A family beach vacation in Italy is a perfect opportunity for your kids to spend time outside, play in the sand and sea, and meet other children. And, Italy has almost 8,000 kilometers of coastline! My kids love going to the beach here, and I always try to find beaches that are beautiful, aren’t too …
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Modica with kids – where to visit in the Val di Noto village with little ones, including kid-friendly activities and restaurants, when to visit, tips on strollers and diaper changes. Thinking about heading to Modica with your children? Don’t think – just go! If you’re in the area with your family, this UNESCO World Heritage …
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Are you thinking about visiting Italy but wondering if it’s doable with a baby or toddler? Don’t hesitate – book the tickets! Italy is a wonderful place to travel with babies and young children. How do I know? I’ve lived and traveled extensively in Italy with my babies and toddlers. I’ve also guided family cycling, …
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The Stibbert Museum (Museo Stibbert) in Florence is often overlooked for its more popular neighbors like the Uffizi Galleries and the Accademia Gallery. But I think it’s one of Florence’s best museums – especially for kids and for knight and armor enthusiasts. Frederick Stibbert (Federico Stibbert) had a passion for battle, antiques, armor, costumes, paintings, …
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Italy with teens – all you need to know to plan the perfect family trip to Italy with your teenager! Visiting the Colosseum with a baby in tow is memorable for mom and dad. Kids in a gondola winding down a Venetian canal in the evening makes a great photo for the scrapbook. But visiting …
One of the best ways to get your kids excited about a Sicily trip – tell them you’re going to walk on a volcano! It’s an exciting experience, even as an adult, especially if there’s active lava flow. Good To Know: Don’t worry – if there’s active lava flow, you won’t be anywhere near it. …
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While it’s a large port city, if you know where to go, Palermo is a child-friendly city sure to capture your child’s imagination with its pupi (puppets), putti (winged infants in artwork), and pastries! Older kids can soak up the history and multicultural vibe of the city in its monuments and markets – Palermo has …
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Have you added Cefalù to your family’s Sicily itinerary? Maybe you’re already in Sicily and you’ve climbed Mount Etna, explored Greek ruins, seen a puppet show in Palermo, and gorged on chocolate in Modica… and now you’re ready for some beach time! This seaside town on the northern coast of Sicily is well worth a …
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If you’re in southeastern Sicily and your children (or you) are craving a day at the beach, Sampieri is your place! Sampieri’s calm, sandy beaches are perfect for small children, and the small fishing village has all of the services you need as a family (stroller-friendly, places to change diapers, small playground, pharmacy, grocery store, …
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Helpful tips for using a stroller in Italy, what type of stroller to bring to Italy, stroller recommendations, using strollers on public transport, and more! Are you debating whether or not to bring a stroller to Italy? Are you wondering if you should just bring your baby carrier? Are you worried the cobblestones and small …
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