As one of the most popular destinations in the country, Florence, Italy, is used to being in the tourism spotlight. Millions of visitors come from around the world to admire Michelangelo’s David, wander the Uffizi Gallery and cross the Ponte Vecchio, and marvel at the city’s magnificent Duomo. Florence is a feast for the eyes, …
You don’t have to go to Italy to know how amazing Italian food is. You’ve likely experienced a fabulous Italian wine, olive oil, pizza bianca or even a spicy penne all’arrabbiata somewhere in your town or travels. However, I think we can all agree that eating food in Italy is one of the best things …
The province of Dalarna, Sweden, is one of the most striking regions in this gorgeous country in Scandinavia. Meaning ‘the valleys,’ Dalarna is often referred to as ‘Sweden in miniature’ due to its topography of mountains in the north, deep forests and lakes throughout, and rolling farmland in the southern region. Add on the iconic …
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Planning a visit one of the world’s most exciting cities with a limited timeline is no easy task. I mean, people spend years in London, England, and still don’t get to see everything there is to see, right? Well, through the mix of independent and guided excursions at Monograms, travelers can maximize time through group sightseeing …
Switzerland is a land of stunning natural beauty and epic landscapes. This is a seriously beautiful, gush-worthy country. Even after 25+ visits to the land of Heidi, I never, ever get tired of Alpine mountain views, strolling the arcades in Bern, or eating the incredible array of Swiss food products to try in Switzerland. I …
In the Great War between 1914-1918, Belgium became one of the main battlegrounds between the great European powers. A trench system stretching from the North Sea to Switzerland was built in the farmland and mud of Belgium and France. The trench warfare employed by military commanders resulted in over 8 million soldiers’ deaths during the …
One of our favorite cities in the world is Bruges (or Brugge as it’s known in Flemish). A UNESCO World Heritage site, Bruges was once a bustling and wealthy city in the Middle Ages. Its wealth was built upon its skill and trade in weaving. After its access to the North Sea – the Zwin – started …
Some of you might have a daughter who constantly insists that she’s a princess (these days, likely one from Frozen). If you’re a mother, you may appreciate being treated like a princess (or queen) from time to time as well. Old World Europe has many castles, or châteaux, where it’s possible to dream of being a princess for a …
Being a Princess for a Day at the Château de Versailles Read More »
I’ve read that it would take ten years to view every item found in the Vatican Museums. They would surely be worth a trip in themselves if you had the time and the interest, but if you’re travelling with kids, the odds are high you’ll only get one afternoon to absorb all of the magnificent …
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Bern, the beautiful and historic capital city of Switzerland, is filled with art, culture, food, and – surprise – great things to do that won’t cost you a dime. This is no small deal when travelling in one of the most expensive countries in the world. Our list of 7 excellent, fun, and totally free things to …
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I’m Claudia, an adventurous mom who loves to explore the world and travel with my family. This site shares modern-mom-tested family travel sanity tips, destination advice, and inspiration to stay ever curious and create lifelong travel memories.
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