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Hotel Review: Our Habitas San Miguel de Allende

Hotel Review: Our Habitas San Miguel de Allende

November 14, 2025

We recently spent an amazing weekend at Our Habitas San Miguel de Allende and discovered a whole different world from the bustling historic center.  Here’s our experience.  When we first moved to San Miguel de Allende, we were immediately swept up in its magic — the vibrant colonial heart,[...]

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Day of the Dead in Mexico

The Ultimate Guide to Celebrating Day of the Dead in Mexico 2025

October 27, 2025

Wondering what it's like to celebrate Day of the Dead in Mexico? Here's a comprehensive guide to Mexico's most colorful annual event.

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Oaxaca Day of the Dead

Oaxaca Day of the Dead: 2025 Schedule & Events

October 25, 2025

Celebrating Day of the Dead in Oaxaca was a once-in-a-lifetime experience for us! Here's my detailed guide and schedule of Dia de los Muertos events.

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Day of the Dead in Michoacan

Day of the Dead in Michoacán: Pátzcuaro & Isla Janitzio 2025

October 24, 2025

Celebrating Day of the Dead in Michoacan was one of the most moving experiences we’ve had in Mexico. Here I share our experience and tips.

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Day of the Dead Symbols and Traditions

15 Day of the Dead Symbols & Traditions

October 20, 2025

What do the Day of the Dead symbols mean? I decipher them in this guide. Day of the Dead (or Dia de Muertos) is one of the most unique Mexican traditions, a vibrant and symbolic celebration of death. The Mexicans embrace death and believe that it's a natural part of life, to be acknowledged and[...]

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Best Places to Celebrate Day of the Dead

10 Best Places to Celebrate Day of the Dead

October 19, 2025

While Day of the Dead is celebrated throughout Mexico, each region has its own unique traditions. Here are some of the best places to celebrate Day of the Dead.

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Day of the Dead in Mexico City

Day of the Dead in Mexico City: Parade & Events 2025

September 19, 2025

Celebrating Day of the Dead in Mexico City is one of our favorite experiences to date! This article has been updated with the official 2025 events. 

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Things to Do in Riviera Maya with Kids

22 Fun Things to Do in Riviera Maya with Kids

July 25, 2025

With its gorgeous beaches, Mayan ruins and cenotes, Riviera Maya is easily one of the most family-friendly destinations in the world. Here are some of the best things to do in Riviera Maya with kids. My family and I chose to live in the Riviera Maya for good reason – spectacular Caribbean beac[...]

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Mexico Cruises for Families

My Guide to Mexico Cruises for Families

April 18, 2025

Having lived in Mexico for the past four years and more importantly, as a mum to an adventurous little explorer, I'm often asked for family-friendly vacation advice. And when it comes to a trip that seamlessly blends relaxation for the parents with non-stop fun for the kids, a family cruise vacatio[...]

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Mexico City with Kids: My Guide to the Perfect Family Trip

Mexico City with Kids: My Guide to the Perfect Family Trip

March 27, 2025

Planning a trip to Mexico City with kids but don’t know where to begin? My family has visited multiple times and here’s my guide to the perfect Mexico City family trip.

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Bacalar  Mexico: My Guide to Bacalar Lagoon

Bacalar Mexico: My 2025 Guide to Bacalar Lagoon

March 19, 2025

Heading to Bacalar, Mexico soon? Here's my super detailed Bacalar Lagoon travel guide that includes the best places to stay and best spots to swim and more! Crystal clear, spearmint blue water, and swinging hammocks hanging from overwater palapa — Bacalar Lagoon is a sort of modern-day paradis[...]

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Driving in Mexico

Driving in Mexico: All You Need to Know in 2025

March 15, 2025

If the thought of driving in Mexico intimidates you, here are all my tips and tricks on how you can navigate the roads of Mexico.

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Staying at Casa Viva Troncones

Staying at Casa Viva Troncones

February 20, 2025

One of our best discoveries in Mexico is the beautiful all-natural beachfront hotel, Casa Viva Troncones.  Here’s our detailed review of the ecolodge.  If you think all of Mexico is touristy, think again. Even though some parts of Mexico are affected by overtourism, there are still p[...]

