Brian and I have traveled to Costa Rica twice before and we were very excited to share it with my father, brother, and cousins. Costa Rica should be at the top of any family travel list, due to safety, variety, and beauty. After spending over a week exploring both the rainforest and the Pacific coast, … Continue reading The Perfect Large Family Vacation in Costa Rica: From Volcanos to Beachfront Paradise
Peru
Machu Picchu, Culco Canyon, Nazca Lines, Amazon Rainforest One decision to be made is what time of year to go. I will always prefer to travel when it isn’t as hot and there are fewer tourists. Thanks to COVID, Peru is still not as busy as it once was, some areas told us 25% while … Continue reading Peru
Rioja:Haro’s La Batalla del Vino 🇪🇸🍷 (The Wine Fight Haro, Spain)
While exploring northern Spain’s Rioja wine region, we discovered one of the most unique and joy-filled traditions in Europe: La Batalla del Vino, or The Wine Fight, in Haro, Spain. Celebrated each year during St. Peter’s Feast Day (June 27–30), this multi-day festival blends wine, music, and community in the most unexpected ways. We flew … Continue reading Rioja:Haro’s La Batalla del Vino 🇪🇸🍷 (The Wine Fight Haro, Spain)
Azores 2025
We’re not quite empty nesters, and this isn’t a babymoon — it’s something in between. For the first time since becoming parents, we took a real vacation without the kids. With Griffin starting his first job and Rowan busy with church camp, a beach trip with friends, and cheerleading, the timing just felt right. They … Continue reading Azores 2025
Former Yugoslavia 2025
We decided this summer to explore some of the former Yugoslavia. The country of Yugoslavia broke up in 1991, and throughout the years, separate parts of the country declared their independence, leading to multiple military operations and wars. The countries are now: Slovenia, Croatia, Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, North Macedonia, and Serbia. And because … Continue reading Former Yugoslavia 2025
Iceland
Arrived Reykjavík and completely enjoyed the city with our own food tour. Then we headed south to the Blue Lagoon. After a night at the Northern Light Inn with a delicious dinner and breakfast. We took off on our first adventure. The Lava Tunnel. A volcano eruption created a tunnel we could hike and explore. … Continue reading Iceland
Southeast Asia
Arrival Bangkok Not looking too worn out after a 14 hour flight from Detroit and another 5 hours from Beijing to Bangkok. We stayed at the Miramar Hotel which was walking distance to the river for transportation on the Chao Phraya River boat and close to the major Buddhist sites. There were many … Continue reading Southeast Asia
Montana and Wyoming
Waterton, Canada Before we started planning this trip, I had never even heard of Waterton National Park. But after traveling in the beautiful Northwest, we felt Waterton was our favorite destination. For a national park, the food, drink selection, and overall friendliness was the best we experienced on this road trip. The best way to … Continue reading Montana and Wyoming
Mendoza, Argentina
Buenos AiresAfter a direct 10 hour flight on Delta from Atlanta to Buenos Aires. We checked in to our perfectly located hotel. Simple and perfect for our short stay in Buenos Aires. While in Argentina, you must visit a Tango show. At La Ventana, Barrio de Tango, we had a wine tasting prior to the … Continue reading Mendoza, Argentina
Russia
Moscow Circus We were a little surprised with options of animals to pet. We made the wise parental decision to observe from afar. St Basil's Cathedral Our of all our travels, one of the most colorful cathedrals we have even visited. The square has a multitude of restaurants, shops, and Lenin's Mausoleum. Moscow Ballet Never … Continue reading Russia
Roaming with Rowan 