About
Welcome to ShinyVisa, your comprehensive guide to family-friendly travel destinations. Our mission is to share our travel experiences of the places we visited so you can get quick tips and guides to help make your next family travel planning less stressful, less time-consuming, and more fun.
Our Story
Hello, we are Derek and Nicole, and ShinyVisa is a family travel blog started by us. We love travelling and we frequently travel around Asia, several times a year.
Our journey began during our school days at the National University of Singapore, where we met and discovered our shared passion for travel. From classmates to travel buddies and finally husband and wife, it’s been an incredible ride. Nicole hails from the enchanting “mountain city” of Chongqing, China, while I grew up in Singapore. Our diverse backgrounds and cultures have given us a unique perspective on life and travel, which we love to share with each other and our readers.
ShinyVisa is our space to document and share our family travel experiences and family trip planning tips and guides. We believe that life is an adventure, and our mission is to inspire families to explore the world and create cherished memories along the way. Whether it’s trying out new restaurants, immersing in different cultures, enjoying nature walks, offering travel guides and budgeting tips, or exploring undiscovered destinations, we’re always on the lookout for exciting experiences to share with you.
Join us on our journey as we uncover the beauty of the world, one captivating story at a time. Let’s embark on an adventure together that goes beyond borders and opens our eyes to the transformative power of exploration.
Our Responsibilities & Values
Editorial Independence
We maintain our autonomy by rejecting sponsorships that may influence our content and not inline with our values. Our narratives and recommendations are shaped by firsthand experiences and meticulous research.
Authentic & Unbiased Reviews: Whether we’re exploring a luxurious resort or uncovering a hidden food gem, our reviews will remain impartial, rooted in genuine encounters and thorough assessments. We will not publish a review from a form of a paid sponsorship from any merchant as we believe there are conflict of interest. We only want honest reviews for our readers.
Affiliate Partnerships: Our voice remains unaffected by commissions. We meticulously select affiliate partners that align with our values and resonate with our audience. We recognize the significance of ethical practices and responsibility in travel.
Working Together
If you like what we are doing and are interested to work together, feel free to reach out via our contact form.