Travel + 5 Kids + Real Life
Reading Time: 11 minutes *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.* Where to next? […]
Reading Time: 10 minutes Travel addicts like us constantly daydream about where to go next and what kind of deal we can get on our flights. Flights tend to be the most expensive part of an international trip, especially for a family. With most international flights across an ocean clocking in at $500, on […]
Reading Time: 7 minutes Have you heard of a photography company that specializes in capturing vacation memories? Imagine one that connects travelers with local photographers in more than 300 cities worldwide so travelers can have professional photos taken of themselves, their family, and their friends in the places they visit. Flytographer has got you […]
Reading Time: 11 minutes 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 […]
Reading Time: 15 minutes After visiting nearly 40 countries, most with our five kids in tow, we’ve learned a few things about traveling internationally. I remember the dread and fear in my stomach when facing our first big international tour. Your first trip overseas can be nerve-wracking. You might start thinking about what you can expect. Will […]
Reading Time: 9 minutes Our five kids have traveled over 30 international flights around the world. Our longest flight was from Auckland to Los Angeles for 14 hours; we understand jet lag well. What’s the best way to deal with it? How can you minimize the adverse side effects of your vacation? *Disclaimer: This post may […]
Reading Time: 13 minutes Today dawns the fourth anniversary of our most impactful decision as a family. This day, four years ago, we departed our “normal” life after selling our cars and home, putting our remaining possessions into storage, and leaving with seven backpacks and four checked bags that contained our new life. The […]
Reading Time: 7 minutes *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.* Traveling full-time with kids […]
Reading Time: 13 minutes Have a toddler and want to travel? Fear no more! While toddlers are the most difficult to fly with, in my opinion, I’ve got loads of tips to make your flight smooth. Take heart. Parents around the world travel with toddlers every day. You CAN do this. It just takes […]
Reading Time: 10 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! We are almost 200 days into […]