Last week we headed to Aruba for some sun and fun before the start of Fall. The Aruba Tourism board contacted us to visit, and we jumped at the chance to finally see Aruba! We’d heard great things about the island while living in Amsterdam, since Aruba is actually part of the Netherlands. We rented a Jeep for the week…
Read the PostThere are few places that leave an impression quite like Sarakiniko Beach in Milos. After seeing a photo years ago, I’ve been dreaming of going and experiencing its incredible moon-like landscape in person. Jacob and I had already made plans to visit the Greek Islands this summer, and we had nothing scheduled for the beginning of September (which also happened…
Read the PostLast Updated May 2026 I love wintertime in Europe. There’s something magical about snow-covered pastel houses and Christmas markets that makes 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…
Read the Post Last month we visited Sweden for the first time with the Sweden Tourism Board. We had the best time exploring the West Coast! Jacob and I put together this West Sweden video highlighting some of our favorite moments. This video covers everything, including the most epic surroundings from our 72 hour cabin in Dalsland, to the islands off Sweden’s…
Read the PostDespite traveling most of Europe, I’m still blown away by how amazing the scenery, food and design is in Scandanavia. That’s why Jacob and I were eagerly anticipating this trip to Sweden! We were invited by the Sweden tourism board to explore the west coast, which is known for beautiful seaside towns, nature, and incredible food scene. As most of…
Read the PostLast Updated June 2026 Sintra 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…
Read the PostLast Updated June 2026 I’ve been to Portugal a couple of 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 girls’ trip to the city! Lisbon is just a short flight away from Amsterdam, so I hopped on the plane…
Read the PostThere’s nothing like the feeling of flying into a destination with clear blue water on all sides. This trip was a long time coming — though Jacob and I lived in the U.S. most of our lives, we never made it to The Bahamas. Now we can’t imagine why! It’s a short flight away and a welcome slice of paradise….
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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