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Hotel Review: Palacio Santa Clara in Valencia, Spain

Some hotels are simply a place to sleep. Others become part of the travel experience. Palacio Santa Clara was exactly that for our family, offering comfort, charm and an ideal location to explore Valencia from the moment we arrived.

Minneapolis Institute of Art with Kids

Looking for a fun family day in Minneapolis? From a cozy breakfast at Maria’s Cafe to creative activities and scavenger hunts at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, this kid-friendly Saturday adventure is full of art, imagination, and memorable moments.

Grand Avenue St. Paul, Minnesota Saturday Morning with Kids

Spend a nice Saturday morning with kids on Grand Avenue in St. Paul, Minnesota. Visit the cozy Catzen café for coffee and cats, enjoy story time at Next Chapter Bookseller, and let little ones play at Emery’s Playhouse.

A Photo Essay: Boulders Beach in Simon’s Town, South Africa

Boulders Beach in Simon's Town, South Africa is a magical place! Driving down to Simon's Town for the day was so worth the trip. Seriously though, these penguins couldn't be any cuter and seeing them in the wild is the proper way to encounter a penguin. Don't skip...
A Photo Essay: Hiking in Espoo, Finland

A Photo Essay: Hiking in Espoo, Finland

Through a crazy set of events in South America, we had the distinct pleasure of being invited to stay with some gorgeous souls in Finland. We jumped at the chance, and moments after flight AY666 from Copenhagen to Helsinki landed, our friends took us to lovely Espoo,...

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A Tale of Finland and Fast Friends (A Day at Mökki)

A Tale of Finland and Fast Friends (A Day at Mökki)

Picking up where we left off on the last post, we’d just finished a fine brunch loaded with Finnish flare and dairy. The smoke sauna was pretty well curating itself at this point as the embers slowly churned out our evening’s plans and we were off to make rounds. See,...

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A Tale of Finland and Fast Friends (The Setup)

A Tale of Finland and Fast Friends (The Setup)

I have mentioned in prior posts that certain experiences only happen because of, and in direct relation to other events. Our decisions often become patterns that define us. One good decision can often beget a fine result, and on down the line. On the contrary, the...

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Cruising to the Bahamas Aboard the Norwegian Sky

Cruising to the Bahamas Aboard the Norwegian Sky

This past December we decided we needed a break from the cold, the long hours of darkness, and all of the work we had been doing. We wanted to completely let down and if we could pull that off while getting some sun? Even better. Norwegian Cruise Lines put together an...

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A Few Hours in Nassau, Bahamas

A Few Hours in Nassau, Bahamas

We tried fresh coconut for the very first time in Nassau, Bahamas from a local who used his machete with pinpoint accuracy! This was our first port on our four night cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line. We had a good time exploring Nassau on foot but as afternoon...

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Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas: Lamar’s Golden Birthday

Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas: Lamar’s Golden Birthday

We loved our time down in the Caribbean, and so we put together a little video of one of our favorite ports: Great Stirrup Cay. As it is a private island owned by Norwegian Cruise Lines, they have absolutely decked out this oasis to be a top-notch beach experience!  I...

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