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How to Camp and Hike Trolltunga with a Toddler

How to Camp and Hike Trolltunga with a Toddler

How to Camp and Hike Trolltunga with a Toddler

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We spent 48 hours with our toddler in beautiful Lake Como and explored everything from lakeside views, villas, beaches, boat rides, mountain viewpoints - and of course, pasta, gelato, wine and Aperol… 🍷🍝

Input it all together into a detailed guide - comment COMO to get it straight to your DMs! 💛

#lakecomo #travelwithkids #toddlertravel #toddlertravels #travellingtoddler #toddlertraveltips

Comment ‘COMO’ for the full travel guide ✨

We spent 48 hours with our toddler in beautiful Lake Como and explored everything from lakeside views, villas, beaches, boat rides, mountain viewpoints - and of course, pasta, gelato, wine and Aperol… 🍷🍝

Input it all together into a detailed guide - comment COMO to get it straight to your DMs! 💛

#lakecomo #travelwithkids #toddlertravel #toddlertravels #travellingtoddler #toddlertraveltips

AD | As a family, we’re always on the go with our energetic toddler! That’s why we never leave home without Kit & Kin’s Magic Salve. It’s our go-to for everything from nappy rash and dry skin to those inevitable scrapes and grazes.

We love that it’s made with gentle, natural ingredients which is perfect for my daughter’s sensitive skin. At 100ml, it’s perfectly sized for airport security which is handy for all of our adventures!

What’s your top travel essential for little ones?

AD | As a family, we’re always on the go with our energetic toddler! That’s why we never leave home without Kit & Kin’s Magic Salve. It’s our go-to for everything from nappy rash and dry skin to those inevitable scrapes and grazes.

We love that it’s made with gentle, natural ingredients which is perfect for my daughter’s sensitive skin. At 100ml, it’s perfectly sized for airport security which is handy for all of our adventures!

What’s your top travel essential for little ones?

As soon as I saw the kids doing this, I knew I had to do it 😂

📍Ponte della Civera, Nesso, Lake Como

#toddlertravel #lakecomo #toddlermum #kidstravel #civerabridge #familytravelblogger

As soon as I saw the kids doing this, I knew I had to do it 😂

📍Ponte della Civera, Nesso, Lake Como

#toddlertravel #lakecomo #toddlermum #kidstravel #civerabridge #familytravelblogger

As soon as I saw the teenagers doing this I knew I had to give it a go 😂

Would you try this?

#toddlertravel #kidstravel #toddlermum #lakecomo #nessobridge

As soon as I saw the teenagers doing this I knew I had to give it a go 😂

Would you try this?

#toddlertravel #kidstravel #toddlermum #lakecomo #nessobridge

As soon as I saw the teenagers doing this, I knew I had to try it 😂

Would you do this?

#toddlertravel #toddlermum #mumtravels #lakecomo #familyholiday

As soon as I saw the teenagers doing this, I knew I had to try it 😂

Would you do this?

#toddlertravel #toddlermum #mumtravels #lakecomo #familyholiday

As soon as I saw the kids doing it, I knew I had to give it a go 😂

Would you do this?

#toddlermum #toddlertravel #lakecomo #nessobridge

As soon as I saw the kids doing it, I knew I had to give it a go 😂

Would you do this?

#toddlermum #toddlertravel #lakecomo #nessobridge

Did you know Bergen is considered the rainiest city in Europe? 🌧️

Today was our last day of our Norway trip, and it rained - non-stop!

Luckily the city has loads to offer on a rainy day, and we decided to check out @akvariet! It had so much to see and do - from exotic fish, sea lions and penguins, to snakes, crocodiles and tortoises! There was also a cafe and both indoor and outdoor play areas.

We always take some time at the end of every trip to reflect on what we’ve done and what we’ve enjoyed - I find it’s a nice way to round off and also helps our daughter remember our trips ❤️

If you’ve been following this series - thanks for coming along! A detailed Norway travel guide is in the works, keep an eye on this space 👀

Did you know Bergen is considered the rainiest city in Europe? 🌧️

Today was our last day of our Norway trip, and it rained - non-stop!

