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Ancient Greek temple atop a hill surrounded by lush green trees and cypress, under a clear sky.
Ancient Greek temple atop a hill surrounded by lush green trees and cypress, under a clear sky.

Athens

May 12, 2026
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ATHENS, GREECE :: Athens was our next and final destination! Our penthouse Airbnb on the edge of Monastiraki and Plaka had an amazing view of the Acropolis, plus an entrance that...

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A selfie captured at a lively outdoor event with a rustic stone wall backdrop. Guests are seated at tables enjoying the atmosphere.
A selfie captured at a lively outdoor event with a rustic stone wall backdrop. Guests are seated at tables enjoying the atmosphere.

Oia Spa Day & Awards Dinner

May 9, 2026
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OIA, SANTORINI, GREECE :: Wrapping up our wonderful time in Santorini with a relaxing spa day to recover from the hike, a fun awards dinner, and a couple more unreal sunsets over...

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A person walks a stone path beside historic dark stone walls leading to a white church with a blue dome in the Greek islands.
A person walks a stone path beside historic dark stone walls leading to a white church with a blue dome in the Greek islands.

Fira to Oia Caldera Hike

May 9, 2026
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FIRA, SANTORINI, GREECE :: Our most adventurous day in Santorini was hiking from Fira to Oia along the rim of the caldera. Seven miles of red and black volcanic rock, winding...

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A traveler crouches down to interact with a small, stray cat on a bright, sunny terrace with coastal architecture visible in the background.
A traveler crouches down to interact with a small, stray cat on a bright, sunny terrace with coastal architecture visible in the background.

Cats of Santorini

May 8, 2026
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OIA, SANTORINI, GREECE :: The cats of Santorini are everywhere, lounging in the sun, wandering the alleyways, and posing like they own the island. One of the coolest things is how...

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Oia, Santorini, Greece

May 6, 2026
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OIA, SANTORINI, GREECE :: We had fun exploring the winding pedestrian alleyways of Oia, filled with whitewashed buildings, little shops tucked into every corner, iconic windmills,...

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A person enjoying a drink on a tranquil balcony overlooking the Aegean Sea in Santorini, Greece. The warm sunset colors highlight the coastal landscape and scenic beauty.
A person enjoying a drink on a tranquil balcony overlooking the Aegean Sea in Santorini, Greece. The warm sunset colors highlight the coastal landscape and scenic beauty.

Canaves Oia Suites Santorini

May 6, 2026
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CANAVES OIA SUITES SANTORINI, OÍA, GREECE :: First day in Santorini and we get the hype! Flew in from Amsterdam and arrived at the beautiful Canaves Oia Suites, where we’ll be...

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Colorful mural on the exterior of STRAAT Museum in Toronto. Street art and graffiti adorn the building's facade.
Colorful mural on the exterior of STRAAT Museum in Toronto. Street art and graffiti adorn the building's facade.

STRAAT Museum

May 5, 2026
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STRAAT, AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: One last post from our amazing first trip to Amsterdam! We loved it! Our final stop was STRAAT Museum, over at the old NDSM shipyard. Getting...

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The exterior of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, featuring its iconic red-brick facade and distinctive towers under a cloudy sky.
The exterior of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, featuring its iconic red-brick facade and distinctive towers under a cloudy sky.

Rijksmuseum

May 5, 2026
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RIJKSMUSEUM, AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: Our last day in Amsterdam was rainy, so that meant it was a museum and sauna day! Started at the Rijksmuseum, which is an impressive...

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A serene Amsterdam canal lined with historic buildings and a church, framed by trees under a clear sky.
A serene Amsterdam canal lined with historic buildings and a church, framed by trees under a clear sky.

Amsterdam at Night

May 5, 2026
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DE WALLEN – THE RED LIGHT DISTRICT, AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: Amsterdam at night! Walked through De Wallen (no photos allowed) and along the canals with the pretty lit...

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Visitors browse fresh produce at a farmers market in a European town, highlighted by colorful fruits and green trees.
Visitors browse fresh produce at a farmers market in a European town, highlighted by colorful fruits and green trees.

