Travel + 5 Kids + Real Life
Reading Time: 14 minutes For those wanting to visit Greece and enjoy the beautiful, ancient islands of the world, taking a family can present some challenges. Each Greek island, of which there are hundreds, sits a considerable distance from its neighbors. For example, a ferry ride from Athens to Santorini can last 10 hours […]
Reading Time: 11 minutes It’s official… we really love France. Having just completed our fifth trip there, I have to say I experience a weirdly comforting feeling when in France, almost like coming home. Perhaps it’s the climate, which feels similar to my native Colorado (or at least the mountains of Colorado), or just […]
Reading Time: 9 minutes Are you dreaming of a European adventure but want the flexibility of your own wheels for an extended stay? We’ve been there! We thought we needed a long-term car rental. However, it turned out that a short-term car lease in Europe was a better fit. With this solution, we were […]
Reading Time: 6 minutes Paris, often referred to as the City of Love, offers more than just romance; it’s also a perfect destination for a family adventure. We tried a memorable experience that combines fun and learning: learning to make macarons in Paris with our kids! This delightful culinary journey not only satisfied our […]
Reading Time: 11 minutes Given the flood of questions about our relocation to Portugal and being American expats, I’ve taken the plunge and launched a second blog titled ‘American Family in Portugal’. Join us as we share our journey and insights into expat life in this beautiful country! Even though we’ve lived in Portugal […]
Reading Time: 9 minutes Basking in our Disney glow (and loaded down with plenty of Disney swag), we are returning home from this visit with a greater appreciation of Disneyland Paris. It’s been a full four years since our last visit (and COVID-19 in between), and my overall opinion of our new, “local” Disneyland […]
Reading Time: 9 minutes Before booking flights to Slovenia, I could not have told you where Ljubljana was or how to say it (loo-blee-aa-nuh). Even Slovenia wasn’t on my radar until someone in my Portuguese class told me he would have settled in Slovenia over Portugal if the visa laws were easier. I was […]
Reading Time: 8 minutes Visiting Lake Bled, Slovenia, with kids can be an incredible family adventure. You’ve likely seen the iconic shots of the island in the middle of the stunning lake. Only 35 kilometers from Ljubljana, where you will likely fly into Slovenia, Lake Bled is a quick 1-hour drive by car. Renting […]
Reading Time: 10 minutes 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 […]
Reading Time: 8 minutes 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 […]