Ultimate 4-week road-trip itinerary in New Zealand with the family

This post was very long in the making. Buried for months under a pile of successive lockdowns, Corona measures and impossible travel restrictions that shifted all my attention to day-to-day life. This was our last overseas trip before Corona became more than a beer brand. But with measures easing and Europe getting back to some …

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Travel to Mauritius in 2022 – what to expect

Hi everyone and Happy New Year! We have recently travelled to Mauritius, our second New Year spent on this amazing island (more about our first visit here). This time however, we were joined by our two junior explorers and had to navigate a somewhat complicated travelling landscape due to Covid. Let's see what you can …

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Our road trip from Lisbon to the Algarve- 4 weeks in Portugal

This is the itinerary of our trip to South Portugal in 2021. We have detailed posts and vlogs from each location so do check them out. Portugal is a great destination in the European Summer and with an amazing quality price ratio. It is also one of the most uncrowded places in the South of …

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Sunset casting golden light on rocky cliffs and turquoise ocean waves

What to do in Lagos, Portugal – our favourite places to explore with the kids in Algarve

https://youtu.be/_nFXQnzDCrk After exploring the Alentejo region for about 2 weeks, we were looking for the perfect base to discover the South of Portugal. Lagos was our pick for the first stop in the Algarve. The town has an old part that retains the charm of a traditional Portuguese village, some great beaches within a short …

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Portugal off the beaten path – 🇵🇹 What to see, do and eat in Villa Nova de Milfontes, Portugal

https://youtu.be/HI3Iq8mVsko There are still hidden gems in Portugal, even at the height of the tourist season. Villa Nova de Milfontes is one of them. Do not get me wrong, it is not empty. Just that it is not well known to foreign tourists. There were many Portuguese families visiting in August and popular restaurants needed …

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🇵🇹 Road trip in Alentejo, Portugal – what to do in Beja and Badoca Safari Park

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=f424Qas4-FI After a few days in Evora, we headed deeper into Alentejo region, a part of Portugal that is relatively unknown to international tourists that flock to the Algarve. Beja is a medieval city and a great base to explore further afield. It is also very hot in Summer, with temperatures above 30 for large …

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Lisbon Oceanarium with the kids | The largest indoor aquarium in Europe!

https://youtu.be/9wI6g7uxPW4 It is a pleasure to walk around Lisbon downtown. There are great things to discover any every turn and some really wonderful family activities like the ones we described here. Its most visited musem lies however in the East of the city, in the Parque das Nacoes, the former grounds of the Expo 98. …

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Visit Dubrovnik with the kids – a few tips to get you well on your way

When you hear Dubrovnik, the first thing that comes to mind are the red rooftops of the old city center and, if you are a Game of Thrones fan, the backdrop of King's Landing. And while this is one of the iconic sights of the city and a must see, there a re a few …

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Top things to visit with kids in Gran Canaria – an outdoor paradise

Gran Canaria is also called the 'mini-continent' for the huge variety of landscapes that you can encounter in a very small surface. From Sand dunes to high peaks and great beaches, all is easily accessible by rental car. If you add in the beautiful fishing villages of Puerto Mogan and Puerto de las Nieves, the …

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Top 5 places to spend family time outdoors in and around Liege, Belgium

Easter in the Ardennes was a great idea. The untypical sunny weather and the great activities we booked in advance turned this destination into a success with the kids. In Belgium, at the moment, all cultural and outdoor activities need to be booked in advance. Here is out Top 5 outdoor activities to do with …

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