Ortisei makes a great base for exploring the Dolomites with your family. It’s relatively easy to get to, it’s gorgeous, and it have everything you need if you’ve got little kids (or big kids!) with you. Although pretty much everywhere in the Dolomites is kid-friendly, Ortisei is a favorite of ours for its stellar main …
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When I tell my kids we’re heading to the Dolomites, they remind me that the first thing they want to do is take the gondola up to Alpe di Siusi. And I don’t argue – I’m also happy to head up to Europe’s largest alpine plateau for a day of hiking, breathtaking views, and hearty …
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As a mom of three, I know when you’re traveling with a baby or toddler, you need to figure out the diaper (aka nappy) situation. If you’ve got a baby or toddler, and you’re planning a trip to Italy, you’re probably asking yourself questions like: Do I bring diapers from home? How many diapers do …
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We recently visited the LEGOLAND Water Park on a visit to Lake Garda (Italy). We spent our morning at Gardaland and made our way into the LEGOLAND Water Park (it’s inside Gardaland) in the early afternoon. Our boys (ages 8, 4, 1.5 years) had a blast and actually preferred the LEGOLAND Water Park to the …
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If you’re looking for a town to soak up Italian life and one that your kids will love to explore, be sure to add Orvieto to your Italy itinerary. Orvieto, in Umbria (central Italy), is set high on a tufo hill and has medieval streets, an enchanting Duomo, an Underground you can visit, and spectacular …
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Lucca with Kids – the best things to do in Lucca with children in tow Are you looking for a stress-free city to visit for the day or to have as a base for exploring Tuscany? If so, you’ve found it! Lucca is a charming, lively (but not overwhelming) city in northern Tuscany that has …
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Many parents dismiss Montalcino as a wine town that has nothing to offer kids. But, Montalcino with kids can actually be fun for kids and mom and dad, with both wine and non-wine activities. We live in Tuscany and head to the Brunello village on a day trip, but you can also stay in the …
We just got back from another trip to Venice with kids. This time my oldest child stayed home so it was just a preschooler and a 1-year-old. We had a blast! Our kids love Venice, and so do we! We’ve figured out how to make it fun and relaxing for the adults too. Whether you’re …
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Are you looking for free Italy coloring pages for your child? Take these free printable coloring sheets with you on a trip to Italy! They’re perfect for coloring on the plane, in restaurants while you’re waiting for dinner to arrive, or during free time at the hotel. You can also use these Italy coloring pages …
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If you’re traveling to Italy with a baby or toddler, your Italy packing list will be much longer than if you were traveling with just adults or even with older children. We’ve traveled extensively throughout Italy with babies and toddlers. I use the baby packing list for a baby or toddler that is listed below. …
