Celebrating at the STP finish line at Holladay Park in Portland, Oregon

How a 10-Year-Old Completed the Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic (STP)

207 miles. Two days. One unforgettable July. Here is how a 10-year-old boy rode from Seattle to Portland — and what it took to get him there. Travel Month: July 2025 Can a 10-year-old do the STP? Yes. Ours did. On July 12–13, 2025, our son crossed the finish line in Portland after 207 miles […]

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Taj Mahal, Agra, India

2 Days in Agra, India in December: Taj Mahal, Agra Fort & MORE

Planning a trip to Agra, India in December? You are in exactly the right place. This is a complete travel guide for international visitors — covering the Taj Mahal, Agra Fort, and Fatehpur Sikri across two unforgettable days, with everything you need to know about getting there from Delhi, navigating the winter fog, ticket prices,

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Ready for the boat trip to the French Valley hike trail head

Torres del Paine with Kids: Our 9-Year-Old on the W Trek

At a Glance     Destination Torres del Paine National Park, Chile Travel month April (autumn — highly recommended) Child’s age 9 years old W Trek legs completed by child French Valley (12 miles), Glacier Grey (7 miles one way) Group split day Base of Towers — dad did full 14-mile hike, son did Los

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Family game drive in open-roof jeep through Tanzania national park during wildlife safari

Tanzania Safari Packing List for Families (July): What We Actually Packed on Our First Wildlife Safari

A Tanzania safari packing list sounds straightforward — until you realize you’ll be boarding a small bush flight, your kid will be sitting in a jeep at 6:30 am in cold Ngorongoro air, and everyone will tell you different things about what to wear. In July, we traveled to Tanzania as a family of three

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The Southeast Peninsula: Where Two Oceans Meet 

St. Kitts & Nevis Travel Guide: A First-Hand Trip

Travel Month – April  A Caribbean escape to two of the Lesser Antilles’ most underrated islands — where sugarcane plantations meet British colonial forts, rainforest trails dissolve into turquoise bays, and a short ferry ride takes you to a quieter island that feels like time forgot. A note before we begin: We visited St. Kitts

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Display of Clogs of various sizes

Amsterdam with Kids: Canals, Dykes, Zaanse Schans, Giethoorn & the Johan Cruyff Arena

Travel Month – August Amsterdam wasn’t originally on our radar, but we are so glad it made the list. We were a family of three — my husband, our 10-year-old son, and me — and we spent a few days taking in the city at our own pace. We did a canal boat ride, took

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Jaws Beach Nassau Bahamas

Bahamas Family Vacation: 7-Day Nassau & Grand Bahama Itinerary

Travel Month – December Why the Bahamas? Planning a Nassau and Grand Bahama itinerary? Here’s exactly how we did it — three families, seven days, and zero regrets. Four days exploring Nassau, Bahamas — beaches, Atlantis, the Straw Market, and the best local food shacks you’ve never heard of — followed by three days of

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crystal clear turquoise water at Grace Bay Beach Providenciales Turks and Caicos

4 Days in Turks and Caicos: Family Travel Guide + Snorkeling Tips

If you’re looking for the perfect family vacation in the Caribbean, Turks and Caicos deserves to be at the very top of your list. We traveled here as a family and can honestly say it exceeded every expectation — the water is impossibly blue, the beaches are powder-soft, and the pace is exactly what a

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Iceland - Land of Ice and Fire

4-Day Iceland Winter Itinerary: Golden Circle, Glaciers & Northern Lights

 Iceland in 4 Days (November): The Perfect Winter Itinerary + Travel Guide If you’re wondering whether Iceland in November is worth it—the answer is yes, but only if you plan it right. With limited daylight, unpredictable weather, and fewer crowds, this is the time to experience Iceland in its most raw and dramatic form. There’s

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Puerto Vallarta

Puerto Vallarta Weekend Getaway: Celebrating Day of the Dead

Travel Month – November Planning a Puerto Vallarta weekend trip during Day of the Dead? Here’s everything you need to know. There’s something magical about a spontaneous getaway with friends—especially when it takes you to a place as lively and colorful as Puerto Vallarta during one of Mexico’s most meaningful celebrations, the Day of the

