The picturesque countryside flashes past while I enjoy a glass of local wine and share an assortment of Swiss cheeses with my family. Although we could fly or drive from Zurich to Milan, we chose to travel by train. After almost a decade of riding the rails, we enjoy family train travel in Europe, but …
Written by Natalie Holmes Greece gets a lot of attention for its coastline and islands—and rightly so. But there’s another, unknown side to the country that’s equally beautiful, unique, and captivating. Zagori, located in the northwest mainland region of Epirus, is not far from the North Macedonia border. The name Zagori comes from the Slavic …
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While the boys devoured Nutella crepes and hot chocolate prepared with milk from local dairy farmers, my husband and I sipped Prosecco and worked through the substantial Delightful Breakfast for Two. Temporary distractions from the 2,000+ m mountain peaks surrounding our breakfast table at Frööd Restaurant in Austria’s Vorarlberg province. Located at 1680 m, the views and …
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“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” – Mark Twain If you travel a lot or even a …
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After years of dreaming of a family hiking trip to the Alps, the boys turned six and eight, and we decided to hit the trails. We are from Canada and had already traveled to Europe with the children, so we knew what we in for regarding flights and jet-lag, but hiking as a family was a complete unknown. …
It’s barely November, and I’m planning our annual summer vacation in Europe. Last year, I discovered the luxurious Burg Vital Resort in the exclusive community of Oberlech, Austria – it is one of the first places I will book for summer 2018. Here is why we love the Burg Vital Resort Oberlech and think you …
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When Marcus Orbé and Kristin Lindenberg decided to travel the world, they had no idea it would lead to the development of the Amberlair movement and the world’s first crowdsourced boutique hotel. After recognizing that their most enjoyable experiences were at boutique hotels, Marcus and Kristin were inspired design and develop one. But not on …
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“It’s medicine from the mountains,” declared Horst, our llama trekking guide, as he rushed out of his wooden cabin carrying a hand-crafted tray of full shot glasses. We are in Bartholomäberg near Schruns in the Montafon region of Vorarlberg, Austria, and it’s just shy of 9 a.m. An early start for imbibing, even on vacation. …
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The pack of Pinarello Dogma F10 road bikes outside Hotel La Perla is the first sign that you have arrived at one of Europe’s premier cycling destinations. But, only if you pull into the hotel’s cobbled driveway before the guided (and fully supported) road ride begins. If you miss the gleaming Pinarellos, there is beautiful …
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As a regular guest of the luxurious Park Hyatt Zurich, I’m always interested in what is cooking in the award-winning parkhuus restaurant kitchen – and not just because the food is delicious. It’s Executive Chef Frank Widmer’s innovative approach that appeals to me. A few years ago, it was the delicious and healthful Beauty, Brain, and …
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Summer in the Alps means countless hiking trails, cows grazing in flower-filled pastures, and welcoming alpine huts. We just returned from a month in Europe, stopping in mountain villages in Switzerland, Italy, and Austria. We hiked or biked every day and discovered a few things along the way. Beyond the obvious, like wear sunscreen and carry …
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We have been traveling to Europe for a decade, and Italy is often on our family travel itinerary. For adults, rich culture, passionate locals, and fabulous food and wine make Italy a first-class destination. For kids, Ferrari shops, piazzas to run around in (some with carousels), and gelato shops on what seems like every corner …
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If you are traveling to or through Europe with the kids, you have likely considered London, Paris, and Barcelona – the top three most visited cities in Europe. But where else should you go? Based on a decade of traveling throughout Europe with our children, these five family-friendly European cities are worth a visit. Munich, …
An excellent (and exclusive) ski destination, Lech Zürs am Arlberg in Austria’s westernmost province of Vorarlberg is also world-class during the summer season. Sparkling mountain lakes, glacier-fueled streams, and lush alpine meadows draw tourists from all over the world. And the family hiking in Lech is excellent with family-run hotels, accessible trails, and traditional mountain huts …
With 38 flights covering close to 90,000 km and 10 countries in Asia, Europe and North America, 2016 was a year full of discovery, connection, and learning. From miles of memories, these are our top family travel experiences of 2016. Venturing in Hanoi, Vietnam In Vietnam’s capital city, there are almost as many motorcycles as …
