Traveling with children is different from traveling as a couple. Frankly, before we had kids, we were young and broke, so we traveled little and not internationally (unless our parents were helping us out!).  Our first big international trip was to Grand Cayman with my parents when we had two small children, and I still

We’ve been residing in Lisbon for nearly three years now. Next month is our anniversary of moving to Portugal!  I’m still falling in love with this place – the fresh food, beaches, culture, and amazing people. There is so much to adore in Portugal! While many couples and backpackers visit Lisbon, there is much to

Hi adventure families! Buckle up, because we’re about to dive into the wild world of travel insurance. I know, I know, insurance sounds about as exciting as watching paint dry, but trust me, it’s your secret weapon for stress-free globetrotting! While we all hope that we never need insurance, we all know it’s a great

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

We just wrapped up our 10-day journey through Egypt, and I have to say… we are all reluctant to leave. After exploring more than 45 countries around the world with five kids, Egypt quickly became one of our top five favorite destinations! What makes Egypt so special? How did it capture our hearts when it’s

Egypt offers endless secrets to lucky travelers who embrace its fast-paced culture, crazy driving, and sweltering summer temperatures.  Our family of seven embarked on a quick journey to Egypt earlier this year, and it quickly soared into the top tiers of our expanding countries list .  Our five kids, ages 16 years to 7 years

From sunny beaches with sugar-soft sand to historic downtowns and dozens of museums, Portugal offers families endless fun. However, it’s hard to beat visiting a historic castle in Europe! Some of the best castles in Portugal reside in the gorgeous, charming city of Sintra.  Sintra is a gem waiting to be discovered and is easily

You’ve taken the plunge and are headed to Egypt.  I’m so excited for you!  We all loved our trip to Egypt, even our picky teenagers.  That is high praise! As we planned our Egypt adventure, my husband insisted on visiting Abu Simbel. Most people spend a night in Aswan before or after a visit to

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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