Lindengracht & Noordermarkt

May 5, 2026
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MARKT LINDENGRACHT, AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: We spent the morning wandering through Lindengracht Market and right next door at Noordermarkt. Two adjacent markets in the amazing...

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Traditional Dutch windmills with their sails catching the wind, set along a calm waterway under a vibrant blue sky.
Traditional Dutch windmills with their sails catching the wind, set along a calm waterway under a vibrant blue sky.

Zaanse Schans

May 4, 2026
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ZAANSE SCHANS – AMSTERDAM, ZAANDAM, NETHERLANDS :: We made the trip out to Zaanse Schans for a classic Dutch experience: windmills, clogs, and those iconic green timber...

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A close-up of a person enjoying fresh seafood with a fork at the floating fish market in Amsterdam.
A close-up of a person enjoying fresh seafood with a fork at the floating fish market in Amsterdam.

Eating Amsterdam

May 3, 2026
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AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: We tried to eat our way through Amsterdam one Dutch snack at a time, but realized we are not built like food bloggers. Not sure how they do it! I gave it...

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A mint green car parked along a historic canal in Europe. Pedestrians walk past charming brick buildings with red shutters.
A mint green car parked along a historic canal in Europe. Pedestrians walk past charming brick buildings with red shutters.

Amsterdam’s Tiny Cars

May 3, 2026
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AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: We can’t stop noticing the tiny cars all over Amsterdam. I think they’re called brommobielen, and they totally make sense here in the city. Small...

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A couple takes a selfie during a canal boat tour in Amsterdam, with historic buildings in the background.
A couple takes a selfie during a canal boat tour in Amsterdam, with historic buildings in the background.

Amsterdam Canal Tour

May 2, 2026
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THOSE DAM BOAT GUYS, AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: The canal tour with Those Dam Boat Guys was a highlight of our first day. Just eight of us on a smaller boat, so we could slip into...

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Person posing with a bicycle decorated in bright pink flowers beside a canal.
Person posing with a bicycle decorated in bright pink flowers beside a canal.

Arriving in Amsterdam

May 2, 2026
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AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS :: Landed in sunny Amsterdam after a 10-hour flight and powered through the entire day to beat the jet lag. We fell in love with the countless canals, the...

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Two people stand silhouetted on a beach, facing a vibrant orange sunset over the ocean. The sun gleams behind them, casting a warm glow across the water and sky.
Two people stand silhouetted on a beach, facing a vibrant orange sunset over the ocean. The sun gleams behind them, casting a warm glow across the water and sky.

Spring Break at Cannon Beach

April 7, 2026
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CANNON BEACH, OR :: Kicking off Spring Break with a few days of stunning nature, sunshine, and shopping at Cannon Beach!

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A group of young fans makes playful faces at a concert, with one sticking out their tongue.
A group of young fans makes playful faces at a concert, with one sticking out their tongue.

femtanyl at Neumos

March 30, 2026
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NEUMOS, SEATTLE, WA :: Having a teen has its perks, especially when it means getting pulled into music scenes I’d never find on my own. Last night it was femtanyl at Neumos, with...

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A person in a purple costume holding a prop spear at an indoor event, wearing goggles on their head.
A person in a purple costume holding a prop spear at an indoor event, wearing goggles on their head.

Emerald City Comic Con

March 8, 2026
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EMERALD CITY COMIC CON, SEATTLE, WA :: Emerald City Comicon was packed(!!!), but full of nice people and fun moments. Charlie got tons of love for their Rise of the TMNT Donatello...

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A large golden statue of Marilyn Monroe in her iconic dress, standing amidst palm trees as the sky turns pink and purple at dusk.
A large golden statue of Marilyn Monroe in her iconic dress, standing amidst palm trees as the sky turns pink and purple at dusk.

Downtown Palm Springs

February 1, 2026
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DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS, CA :: Our last night in Palm Springs was a relaxed stroll through downtown for dinner and some sightseeing. We checked out the walk of fame, a bunch of fun...

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A large pink dinosaur sculpture stands next to a smaller green one in a park with palm trees.
A large pink dinosaur sculpture stands next to a smaller green one in a park with palm trees.

