Mallorca and Puglia: Top Spots for Unforgettable Family Trips and Celebrations
There are many ways to travel. Sometimes, the goal is to see as much as possible while spending as little as possible—something I’ve done on many of my trips, including my recent budget-friendly trip to Georgia, where I spent just $13 on an Airbnb for my last night. But other times, travel is about relaxation, […]
10 Tips for Dealing with Language Barriers When Traveling
In front of the Kyrenia Gate, in Nicosia, North Cyprus Traveling the world is one of the things I enjoy most. I’m so glad I’ve been able to visit 10 different countries in the last 8 years, 4 of them with my children. As a native English speaker, I am kind of spoiled in having […]
Our Frugal Trip To Georgia, Day One: Vani Sulfur Hot Springs and Batumi
Hello there from Georgia! As I wrote in my post yesterday, today we left on a 6:45 am flight (meaning we woke up at 3:30 after only getting to sleep at midnight after a late arrival to Cyprus) from Larnaca to Kutaisi, Georgia. It was a 2 hour flight and, fortunately, I managed to sleep […]
Hello From Cyprus — For The Moment
When my oldest son was almost 11, I went on a trip with him to Craiova, Romania, his first time ever leaving our country, his first time ever on a plane. My other kids wanted to go on trips with me as well, and I told my kids that the summer before they turned 11 […]
How to Choose Earrings for Your Travel Destination’s Climate
Earrings are my favorite accessory. They’re something small you can use to elevate your entire outfit, they’re easy to travel with, and there are so many different varieties. (I feel the same way about lipstick.) When traveling, you can pack just a few pairs that suit different climates and occasions, and they’ll instantly transform your […]
Common Mistakes To Avoid While Selecting The Best Istanbul Travel Agency
Istanbul, a vibrant city where East meets West, is not only rich in historic landmarks, bustling markets, and breathtaking landscapes but also an affordable destination for travelers. With my children’s great-grandparents originally from Turkey, I’d love to take them there someday to connect with their roots and explore the culture firsthand. These tips for choosing […]
Using Innovative Digital Technologies to Ensure Safety & Security While Traveling – Best Solutions
My son was just in the US and while he was there, his phone went kaput. It was a pain in the neck and the first week and a half at camp he had no phone to use until the new one arrived by mail. But while that was really frustrating, there are many other […]
From Tailgating to Camping: Smart Cooler Hacks for the Fall Season
I love coolers. When we go camping, I am able to keep my food cold in it so we can bring along cheap groceries instead of buying more expensive ones closer to the camp site, and then we can save leftovers instead of needing to cook something each meal. I’ve even used my cooler for […]
Keeping Your Phone and Data Secure While Traveling
I love traveling and so does my family. But when traveling, we need to make sure to stay safe. One of the ways to stay safe traveling is to pack a first aid kit, tailored to your personal needs while traveling, such as I did and wrote about in this post (back in the day […]
