international travel

Planning a trip to Pachacamac, Lima, Peru

We initially mentioned Pachacamac in the itinerary that you could follow when visiting Lima.  In this post, we will expand upon why Pachacamac will be a great day trip for you and your family.  Located about 45 minutes to an hour outside of Lima (depending on traffic, which can be very unpredictable), Pachacamac will offer you the chance to get out and experience more of Peru’s diverse and extensive history.

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Ultimate Itinerary And Things To Do In Barcelona With Kids

WHY DO THE 2 IDIOTS RECOMMEND BARCELONA WITH KIDS?

Spain is our favorite country, and Barcelona is one of our favorite cities. It is one of the most underrated countries in Europe, and we love Barcelona even more than Paris. (Yes! We said it!) You’ll find the entire city, and country, for that matter, is very child-friendly – they will not shush your children for making noise in a restaurant! Instead, Barcelona is very laid back, vibrant and fun, and the people are very warm and welcoming. Here’s what to see when traveling to Barcelona with kids.

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View from the Mediterranean balcony in Tarragona, Spain

Ultimate Kid-Friendly Tarragona, Spain Itinerary & Travel Guide

WHY DO THE 2 IDIOTS RECOMMEND TARRAGONA?

After visiting one of our favorite cities, Barcelona, with extended family – and two more children – we hit the road to explore Southern Spain’s coastline, discovering the allure of the coastal city of Tarragona.

Upon first impressions, we were, well, not impressed. It seemed like a small, little town with not much but boy were we wrong. Not only did we see some incredible sights, we ended up having some of our best meals in this incredibly charming ancient Roman city. All you need is two days to see it, although we easily could have spent more time here.

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Ultimate Kid-friendly Itinerary and Travel Guide for Driving Through Southern Spain

WHY THE 2 IDIOTS RECOMMEND DRIVING THROUGH SOUTHERN SPAIN?

Spain is our favorite country, and having fallen in love with Barcelona, we fell even more in love with Spain after driving along its southern coastline. Had we not tried a road trip, we would have missed small towns that are filled with Roman ruins and friendly people, amazing seafood and wine, and a beautiful countryside filled with sunshine — not to mention an area covered in such a large expanse of white greenhouses that it can be seen from space (more on that later)! We did a lot of research planning our trip, trying to pick stops that were unique and would offer a different perspective on Spain. Here’s where to go and what to see when traveling in Southern Spain.

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Iconic views from Oia in Santorini

Ultimate Kid-friendly Itinerary for Cruise Day in Santorini, Greece

Why The 2 Idiots recommend exploring Santorini

Of all the places we visited on our 9-month journey around the world, both of us feel Santorini deserves to be on our top 10 list. You’ve seen the iconic pictures — awe-inspiring how they built the city into the mountain — and it’s everything you have ever imagined. Actually, even more so for Natasha – she ranked Santorini as her top experience during our world sabbatical.

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The iconic Kato Milli windmills in Mykonos, Greece

Ultimate Kid-Friendly Itinerary for Spending a Cruise Day in Mykonos, Greece

Why The 2 Idiots recommend exploring Mykonos

The moment your ship arrives in Mykonos, you’ll notice white buildings everywhere with the blue roofs that provide the backdrop you were expecting about the Greek islands. It’s amazing to experience the island – even the streets are white to help keep the buildings cool and reflect the sun. Plus, there are no cars on the narrow streets, making it great for young kids, who can run around as you explore.

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Incredible mosiac floor from Ancient Greek times

Ultimate Kid-friendly Itinerary for Cruise Day in Olympia, Greece

Why The 2 Idiots recommend Olympia

Entering the port of Katakolon, you’ll have the option to travel 4 hours to Athens or an hour to Olympia. Both options are exceptional, as they ooze history at every turn. When traveling with a younger child, however, we recommend the closer Olympia, which is home to the original Olympic Games. Ancient Olympia is an archeological site with more than 70 structures from ancient Greece, dating back to 4,000 years AD. It’s truly impressive, and there are tons of open spaces for your child to run and play safely.

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