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Do You Need Travel Insurance for Mexico

My Guide to Mexico Travel Insurance

October 3, 2024

Travel insurance is a great mitigation against unforeseen trip disruptions, such as flight cancellations or lost luggage to ensure peace of mind. Here’s our guide on why you need travel insurance for your trip to Mexico.

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Things to do in Playa del Carmen

30 Things to do in Playa del Carmen (by an Expat) 2025

July 28, 2024

There are just SO many things to do in Playa del Carmen — from exploring cenotes to scuba diving and dining in caves — that you'll need a lifetime to try them all!

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Unique Places to Stay in Mexico

25 Unique Places to Stay in Mexico

June 12, 2024

Discover some of the most unique places to stay in Mexico: from rustic treehouses to polished haciendas and glamping domes.

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Things to Do in La Paz, Mexico

20 Cool Things to Do in La Paz, Mexico

May 20, 2024

Ready to go underwater and explore the capital of Baja California Sur? Here’s a comprehensive guide to the best things to do in La Paz.

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Teotihuacan Hot Air Balloon Flight

Teotihuacan Hot Air Balloon Flight: All You Need to Know

May 11, 2024

Seeing Teotihuacan by hot air balloon is undoubtedly one of the best experiences I’ve had in Mexico. Read about how you can also have the experience here.

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Huasteca Potosina Travel Guide

Huasteca Potosina Travel Guide 2025

May 9, 2024

Explore the most underrated region in Mexico with this comprehensive Huasteca Potosina travel guide I’ve compiled, including an itinerary and best spots to visit. 

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Best Islands in Mexico to Visit

10 Best Islands in Mexico to Visit

April 26, 2024

Did you know that Mexico is also known for some of the best islands this world has to offer? Here's our curated list of the best islands in Mexico to visit.

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Hi, I’m Nellie

A travel writer, Lonely Planet guidebook author and worldschooling mum. Living in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, with my family since 2021. Read about me.

Current Location

Current Location

San Miguel de Allende, Mexico

My Books

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Lonely Planet Mexico

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Lonely Planet Singapore

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Explorers

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Amsterdam Like a Local

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The Adventure Traveler's Handbook

Recent Posts

  • Hotel Review: Our Habitas San Miguel de Allende

    Hotel Review: Our Habitas San Miguel de Allende

    November 14, 2025
  • Day of the Dead in Mexico

    The Ultimate Guide to Celebrating Day of the Dead in Mexico 2025

    October 27, 2025
  • Oaxaca Day of the Dead

    Oaxaca Day of the Dead: 2025 Schedule & Events

    October 25, 2025
  • Day of the Dead in Michoacan

    Day of the Dead in Michoacán: Pátzcuaro & Isla Janitzio 2025

    October 24, 2025
  • Day of the Dead Symbols and Traditions

    15 Day of the Dead Symbols & Traditions

    October 20, 2025
@wildjunket
Nellie Huang | Adventure + Family Travel

@wildjunket

✈️ Travel writer & @lonelyplanet author 🌎 Sharing all about digital nomad family travel 🗺️Visited 150 countries 📍 Singaporean in Mexico 🇲🇽
  • Did you imagine digital nomad family life to be like this?

Want more digital nomad family truth? Follow along 💛

👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 

#travelfamily #livingabroad #worldschooling #familytravel #learningeverywhere #travelwithkids #digitalnomadfamily #familytravel#familyadventures
  • If you’d told me 20 years ago that I would be getting paid to travel the world and write about it, I wouldn’t have believed you. ✍️✈️🧳

It still feels surreal sometimes. I didn’t grow up thinking I’ll have this dream job one day. In fact, I studied engineering as it was the safest bet find a job and earn a living.

In 2008, I started my adventure travel blog (wildjunket.com) with zero clue what I was doing. I spent every minute of my free time learning everything from SEO to pitching publications. It took almost a year before the first few cents from ads and affiliate links came in — but I felt like I’d won the lottery. 

