The city of Amsterdam has a bit of a reputation. When many people in the U.S. think Amsterdam, they think Red Light District, illicit substances, and X-rated shops. Not exactly what you think would be one of the best places for a family-friendly vacation...
If you’re planning a trip to Austria - Salzburg likely falls low on your list of best places to visit. You’ll likely put it well below bustling Vienna, charming Innsbruck, and Insta-worthy Hallstatt. In fact, if you’re not a raving Sound of Music fan, like...
Since I’m an introvert who doesn’t like crowds, I have a love/hate relationship with London. Full of fascinating history, diverse cultures, and world-class museums, London requires careful navigation. I mean, really, how do they fit so many...
We had one extra day in England. I had always wanted to see more of the United Kingdom than just the London area. And can I tell you a secret? I’d always wanted to see an old castle. When I say castle, I don’t mean the sophisticated splendor of Windsor or...
As a kid, my dad traveled a lot for work, catching flights to far flung destinations like Japan, Germany, and Italy. I thought it sounded so glamorous. I remember asking him once what his favorite city in the world was. Zurich, he said. And he promised...
Between the Medicis and a lot of Caravaggio, for many, Florence doesn’t exactly scream ‘family fun’. While it may not sound like Florence has a lot to offer kids, it actually does have many wonderful activities for adventurous families. Don’t get me wrong,...