Who knew that after only a few hours at Bavaria Film Studios, we’d live out our greatest childhood dream… The NeverEnding Story. A movie that inspired imagination, wonder and adventure to every child of the 80s and 90s. Through the adventures of Bastian and Atreyu, their encounters with magical creatures like Morla the Ancient One
Kaltenberger Ritterturnier: Largest Jousting Tournament in the World
Kaltenberger Ritterturnier: A festival filled with the best food, the best crafts and the largest jousting tournament in the WORLD. When we discovered that the largest jousting tournament in the world takes place in Bavaria, right outside of Munich, our ticket purchase was instant and our road trip planning immediately began… Renaissance fairs have always
7 Commitments to Make to Yourself Before Moving Overseas
Moving overseas requires a certain state of mind. One that may stretch outside of your normal behaviors and ways of thinking. The entire experience redefines who you are, who you want to be and what you want to represent in the world. And there’s no way you can allow for such a MAJOR personal change
In Memory of the Azure Window in Gozo Malta
Malta’s Azure Window was a landmark of the country. A famous backdrop for Khaleesi and Khal Drogo’s wedding in Game of Thrones. It’s where people came from all over the world, just to feel a sense of magic. And it’s also where we celebrated our 2nd wedding anniversary in October 2016. Just months before the
7 Essential Travel Apps for Tech-Savvy Travelers
Written by: Adam Ferraresi Whether you’re searching for a last minute flight or hastily coordinating the logistics to get to your friend’s house, finding the right rental car, hotel and even restaurant can be harder than you think. What’s more, if you’re working on a strict budget, getting a great deal is nothing short of a
Hahnenkamm World Cup Ski Race in Kitzbuhel Austria
So the time had come. FINALLY, we were getting off our lazy butts this winter to go skiing at Kitzbuhel in Austria. Last year (2016), we bought used skis and planned to tear up the trails, basically becoming professionals in the 2017 ski season. I mean, that’s the Austrian way, right?! But it was already
How to Follow Through on Your New Years Resolution to Travel
2017 has arrived. You’ve analyzed last year, thought about next year and set your New Years resolution. For you, this year will be all about traveling. Getting out there and focusing on the wide open world. A world you haven’t had time to appreciate before now. For the first time, travel and life experiences will
We Met Father Christmas at Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi Finland
This is how our visit to THE official Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi, Finland came to be: Me: “Hey Erin. Did you know the official Santa Claus Village is in Finland? Husband Erin: “WAIT, WHAT?!” Me: “Yeah, you can meet the real Santa and it’s at the Arctic Circle! There’s even a train called the Santa
Surviving Europe is on House Hunters International
Our big TV break is finally here. Well, at least our 30 minutes of fame, which is just as exciting… We’re going to be on HGTV’s House Hunters International! For anyone that’s been following us, we’ve made it our mission to inspire others to invest in a life of travel. Even to take it a step
Almabtrieb in Austria: A Cow Parade in the Alps
One of the very best parts about living abroad is not all the glamorous destinations or life changing experiences . It’s getting the chance to become familiar with a culture that’s so different than your own. Austria’s Almabtrieb or Cattle Parade is the perfect example. When I first read about this traditional Austrian festival, I