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Baby beach, Aruba

Aruba Travel Guide: 5-Day Itinerary, Tips

Sun, sea, shipwrecks, and a few surprises — here’s what five days on One Happy Island actually looks like. Travel Date – November 2025  Planning 5 days in Aruba? You’ve chosen one of the most reliably beautiful islands in the entire Caribbean — and as a family that has island-hopped across the Caribbean from Turks and

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Old town, Luxembourg city

Half-Day in Luxembourg City from Belgium – Day Trip Guide

Luxembourg City – Day trip from Brussels, Belgium Travel Month –  August 2025  Luxembourg City is the capital and most populous city of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, a historic fortress city perched on cliffs overlooking the Alzette and Pétrusse rivers, known for its UNESCO-listed Old Quarters, powerful fortifications, and status as a vital European financial and political hub. It’s a diverse, multilingual

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Red tram in Lisbon, Portugal

7 Days in Portugal: Lisbon, Porto, Nazare & Douro Valley Itinerary

A week long trip to Lisbon,Obidos, Porto, Douro Valley and Nazare. Travel Date – April, 2025 This spring break, we packed our bags and headed to Portugal, trading routine for tiled streets, ocean air, and endless views. Our journey took us from the vibrant hills of Lisbon to the charming riverside lanes of Porto, through the rolling

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Grand Place square lit up at night with ornate guild buildings, Brussels, Belgium

3 Days in Belgium Itinerary : Brussels, Ghent, Bruges & Dinant

Travel Month – August Belgium had always intrigued us with its charming medieval towns, vibrant city squares, and famous chocolates. With only two days to explore, we knew we had to plan carefully—but the beauty of the country made every moment worth it. During our whirlwind trip, we discovered the best Belgium has to offer:

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14 Days in Australia: Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide & more

Travel Month – December Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide, Kangaroo Island, Great Barrier Reef and more Planning a 14-day Australia itinerary is one of the best decisions you can make for a family vacation — and we say that as a family who has traveled to over 20 countries. No other destination packs in this much variety

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Fiji

4 Days in the Yasawa Islands, Nadi Fiji: Itinerary & Tips

Why Visit Fiji on a Short Trip? Travel Month – December Bula fellow travelers!! This year to get away from the cold rainy winter, we booked our tickets to go to Australia. On our way, we extended our layover in Fiji – a beautiful country in South Pacific Ocean. Fiji is a stunning archipelago, made

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Merlion Park, Singapore

Singapore Layover Guide: How to Spend a Night in Singapore

Few hours in Singapore Travel Month – August Sometimes the best travel moments are the ones you never planned. This August, on our way home to Seattle from vacation, our flight was delayed — and we found ourselves with an unexpected overnight layover in Singapore. No itinerary, no bookings, no expectations. We grabbed a quick dinner,

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Hiking trail in Torres del Paine National Park, Chile

1 Week in Patagonia: Chile Hiking Trip Itinerary for Adventure Travelers And Santiago

  A hiking trip to Patagonia, Santiago and Valparaiso Travel Month – April  Planning a Chile trip itinerary that balances bucket-list hiking with big-city culture? You’ve come to the right place. This Chile travel guide covers our week long adventure through Santiago, Chilean Patagonia, and Valparaíso — one of the most rewarding South America travel experiences

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A roaring lion in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Tanzania Safari Itinerary: 7 Days in Serengeti & Great Migration

A trip to Serengeti, Ngorongoro and Tarangire National Park. Travel Month – End of July Planning a Tanzania safari itinerary is no small feat — but if you’re dreaming of witnessing the Great Migration in the Serengeti, tracking the Big Five in Ngorongoro Crater, and experiencing the raw magic of East African wildlife, Tanzania is

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Arenal Volcano, Costa Rica

Costa Rica 10-Day Itinerary: Rainforests, Beaches & Wildlife

Travel Month – December Pura Vida (Pure life) Awaits: Why Costa Rica Should Be Your Next Adventure If you’ve ever dreamed of waking up to howler monkeys, watching a volcano emerge through the morning mist, or surfing golden Pacific waves before breakfast — Costa Rica is calling your name. In December 2023, our family of

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