Category: Travel
Discovering the world one step at a time. Travel stories, pictures, and travel hacking. Be a globetrotter on a budget!
Life is short and the world is big. We share our love of travel by taking beautiful pictures and recommending the top things to do at destinations all over the world.
One of our quests entails visiting every single capitol building in the USA. Working slowly, we have done 9 out of 50 so far. Read all about it on our Visit all Capitols page.
Travel to Europe
Since Karen was born in the Netherlands, and one of our daughters lived in the UK for a few years, we tend to travel to Europe fairly frequently. Here are some of our tips and tricks for Europe travel:
- How to beat the shell game in Paris After I fell for this tourist scam, I researched and found the best way to win
- How to do Paris on the cheap. A few years ago, we treated two of our daughters to a Paris vacation, so we figured out a way to keep our travel within budget.
- Would you like to see Monet for free? Every time we go to Paris, we try to visit l’Orangerie. Last time we found out how to do it for free!
- Of course you can’t visit Paris without eating good food! Did you know that there are affordable Michelin restaurants in Paris?
- Have you read the book “The Goldfinch” by Donna Tartt? Where is the actual goldfinch painting?
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How to Explore the History and Beauty of the Massachusetts State House
Go visit the Massachusetts State House in Boston! Find out where to park, what to expect and some fun facts to whet your travel appetite!
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How to Rock Paris on a Budget 2024
A family’s budget-friendly trip to Paris involved staying in an Airbnb close to the metro and enjoying mostly free attractions, such as the Eiffel Tower, Musee de l’Orangerie, boat trips on the Seine, and visits to iconic landmarks like Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris. The girls also enjoyed thrift shopping and affordable fine dining, making the…
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Incredible Travel Pictures Both Old and New!
Travel Pictures: Old and New Wanderlust and travel photography go together well. Ideas for pictures with a theme, Instagram worthy and fabulous images from all over the world. Birds, predators, beaches, California, and a rare sun halo. Go check out the best travel pictures from travel blogger #OurCarpeDiem Stunning hummingbirds, groovy geese, flamingos in the…
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Find the Best Fall Foliage in New England 2024
Fabulous Fall Foliage in New England New England has harsh winters, but also find the best fall foliage. October, when the leaves are turning, is the month that tends to attract the most “leaf peepers”. Find out the best places to visit #NewEngland ‘s #FallFoliage. Trees are turning, pumpkins and corn mazes are everywhere. Take…
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Free Ferry to Statue of Liberty!
How to take the free ferry to the Statue of Liberty When you travel to New York City, of course you want to see the Statue of Liberty. The cost can add up fast, especially if you are a family with kids. Find out how to take a free ferry. Did you know she almost…
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10 Absolutely Best Things To Do In Victoria BC, Canada
Top Ten Things in Victoria BC, Canada. From visiting a castle to watching parliament in action. There is lots of nature in and around Victoria, what not to miss. Can you go whale watching in Victoria? What is Butchart garden? Can you have a high tea? Famous hotels, first nations, plenty of parks. Are you…
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Waldorf Astoria New York: History and Review
Fascinating history of the Waldorf Astoria New York, a hotel that started with a family feud. Presidents, explorers and more in this iconic hotel! Did you know that this hotel was way ahead of its time in the way it treated women? Where was it located before it moved to Park Avenue? Which famous people…
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Best Use of Hilton Free Night Certificate 2024
What is the best use for a Hilton free night certificate? How do you earn a free night with Hilton and American Express? Dream destinations to consider!
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