Thrills await! From zip-lining to sandboarding, our adventures inspire your family’s next adrenaline-fueled journey.
Many parents may wonder if a cruise with kids is worth the splurge, especially with the hefty price tag that often comes with it. Is it truly a vacation worth the investment? After several cruises (we are on our sixth cruise as I write this), we’ve discovered that cruising offers a unique type of getaway
Writing from our balcony deck while the kids are happily secured away in the kid’s club on our 12-day transatlantic cruise has me thinking… why haven’t we done this sooner? This may be our new favorite vacation! We are seasoned travelers who have traveled over a million miles together as a family of seven. I’ll
If you’re anything like me, thoughts of Christmas mean snow-dusted landscapes, cozy evenings by the fire, and endless opportunities for family adventures. Currently living in Portugal, I’m trying to adjust to the Christmas trips to the beach and the more mild winters. While I love not having to drive in the snow in Portugal, I
When in Rome, do as the Romans, right? Nothing could be better than embracing the fascinating, torrid history of Rome and its Gladiators. The audacity of the Romans continues to fascinate with the extreme lavishness and the conquest of nearly the entire known world. Even in our current home in Portugal, we constantly encounter Roman
Bangkok holds a special place in my heart as my favorite city in the world after 50 countries. I love the hustle and bustle, the kind people, the endless markets to explore, and the vibrant, colorful vibes. Many travelers get to Thailand and head out of Bangkok as quickly as they can, but I could
You know how some trips just seem to fall into place at the right moment? That’s exactly what happened when we learned our friends were planning their wedding in India. The anticipation built as we planned our trip from Lisbon to Delhi. Like many travelers before us, we’d heard all the stories – the good,
Our recent adventure through India’s Golden Triangle was nothing short of magical, and I’m buzzing to share every detail with you. I hesitated to write this, as it seems like a million tourists have written blogs about India (to match the one billion+ people in India), but every opinion is good to hear! Whether you
I never thought I would be able to claim that I have slept on a houseboat in India. Does India have houseboats? On our recent trip to India, I quickly found that India has a lot more to offer visitors than I ever dreamed of. From its rich history, incredible eats, and sweeping, lush views,
Your trip to Thailand is incomplete if you haven’t been to the famed floating markets around Bangkok. As we often are flying into a new country without a ton of research, I found out about these when we were already in Bangkok. It quickly became one of my favorite things to do in Bangkok, and
Are you heading to Egypt with kids? Congratulations! You’ve made a great decision. We loved our trip to Egypt and would happily go back again. We went to Egypt a bit last minute in April and left only wanting more. We did everything super last minute, but Egypt is designed for tourism so we didn’t
When we first learned of our two friends and staff members planning a wedding in India, we jumped at the idea of visiting this mysterious and challenging country. We’ve been full or part-time traveling for over five years now with five kids in tow, and many fellow travelers have painted a picture of India for
For anyone who has heard the siren call to travel full-time with your family, or to anyone considering it, the thrill of being on the road full-time is unbeatable. Imagine a lifestyle completely controlled by you, with minimal to no outside influences or time commitments, all while seeing the world at large. Be it RV
Misty, mysterious, green rolling hills are a notable part of the gorgeous country of Scotland, but they are not all Scotland has to offer. This relatively small country boasts charming towns, unique outdoor experiences, and fantasy-inducing sights. *Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. Opinions shared are my own, and I only endorse products I
Embarrassing as it is to admit this, when we arrived in Scotland, I didn’t even know there was Harry Potter inspo there! We’ve enjoyed seeing the Lello Library in Porto, Portugal, famed for helping inspire Hogwarts, explored several HP spots in London, and traveled to Universal Studios to immerse ourselves in The Wizarding World of
With even children’s films celebrating the grandeur of vibrant Rio de Janeiro, many families are flocking to visit this hotspot of Brazil. Rio is easy to get to, with two international airports and several direct flights from the USA. Rio also offers plenty of family-friendly activities to keep you entertained. The food is amazing, the
Having visited Prague as a teenager, I remembered the beauty of this place. The stunning buildings, rich history, and beautiful river combine in Prague to leave an impression that endured even in my immature teenage girl brain! Having just visited a second time with my five children, I found the city to be just as
Does the idea of training around Europe fill you with a sense of nostalgia and romanticism? Europe has relied on trains as a primary form of transportation for centuries, and the systems are well-built. Unlike the USA, where train transport can be expensive and odd at times, train travel in Europe should be on your list of things to
*Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. Opinions shared are my own, and I only endorse products I support. By clicking on any of the links below, I may get a small commission if you purchase at absolutely no additional charge to you. I appreciate your support.* Having recently completed a fabulous trip from Lisbon
For those who wish to immerse themselves into French culture and experience true gothic beauty, a visit to Chartres, just outside of Paris, should be high on the list. Chartres, while relatively small at around 50,000 residents only, can still make you feel like you are walking around a French postcard. The town boasts quaint
*Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. Opinions shared are my own, and I only endorse products I support. By clicking on any of the links below, I may get a small commission if you purchase at absolutely no additional charge to you. I appreciate your support.* After our seven-month stay, New Zealand captured our hearts.