Luckily the city has loads to offer on a rainy day, and we decided to check out @akvariet! It had so much to see and do - from exotic fish, sea lions and penguins, to snakes, crocodiles and tortoises! There was also a cafe and both indoor and outdoor play areas.

We always take some time at the end of every trip to reflect on what we’ve done and what we’ve enjoyed - I find it’s a nice way to round off and also helps our daughter remember our trips ❤️

If you’ve been following this series - thanks for coming along! A detailed Norway travel guide is in the works, keep an eye on this space 👀

Training for Trolltunga vs hiking Trolltunga… 💪

This hike is probably the most adventurous thing we’ve done with our toddler to date - and it’s definitely given us an “everything is possible” feeling! It took us 13 hours to complete over two days and it was so worth it (despite the sore backs afterwards 😂)

One of the most important things for us on this hike was having a good carrier for Malva. She is 2.5 years old and weighs 15kg, and although she did do some walking by herself, her little legs would get tired quickly and so we needed a safe and comfortable way to carry her.

We used the @philandtedsuk Escape carrier which was comfortable for both us and Malva, giving us the right hip support to take the pressure off our shoulders. And Malva loved being able to look out at the view from up high!

It definitely took some research and preparation to do this hike (and not least getting in shape…) but we did it! 🤩

AD

Training for Trolltunga vs hiking Trolltunga… 💪

This hike is probably the most adventurous thing we’ve done with our toddler to date - and it’s definitely given us an “everything is possible” feeling! It took us 13 hours to complete over two days and it was so worth it (despite the sore backs afterwards 😂)

One of the most important things for us on this hike was having a good carrier for Malva. She is 2.5 years old and weighs 15kg, and although she did do some walking by herself, her little legs would get tired quickly and so we needed a safe and comfortable way to carry her.

We used the @philandtedsuk Escape carrier which was comfortable for both us and Malva, giving us the right hip support to take the pressure off our shoulders. And Malva loved being able to look out at the view from up high!

It definitely took some research and preparation to do this hike (and not least getting in shape…) but we did it! 🤩

AD

Would you hike up a mountain for a playground? 🤔

This is day 9 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today, we’re exploring Bergen! 🇳🇴

We started with a fjord cruise with @rodnefjordcruise in the rain 🌧️ through beautiful Mostraumen (and Malva got to see the captain!)

Of course we had to try some fresh Norwegian salmon 🐟 when we were here, but the best part of the day was taking the funicular up to Mount Fløyen!

Apart from beautiful views of the city and the surrounding landscape, it’s also home to an incredible playground! The playground is also right next to the Troll forest where you can go looking for trolls (just don’t feed them!) 🧌

If you’re feeling up for it, you can hike all the way up (we were still recovering from our 13hr hike to Trolltunga so we enjoyed the 6 min funicular ride instead!)

➡️ Come back for day 10 and our final day in Norway!

Would you hike up a mountain for a playground? 🤔

This is day 9 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today, we’re exploring Bergen! 🇳🇴

We started with a fjord cruise with @rodnefjordcruise in the rain 🌧️ through beautiful Mostraumen (and Malva got to see the captain!)

Of course we had to try some fresh Norwegian salmon 🐟 when we were here, but the best part of the day was taking the funicular up to Mount Fløyen!

Apart from beautiful views of the city and the surrounding landscape, it’s also home to an incredible playground! The playground is also right next to the Troll forest where you can go looking for trolls (just don’t feed them!) 🧌

If you’re feeling up for it, you can hike all the way up (we were still recovering from our 13hr hike to Trolltunga so we enjoyed the 6 min funicular ride instead!)

➡️ Come back for day 10 and our final day in Norway!

When you hike 7 hours up to Trolltunga (& 6 hours back down) with a toddler on your back and this is your view at the top 🙃

Luckily we camped nearby so we got to see it without the fog (and have it all to ourselves!) but I felt so bad for everyone posing for photos out on the rock when you could hardly see anything!

