID FRIENDLY: Address: 128 Peak Road, The Peak, Hong Kong, HK Website: www.thepeak.com.hk Phone: None At an altitude north of 1,800 feet, The Peak provides refreshingly cool—not to mention scenic—refuge from Hong Kong’s scalding sub-tropical climate. Though the real estate has always been desirable, it wasn’t until the Peak Tram began its ascent in the late 19th […]

KID FRIENDLY: Address: 175 Tung Hei Road, Hong Kong, HK Website: hk.coastaldefense.museum/index/php Phone: +852 2569 1500 Kids who like history will love the Museum of Coastal Defense. Built by British forces in 1887 as an active military fortification, the fort was also the site of World War II’s Battle for Hong Kong. Today kids can play hide

KID FRIENDLY: Address: 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon, Hong Kong, HK Website: www.ritzcarlton.com Phone: +852 2263 2263 Soaring on the 118th floor of the Ritz-Carlton Hong Kong, OZONE is the world’s highest cocktail bar. Though you don’t have to be a guest of the hotel to enter, make sure you put that extra somethin’-somethin’ into your outfit,

KID FRIENDLY: Address: 2-8 Wellington Street, G2, M88, Central, Hong Kong, HK Website: www.operagallery.com Phone: +852 2810 1208 With twelve locations worldwide, Opera Gallery is known for its selection of internationally derived works, ranging from contemporary sculpture to art deco furnishings to turn-of-the-century drawings. At the Hong Kong location, dark walls add a dramatic touch to the

KID FRIENDLY: Address: Via del Monte alle Croci 10, Florence, IT Website: www.fuoriporta.it Phone: 055 2342483 “Enoteca Fuori Porta is a small restaurant with a lovely courtyard that is perfect for Sunday lunches. They have a great selection of wines and the best bruschetta in town. It is also close to a one of the nicest gardens

KID FRIENDLY: Address: Via Camillo Cavour, 31/33 r, Florence, IT Website: www.dreonitoys.eu Phone: +39 055 216611 Dreoni Giocattoli is not your average toy store. The architecture and décor of the space is reminiscent of the stuff described in fairytales. The painted ceiling of clouds gives off the impression that you are in a dreamland of dolls, puzzles

KID FRIENDLY: Address: Via delle Terme 8, Florence, IT Website: www.parrucchiereciro.com Phone: +1 055 294340 Nothing beats a day of pampering and a rejuvinated look.  Owner Ciro Massaro prides his staff on competance and skill with their craft at Ciro Salon in Florence.  Amongst an array of different treatments, like hair removal, massages, and manicure/pedicures the salon

KID FRIENDLY: Address: Via dei Macci 111r, Florence, IT Website: www.edizioniteatrodelsalecibreofirenze.it Phone: +39-055-200-1492 The unique dining experience has made Cibreo Teatro del Sale a favorite of the moms of Florence. Part eatery, part theater, visitors will enjoy both the scrumptious meals and the lively entertainment. “While eating, I can enjoy the musical events and the stagecraft workshops.

KID FRIENDLY: Address: Prince’s Building, 10 Chater Road, Central, Hong Kong, HK Website: www.sevva.hk Phone: +852 2537 1388 The Prince’s Building is full of destinations, but for a special treat (and an even more special view), head up to Sevva on the 25th floor. “In the afternoon, we’ll come for egg tarts or a piece of yummy

KID FRIENDLY: Address: Piazza degli Strozzi 1, Florence, IT Website: www.caffegiacosa.it Phone: 055 2302913 “There is nothing more relaxing then a cup of good coffee in this elegant and timeless location,” says Rachele Cavalli of her family-owned café. “With an offering of Tuscan products, pastries and exclusive wines, this is one of the best places in town