Deciding where to stay in Halkidiki, Greece can be an adventure all on its own because there are so many options. Accommodations range from backpacker-budget to absolute luxury. So, where does the budget-conscious family begin to look when planning a Halkidiki beach vacation? My … [Read more...] about Where to stay in Halkidiki, Greece: Affordable family accommodations at Philoxenia Bungalows
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Celebrating an Italian saint in Sweden: The feast and legend of Santa Lucia
Santa Lucia (Saint Lucy) is a Catholic saint who was born in Syracuse, Sicily, in 283 AD and was martyred at the age of 20. Though she lived a considerably short life, she is still celebrated in different parts of the world almost two thousand years later. Few facts are known … [Read more...] about Celebrating an Italian saint in Sweden: The feast and legend of Santa Lucia
Halkidiki: The best place in Greece you’ve never heard of
"So, which island did you visit?" asked the taxi driver in Athens. "We didn't visit any of the islands," I replied. "You're American, no?" "Yes, we're American." Baffled, the taxi driver continued, "No islands? Then where did you go in Greece?" I'll tell you where … [Read more...] about Halkidiki: The best place in Greece you’ve never heard of
Bringing Stockholm home with Modern Map Art [+ a discount code!]
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Often we travel to a place we end up loving so much, that we want to take home all of the souvenirs and mementos so we can hold onto every little detail of our trip. That's how I felt when I was in Stockholm. I loved everything about the city - the food, the scenery, and, most of … [Read more...] about Bringing Stockholm home with Modern Map Art [+ a discount code!]
Family travel guide to the Curonian Spit, Lithuania
The Curonian Spit is the most captivating place you've never heard of. It is rich in history and full of natural wonders, and it's an ideal family travel destination. A spit is defined as "a narrow point of land projecting into the sea", and that's exactly what the Curonian … [Read more...] about Family travel guide to the Curonian Spit, Lithuania