Cabazon Dinosaurs

January 31, 2026
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CABAZON DINOSAURS, CABAZON, CA :: Quick trip to the Cabazon Dinosaurs for Charlie, our resident dino superfan. These giant colorful statues have been attracting drivers (and Pee...

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A person with purple hair uses a flashlight to search a wall panel during an escape room experience.
A person with purple hair uses a flashlight to search a wall panel during an escape room experience.

Escape Room Palm Springs

January 30, 2026
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ESCAPE ROOM PALM SPRINGS, PALM SPRINGS, CA :: Escape Room Palm Springs was a fun stop for us. We did the Bank Heist first. Breaking into the manager’s office, sneaking through the...

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A group of three travelers posing in front of a massive heart-shaped boulder in a desert landscape.
A group of three travelers posing in front of a massive heart-shaped boulder in a desert landscape.

Heart Rock

January 29, 2026
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HEART ROCK, JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, CA :: Heart Rock is just a short walk from Arch Rock and was a great way to wrap up our day at Joshua Tree. On the drive back, we got a...

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Two hikers pose beneath a massive natural rock arch on a sunny day.
Two hikers pose beneath a massive natural rock arch on a sunny day.

Arch Rock

January 28, 2026
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ARCH ROCK, JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, CA :: Late afternoon at Arch Rock in Joshua Tree. We explored the arch, then kept going into the rugged terrain behind it – a little...

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A person navigating a narrow gap between massive rock formations, highlighting the scale of the landscape.
A person navigating a narrow gap between massive rock formations, highlighting the scale of the landscape.

Hall of Horrors at Joshua Tree

January 27, 2026
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JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, PINTO WYE, CA :: First stop in Joshua Tree National Park was the Hall of Horrors – a pair of slots that are extremely narrow and rightfully earn...

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A rustic wooden wagon sits in a dusty street in front of the antique western building labeled Pottery.
A rustic wooden wagon sits in a dusty street in front of the antique western building labeled Pottery.

Pioneertown

January 27, 2026
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PIONEERTOWN, CA :: Pioneertown was supposed to be a quick pit stop on our way to Joshua Tree, but we ended up spending a couple hours there. This quirky little Old West movie-set...

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A person sitting on a couch in a festive room with a giant sloth pillow and Christmas decorations in the background.
Children playing with toys on a large log in a sunny park.
Zen Bamboo Plant Water Fountain
Three people smile together with a cupcake bearing lit candles and a colorful flower arrangement in the front.
Kristie with curly red hair is driving a car, wearing a green hoodie and black shorts.
Two photos of a rustic cherry pie in a cardboard box lined with red checkered paper, featuring a golden crust with a decorative cut-in design.
A wide boardwalk bridge with black railings crosses a small body of water surrounded by tall trees. A cyclist in an orange shirt is captured from behind crossing the wooden arch.
Three people sitting on a park bench enjoying soft-serve ice cream on a sunny day.
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A sign for the Lynndale Professional Center at 19935 76th Avenue West is displayed on a wooden crate.
A woodpecker perches atop a rugged rocky formation in the Pacific Northwest.
A child standing at a microphone with a PTA sign showing their name. Wearing a pink and black striped shirt.
A joyful underwater photo from our family vacation, capturing the vibrant blue of a crystal clear pool.
A cheerful selfie taken near a historic brick building and arches on a sunny autumn day.
A majestic mountain peak covered in snow with golden sunlight illuminating its slopes. The sky is clear and blue, contrasting with the dark silhouetted forest below.
A family of four enjoys together ice cream cones on a stone bench outdoors, capturing a relaxed and happy moment during a trip in the Pacific Northwest.
Two people in wingsuits glide over misty green hills in Scotland. The front person smiles with excitement while holding the control bar.
A skull illuminated by a warm light against a dark background.
Two young girls smile and laugh on a carpeted staircase inside their home. The setting is a bright, white stairwell in a family home.
A scenic coastal trail with a hiker walking along the path, overlooking the ocean on a sunny day.
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