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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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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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Why Spain Is the Best First European Trip for Kids
Choosing your first international trip with kids is a big decision. You want somewhere safe, beautiful, easy to navigate, culturally rich, and genuinely welcoming to families. You also want the trip to feel enjoyable for everyone, not like a long list of activities you are rushing to complete. After traveling through Spain year after year,…
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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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Packing for Europe With Kids: What We Brought and What We Left Home
Traveling to Europe with little ones is exciting, but packing can feel like an Olympic sport. After multiple international trips with two toddlers, I finally feel like we’ve found What We Packed for Spain With Kids and What We Left at Home After several trips to Europe with young kids, we have finally found our…
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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