When you hike 7 hours up to Trolltunga (& 6 hours back down) with a toddler on your back and this is your view at the top 🙃

Luckily we camped nearby so we got to see it without the fog (and have it all to ourselves!) but I felt so bad for everyone posing for photos out on the rock when you could hardly see anything!

Ever driven through a roundabout inside a tunnel?! 🚗

This is day 8 of exploring Norway with a toddler and we’re taking the scenic route from Ejdfjord to Bergen.

Started the day right with incredible cardamom buns from @vik_bakeri - 10/10! 👌

Also saw 2 beautiful waterfalls today, Vøringfossen and Sejdalsfossen - highly recommend checking both of them out if you’re visiting with a car!

But the craziest thing we saw today, were two roundabouts inside the mountains 🤯

Come back for day 9 when we explore what Bergen has to offer! ✨

Ever driven through a roundabout inside a tunnel?! 🚗

This is day 8 of exploring Norway with a toddler and we’re taking the scenic route from Ejdfjord to Bergen.

Started the day right with incredible cardamom buns from @vik_bakeri - 10/10! 👌

Also saw 2 beautiful waterfalls today, Vøringfossen and Sejdalsfossen - highly recommend checking both of them out if you’re visiting with a car!

But the craziest thing we saw today, were two roundabouts inside the mountains 🤯

Come back for day 9 when we explore what Bergen has to offer! ✨

Looking for the perfect place to stay in Lake Como? I think we found it! 😍

We recently went to Bellagio with our toddler and stayed in the beautiful @ariabellagio apartment - and it was one of the highlights of our entire trip!

The apartment is perfectly situated a short walk away from central Bellagio with incredible views of the lake. One of the things I loved the most was the artsy decor - the apartment was full of quirky design and art pieces that had been carefully curated to add colour and life to the place (Malva’s favourite was the colourful rabbits!) 🐇

Apart from gorgeous views and cool decor, the place also came with some nice perks:

🍷Complimentary bottle of wine
🍝Spaghetti recipe with ingredients
🚗2 Designated parking spaces
💅🏼Artisan beauty set

Genuinely can’t recommend this place enough - if you have plans to visit Lake Como, definitely check this place out!

AD | GIfted stay

Looking for the perfect place to stay in Lake Como? I think we found it! 😍

We recently went to Bellagio with our toddler and stayed in the beautiful @ariabellagio apartment - and it was one of the highlights of our entire trip!

The apartment is perfectly situated a short walk away from central Bellagio with incredible views of the lake. One of the things I loved the most was the artsy decor - the apartment was full of quirky design and art pieces that had been carefully curated to add colour and life to the place (Malva’s favourite was the colourful rabbits!) 🐇

Apart from gorgeous views and cool decor, the place also came with some nice perks:

🍷Complimentary bottle of wine
🍝Spaghetti recipe with ingredients
🚗2 Designated parking spaces
💅🏼Artisan beauty set

Genuinely can’t recommend this place enough - if you have plans to visit Lake Como, definitely check this place out!

AD | GIfted stay

⬇️ Why it was harder hiking down Trolltunga than up

This is day 7 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today was my birthday! 🎈

And what a special way to celebrate your birthday, waking up above the clouds next to one of the most iconic places in Norway 😍

We had set camp just around the corner from Trolltunga, and as soon as we had packed up, we went back to see the famous rock one last time, but it was so cloudy you hardly see it, and at 9.30am there was already a long queue of people there! So we decided to instead hike back down.

So why was it so hard going back down?

My daughter had her final molar come through and she was just not having a good time… We had come prepared with Neurofen (thank goodness) and had to just take it slow - letting her walk, playing games and, for the final leg, bribing her with snacks and a bit of screen time (thank you Cocomelon!).

We headed straight from the hike to @lofthussideri and man, I don’t think a drink ever tasted that good! 🥂

Come back for day 8 to see us chase waterfalls on the scenic route to Bergen!

➡️ I put together a detailed guide with what you need to hike Trolltunga with a toddler. Comment ‘TROLLTUNGA GUIDE’ and I’ll DM it to you!

