Bikes parked along a bridge over a canal in Amsterdam. There are planters filled with colorful flowers hanging on the rails of the bridge.
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4 Days in Amsterdam with Kids: The Perfect Amsterdam City Break

Want to visit Amsterdam with kids? Read on for my family-friendly, adult-approved, 4 day Amsterdam itinerary. Amsterdam is the perfect European city for planning a long weekend getaway, and a great travel destination for families that love art, history, and exploring charming European cities. This itinerary will help you plan the best family trip to…

Beautiful Grand Place in Brussels, Belgium. The iconic baroque guilded buildings are lit up in the sun while pedestrians mill around in front.
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2-Day Brussels Itinerary: A Perfect Weekend in Brussels

Thinking of spending a weekend in Brussels? Then look no further than this guide, which outlines a 48-hour Brussels itinerary that is perfect for experiencing the culture and atmosphere of this European capital. This past May I took a solo weekend trip to Brussels, and it was the perfect place for a weekend city break!…

Everything You Need To Know About Visiting Mount Etna
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Everything You Need To Know About Visiting Mount Etna

As you drive through eastern Sicily, you can’t help but notice the domineering presence of Mount Etna, which rises above towns and cities, smoking menacingly. Mount Etna, or “the Etna” as locals call it, is the tallest peak in Sicily and Europe’s most active volcano. Despite its menacing presence and history of destruction, Mount Etna is…

palermo duomo, sicily
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11 Days in Sicily with Kids: Ultimate Sicily Road Trip Itinerary

We recently returned from an 11-day road trip through Sicily with our two kids, and it was one of the best family vacations we‘ve ever taken. Sicily’s chaotic cities, delectable sweets, and amazing scenery offered something for everyone. Our three-year-old went wild for the desserts, our one-year-old ogled the brilliantly decorated baroque churches, and we…

visiting general grant national memorial

Visiting General Grant National Memorial

Located along the Hudson River in upper Manhattan, General Grant National Memorial is a National Parks Site commemorating the life and legacy of President Ulysses S. Grant. Visiting General Grant National Memorial is an excellent opportunity to learn about Grant’s legacy and a great addition to any New York City travel itinerary.  When visiting, consider…

Visiting Hamilton Grange National Memorial

Visiting Hamilton Grange National Memorial

If you’re in New York City but couldn’t score tickets to see Hamilton the musical, then consider visiting Hamilton Grange National Memorial instead! Hamilton Grange was the country home of Alexander Hamilton, one of the founding fathers of the United States. Constructed in 1802, the home is now a National Memorial under the US National…