Rovaniemi is what dreams are made of, literally. This charming city is the Official Hometown of Santa Claus, and it was the trip of a lifetime. If you have been thinking about a vacation here - book it! Rovaniemi is the capital of Lapland, in northern Finland. Almost totally destroyed during World War II, today... Continue Reading →
If you’re dreading your next family vacation because the idea of packing for your little tribe makes your palms sweat, let me relieve some of your anxiety! We just got back from three weeks in Scandinavia with our two children - and we packed four personal items. YUP that's it! When traveling with kids, it’s... Continue Reading →
Two weeks into our Scandinavian family vacation we were heading from Stockholm to Helsinki. Our children are great travelers, but already having been through airport security four times, we wanted a change of pace. After some research, we saw there were overnight luxury cruises on the Baltic Sea with Silja Symphony, which looked perfect for... Continue Reading →
Surrounded by seven mountains and overlooking the sea, Bergen is majestic. It comes as no surprise this storybook village was reportedly the inspiration for Anna and Elsa's home kingdom of Arendelle (you know, the Disney movie Frozen!). The city itself is very walkable, and the public transportation is easy to navigate. Bergen is a gateway to the... Continue Reading →
Ah Stockholm, truly the most child-friendly city we have ever visited. We quickly developed a love affair with this city, from the beautiful views to the endless activities available for families, we day-dreamed about moving here. There is an abundance of children's attractions and museums with activities and exhibits. Distances are short and the public transportation... Continue Reading →
Iceland is so nice we went twice! There was a great deal on round trip tickets from Boston, so we both started and ended our Scandinavian adventure in this magnificent country. You can read about our first stop in Iceland here. We gushed about our first experience here, and our second experience was even more... Continue Reading →
Iceland, the land of fire and ice, opened our eyes to the power and beauty of Mother Nature. It is a perfect destination for families, even those with young children (ours were four and two when we went). Iceland is like something out of a book, a fantasy land filled with vikings, volcanos, glaciers, waterfalls,... Continue Reading →
The following post is sponsored by Roomkey. All opinions, text and advice are my own. If you love waterfalls, chances are you have heard of Niagara Falls, but have you been? This was something on our family bucket list and I am so happy to have checked it off the list. If you have been... Continue Reading →
If you appreciate vibrant art, mother nature, and craft beer - this is the place for you! Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville provides endless adventure for any age. While you could spend weeks here, we suggest three days for a quick jaunt to explore this hotspot. This bustling scene is a melting pot... Continue Reading →
