621 articles tagged with family travel
When my analytics work led me to Madagascar last fall—a destination I'd been data-mining for months after noticing a surge in search trends—I wasn't prepared for how Mahajanga would capture both my analytical mind and adventure-seeking spirit. This coastal gem...
There's something magical about watching your child's eyes widen as they spot their first giraffe in the wild—not through a screen or behind zoo barriers, but freely roaming its natural habitat. That moment happened for me last month when I...
When I first visited Fujairah five years ago, I was greeted by the most spectacular thunderstorm rolling in from the Gulf of Oman. The locals called it *barakat* – a blessing – as the eastern UAE coastline receives more rainfall...
Last spring, I found myself with a rare three-day weekend between EMT shifts and a standing invitation from my Dutch friend Marieke. Despite typically gravitating toward more rugged landscapes, something about the legendary Keukenhof Gardens called to me. Perhaps it...
The first time I laid eyes on the ochre landscape of Australia's Red Centre, I was instantly transported back to my environmental fieldwork days. But this time, I wasn't collecting soil samples or monitoring water quality – I was embarking...
The turquoise waters of Cancun have been calling to me since childhood, when my abuela would tell stories of the pristine beaches along Mexico's Caribbean coast. Now, as a mom who travels with my 10-year-old son Diego and husband Mark,...
Growing up between Scotland's rugged coastlines and my mother's stories of Japan's island shores, I've developed quite the affinity for water's edge—no matter where it may be found. While Oklahoma might not spring to mind when you think 'beach holiday,'...
The first time I stepped off the train at Belfast's Great Victoria Street Station, I was struck by how compact and accessible this historically rich city felt. Having explored dozens of European capitals with their sprawling metro systems, Belfast offered...
After decades of planning recreation programs for families back in Minneapolis, I've developed a keen eye for spotting activities that genuinely engage both kids and adults. When my son Jake and I recently spent a week exploring Brisbane, Australia's underrated...
The morning light filters through the colorful textiles hanging in the mercado as my friend Lucia's twins race ahead, their excitement palpable in the bustling aisles of Guatemala City's central market. Having explored this vibrant capital numerous times—first as a...
As someone who splits her time between straightening teeth and exploring the world with my three little ones in tow, I've learned that where you stay shapes everything about your travel experience. This summer, I decided to treat my family...
Singapore holds a special place in my heart as a destination that beautifully balances cutting-edge innovation with deep cultural roots—much like my own Korean-American heritage. As someone who travels monthly with my husband and two children, I've learned that Singapore...
Vienna surprised me. Known worldwide for Mozart, Strauss, and opulent Habsburg palaces, I expected to spend my week surrounded by gilded interiors and concert halls. But what captivated me most was the city's remarkable green soul—a network of accessible outdoor...
There's something about autumn that transforms Celtic cities into living storybooks. The golden light casts longer shadows across cobblestones, the air carries whispers of centuries past, and somehow, the veil between history and present feels delightfully thin. After years of...
You know what they say about Portugal's beaches—they're all postcard perfect and packed with tourists. Well, folks, I'm here to let you in on a little secret: that's only half true. After 25+ years of corporate sales trips that eventually...
