Experiences
Tom
Our 35 Most Memorable Moments of 2015

New Year, New Experiences

Way back in 2015, I wrote about this world-traveling family’s 20 Most Memorable Moments of 2014. But our journey had only just started — we continued hopping across the globe for a good portion of 2015. Here are the 35 things we experienced in 2015 that we regularly talk about.

Our 35 Most Memorable Moments of 2015
United States, Summer of 17
Tom
Announcing the Summer of 17

We took on the world, now we're taking on the United States.

 › This summer we're packing up and hitting the road to experience that great tradition—the Epic American Road Trip. We'll be traveling the highways and byways of the United States, journeying through 17 states in three weeks. Join us, won't you?

Announcing the Summer of 17
Daily Report, Iceland
Tom
Into a Land of Ice and Fire

Saturday, 11-07-2015. Day 327

Endless Days, Statues, Hot Dogs

After leaving England, we had a three-day layover in Iceland, a small island country the locals call a land of ice and fire. On our first day, we got the lay of the land in Reykjavik, along with a history lesson or two, and some delicious hot dogs.

Into a Land of Ice and Fire
England, Daily Report, Scotland
Tom
Yo, Hadrian!

Saturday, 04-07-2015. Day 318

New Shoes and an Ancient Wall

Way back around the year 120, Roman Emperor Hadrian built a giant wall too keep the wildmen out of the northern border of the Roman Empire. Parts of that wall still stand today.

Yo, Hadrian!
Travelogue, Nostalgia
Tom
333 Days in Six Minutes

A Trip Around the World in One Short Video

During our 333-day trip around the world, I filmed one second of video for each day we were traveling. Well, kind of. When it was all over, all that footage was turned into a six-minute video that nicely chronicles our journey. And you can see that video right here.

333 Days in Six Minutes

Frankie

Why We Didn't Ride Elephants on Our Trip Around the World

Why We Didn't Ride Elephants on Our Trip Around the World

Today is World Elephant Day, so Frankie and Jackie we thought this was a good time to tell you why, even though there were plenty of opportunities, we didn't ride elephants on our trip around the world.

Why We Didn't Ride Elephants on Our Trip Around the World
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Ten Ways To Keep Kids Occupied On A Trip Around the World

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Ten Ways To Keep Kids Occupied On A Trip Around the World

How to Never Say "I'm bored!" 

Here are the ten ways Jackie and Frankie have kept busy on planes, trains, automobiles, and boats during our travels:

Ten Ways To Keep Kids Occupied On A Trip Around the World
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Bernardo O'Higgins: A True Son of Chile

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Bernardo O'Higgins: A True Son of Chile

The Unknown Boy Who Turned into a Great Leader

During long-term travel, there are many educational opportunities, like when you wonder why a street in Santiago, Chile is named Avenida Libertador General Bernardo O'Higgins.

Bernardo O'Higgins: A True Son of Chile
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The Book of Everything!

This book has everything you need to know about traveling the world.

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Okay, so it doesn't really have everything, but it does have a lot of information about different parts of world and a ton of great tips for world travelers like us.

Here are a few things you can learn about in The Book of Everything:

  1. What those signals from the guy on the runway with the flashlights mean.
  2. How to predict the weather from the clouds.
  3. What countries use what electrical outlets (really useful!).
  4. How to use chopsticks.
  5. How to wear a kilt.
  6. Common gestures and behavior to avoid and where.
  7. How to tip in different countries.
  8. Dealing with snakebites.
  9. Sun safety.
  10. How to say cheers in different countries.
  11. How much a cup of coffee costs around the world.
  12. Making your hotel room burglar proof.
  13. How to take control of a falling jet.
  14. How to ride a camel.
  15. How to survive running with the bulls.
  16. Basic first aid tips and how to do CPR.
  17. And lots more!

If you're the type of person who likes to know everything, then The Book of Everything is for you.

The Book of Everything!
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