Transportation in foreign countries can be stressful, unknown, and sometimes complicated. As a family, we honestly would love to drive so we can see more of the city or country we are in, and it’s convenient for kids. However, there are places where it makes sense, and there are places where it doesn’t. Here are
Iceland offers endless things to see. Plan the perfect 7-day Iceland itinerary with kids from this list including where to stay.
Portugal will soon be the new home of our family of seven. As a full-time travel family, why are we settling on Portugal for our new home?
A sample 7-day family friendly Kauai itinerary to get your planning started. Modify depending on where you are staying or how long you are visiting.
When I told my father-in-law I was going on a girl’s trip to Waco, Texas, he did a double-take. “Why would you go to Waco?!” As a Texas native, he couldn’t comprehend spending the time and effort to go there. Well, you either know or you don’t! If you are a fan of Fixer Upper
Let’s get real about the top five challenges of full-time family travel. New to our blog? We’ve traveled the world with five kids for over two years. When we left, we have five kids 9 and under! *Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. Opinions shared are my own, and I only endorse products I support.
Transporting into one of your favorite movie sets brings magic to your trip to New Zealand. Tips about visiting Hobbiton before you visit!
Driving around New Zealand allows you to see the many wonders the country has to offer but go equipped with these essential tips!
Did we find what we were searching for in our two years of full-time travel? Five kids, 30 countries, dozens of flights, trains, boats, taxis, cars, and more. To say it’s been a lot of work is an understatement. How have we changed? What have we learned? *Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. Opinions shared
Full-time travel results in many mishaps. We document some of ours for you to enjoy! As always, remember to be kind. We share our embarrassing moments to show you travel with a big family is real, raw, and often hilarious. Babysitting Fails in Asia We love to date. Traveling full-time with our five kids doesn’t
Need a good laugh today? Welcome to another version of “our most embarrassing travel moments.” We can call it ‘travel funnies”, but really, it is just our biggest goofs and usually only funny weeks to months later! In case you are just joining us, please feel free to get a good chuckle at Travel Funnies
Yesterday we had a simply magical day, the perfect version of a Belgium trip with kids. Well, let me preface… we had a magical day after 2 pm. Before 2 pm we were homeschooling, or “worldschooling” as we term it, and that is a painful process for everyone. Once we got out and got to
The close of another year. This is a special year for us as it is the close of a year traveling as a family full-time. We actually just celebrated our 19 month anniversary on Christmas! As a celebration of the new start of 2020, I want to share a recap of our trip around the
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Welcome back to our Travel Funnies Series! We got a great response on our first round of travel funnies. Hopefully, you get a good chuckle out of some of our mishaps as we travel the world with five kids. Just a gentle reminder: writing these travel funnies requires a lot of vulnerability on my part.
*Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. Opinions shared are my own, and I only endorse products I support. By clicking on any of the links below, I may get a small commission if you purchase at absolutely no additional charge to you. I appreciate your support. After seven months of family travel in Asia and
Kids are hilarious, aren’t there? Adults can be pretty quirky too. We are no exception. Taking five kids around the world full-time has plenty of funny moments– an occurrence we have coined as “travel funnies”. Some may or may not be funny in the moment, but almost always we chuckle about them later. Welcome to
As I write this post, I am on my plane back to Porto, Portugal for my quick trip to the USA. I am, surprisingly, alone. Something that I rarely experience in my current life. I, Leslie, flew back to the USA for 10 long (or short, depending on who you are asking!) days to see
Thanks to our IG followers for voting this week on the blog post! Sometimes, I need a little inspiration on what to put to paper for the week, so I appreciate the votes and love that you all are interested in our hopes of moving abroad! (If you haven’t already followed us and seen our
Summertime often means a road trip for most families, even if that’s just within a “staycation”. It’s a great time to pile into the car and get a change of view. With our five kids, we sometimes have to road trip around the world in our travels. On a recent road trip in Japan, I
My heart bubbles with emotions and spills over at the thought of what the last year had brought our family. We’ve been so incredibly blessed, so protected, so stretched. We’ve been pushed to our max in many ways. We morphed and changed and grown and loved more deeply. Trying to pick a topic to celebrate
A Letter To Our Children: To my children Lucy, Grant, Lincoln, Harrison and Grace, We love you. Period. Yes, we dragged you away from what was a comfortable life. You had SO MUCH! A huge home that sat on a river, nearly an acre of land, a phenomenal community with friends, family and so many
Do you love February? I sure do. First of all because it is my birthday month! Are you someone who loves or hates your birthday? I’ve always loved my birthday. When I started to meet other adults who disliked their birthday, I was quite confused. Who could hate such a fun day? It takes some
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I just came from my hair appointment. Who doesn’t love a good gab with their hairdresser?! My gal is not only awesome but has been hearing about my brainstorming for this “Big Trip” for months. She is nothing but supportive (and maybe a little tired of hearing about it). Today, because of a rescheduling issue,
Oh. My. Goodness. My mind is a jumble of excitement, nervousness, being overwhelmed, and feeling incredibly blessed! We are going to do IT. The IT we’ve been brainstorming, daydreaming about, talking about endlessly. We are going to pack up our belongings in a storage unit, get out of our rental house, and travel. Oh, and
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