My Italy Packing List: What to Pack & What You Should Skip
After multiple trips to Italy, with another coming up next week, I’ve narrowed down my Italy packing list to just what I actually use. Since I prefer to travel with …
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10 Top-Rated Tours in Paris for Families in 2026 (That Your Kids Will Love)
Paris is an iconic city renowned for its incredible history, gorgeous architecture, and world-famous Paris landmarks. Over our past several trips to Paris, we visited many of the most popular …
My Top 10 First-Hand Tips for International Travel
Planning your first international trip is a mix of excitement, fun, and a touch of nervousness. The idea of exploring new cultures and landscapes is beyond exciting, but it’s also natural …
Flytographer: Booking Vacation Photographers Around The World + My Tips
For me, traveling is about more than just visiting new places. It’s about creating lasting memories that stay with me long after the journey ends. As a travel lover, mom, …
My Stay at the Hyatt Regency Lisbon: Location, Tips & More
The Hyatt Regency Lisbon was my home base during a solo trip to Portugal last year, and while it’s not in the heart of Lisbon, it worked out really well …
Sintra Day Trip From Lisbon: A Realistic One-Day Sintra Itinerary
A Sintra day trip from Lisbon is one of the most popular day trips in Portugal! In less than an hour, you can go from Lisbon’s historic neighborhoods to misty …
Exploring the Moorish Castle Sintra, Portugal: What To Know Before You Go
If Pena Palace in Sintra, Portugal, feels busy and overwhelming, the Moorish Castle Sintra, or Castle of the Moors, is the complete opposite. It’s quieter, more spread out, and focused …
Lake Iseo & Monte Isola: Italy’s Hidden Gem You’ll Fall in Love With
If you’re planning a trip to Italy in 2026 or 2027 and want something beautiful, relaxing, and family-friendly, but less crowded than Lake Como, Lake Iseo is a dream. Tucked …
Where to Stay in Cinque Terre, Italy: The Best Towns & Tips for First-Time Visitors
Choosing where to stay in Cinque Terre is one of those decisions that’s easy to overthink. I visited Cinque Terre last summer and spent five nights in Vernazza with my …
Visiting The Agora Of Ancient Athens, Greece
During a recent family trip to Greece, we had the opportunity to tour the legendary Acropolis and several lesser-known historical places in the heart of Athens. The city has many …
6 Easy European Cities Perfect for Your First Family Trip Abroad
Planning your first family trip to Europe can feel a little overwhelming because there are so many incredible European cities and unique places to visit in Europe that you can …
The Best Amazon Finds Inspired by France: Gifts & French Favorites
There’s something about France that just stays with you long after you leave. From strolling through the colorful streets of Cassis and Antibes to sipping espresso at Parisian cafés and …
Visiting Èze, France, And Hiking The Neitzche Path Back Down
Earlier this summer, we spent two and a half weeks on a European vacation with our two teenagers. After spending five nights in Spain, we flew into Nice and stayed …
Hiking the Cap Ferrat Coastal Path from Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Earlier this summer, we took a two-week European vacation, traveling in Spain and along the French Riviera. We started in Sitges, Spain, and then spent time in Barcelona. After that, …
How We Saw the Cassis Calanques in France Three Different Ways + Tips
This summer, our family spent four amazing days in the small French fishing village of Cassis. This stop was part of our annual two-week European vacation that took us to …
10 Fun & Easy Things to Do in Sitges, Spain
Our family just returned from an amazing two-week summer trip to Europe. We started our trip with two nights in Sitges, Spain, and three nights in Barcelona, Spain. We then …
15 Top Rated Malta Tours We Think You’ll Love
We recently returned from visiting Malta for a week during Abby and Jake’s spring break 2025. And, I was surprised how many people have never heard of Malta! Malta is …
Everything You Need To Know About Taking A Calanques Boat Tour From Cassis, France
This summer, our family took a trip to Spain and France and spent four nights in a charming little French fishing town named Cassis. This French town is situated about …
Our Sitges Boat Tour: Coastal Views, Cava, And So Much Fun In Spain
Sitges, Spain, is a small coastal town that epitomizes the beauty and atmosphere of Catalonia. Its welcoming atmosphere, sandy beaches, and stunning coastal views make it a hidden gem, situated …
Malta Boat Trip Guide: What We Learned + Travel Tips
We recently took a weeklong trip to Europe during our kids’ spring break in late March 2025. We spent three days in the beautiful Montmartre neighborhood of Paris and then …