Travel + 5 Kids + Real Life
Reading Time: 11 minutesChristmas in Europe always trumps Christmas anywhere else in my book. We’ve tried a warm Christmas in Bali (not for me as far as Christmas weather goes), Christmas in several locations in the USA, and are trying Canada this year! However, Europe will always have a corner on Christmas magic […]
Reading Time: 10 minutesImagine a place where Christmas isn’t just a day but an entire magical experience. Welcome to Strasbourg, the self-proclaimed “Capital of Christmas” in Europe! This isn’t just marketing – the city has been hosting Christmas markets since 1570, making it one of the oldest and most authentic festive destinations in […]
Reading Time: 9 minutesBordeaux transforms into a magical winter paradise during the holiday season, offering families an enchanting Christmas market experience that captures the heart of French festive traditions. From late November to late December, the city comes alive with twinkling lights, joyful sounds, and the warmth of holiday cheer. Bordeaux was en […]
Reading Time: 5 minutesWhen 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 […]
Reading Time: 14 minutesMost dreams of traveling to Europe include the epicenter of ancient history and the “eternal city” – Rome, Italy. Many consider it the birthplace of art itself, and Rome literally consists of layer upon layer of ancient history that is constantly being unearthed and discovered. Several locals told us during […]
Reading Time: 9 minutesHalloween + Disney? Blissful! A match made in heaven. Fun fantasy combined with the mystical holiday leads to some special magic for the whole family. We currently reside in Portugal, and Disneyland Paris is our “home” Disney. While it’s a bit smaller than its US counterparts, I have a special […]
Reading Time: 25 minutesHey there from Portugal, fellow family adventurers! Man, I love this country! We’ve been soaking up the Portugal sun as expats for three years now and still loving it. Portugal has many flaws (don’t all countries?), but I’m sitting here enjoying views of the ocean with nice breezes and a […]
Reading Time: 13 minutesWe’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 […]
Reading Time: 19 minutesFrom 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 […]
Reading Time: 14 minutesFor 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 […]