Yes!!! Very soon we’ll be on the road again. It’s really been wayyyy too long! I’m so excited about our upcoming trip. We have two months and a basic plan but nothing set in stone yet. Which is exactly the way we like it. Our last trip was 6 weeks in Mexico, in 2019. And it’s been 7 years since we went on our 10-month-long adventure in South East Asia. … Read more
The Algarve is a great destination for your Portugal family holidays. Easy to reach from lots of cities in Europe and further overseas, you can often find some great Algarve holiday deals. But the Algarve is a large region. What are the best places in Algarve for families and what are the best things to do in Algarve with kids? My parents like to escape the Dutch winters for some … Read more
Our first trip in over 3 years was to Dahab, Egypt. No surprise there right? Of course, our holiday house needed quite a bit of maintenance and in our last week, we were hit with the pharao’s curse (aka diarrhea). So we didn’t have much time to explore and dive but we did manage to squeeze in two PADI Bubblemaker dives for our little world traveler. After finding out the … Read more
Last year we started publishing books for kids, among which are a series of kids’ travel journals. It’s been quite an adventure with a steep learning curve, but we’ve discovered this is something we enjoy doing. Another great way to let families profit from our travel experience. These travel diary books are meant for kids aged 6+. They contain draw and write pages, fun travel games, puzzles and coloring pages. … Read more
Men are notoriously difficult to shop for, but if dad is an avid camper or outdoorsy person you’re in luck. You’ll have your choice of Father’s Day gifts, gifts for dad’s birthday or Christmas gifts for your dad… There are plenty of fantastic camping gifts for men and this post with the best camping gifts will give you lots of inspiration for cool camping gifts for dad. It’s so much … Read more
In case it has slipped your mind, Father’s Day is the third Sunday in June. As parents, it would of course be nice to be celebrated (or at least appreciated) every day but since that’s not likely to happen we’ll have to settle for once a year during Father’s Day and Mother’s Day. I don’t know about you, but I find it quite a struggle to come up with a … Read more
One of the best things about family travel is the magnitude of wonderful memories you make with your kids. Whether you’re on an RTW family adventure or a short city trip with your kids, travel creates memories that last a lifetime. Our house is filled with pictures from all the places we’ve visited with our son. And every time we look at them, we’re reminded about the wonderful time we … Read more
Camping is a fun bonding activity for the whole family. It’s very healthy for both young and old to spend time outside in nature. And creating amazing memories while traveling with your family is always worth it. Camping is often associated with the summer, but as long as you have the right equipment you can enjoy camping year-round. Nature is just as beautiful in the winter as it is in … Read more
In light of the current situation and the travel restrictions, we’ve been focusing on local and domestic travel. Since we generally prefer to travel to overseas destinations where it’s warm and sunny, researching places to stay so close to home is a massive change for us. Maybe it’s the same for you? If so, keep on reading! We’re planning to take more trips in our own country and I want … Read more
When you’re planning to travel with your kids, whether it’s a short trip or long-term travel, it always pays off to be well informed so you can make the most of it. These awesome family travel bloggers have loads of experience and lots of fantastic tips to share with you. From finding the best place to eat in Hanoi, the cheapest hotels in Melbourne and the quirkiest children’s museum in … Read more
Printables are a great solution for travel. They’re low-budget and easy to bring along. Whether you are looking for fun travel games, need something for your kids to do while you’re driving to grandma, are focusing your unit studies on travel, transport, or a particular country or just want to pretend-travel with your kids, you’re sure to find what you need in this post. From road trip bingo to free … Read more
In case you may have forgotten, Mother’s Day is the second Friday in May. Of course, mothers should be celebrated every day, but since that’s generally not the case why not get your mother an extra special Mother’s Day gift? Moms often say they ‘already have everything’ so it might take a bit of effort to come up with something thoughtful and creative. Be assured, this will only make her … Read more
For those of us with a severe case of wanderlust, not being able to travel is hard. We just have those itchy feet and the travel bug can cause unrest and dissatisfaction. Right now the Corona virus is really messing up everybody’s travel plans and most of us are self-isolating or even in self-quarantine. Keep dreaming though, eventually travel will resume! But even without de pandemic COVID-19 there are many … Read more
Most families traveling with kids are on a bit of a budget, I know we are! And let’s be honest… who doesn’t love free things to do? There are loads of things to do for free in Haarlem, but you need to know where to look. So if you’ve visiting Haarlem with kids, let us help you a bit and tell you what fun free things you can do in … Read more
Naturalis Biodiversity Center definitely deserves its spot in the top 10 best children’s museums in The Netherlands. Located in Leiden, this Dutch natural history museum is only a short train ride away from Amsterdam and well worth the visit. The museum has been closed a very long time for renovations, but in September 2019 it was finally reopened. Better than ever! Spread out over almost 6000m2 you’ll find Naturalis’ massive … Read more
If like me, you sometimes struggle a bit to come up with original and fun gifts for your travel-loving family members or friends, don’t worry. I’ve done the work for you! This list of the best travel gifts for kids offers you lots of inspiration. Great gift ideas for traveling children and travel-inspired presents for kids and families that love travel and explore. Looking for travel presents for your significant … Read more
Family trips in Florida are popular for a reason. Orlando, the capital of Orange County, is a great family tourist destination. Although the city is known worldwide for its theme parks, hotels and tourist attractions, there are countless things to do in Orlando with kids that don’t necessarily involve Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. Wondering what else to do around Orlando? Check out these ideas for family activities in … Read more
Visiting the Mayan ruins was high on my list of things to do in the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico. Ancient civilizations have always fascinated me. Experiencing the – very worthwhile! – Palenque ruins in Chiapas wasn’t enough for me and I wanted to see another site, a bit closer to the Mayan Riviera. We chose Coba ruins and were not disappointed. These are definitely some of the best Mayan ruins … Read more
Are you taking a family trip to Amsterdam? Traveling with kids and finding a nice place to sit down for some food and drinks can be a challenge. Therefore, it’s easiest if you locate the best family-friendly restaurants and cafes before you set out. Sometimes all you need is a quick coffee from a café, while other times you may want to take some time and have a bite to … Read more
If your plans for this summer include family travel, visiting the United States is a great choice. A USA road trip is on many family’s bucket list. From its breathtaking natural wonders and famous amusement parks to its unique and sometimes surprising culture, the United States promises an unforgettable trip with lots of family fun. However, it’s important that you make all the necessary arrangements to ensure a fun trip … Read more