Rostov-on-Don, Russia – Set along its storied namesake river, Rostov-on-Don is a geographic crossroads, standing at the historical border between Asian and European cultures and acting as a modern gateway between the Northern Caucasus and the Black Sea coast. It’s…
“The cave was black. The weak beam of my headlamp lit only as far as my next step. But when our guide shined his powerful light on our surroundings, the space suddenly opened up. It was a vast cavern, hanging…
Helsinki, Finland – View from the rooftop terrace at the Ravintola Savoy in Helsinki, where we are celebrating our last day in Finland. Kippis! This restaurant is another Alvar Aalto masterpiece and it’s a beaut. Most impressively, we brought our…
Somerville, Mass – What do I love most about my job? Traveling the world is definitely a perk. But I think my favorite part is when I get to discover new places that are right in my own backyard. Last year…
The twins and I are featured on the Lonely Planet Family Travel Snap today. Check us out as we share our experiences zip-lining in Belize. Read more on Lonely Planet…
Somerville, Mass – Some goodies from Lonely Planet were waiting for me back in the pink house. These three beauties are the fruits of my labor from the first half of the year. Costa Rica, Discover Costa Rica and Central…
Bonaire – You didn’t think I would forget the B of the ABC islands, did you? Bonaire was my favorite of the three islands, though it’s the smallest and probably the least suited for children (at least until they learn…
Curaçao – As I finish my write-up, here’s another sneak peak – an excerpt from LP’s future (admittedly short) section on Travel with Children. Curaçao is an ideal destination for families, as there are sights and activities for kids of…
It’s true when they say that the best things in life are free. (Especially when you’re a kid! But that’s a topic for a different post.) Check out the NEW ultimate money-saving travel guide. My contributions are the sections on the…
Boston, Mass – So there’s this: Lonely Planet has a new FREE e-book with 25 city adventures for families, written by LP’s “family travel experts”. And the twins play a starring role. Download it here…