621 articles tagged with family travel
When I first contemplated taking my twin nieces to Athens, I'll admit I had visions of meltdowns amid marble ruins and eye-rolls at yet another ancient temple. As someone who typically scales cliff sides in search of obscure tea ceremonies...
The Red Sea laps gently against Eilat's shores as tourists bask in the predictable pleasures of this resort town. But twenty minutes from the beach umbrellas and snorkeling excursions lies an entirely different Israel—one that has persisted for centuries in...
When my teenage daughter and I planned our weekend escape to Bulgaria's Rila Monastery, I knew we'd find spiritual tranquility within those iconic striped arches. What I hadn't anticipated was the treasure trove of authentic Bulgarian craftsmanship waiting in the...
There's something about the juxtaposition of gleaming skyscrapers against pristine shorelines that speaks to my *kokoro* (heart). Having spent countless hours navigating the brilliant chaos of Southeast Asian metropolises, I've developed a deep appreciation for the urban-to-beach escape ritual that...
There's something profoundly humbling about watching the Caribbean Sea meet the horizon in a seamless gradient of blues. Standing on Palm Beach in Noord, Aruba, I couldn't help but draw parallels to the cricket pitches I've covered across the globe—both...
The moment our plane descended toward Manila, I felt that familiar rush of anticipation I've experienced in mountain rescues—except this time, the adventure ahead involved navigating one of Southeast Asia's most dynamic capitals with three energetic nephews in tow. As...
As someone who's spent her life navigating between different cultures and transportation systems—from Frankfurt's efficient U-Bahn to rural Mexican bus routes—I've developed a knack for quickly mastering public transit in new cities. But London's iconic network holds a special place...
The moment my daughter's eyes widened at the sight of Bermuda's famous pink sand beaches, I knew our Southampton family adventure was going to be special. After years of dragging my 12-year-old Zoe across four continents in my quest to...
The moment our 4x4 cleared the outskirts of Windhoek, my soul instantly recalibrated to adventure mode. The sprawling Namibian landscape unfolded before us—a canvas of golden savanna stretching toward the horizon, punctuated by rugged mountains that seemed to guard ancient...
Growing up in sun-drenched Seville, beaches meant sand, salt, and endless horizons. But after two decades of photographing coastlines across five continents, I've developed a particular affection for an entirely different kind of shore – the crystalline alpine lakes nestled...
After three summers living in Valencia's sweltering heat, I've found myself increasingly drawn to Scandinavia's refreshing summers and family-centered culture. Last month, my daughter Ellie and I embarked on what might be our most architecturally stunning and child-friendly European adventure...
Growing up with Mexican roots in Nashville, I always felt a strange sense of disconnection from my heritage. That is, until my first visit to Puerto Vallarta five years ago to scout for a destination wedding. What was meant to...
When my kids and I first stepped off the cruise ship into Hamilton, Bermuda's charming capital, we were immediately captivated by the pastel-colored buildings and crystal-clear waters. But as a mom who's navigated destinations from the Florida Keys to the...
Standing at the entrance of the Forbidden City, my EMT training kicked in as I scanned the vast courtyard for potential hazards – old habits die hard. But this time, I wasn't responding to an emergency; I was beginning a...
When most travelers think of Puerto Rico, their minds immediately jump to the colorful streets of Old San Juan or the luxurious resorts of Condado. But after decades of optimizing travel experiences like I optimize websites, I've discovered that sometimes...
