Have you heard of Grottaglie and its gorgeous ceramics… but the thought of entering a ceramics shop with your kids makes you sweat? Me too! I’m a mamma of three boys (ages 4, 7, and 11), and on a recent trip to Puglia, I had Grottaglie on my radar. Three quarters into our trip, we’d […]
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We’ve just finished up a Puglia road trip and Trani was our first stop. We’re still thinking about the delicious pastries, waterfront strolls, playing with local kids at the playground in the evening, and the views of the rooftops from Trani’s cathedral bell tower. If you’re heading to Puglia, don’t zoom straight to the Valle
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Cisternino is a town in Puglia I gravitate towards with kids… but not for a particular family-friendly site or museum or activity. Instead, we wander the tiny lanes, eat pizza with local families, and I lounge on a park bench while my boys play soccer with other ragazzi (boys). More often than not, there’s also
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Italy is a special place to visit with multiple generations. Bella Italia is overflowing with history, culture, and food and there really is something here for all ages and interests. If you’re contemplating visiting Italy with grandparents (and your kids), it’s time to stop contemplating, and begin planning! I’m a mamma of three and I’ve
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Are you researching family hotels for your trip to the Dolomites? If so, I’ve got a good one for you! I’m a mamma of three here in Italy, and we love exploring the Dolomites as a family. I’ve been working and playing in the Dolomites since 2004, and I’m always on the hunt for family-friendly
DAS GRAFENSTEIN FAMILY HOTEL REVIEW – A Kid’s Paradise Near Merano (Dolomites) Read More »
If you’re planning a visit to Italy and want to visit the montane più belle del mondo (the most beautiful mountains in the world) – do it! The Dolomites (aka le dolomiti) are incredible, and worth at least a week’s visit. But, what if you can only manage to squeeze a few days into your
3-DAY DOLOMITES ITINERARY – Using Fiè allo Sciliar as a Base Read More »
QUICK GUIDE:Emergency – call 118 or 112.Non-Urgent Doctor Visit – ask your accommodation or search online for guardia medica turistica.Basic Medications – head to the farmacia. You’re enjoying Italy – swimming at your agriturismo, exploring medieval villages like San Gimignano, and eating gelato as you stroll by the Colosseum in Rome. But, we all know
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Are you heading to the Dolomites in the winter? Do you need some help brainstorming what to pack for your trip? I’m a mamma of three living in central Italy and I’ve been visiting the Dolomites since 2004 – in the summer and the winter. I’ve helped families visit the area since then as well
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If you’ve got kids, you’ve likely heard of or read many of the books in the Who Was? series. I’m a mom of three (ages 4, 7, 10), and we’ve been reading books from the series for years. They’re great because they satisfy many ages. For example, older kids can read them on their own,
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Are you thinking of planning a family trip to the Dolomites in the winter? Wondering if there’s enough to keep every member of your family satisfied? Maybe you’ve already got your tickets and are trying to figure out where to stay. No matter what, I’ve got you covered! I’m a mamma of three living in
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