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5 Places in Italy I’d Go Back to Again and Again
I’ve been to Italy many times, and I can confidently say that I’m not done with it. The first trip was our honeymoon, when we did Rome, Sorrento, Positano, Capri, and Ravello. Years later, we went back with the kids and my parents, stayed in Tuscany, and eventually made our way back down to the…
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How to Order Tapas and Pintxos in Spain Like a Local
The first time you walk into a tapas bar in Spain can be a little overwhelming. There is food all over the bar, people standing around with glasses of wine, someone ordering something hot from the kitchen, and nobody to tell you what to do. Pintxos are especially tied to places like the Basque region,…
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San Sebastián with Kids: Where to Stay, Eat and What to Do
People come to San Sebastián to eat, and for good reason. The city has one of the strongest food cultures in the world, from hole-in-the-wall pintxos bars packed into the Old Town to incredible Michelin-starred restaurants throughout San Sebastián, or Donostia as the locals call it. What surprised me most, though, was how easy it…
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Every Restaurant We Loved in Sevilla + Málaga: A Foodie Family Guide
One of the best parts of traveling through southern Spain was the food. Some meals were planned, some we stumbled upon, and a few were chosen simply because the kids were hungry and we needed something easy. And yes, we definitely had Burger King once or twice out of pure desperation and convenience. But overall,…
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Our 12-Day Northern Spain + Mallorca Trip with Kids
Spain has always felt like a second home to me. Studying abroad in Bilbao changed my life, and ever since, I’ve dreamed of returning. This trip gave us the chance to experience three very different sides of Spain: reconnecting with the people and culture of Bilbao, savoring the incredible food scene in San Sebastián, and…
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12 Days in Southern Spain with Kids: Sevilla, Málaga + Estepona
Some places you visit, while others stay with you. Spain has always been the latter for me—the food, the light, and the slower pace make it especially meaningful to experience as a family. Here is the itinerary from our 12-day trip through Southern Spain, blending culture, adventure, and relaxation. I created the vision for the…
A Life Well Traveled
Luxury travel with kids, done internationally