Christmastime in Ticino felt magical—especially our scenic boat ride across Lake Lugano to Gandria. We hiked the Gandria Olive Trail, a beautiful lakeside path and one of Switzerland’s most stunning walks.
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A family day trip from Lugano to Monte Generoso offers the right blend of scenic beauty and adventure. The journey begins with a ride on Switzerland's oldest cogwheel train, operating since 1890, which ascends through picturesque landscapes to the mountain's summit. From there, the sky is the limit...
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Wondering what a snackle box is? It’s the ultimate DIY travel snack box! We've saved money at airports and made long flights more exciting with this clever snack hack. Learn how to make your own with easy, fun ideas!
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This ain't your grandpa's WWII museum. Well, actually, my grandpas would have loved it. But, that's not the point. This place is fun for most people! Check it out.
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I recently stepped onto a half full elevator to learn that it was considered full. I was taken back, and decided to have fun with this little culture clash.
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It finally happened. Someone in our group got food poisoning, and they got it real bad. Some adventures you just don't plan for. This is one of those stories.
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Join my family as we relive our visit to Loarre Castle. Loarre Castle, known locally as El Castillo de Loarre, is a well-preserved Romanesque fortress dating back to the 11th century.
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Forget the churros at Costco. Spain is where you will find the real deal, and they are served with a side of hot chocolate sauce! San Gines is said to be the best place to eat this treat in Madrid.
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One might think there is no better luck than to visit Spain over Christmas holidays. We channeled the luck we felt and bought an El Gordo Christmas lottery ticket. Lucky us, we won!
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Finding secret nun cookies in Madrid was the perfect treasure hunt for our family. And the reward was exceptionally sweet!
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On our visit to Madrid, Spain, we visited a real ancient Egyptian temple. It was hard to tell who was out of place, but it was easy to enjoy every moment watching the sunset behind it.
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Ever wonder what it is like to do a road trip in Europe? I am spilling the beans, sharing the ups and downs of my experience with rental cars in Europe.
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The Barrio de Santa Cruz neighborhood in Seville is charming and filled with sites, shops, and culinary delights. Explore this neighborhood and learn why we stayed here when visiting Seville.
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On a recent visit to Seville, our family rented a spacious apartment in the Barrio de Santa Cruz neighborhood. Discover the charming Andalusian apartment, and why this neighborhood is an excellent choice.
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The Mushrooms of Seville (Las Setas Seville) is one of the world's largest wooden structures and a great place to observe locals enjoying life and see the city from above.
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Just outside Seville lies an ancient Roman city named Italica, birthplace to Roman emperors Trajan and Hadrian. If it looks familiar, you may have seen it before (Game of Thrones, Season 7, dragon pits).