When you’re looking for destinations in Europe that are exciting to teenagers, chances are Vienna isn’t high on your list. It wasn’t for us either, but after we went, we realized that there are so ..read more

Bellingen NSW is a cool little town located halfway between Sydney and Brisbane in the Coffs Harbour region. Although being a small town, it’s well known for the Bellingen Markets, one of Australia’s largest regional ..read more

After 22+ years of travel, I think I’ve got the knack for how to pack a suitcase efficiently down to a T. But I wasn’t always that way, I was born without an organization gene ..read more

Ok parents, real talk now. We know it can be hard going to public places with kids, especially when they are young and unfamiliar with their surroundings. One of the biggest anxieties as a parent ..read more

One of our favorite vacations was when we took our teenage daughters to Venice. The floating city is often regarded as a “city of love” and has a romantic air about it, but you’d be surprised by how many things there are to do with teenagers in Venice. It has everything that teenagers want and need from a vacation destination. It has unique experiences that you won’t find anywhere else in the world and plenty of opportunities to immerse in the local culture and way of life. From exploring the meandering canals to getting your shopping fix, Venice provides entertainment, enrichment, education ..read more

Working abroad is one of the most exciting ways to travel long-term. Not only does it make the travel experience cheaper, but it turns the everyday mundane, like visiting the bank, into an exotic adventure. Craig and I have lived and worked abroad in several different countries; we’ve worked in London, Dublin, Bangkok, and finally settled in Raleigh, North Carolina. Teaching in Bangkok We loved every minute of it and we highly recommend everyone experiences working abroad at least once in their life (trust me, you’ll get addicted). That being said, it’s not as simple as packing a suitcase and ..read more

Kruger National Park is arguably the most famous game reserve in South Africa and THE place to go on safari and see African wildlife in their own backyard. It’s known as one of Africa’s largest game reserves. Spanning across two provinces, Limpopo and the Mpumalanga, and encompassing 19,455 square kilometres, this game reserve is huge! With lots of space, comes a lot of wild animals, and it’s possible to see each of the “Big 5” animals within the park (lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants and cape buffalo). Rhinoceros in Kruger Park South Africa As well as being home to a diverse array on animal ..read more

Located on the Turquoise Coast of Turkey is the stunning city of Antalya, known for its Roman and Greek history, blissful beaches, historic Old Town, and delicious foodie scene. Needless to say, there are plenty of things to do in Antalya to make it worth staying a while. Ataturk, Turkey’s founding father, once described Antalya as “the most beautiful place on earth”. While that might be a bit of biased hyperbole, there is no doubt that Antalya is stunning. The historic marina surrounded by dramatic cliffs and ancient city walls, the long city beach with the Taurus Mountains looming in the bac ..read more

We know it can be hard to find a vacation destination in the U.S. that has something to offer teenagers. It’s easy to find activities and attractions that cater to kids and adults, but what about those adolescents who are looking for mature things to do and take part in age-appropriate cultural experiences? Over the last few years, we’ve been traveling all over the USA to find destinations that our two teen daughters love – and there have been many places that they adored!  Ice skating in DC Their criteria for the perfect destination is to have a variety of activities, unique cultural exp ..read more

Hola Amigos! So you’re thinking of visiting South America! This colourful continent offers up a feast of great adventures, so if you’re looking for bucket list experiences, you’re not short of options. From hiking to Machu Picchu in Peru, or witnessing the lively buzz of Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, there are so many awesome travel experiences in South America you can have if you know what they are and when they happen. To help you out, we’ve put together this list of bucket list experiences in South America so you can plan some epic adventures for your next trip. The Ultimate South America Buc ..read more