⬇️ Why it was harder hiking down Trolltunga than up

This is day 7 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today was my birthday! 🎈

And what a special way to celebrate your birthday, waking up above the clouds next to one of the most iconic places in Norway 😍

We had set camp just around the corner from Trolltunga, and as soon as we had packed up, we went back to see the famous rock one last time, but it was so cloudy you hardly see it, and at 9.30am there was already a long queue of people there! So we decided to instead hike back down.

So why was it so hard going back down?

My daughter had her final molar come through and she was just not having a good time… We had come prepared with Neurofen (thank goodness) and had to just take it slow - letting her walk, playing games and, for the final leg, bribing her with snacks and a bit of screen time (thank you Cocomelon!).

We headed straight from the hike to @lofthussideri and man, I don’t think a drink ever tasted that good! 🥂

Come back for day 8 to see us chase waterfalls on the scenic route to Bergen!

➡️ I put together a detailed guide with what you need to hike Trolltunga with a toddler. Comment ‘TROLLTUNGA GUIDE’ and I’ll DM it to you!

When you hike 7 hours up to Trolltunga (& 6 hours back down) with a toddler on your back and this is your view at the top 🙃

Luckily we camped nearby so we got to see it without the fog (and have it all to ourselves!) but I felt so bad for everyone posing for photos out on the rock when you could hardly see anything!

#toddlertravels #toddlerhike #travelfail #kidshike #familytravels

When you hike 7 hours up to Trolltunga (& 6 hours back down) with a toddler on your back and this is your view at the top 🙃

Luckily we camped nearby so we got to see it without the fog (and have it all to ourselves!) but I felt so bad for everyone posing for photos out on the rock when you could hardly see anything!

#toddlertravels #toddlerhike #travelfail #kidshike #familytravels

When you hike 7 hours up to Trolltunga with a toddler on your back and this is your view at the top 🙃

Luckily we camped nearby so we got to see it without the fog (and have it all to ourselves!) but I felt so bad for everyone posing for photos out on the rock when you could hardly see anything!

#toddlertravels #toddlerhike #travelfail #kidshike #familytravels

When you hike 7 hours up to Trolltunga with a toddler on your back and this is your view at the top 🙃

Luckily we camped nearby so we got to see it without the fog (and have it all to ourselves!) but I felt so bad for everyone posing for photos out on the rock when you could hardly see anything!

#toddlertravels #toddlerhike #travelfail #kidshike #familytravels

How did we survive this hike with our 2.5yo toddler? 🥾

This was not an easy hike and we were lucky that the days were really long in Norway so we could take our time.

It was important for us to take regular play breaks so Malva could run around, have lots of snacks and use the right gear. This was a long hike so we needed a carrier which was going to be comfortable for both Andy & I to use and comfortable for Malva to sit in for prolonged periods.

We used the @philandtedsuk Escape Carrier and Malva loved being able to look out and be involved in the conversations. I also found the kickstand and adjustable straps made it really easy to switch between Andy and I so we could share the load of carrying her.

If you’re looking for a smartly designed carrier for your family adventures then I’d recommend the Escape!

AD

How did we survive this hike with our 2.5yo toddler? 🥾

This was not an easy hike and we were lucky that the days were really long in Norway so we could take our time.

It was important for us to take regular play breaks so Malva could run around, have lots of snacks and use the right gear. This was a long hike so we needed a carrier which was going to be comfortable for both Andy & I to use and comfortable for Malva to sit in for prolonged periods.

We used the @philandtedsuk Escape Carrier and Malva loved being able to look out and be involved in the conversations. I also found the kickstand and adjustable straps made it really easy to switch between Andy and I so we could share the load of carrying her.

If you’re looking for a smartly designed carrier for your family adventures then I’d recommend the Escape!

AD

🗻Will we make it to Trolltunga with a toddler and a rolled ankle?