From there, I started working towards my real goal: freelance writing for travel publications and guidebook companies. I pitched all the pubs I knew, from small Singaporean magazines to international travel sites. There were many rejections at first, but slowly “no” turned into “yes”. 🙌🏽

Over time, my blog grew and my writing portfolio expanded. After 2 years of hard work, this became my full-time job. My blog was generating passive income through display ads, sponsored content and affiliates, while I was getting paid by publishers for my contributions.

Now, I write guidebooks for @lonelyplanet, print titles for @dkbooks and online articles for @telegraph and @bbc_travel. In addition to blogging and writing, I also lead tours, I book travel for clients, and do consultancy work for travel brands.

But if writing isn’t your thing, that’s okay — there are so many ways to earn online now that didn’t even exist when I started. If you’re curious about digital nomad jobs, blogging, or making money online in general, drop your questions. I’m always happy to share what’s worked (and what hasn’t). 💻✨

👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 

#travelwriter #travelwriting #travelblogger #digitalnomadlife #bloggertips #remotework #getpaidtodothis #travelblogging #laptoplifestyle
  • 20 years ago, if you’d told me I would be getting paid to travel the world and write about it, I wouldn’t have believed you. ✍️✈️🧳

It still feels surreal sometimes. I didn’t grow up thinking I’ll have this dream job one day. In fact, I studied engineering since it was the easiest way to find a job and make money.

In 2008, I started my adventure travel blog (wildjunket.com) with zero clue what I was doing. I spent every minute of my free time learning everything from SEO to pitching publications. It took almost a year before the first few cents from ads and affiliate links came in — but I felt like I’d won the lottery. 

From there, I started working towards my real goal: freelance writing for travel publications and guidebook companies. I pitched all the pubs I knew, from small Singaporean magazines to international travel sites. There were many rejections at first, but slowly “no” turned into “yes”. 🙌🏽

Over time, my blog grew and my writing portfolio expanded. After 2 years of hard work, this became my full-time job. My blog was making sufficient income thrice display ads, sponsored content and affiliates, while I was getting paid by publishers for my contributions.

Now, I write guidebooks for @lonelyplanet, print titles for @dkbooks and online articles for @telegraph and @bbctravel. In addition to blogging and writing, I also lead tours, I book travels for clients, and do consultancy work for travel brands.

But if writing isn’t your thing, that’s okay — there are so many ways to earn online now that didn’t even exist when I started. If you’re curious about digital nomad jobs, blogging, or making money online in general, drop your questions. I’m always happy to share what’s worked (and what hasn’t). 💻✨

👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 

#travelwriting #travelblogging #traveleriter #digitalnomadlife #bloggertips #remotework #getpaidtodothis #travelblogging #laptoplifestyle
  • Finland in winter is truly magical —  it makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a fairytale. ☃️❄️✨

Last winter, we spent Christmas in Finland 🇫🇮 and it was honestly the most magical trip we’ve done. Kaleya still talks about it fondly, and says it’s her favorite trip of all time. Here’s our guide:

ROVANIEMI — the capital of Christmas🎅🏼

• Meet Santa at @santaclausvillageofficial (touristy but irresistibly fun for kids)
• Take a gentle reindeer sleigh ride through quiet forests
• Stay at the @arcticsnowhotel or visit for the day
• Warm up at the Arktikum Museum, one of Lapland’s best
• Eat Lappish comfort food at @restaurantnili 

LEVI — a perfect ski stop 🎿🏔️✨

• Try a short husky safari with @snowmobileparklevi
• Ride the Levi Summit gondola for panoramic snowy views
• Book an aurora tour with @safartica to hunt for the Northern Lights
• Try beginner-friendly snowshoeing or a family snowmobile tour
• Easy eats: Colorado Bar & Grill

