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Cultural Experiences

Camino de Santiago: A New Path

My husband and I are preparing for a new path on our road of life. Literally this time. The 500-mile walk of the Camino de Santiago across northern Spain. Known in English as The Way of St. James, this path ~ from the Spanish-French border in the east to the city of Santiago de Compostela [...]

Nicaragua Here We Come

Traveling to Nicaragua this week to explore and practice our Spanish at La Mariposa Spanish School and Ecohotel.

Family Cultural Exchange

The travel itch is upon me. Time to explore again. I’m most interested in a family cultural exchange to a Spanish speaking country. Any recommendations? Here are my considerations: Anyone have experience volunteering with these organizations in Central America? Where would you volunteer in the world?

Experience Moroccan Culture

Eating Moroccan couscous with our fingers, forming it into balls, sharing from one large platter in the middle of the low table… this meal in Zagora was the highlight of my family’s Morocco adventure. We traveled about Morocco for a week in early February, curious to explore this north African country. Living in Spain, it [...]

Great Places to Stay

Where to stay when traveling is as important to me as the destination itself. I want family friendly lodging, something unique, affordable and fun. I put a lot of research and consideration into finding great places to stay… read all about my favorites.

Laughs in London

Queen's Guard in London and Laughing Children

The Queen’s guards in London are known for their serious faces that don’t move. My daughters discovered it was quite entertaining to try and make them laugh. Read on for their top five tips.

Octopus Out to Dry

These drying octopuses hanging on a clothesline was an unexpected discovery.

Being a Tourist

The music, smells and sights of the main square in Marrakesh, Morocco were overwhelming all of my senses. We had just left the shadows of the souks, the narrow lanes chock full of stalls serving the daily needs of the locals and tourists alike. I wondered what would overwhelm tourists to America?

Carnival of Cities

Public Art in San Francisco by Kirsten Alana

Join me on an around the world tour with a Carnival of Cities. Top travel bloggers share their favorite places and attractions from various cities, from public art in San Francisco to viking ships in Norway.

Top Three Travel Secrets

A good travel secret for me is one that gives me a strong sense of place. I want to feel like a local and have a glimpse of what life is like for them in their corner of the world. Read on to find three of my unexpected favorites.

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