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Barbados Travel Guide: Essential Tips & Takeaways
Year's week in Barbados with my family, here are my top insights as both a traveler and travel advisor:
Rachel Velthuisen
Jan 43 min read
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Last Treasures of Barbados: Caves, Castles, and Caribbean Sunsets
As a travel advisor, I often emphasize the value of local expertise over self-guided exploration.
Rachel Velthuisen
Jan 22 min read
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Sun, Sea, and Showtime: A Perfect Barbados Day for a New Year
Some of the best travel moments come from mixing laid-back beach time with evening entertainment, and that's exactly what we experienced...
Rachel Velthuisen
Jan 22 min read
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A Wild New Year's Eve in Barbados: From Monkeys to Ocean Caves
What started as an unexpected private tour turned into one of our most memorable New Year's Eve adventures!
Rachel Velthuisen
Jan 13 min read
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Snorkeling, Shipwrecks, and Sweet Treats: Our First Day in Beautiful Barbados
Our Barbados adventure kicked off with an incredible day on the water!
Rachel Velthuisen
Dec 30, 20243 min read
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Gelato, Gondolas, and Gladiators: Our Last Italian City
Even teenagers can't maintain their cool when they first see Venice. As our train pulled into the station, our teens (11, 14, and 15) actual
Rachel Velthuisen
Nov 7, 20243 min read
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Gelato, Gondolas, and Gladiators: Our Days in Florence and Pisa
Florence & Pisa: Art, Architecture, and Tuscan Adventures
Rachel Velthuisen
Oct 31, 20243 min read
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Gelato, Gondolas, and Gladiators: Last Day in Rome
Rome - Cooking, Churches, and Culinary Delights
Rachel Velthuisen
Oct 17, 20243 min read
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Gelato, Gondolas, and Gladiators: Day 3
Exploring the Marvels of Vatican City
Rachel Velthuisen
Oct 10, 20244 min read
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Gelato, Gondolas, and Gladiators: Day 2
Rome - Ancient Wonders and Hidden Treasures
Rachel Velthuisen
Oct 6, 20243 min read
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Gelato, Gondolas, and Gladiators: Italy Through the Eyes of Our Kids
Gelato, Gondolas, and Gladiators: Italy Through the Eyes of Our Kids
Rachel Velthuisen
Oct 5, 20243 min read
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Family Reunion in the Netherlands
My husband's parents are originally from the Netherlands. He has extended family there which we planned to take our kids to meet for the...
Rachel Velthuisen
Dec 2, 20233 min read
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Iceland - the Land of Fire and Ice
One of my new favorite countries -- Iceland was fabulous to explore in 2022. Beautiful waterfalls, geysers, exotic beaches, and beautiful...
Rachel Velthuisen
Sep 5, 20231 min read
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Belize - A peaceful and friendly country with a diverse ecosystem
Belize has a variety of cultural and biological sites for all interests. We got to explore Xuanantunich, Nohoch Che'en Caves Branch cave...
Rachel Velthuisen
Sep 4, 20231 min read
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Portugal is full of wonders!
Unlock the beauty of Portugal from Knights of Templar castles and vibrant cities to beautiful coastlines. We enjoyed exploring all that...
Rachel Velthuisen
Sep 4, 20231 min read
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