DISCLAIMER: Trolltunga is a long and challenging hike so if you’re planning to do this with your child, make sure you come well-prepared! We did a lot of research prior to this hike, and were also very lucky with the weather. For information on the latest weather conditions at Trolltunga, check out @trolltunga_information

Today we started making our way up to Trolltunga! We had pre-booked parking at P3 Mågelitopp, which saves a good few hours of the hike so I would highly recommend this!

Luckily, my husband’s foot was pretty much back to normal, and with the help of some walking poles, he was able to come with us on the hike.

In other news, he dropped his phone into a narrow gorge 🤦🏼‍♀️ We tried to get it back (even got some chewing gum from some bypassers which we attached to one of the walking poles), but sadly, it was too far down 👋

It took us about 7 hours to get to Trolltunga, but we did lots of breaks on the way for snacks and to let our daughter walk/play and we weren’t in a rush as we were camping at the top.

We got there around 8pm and it was completely empty! Felt very special getting it all to ourselves 😍

We set camp about 10 minutes away and had a really cosy evening, right next to the gorgeous fjord.

Come back for day 7 to see if we make it back down again!

➡️ I put together a detailed guide with what you need to hike Trolltunga with a toddler. Comment ‘TROLLTUNGA GUIDE’ and I’ll DM it to you!

🗻Will we make it to Trolltunga with a toddler and a rolled ankle?

DISCLAIMER: Trolltunga is a long and challenging hike so if you’re planning to do this with your child, make sure you come well-prepared! We did a lot of research prior to this hike, and were also very lucky with the weather. For information on the latest weather conditions at Trolltunga, check out @trolltunga_information

Today we started making our way up to Trolltunga! We had pre-booked parking at P3 Mågelitopp, which saves a good few hours of the hike so I would highly recommend this!

Luckily, my husband’s foot was pretty much back to normal, and with the help of some walking poles, he was able to come with us on the hike.

In other news, he dropped his phone into a narrow gorge 🤦🏼‍♀️ We tried to get it back (even got some chewing gum from some bypassers which we attached to one of the walking poles), but sadly, it was too far down 👋

It took us about 7 hours to get to Trolltunga, but we did lots of breaks on the way for snacks and to let our daughter walk/play and we weren’t in a rush as we were camping at the top.

We got there around 8pm and it was completely empty! Felt very special getting it all to ourselves 😍

We set camp about 10 minutes away and had a really cosy evening, right next to the gorgeous fjord.

Come back for day 7 to see if we make it back down again!

➡️ I put together a detailed guide with what you need to hike Trolltunga with a toddler. Comment ‘TROLLTUNGA GUIDE’ and I’ll DM it to you!

Did you know you can ride the toboggan down from the Great Wall of China? 🇨🇳

This was one of the most fun moments from our trip to China last year - if you are visiting the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, make sure you give this a go!

And you’re allowed to take kids!

Did you know you can ride the toboggan down from the Great Wall of China? 🇨🇳

This was one of the most fun moments from our trip to China last year - if you are visiting the Mutianyu section of the Great Wall, make sure you give this a go!

And you’re allowed to take kids!

Did you know about this cable car inside the mountain? 🗻

This is day 5 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today the wind had died down so we were finally able to get up to Gaustatoppen!

The peak is 1800 metres high and you can either hike to the top (about a 4-hour hike) or take @gaustabanen - a cable car that goes up through the inside of the mountain!

It was built after the Second World War as Gaustatoppen was chosen by the Norwegian Armed Forces as the location for a secret communication system, and it takes about 15 minutes to get to the top.

The views at the top were gorgeous - and you can actually see a 6th of the entire country from up here!

➡️ Make sure to come back for day 6 when we attempt a 13-hour hike to Trolltunga…

Did you know about this cable car inside the mountain? 🗻

This is day 5 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today the wind had died down so we were finally able to get up to Gaustatoppen!

The peak is 1800 metres high and you can either hike to the top (about a 4-hour hike) or take @gaustabanen - a cable car that goes up through the inside of the mountain!

It was built after the Second World War as Gaustatoppen was chosen by the Norwegian Armed Forces as the location for a secret communication system, and it takes about 15 minutes to get to the top.

