Braden and I traded Texas for ten days in England during the holiday season, splitting our time between London and the Cotswolds. It was a trip we'd been looking forward to for quite some time, and we spent our days exploring London's neighborhoods, visiting Christmas markets, and wandering through the picturesque villages of the English countryside.
From where we stayed to
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PARIS, FRANCE: TRAVEL GUIDE
Before we welcome our baby boy into the world, we wanted to sneak away for one last international adventure — a "final hoorah" as a family of two. Paris has always been on our must-see list, especially after countless layovers in Charles de Gaulle and glimpsing the Eiffel Tower from 30,000 feet above.
We spent seven full days in Paris with no real set agenda, letting each
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SWITZERLAND CHRISTMAS MARKETS
It’s no surprise that Braden and I love Switzerland. After we visited on our honeymoon in 2016, we’ve been back three times. Switzerland is breathtaking any time of year, but Switzerland during the Christmas season? Pure magic.
The twinkling lights, festive markets, and snow-dusted landscapes create a holiday wonderland straight out of a storybook. With its charming cities,
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IRELAND: TRAVEL GUIDE
For as long as I can remember, my mom's dream bucket list destination has been Ireland; so, for her 65th birthday celebration, that's exactly where we went!
Ireland has a magic that’s hard to put into words—a blend of rolling green hills, dramatic coastlines, and warm, welcoming locals. Our trip was as much about the stunning landscapes as it was about soaking up the
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PROVENCE, FRANCE: TRAVEL GUIDE
After over a long year of no international travel, Braden surprised me with a huge 30th birthday surprise — plane tickets to Provence, France!
France opened their borders to vaccinated Americans on June 9th and we arrived bright-eyed and bushy tailed early on the morning of June 14th. Though nervous for the uncertainty of international travel during a global pandemic,
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