Celebrating Thanksgiving in Cyprus this year was one of those experiences that felt both familiar and wonderfully new. Being so far from home during the holidays can tug at the heart a bit, but this year, our British and Kiwi friends wrapped us in the coziest version of the holiday we could have imagined—curiosity, enthusiasm, and all. From the moment…
Our three months in Cyprus have flown by, but we also packed a lot in. It’s amazing how quickly a place begins to feel like home once you start exploring — and explore we certainly did. One of the boys’ favorite outings was our day at the Museum of Templar Ages, where we stepped straight into medieval history. We tried…
Halloween in Paphos turned into one of those memories you don’t plan for but end up treasuring. We decided to go all-in on costumes—face paint, outfits, the whole thing—and headed down to the harbor expecting at least a little Halloween spirit. Instead… we were it. No one else was dressed up. Not a soul. We weren’t just noticeable—we were a…
Spending an extended time in Cyprus gave our travel crew the opportunity to take on a fluffy (and slightly chaotic) challenge — fostering five kittens from Tala Cats https://www.talacats.com/ here in Cyprus. Their names: Rocky, Rico, Pixel, Miles, and Lightfoot. Five little bundles of fur, energy, and squeaky meows who quickly turned our home into a mini kitten daycare! Vicki…
While Lucas and I stayed behind in sunny Cyprus, Michael and Henry set off on a five-day adventure to the island nation of Malta — just the two of them, ready to explore, eat, and discover everything it had to offer. Malta is a tiny island country nestled between Sicily and North Africa. Over the centuries, it’s been ruled by…
After six years of traveling the world as a family, we’ve landed in Cyprus for a three-month stay—our second longest stop since our COVID stay in Nicaragua. This time, we’re doing it a little differently. We’ve teamed up with two of our favorite travel families and are sharing two villas in a quiet complex with a pool—perfect for the late…
We said good by to Zlatibor after two months. We hopped on a bus and traveled to Belgrade a couple of days before our flight. Belgrade, the vibrant capital of Serbia, welcomed us with open arms during our short two-day stopover on the way from Zlatibor to our next adventure. Even in just 48 hours, we managed to soak in…
Our time in Zlatibor has come to an end, and looking back, it’s amazing to realize we spent almost eight weeks here—one of our longest stays in one place. The mountains, the fresh air, and the rhythm we found as a family (and community) made this summer special. The kids kept up with their art classes, and even the moms…
Week five in Zlatibor has been full of adventures, both near and far. Lucas took a quick two-night trip to Belgrade with his friends to meet Jacob, who’s visiting us for the week. Lucas met Jacob a couple of months ago at Speak Teens, but Jake and Jacob have known each other practically since birth—one of those friendships that feels…
We’ve officially hit the halfway point of our stay in Zlatibor—and something has shifted. After three weeks of figuring out activities, deciphering labels at the supermarket, and exploring all the shops, we’ve found our rhythm. This place feels less like a stop on our travels and more like home. Usually, when we travel, we spend 4 to 6 weeks in…