On our recent trip from Amsterdam, Netherlands to Lahore, Pakistan, we had an option to extend our layover in Doha overnight, and we decided to optimize the opportunity! Although it was brief, we are glad we could catch a glimpse into the country. Why is Doha a Common Layover? Doha has become an increasingly common … More Enjoying an Overnight Layover in Doha
In December 2022, we stayed for a week in Jordan. At the tail-end of the trip, we took a short hour and a half flight from Amman to Cairo. We spent 2 full days in the city. Here is how we spent it! Where to stay: We stayed at the Cairo Marriott Hotel & Omar … More How to Plan Two Days in Cairo with Toddlers
In December 2022, during our week-long trip to Jordan, we took an overnight trip to visit Jerusalem and Bethlehem. We were based in Amman, Jordan. Although it was a bit tight, it was absolutely worth the effort, and I would do it again in a heartbeat! Here are the main things to consider. 1. … More Road trip to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Amman, Jordan
In December 2022, my husband and I took our three-year-old and almost two-year-old to Jordan. We visited Amman, the Dead Sea, Petra, and Wadi Rum. We were blown away by the kindness and hospitality of Jordanians. From the beginning of our trip, when the car rental employee properly installed the seat/buckled in our kids to … More Planning a Trip to Jordan with Toddlers
Where to stay When doing city trips with our kids, we usually like to stay walking distance to city center’s with restaurants and shops easily with our Cybex Gazelle Stroller. Staying in Old Town Prague worked out ideally for our family. We mostly stayed local, and took one cab ride for an ‘excursion’. Even nicer … More Prague with Tots
I have done New York City a dozen times pre-children; however, this was our first trip with both toddlers. We stayed in the city for a week, for a wedding and family time with my sister, as well as exploring kid-friendly activities with our family and friends. Similar to most city-trips with young … More NYC with Tots
We loved our trip to Mallorca! It was full of relaxation, beach/pool time with a mix of exploring the city. It was perfect for our family. There are actually many more things to do in Mallorca, than what we just did – but we wanted to take it easy with the kids and relax. I … More Mallorca with Tots
We lived in London for 2.5 years, and thoroughly enjoyed our experience there – probably because we got to experience it through our young kids eyes. London is one of the most family friendly places we’ve seen, with an abundance of free museums, parks, and constant activities throughout the city. Below is a list of … More London with Tots
I was surprised at how much I loved Rosemary Beach for our family trip, and two weeks later, my sister’s bachelorette trip. Both times, I had both my kids (2-years-old and 5-months-old) with me. Here are my favorite things we did, that at least one of my children accompanied me to each time! Beach time: … More Rosemary Beach with Tots