It’s that time of year again. Normally the end of the year sneaks up on me, and I start reviewing everything I still want to get done. This year feels a bit different. Though 2018 flew by, I can’t help but acknowledge how much we have done this year. I took on travel blogging as my full-time job at the…
Read the PostIf you read our recent update about traveling full-time, you know that we’ve had a packed schedule these past few months. We also spent more time in and around the Greek Islands than ever before! This included experiencing some of the clearest blue water we’d ever seen during these weeks. Of the whole summer though, nothing compared to the turquoise…
Read the Post5+ DAYS — Best time to visit – July through September is peak season, in spring and winter the sea is still warm Weather – hot, dry Mediterranean climate Getting around – rental car, points of interest are usually within an hour drive Currency – Euros Languages – English, Greek and Turkish Nearby Airports – Larnaca Airport (LCA) or Paphos Airport (PFO) Photos…
Read the PostI love wintertime in Europe. There’s something magical about snow-covered pastel houses and Christmas markets that make everyone cheerful. Throughout the past couple of years of living abroad, Jacob and I have been fortunate enough to travel to a variety of winter destinations in Europe. This list covers all our favorites — from tucked-in wood cabins nestled in the Austrian…
Read the PostSintra is an easy day trip from Lisbon and neighboring towns like Cascais. It’s a UNESCO World Heritage site, filled with castles, palaces, and beautiful views of the surrounding area. I’ve visited the region twice now and still have the urge to go back and explore. If you’re planning a trip to Portugal, visiting Sintra is a must! Here’s everything…
Read the PostI’ve been to Portugal a couple times before, but I’ve only passed through Lisbon. So, I was thrilled last month when one of my best friends from California invited me to join her for a girl’s trip to the city! Lisbon is just a short flight away from Amsterdam, so I hopped on the plane for a long weekend of…
Read the PostIf you’ve been following along on our journey for a while, it probably comes as no surprise to hear me say that I love Europe. Ever since I was young, I was enamored with the idea of living abroad and traveling to a different European country every month. Cities in Europe just seemed more romantic than anywhere else I’d been…
Read the PostThough we’re rarely home in Amsterdam for months at a time, I still feel a sense of relief every time we return. The first thing we always do is open our windows to our front balcony (as long as it’s not raining!), sit outside and watch the canals. I’ve fallen more in love with living in this city than I…
Read the PostAs a country, Israel is a perfect blend of opposites: it has regions rich with history, and cities that are full of new world energy. After our recent travels in Europe I was ready for something new and Israel is a breath of fresh air! Tel Aviv is a dream city for anyone who appreciates food – I gorged myself…
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