9 Tips for Visiting D-Day Sites in Normandy with Kids
I’m not going to lie: I was really nervous about visiting the D-Day sites in Normandy with kids. I knew we’d be visiting a lot of somber, meaningful places where…
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Awesome Family-Friendly Place to Stay in Normandy
As a family of five, we usually stay in an AirBnb when we travel since we get the most bang for our buck with space and amenities. But I wanted…
Thoughts on Visiting Normandy, France
Normandy, France, was never on my list of places to visit. I knew it was fundamental to our history (not just as Americans, but as citizens in this world), but…
Where to See Scottish Highland Cows in Europe
Every single morning before work, my husband slips on his shoes, tunes into a podcast, and hits the pavement for a jog. He clocks anywhere from three to eleven miles…
Tulip Hunting in the Netherlands
So there we were, in Holland and cruising down little back roads in our Toyota Prius with all five of our noses practically smooshed against the windows, and our eyes…
Where to See Sequoia Trees in Germany
Yeah, you read that title right: you can actually see real live sequoia trees in Germany. Who knew?! One dark and gloomy day during our shutdown last fall, I started…
Where to Find Tulip Fields in Germany
I know what you’re thinking: “Tulip fields in Germany? Wait. Don’t you mean, ‘Drive to the Netherlands and see the tulips there?’” Nope! You can see rows and rows of…
Life in Germany: I Have Pandemic Fatigue
I give up. I have pandemic fatigue, and I’m straight up, officially exhausted. I’ve been fine with social distancing. I’ve been on board with wearing masks—including having my kids wear…
Cherry Blossom Street in Bonn, Germany
Ten years ago when we moved to Italy, I scoured the Internet for the coolest places to see in Europe. In my search, I found a photo of one single…