HELSINKI — cozy cafés + winter city charm ❄️❤️

• Wander the Helsinki Christmas Market and sip glögi (mulled wine)
• Go ice skating at the huge outdoor rink, Oulunkylä
• Visit Oodi Library — one of Europe’s best for families
• Warm up at the Allas Sea Pool (yes, there’s a heated pool!)
• Grab hot chocolate + pastries at Café Regatta, a tiny red cabin by the sea

👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 

#levilapland #visitlapland #winterwonderland #finnishlapland #wintervibes #icehotel #rovaniemi #rovaniemilapland #visitfinland #arcticcircle #winterwonderland
  • Finland in winter is truly magical —  it makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a fairytale. ☃️❄️✨

Last winter, we spent Christmas in Finland 🇫🇮 and it was honestly the most magical trip we’ve done. Kaleya still talks about it fondly, and says it’s her favorite trip of all time. Here’s our guide:

ROVANIEMI — the capital of Christmas🎅🏼

• Meet Santa at @santaclausvillageofficial (touristy but irresistibly fun for kids)
• Take a gentle reindeer sleigh ride through quiet forests
• Stay at the @arcticsnowhotel or visit for the day
• Warm up at the Arktikum Museum, one of Lapland’s best
• Eat Lappish comfort food at @restaurantnili 

LEVI — a perfect ski stop 🎿🏔️✨

• Try a short husky safari with @snowmobileparklevi
• Ride the Levi Summit gondola for panoramic snowy views
• Book an aurora tour with @safartica to hunt for the Northern Lights
• Try beginner-friendly snowshoeing or a family snowmobile tour
• Easy eats: Colorado Bar & Grill

HELSINKI — cozy cafés + winter city charm ❄️❤️

• Wander the Helsinki Christmas Market and sip glögi (mulled wine)
• Go ice skating at the huge outdoor rink, Oulunkylä
• Visit Oodi Library — one of Europe’s best for families
• Warm up at the Allas Sea Pool (yes, there’s a heated pool!)
• Grab hot chocolate + pastries at Café Regatta, a tiny red cabin by the sea

👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 

#levilapland #visitlapland #winterwonderland #finnishlapland #wintervibes #icehotel #rovaniemi #rovaniemilapland #visitfinland #arcticcircle #winterwonderland
  • Cape Town Diaries – Week 5 🎄✨

December is finally here, which means advent calendars, summer sunshine, and all the festive fun Cape Town brings this time of year. We kicked off the week with a beach day with friends and a visit to the Christmas fair, where ice sliding turned out to be a huge hit.

The weekend surprised us too — a family hike that turned into a full-on geocaching adventure. Five hidden treasures later, hiking has suddenly become a lot more appealing. 😉

We wrapped up the week with a magical kayak trip in the (very!) icy Atlantic, spotting penguins and dolphins gliding right beside us.

Feeling grateful for another beautiful, adventure-filled week in the Mother City. 💛🌊✨

👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 

 #travelfamily #livingabroad #worldschooling #familytravel #learningeverywhere #travelwithkids #digitalnomadfamily #familytravel #livingincapetown #capetowndiaries #capetownwithkids
  • Cape Town Diaries – Week 5 🎄✨

December is finally here, which means advent calendars, summer sunshine, and all the festive fun Cape Town brings this time of year. 

Amidst our busy work/homeschooling schedule, we squeezed in a beach day with friends and a visit to the Christmas fair, where ice sliding turned out to be a huge hit.

The weekend surprised us too — a family hike that turned into a full-on geocaching adventure. Five hidden treasures later, hiking has suddenly become a lot more appealing. 😉

We wrapped up the week with a magical kayak trip in the (very!) icy Atlantic, spotting penguins and dolphins gliding right beside us.

Feeling grateful for another beautiful, adventure-filled week in the Mother City. 💛🌊✨

👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 

 #travelfamily #livingabroad #worldschooling #familytravel #learningeverywhere #travelwithkids #digitalnomadfamily #familytravel #livingincapetown #capetowndiaries #capetownwithkids
  • Yes worldschooling is about giving kids a better education and a fun, stress-free childhood… but it’s also about making the most of parenthood. 

