We have quite a few travel traditions that help bring a bit of routine into travel, extend the special and fun memories of a trip into the months before and after each trip, and possibly help minimize the whining while on the trip. The article details more than 20 different traditions, several of which are our own and others are traditions that we haven’t yet adopted but heard about from friends. Feel free to steal or modify any of the traditions to fit your family!
The few hours we spent in Mykonos was our first taste of Greece and what cemented our eagerness to explore more. For our honeymoon, we were on a 9-day Mediterranean cruise that stopped at 4 ports in Greece and 3 in Italy. Our first Greek port was the gorgeous Mykonos! Prior to leaving, Mykonos was near the bottom of our list of what we were most excited for. However, after we were done exploring Mykonos town, it was our number one place to go back in Greece.
San Diego ranks near the top of our favorite United States destinations. From the culture, the wildlife, hikes, activities, there is so much to do in and around San Diego. California is known for being pricey. Part of our trip was spent at a theme park and staying on property. As a family of 4, we have to be cognizant of our budget but we also want to enjoy our time while on vacation. So how much did we spend? This breakdown details everything we spent from flights, accommodations, theme park tickets, and more. I also go through ways we saved money and the things we splurged a bit on.
Twelve new large wooden trolls have arrived in the Pacific Northwest by Danish artist Thomas Dambo. These new trolls are a part of a touring troll expedition and will only be here from October 15, 2026 through January 24, 2027. Trolls: A Field Study is split between two different parks: Northwest Trek and Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, both located south of Seattle. If you are a PNW local or visiting Seattle this fall or winter, I would highly recommend spending a day visiting these trolls and exploring these two fun parks worthwhile in their own right.