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Three Days in Barcelona: Tapas, Tile Mosaics, and the Art of Letting the Day Win
Some cities stay with you long after the trip ends, and for us, Barcelona has always been one of them. Long before traveling with a backpack full of snacks, portable chargers, and emergency Band-Aids, Chris and I came here on our honeymoon armed with nothing but youthful energy and the…
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Two Days in Madrid: Flamenco, Churros & Royal Palaces
There are vacations where you take it easy. Then there are vacations where you attempt to see the (most of the) capital cities of Europe in 10 days. Madrid was leg three, (London, Paris) and we had roughly 36 hours while surviving entirely on caffeine, cured ham, and blind optimism.…
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Paris in the Spring: Three Days Worth the Wait
Spring Break 2026, Part II We pulled into Paris via the Eurostar—gliding beneath the English Channel and emerging into the French countryside. It was one of those travel moments built up in our heads for years. For Luke and Jake, making it to Paris truly was a bucket list experience.…
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48 Hour London Itinerary: A Fast-Paced Family Travel Guide
Spring Break 2026 wasn’t supposed to be ambitious. Yet, somehow it turned into a whirlwind 48-hour introduction to London (en route to Paris, Madrid and Barcelona) that felt equal parts a little chaos and magical. In true Thomas style, this trip was stitched together with credit card points, flexible expectations,…
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An October Love Letter to Italy: Part II – Florence, Tuscany and Bologna
Continued from Part I: Rome and Bologna Florence felt like a reset. After Rome’s intensity, Florence wrapped us in beauty and balance. Over three days, we explored the city at an easy pace, blending art, food, and movement. If you’re planning a trip to Italy in autumn, Florence is one…
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Spanish Paella Recipe: Family-Style
Jump to Recipe The first time I saw paella being made, it was sizzling in the middle of a roof desk patio in Barcelona. The aroma of saffron, garlic, and seafood drifted through the air. Our little class gathered around the pan, laughing, talking, and waiting for the rice to…
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Family Trip to Rome and Bologna, Italy (Food & Travel Guide)
This Rome and Bologna itinerary shares our family travel experience exploring historic landmarks, incredible food, and everyday life in two of Italy’s most fascinating cities. An October Love Letter to Italy: Part I Italy in the fall feels like a deep exhale. This was a trip in the making for…
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Sunny Days & Beachy Waves: A Puerto Vallarta Summer
I don’t know if it was the lack of time or motivation, but I finally booked trip without an itinerary. Summer had started quick and hard this year and just kept going. Another house move. A new job. Summer photography class and daily swim team practice. The thought crossed my…
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American Southwest Road Trip (Colorado, Arizona & New Mexico)
A Spring Break road trip through the American Southwest just might be the best time of year for this type of travel. But no matter the temps, the desert roads seems to go on forever. For reference, we covered Southern Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico and just a literal footstep into…
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Seattle to Whistler: Sea to Sky Highway Road Trip
If you’re looking for one of the most beautiful road trips in North America, the drive from Seattle to Whistler along the Sea to Sky Highway should be at the top of your list. This route is famous for its dramatic mix of ocean views, towering mountains, and waterfalls—all packed…