How a Gap Year Changed My Life, And We Haven’t Even Left Yet
How does life change when you near the end of a chapter? This article explores some surprising consequences of knowing it will soon be over.
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Not Fit for Instagram (But Made Money to Sleep!)
There were only two remarkable things about our recent four-day trip: we made more money than we spent, and we slept like we were in our twenties.
How to Have Carefree and Happy Travels With Kids
We travel with our kids so they can expand their world while we expand ours. But kids bring unique challenges to the travel experience. Here are some tips.
Traveling to Colombia? Here’s My Friendly Advice
Colombia is one of our top places to travel. Here is some advice for where to go, what to do, how to get there, and how to stay out of trouble.
Biking Through Tuscan Villages With Borrowed Bikes and Dog
On a day trip through small villages on Monte Pisano in rural Tuscany, we discover that in the Italian countryside, dogs eat free.
Driving with Kids Scary? Try This Counterintuitive Approach
A long drive with kids can be daunting. The go-to approach is to entertain. But what if more entertainment is actually the problem, not the solution?
Renting Your Home While Traveling Doesn’t Have to be Scary
Have a friend that funds travel by listing their home on AirBnB? It sounds cool, but also kinda scary. Here are the most common concerns.
What is a Vacation For? (Probably not what you wanted most)
We all know what a vacation is, right? It’s to relax. Or wait, it’s to have new experiences. Then why are we visiting family?
6 Helpful Books for Family Travelers (for the Adults)
Several books have shaped our thought process while planning and contemplating our family gap year. We share them with you in this post.
No Money, No Passport, No Cell: Stranded in Mexico
A day trip turns into an ordeal when I wake up by myself on an overnight bus and my passport and money are nowhere to be found.
