Visiting Chateau De Lalacelle, Alencon, France
When we got off the ferry from Portsmouth, England to Caen, France, my cousin Ash picked us up to drive us to Chateau de Lalacelle – a property in Alecon, France (in Northwest France – rural Normandy) that he and his partner, Terry, purchased to restore...
How I Almost Killed A Goat While Petsitting in France
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you purchase based on our recommendation, we may receive a commission at no cost to you. IT WAS AN ACCIDENT… before you go much further, I should back up a bit: After petsitting in England for six weeks, we...
Tips For Traveling With Kids On Planes
You’re taking your kids on a plane for the first time: You’ve got your kid’s clothes, toys, and snacks packed, but will it be enough? Will younger kids sleep on that long-haul flight? Will older kids have enough to do to keep them occupied while they...
Historical Things To Do With Kids Near Stonehenge
Stonehenge is an amazing piece of world history about 90 miles (2-hour drive) west of London on Salisbury Plains, set amongst the hills of southwest England. This family fun day trip to the famous Unesco World Heritage Site is great for kids as you watch interactive...
A Better Conversation Starter Than “What was your favorite part of Europe?”
I love that people ask our boys this question because it shows that they are really interested in seeing our travel through our boys’ eyes, but I’ve seen how this conversation starter question has the opposite effect – usually, absolute silence while our...