In the school system, childhood is measured in test scores and reports. For parents, it’s measured in rushed school runs, homework battles, and very little quality time. Everyday feels like a rush. 

📚Worldschooling flips that script.

 🍳Slow mornings.

🍃Lessons woven naturally into everyday life.

📝Experiences that turn the world into a classroom.

Kids raised this way live differently. They grow up with more interest, deeper trust, and the belief that they can build their own future.

And parents? We finally have the chance to live parenthood fully, without feeling like we’re robbed of this precious time. 

We live at a pace where we actually see our children…not only at weekends, not only when they’re overtired…but in everyday life! ⏱️

👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 

 #travelfamily #livingabroad #worldschooling #familytravel #learningeverywhere #travelwithkids #digitalnomadfamily #familytravel #worldschoolers #worldschoolingfamily
  • Yes worldschooling is about giving kids a better education and a fun, stress-free childhood… but it’s also about making the most of parenthood. 

In the school system, childhood is measured in test scores and reports. For parents, it’s measured in rushed school runs, homework battles, and very little quality time. Everyday feels like a rush. 

📚Worldschooling flips that script.

 🍳Slow mornings.

🍃Lessons woven naturally into everyday life.

📝Experiences that turn the world into a classroom.

Kids raised this way live differently. They grow up with more interest, deeper trust, and the belief that they can build their own future.

And parents? We finally have the chance to live parenthood fully, without feeling like we’re robbed of this precious time. 

We live at a pace where we actually see our children…not only at weekends, not only when they’re overtired…but in everyday life! ⏱️

👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 

 #travelfamily #livingabroad #worldschooling #familytravel #learningeverywhere #travelwithkids #digitalnomadfamily #familytravel #worldschoolers #worldschoolingfamily
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If you’d told me 20 years ago that I would be getting paid to travel the world and write about it, I wouldn’t have believed you. ✍️✈️🧳 It still feels surreal sometimes. I didn’t grow up thinking I’ll have this dream job one day. In fact, I studied engineering as it was the safest bet find a job and earn a living. In 2008, I started my adventure travel blog (wildjunket.com) with zero clue what I was doing. I spent every minute of my free time learning everything from SEO to pitching publications. It took almost a year before the first few cents from ads and affiliate links came in — but I felt like I’d won the lottery. From there, I started working towards my real goal: freelance writing for travel publications and guidebook companies. I pitched all the pubs I knew, from small Singaporean magazines to international travel sites. There were many rejections at first, but slowly “no” turned into “yes”. 🙌🏽 Over time, my blog grew and my writing portfolio expanded. After 2 years of hard work, this became my full-time job. My blog was generating passive income through display ads, sponsored content and affiliates, while I was getting paid by publishers for my contributions. Now, I write guidebooks for @lonelyplanet, print titles for @dkbooks and online articles for @telegraph and @bbc_travel. In addition to blogging and writing, I also lead tours, I book travel for clients, and do consultancy work for travel brands. But if writing isn’t your thing, that’s okay — there are so many ways to earn online now that didn’t even exist when I started. If you’re curious about digital nomad jobs, blogging, or making money online in general, drop your questions. I’m always happy to share what’s worked (and what hasn’t). 💻✨ 👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 #travelwriter #travelwriting #travelblogger #digitalnomadlife #bloggertips #remotework #getpaidtodothis #travelblogging #laptoplifestyle
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20 years ago, if you’d told me I would be getting paid to travel the world and write about it, I wouldn’t have believed you. ✍️✈️🧳 It still feels surreal sometimes. I didn’t grow up thinking I’ll have this dream job one day. In fact, I studied engineering since it was the easiest way to find a job and make money. In 2008, I started my adventure travel blog (wildjunket.com) with zero clue what I was doing. I spent every minute of my free time learning everything from SEO to pitching publications. It took almost a year before the first few cents from ads and affiliate links came in — but I felt like I’d won the lottery. From there, I started working towards my real goal: freelance writing for travel publications and guidebook companies. I pitched all the pubs I knew, from small Singaporean magazines to international travel sites. There were many rejections at first, but slowly “no” turned into “yes”. 🙌🏽 Over time, my blog grew and my writing portfolio expanded. After 2 years of hard work, this became my full-time job. My blog was making sufficient income thrice display ads, sponsored content and affiliates, while I was getting paid by publishers for my contributions. Now, I write guidebooks for @lonelyplanet, print titles for @dkbooks and online articles for @telegraph and @bbctravel. In addition to blogging and writing, I also lead tours, I book travels for clients, and do consultancy work for travel brands. But if writing isn’t your thing, that’s okay — there are so many ways to earn online now that didn’t even exist when I started. If you’re curious about digital nomad jobs, blogging, or making money online in general, drop your questions. I’m always happy to share what’s worked (and what hasn’t). 💻✨ 👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 #travelwriting #travelblogging #traveleriter #digitalnomadlife #bloggertips #remotework #getpaidtodothis #travelblogging #laptoplifestyle
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Finland in winter is truly magical — it makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a fairytale. ☃️❄️✨ Last winter, we spent Christmas in Finland 🇫🇮 and it was honestly the most magical trip we’ve done. Kaleya still talks about it fondly, and says it’s her favorite trip of all time. Here’s our guide: ROVANIEMI — the capital of Christmas🎅🏼 
• Meet Santa at @santaclausvillageofficial (touristy but irresistibly fun for kids) • Take a gentle reindeer sleigh ride through quiet forests • Stay at the @arcticsnowhotel or visit for the day
• Warm up at the Arktikum Museum, one of Lapland’s best
• Eat Lappish comfort food at @restaurantnili LEVI — a perfect ski stop 🎿🏔️✨ • Try a short husky safari with @snowmobileparklevi
• Ride the Levi Summit gondola for panoramic snowy views
• Book an aurora tour with @safartica to hunt for the Northern Lights
• Try beginner-friendly snowshoeing or a family snowmobile tour
• Easy eats: Colorado Bar & Grill HELSINKI — cozy cafés + winter city charm ❄️❤️ • Wander the Helsinki Christmas Market and sip glögi (mulled wine) • Go ice skating at the huge outdoor rink, Oulunkylä
• Visit Oodi Library — one of Europe’s best for families
• Warm up at the Allas Sea Pool (yes, there’s a heated pool!)
• Grab hot chocolate + pastries at Café Regatta, a tiny red cabin by the sea 👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 #levilapland #visitlapland #winterwonderland #finnishlapland #wintervibes #icehotel #rovaniemi #rovaniemilapland #visitfinland #arcticcircle #winterwonderland
