Travel + 5 Kids + Real Life
Reading Time: 11 minutesGiven 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 minutesBasking 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 minutesBefore 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 minutesVisiting 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 minutesMisty, 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 minutesEmbarrassing 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 […]
Reading Time: 11 minutesAs an incredible collection of over 2,000 islands boasting ancient history, mythology, crystal clear waters, and stunning sights, Greece draws millions of visitors a year. Take one visit, and it’s not hard to see why! Seeing Greece with kids can present some challenges, but the history and the food truly […]
Reading Time: 10 minutesGiven 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! We had just concluded our trip […]
Reading Time: 9 minutesScandinavia ranks among the best places to live in the world, and it’s not hard to see why. People are friendly, if not overly warm, pedestrians and bikes are everywhere, landscapes are breathtaking, and quality of life ranks as some of the highest in Europe. Copenhagen offers plenty of entertainment […]
Reading Time: 8 minutesBudapest claims the 9th largest city in the European Union and has a population of nearly two million. One thing is certain about this population: they love their thermal baths! We explored this lovely city last year, and also found other family-friendly activities that our kids enjoyed! With nine medicinal […]