An Expensive Lesson

Yesterday was Saturday and the plan was to visit Laguna Huaypo about 30 minutes outside of our town of Urubamba on the way to Cusco. We had heard that you could rent paddle boats at the lake and we looked forward to seeing water and enjoying the day as a family. We got all packed…

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How to Travel the World with Kids in 10 Easy Steps

I love to hear people’s responses to our upcoming adventure because each person’s unique life experiences, perspectives and priorities inform their reaction. Some people love to hear about the details (where are you staying? what is the flight there like?), other people focus mostly on safety (what medications are you bringing? have you purchased travel…

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It’s happening…

In exactly two weeks from today, we will pack up our bags, board a flight and commence a year of travel through South and Central America with our 2 and 3 year olds in tow. Crazy? Possibly. Exciting? Absolutely! This has been a deep-seated dream of ours for years, and it is hard to believe…

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Day 94: Setting the Mood

August 2, 2015 Cub Bear Spring (1614.0) to Tentsite before Buckhorn Spring (1638.8) 24.8 PCT miles today 1679.1 miles total Today’s Elevation Gain/Loss: + 5,474 ft, – 5,040 ft Today was one of those days that brings out your inner artist. The air around us was filled with smoke and the sun was hidden behind…

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