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Finland in winter is truly magical — it makes you feel like you’ve stepped into a fairytale. ☃️❄️✨ Last winter, we spent Christmas in Finland 🇫🇮 and it was honestly the most magical trip we’ve done. Kaleya still talks about it fondly, and says it’s her favorite trip of all time. Here’s our guide: ROVANIEMI — the capital of Christmas🎅🏼 
• Meet Santa at @santaclausvillageofficial (touristy but irresistibly fun for kids) • Take a gentle reindeer sleigh ride through quiet forests • Stay at the @arcticsnowhotel or visit for the day
• Warm up at the Arktikum Museum, one of Lapland’s best
• Eat Lappish comfort food at @restaurantnili LEVI — a perfect ski stop 🎿🏔️✨ • Try a short husky safari with @snowmobileparklevi
• Ride the Levi Summit gondola for panoramic snowy views
• Book an aurora tour with @safartica to hunt for the Northern Lights
• Try beginner-friendly snowshoeing or a family snowmobile tour
• Easy eats: Colorado Bar & Grill HELSINKI — cozy cafés + winter city charm ❄️❤️ • Wander the Helsinki Christmas Market and sip glögi (mulled wine) • Go ice skating at the huge outdoor rink, Oulunkylä
• Visit Oodi Library — one of Europe’s best for families
• Warm up at the Allas Sea Pool (yes, there’s a heated pool!)
• Grab hot chocolate + pastries at Café Regatta, a tiny red cabin by the sea 👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 #levilapland #visitlapland #winterwonderland #finnishlapland #wintervibes #icehotel #rovaniemi #rovaniemilapland #visitfinland #arcticcircle #winterwonderland
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Cape Town Diaries – Week 5 🎄✨ December is finally here, which means advent calendars, summer sunshine, and all the festive fun Cape Town brings this time of year. We kicked off the week with a beach day with friends and a visit to the Christmas fair, where ice sliding turned out to be a huge hit. The weekend surprised us too — a family hike that turned into a full-on geocaching adventure. Five hidden treasures later, hiking has suddenly become a lot more appealing. 😉 We wrapped up the week with a magical kayak trip in the (very!) icy Atlantic, spotting penguins and dolphins gliding right beside us. Feeling grateful for another beautiful, adventure-filled week in the Mother City. 💛🌊✨ 👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 #travelfamily #livingabroad #worldschooling #familytravel #learningeverywhere #travelwithkids #digitalnomadfamily #familytravel #livingincapetown #capetowndiaries #capetownwithkids
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Cape Town Diaries – Week 5 🎄✨ December is finally here, which means advent calendars, summer sunshine, and all the festive fun Cape Town brings this time of year. Amidst our busy work/homeschooling schedule, we squeezed in a beach day with friends and a visit to the Christmas fair, where ice sliding turned out to be a huge hit. The weekend surprised us too — a family hike that turned into a full-on geocaching adventure. Five hidden treasures later, hiking has suddenly become a lot more appealing. 😉 We wrapped up the week with a magical kayak trip in the (very!) icy Atlantic, spotting penguins and dolphins gliding right beside us. Feeling grateful for another beautiful, adventure-filled week in the Mother City. 💛🌊✨ 👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 #travelfamily #livingabroad #worldschooling #familytravel #learningeverywhere #travelwithkids #digitalnomadfamily #familytravel #livingincapetown #capetowndiaries #capetownwithkids
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Yes worldschooling is about giving kids a better education and a fun, stress-free childhood… but it’s also about making the most of parenthood. In the school system, childhood is measured in test scores and reports. For parents, it’s measured in rushed school runs, homework battles, and very little quality time. Everyday feels like a rush. 📚Worldschooling flips that script. 🍳Slow mornings. 🍃Lessons woven naturally into everyday life. 📝Experiences that turn the world into a classroom. Kids raised this way live differently. They grow up with more interest, deeper trust, and the belief that they can build their own future. And parents? We finally have the chance to live parenthood fully, without feeling like we’re robbed of this precious time. We live at a pace where we actually see our children…not only at weekends, not only when they’re overtired…but in everyday life! ⏱️ 👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 #travelfamily #livingabroad #worldschooling #familytravel #learningeverywhere #travelwithkids #digitalnomadfamily #familytravel #worldschoolers #worldschoolingfamily
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Yes worldschooling is about giving kids a better education and a fun, stress-free childhood… but it’s also about making the most of parenthood. In the school system, childhood is measured in test scores and reports. For parents, it’s measured in rushed school runs, homework battles, and very little quality time. Everyday feels like a rush. 📚Worldschooling flips that script. 🍳Slow mornings. 🍃Lessons woven naturally into everyday life. 📝Experiences that turn the world into a classroom. Kids raised this way live differently. They grow up with more interest, deeper trust, and the belief that they can build their own future. And parents? We finally have the chance to live parenthood fully, without feeling like we’re robbed of this precious time. We live at a pace where we actually see our children…not only at weekends, not only when they’re overtired…but in everyday life! ⏱️ 👋 Hi! I’m Nellie, a travel writer and adventurous mum. I share all I’ve learned about digital nomad family travel here. So glad you’re here! 🌏 #travelfamily #livingabroad #worldschooling #familytravel #learningeverywhere #travelwithkids #digitalnomadfamily #familytravel #worldschoolers #worldschoolingfamily
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