If Clark Griswald ever vacations down under, he could do a pedestrian version of Big Ben – Parliament with the Sydney Opera House and the Harbor Bridge as stand ins. Our last day in Australia was spent rising early to see the morning sun reflect on the tiles that encase the Opera House. We arrived …
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When traveling to Australia with two young boys, finding Nemo is of course a must do, the only question is where to do it. Hamilton Island Australia is the perfect spot. The Great Barrier Reef stretches from Mackay to Cairns and even further north. It encompasses 2300km of length and 345,000 square kilometers altogether. That’s …
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After our stay in Tasmania, we flew from Hobart to Brisbane, rented a car and drove south to Byron Bay. Along the 2 hour drive we stopped at the coolest ropes course near the Gold Coast called Currumbin Tree Tops Zipline. The course had 3 levels of difficulty that meandered through the trees over a …
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If you’re travelling all the way to Australia, then hopping a short flight to the island of Tasmania should definitely be on the itinerary. Tasmania is so unique, boasting multiple ecosystems that range from rain forests to pristine beaches, incredible food and exquisite wineries. The island is massive – it’s the 26th largest island in …
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In 2019 we were lucky enough to knock off a major bucket list item by traveling to Australia. The epic journey departed from Florida connected through San Francisco and landed in Melbourne. Breaking up the travel with a long layover in San Francisco was ideal because we were able to spend time in Half Moon …
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A short distance from London is the beautiful area called the Cotswolds. With quaint old houses, amazing gardens and a ton of open green space, the Cotswolds is the perfect place to get some R&R after a trip to London. The town of Broadway lies on the “The Cotswold Way”, a national walking trail that …
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If you loved Top Gun: Maverick, you should consider attending the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) in England in July. Imagine breakneck speed and aerial stunts above you and static displays you can walk right into. Here’s a look at our day at the RIAT. In the summer of 2017, our family was lucky enough …
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One of my favorite cities in Europe is Salzburg. There is so much history in this city and best of all it can be experienced in a day. But if you have three days to spend, there is so much do to in this area that should not be missed. Day 1 Whether you’re a …
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If you’re looking for something a little different on the ski slopes this winter, touring the Aiguille du Midi and skiing down the Vallee Blanche should be on your bucket list. Within minutes, you’ll become close friends with your tour guides as they help you strap on safety webbing around your waist. Soon after you’ll …
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If you are considering going to Switzerland to ski Zermatt, you’re right on track. Known best as the location for the Matterhorn, Zermatt is a quiet town where nature is calling your name and the skiing is pristine. The electrified town of Zermatt is a beautiful place that you only can get to by train. …
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