The views at the top were gorgeous - and you can actually see a 6th of the entire country from up here!

➡️ Make sure to come back for day 6 when we attempt a 13-hour hike to Trolltunga…

My husband rolled his ankle and got lost on our hike 🤦‍♀️

Welcome to day 4 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today we’re exploring the mountains around Gausta in beautiful Telemark!

Our initial plan was to hike up to Gaustatoppen, but as the winds were really strong, we decided to instead do an easier and more sheltered hike called Ørnenipa.

This was an absolutely stunning hike through the mountains, it wasn’t very steep and took around 3-4 hours to complete.

We finished the day with incredible floating saunas on the lake Kvitåvatn at @gaustablikkfjellresort - this was honestly such a highlight, and the perfect way to end the day! Not a toddler-friendly activity but there was a playground right next to the resort if wanted to take it in turns.

But what happened to my husband?

He rolled his ankle at the start of the hike and then got lost trying to find his way back to the car… after a while, a friendly Norwegian man found him, walked him to his house and taped up his ankle for him. He then drove him back to our car so my husband could get back to our cabin.

He was ok but had to stay home and rest up with our toddler while the rest of us went to the sauna 🤕

Come back for day 5 when we a cable car up through the inside of a mountain to Gaustatoppen 🗻

My husband rolled his ankle and got lost on our hike 🤦‍♀️

Welcome to day 4 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today we’re exploring the mountains around Gausta in beautiful Telemark!

Our initial plan was to hike up to Gaustatoppen, but as the winds were really strong, we decided to instead do an easier and more sheltered hike called Ørnenipa.

This was an absolutely stunning hike through the mountains, it wasn’t very steep and took around 3-4 hours to complete.

We finished the day with incredible floating saunas on the lake Kvitåvatn at @gaustablikkfjellresort - this was honestly such a highlight, and the perfect way to end the day! Not a toddler-friendly activity but there was a playground right next to the resort if wanted to take it in turns.

But what happened to my husband?

He rolled his ankle at the start of the hike and then got lost trying to find his way back to the car… after a while, a friendly Norwegian man found him, walked him to his house and taped up his ankle for him. He then drove him back to our car so my husband could get back to our cabin.

He was ok but had to stay home and rest up with our toddler while the rest of us went to the sauna 🤕

Come back for day 5 when we a cable car up through the inside of a mountain to Gaustatoppen 🗻

My husband rolled his ankle and got lost on our hike 🤦‍♀️

Welcome to day 4 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today we’re exploring the mountains around Gausta.

The winds were really strong today so we decided to give Gaustatoppen a miss and instead do an easier hike called Ørnenipa.

This was honestly such a gorgeous hike through the mountains, it wasn’t very steep and took around 3-4 hours to complete.

We finished the day with incredible floating saunas on the lake Kvitåvatn at Gaustablikk Mountain Resort - this was honestly such a highlight, and the perfect way to end the day!

But what happened to my husband?

He rolled his ankle at the start of the hike and then got lost trying to find his way back to the car… after a while, a friendly Norwegian guy found him, walked him to his house and taped up his ankle for him. He then drove him back to our car so my husband could get back to our cabin.

He was ok but had to stay home and rest up while the rest of us went to the sauna!

Come back for day 5 when we a cable car up through the inside of a mountain!

My husband rolled his ankle and got lost on our hike 🤦‍♀️

Welcome to day 4 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today we’re exploring the mountains around Gausta.

The winds were really strong today so we decided to give Gaustatoppen a miss and instead do an easier hike called Ørnenipa.

This was honestly such a gorgeous hike through the mountains, it wasn’t very steep and took around 3-4 hours to complete.

We finished the day with incredible floating saunas on the lake Kvitåvatn at Gaustablikk Mountain Resort - this was honestly such a highlight, and the perfect way to end the day!

But what happened to my husband?

He rolled his ankle at the start of the hike and then got lost trying to find his way back to the car… after a while, a friendly Norwegian guy found him, walked him to his house and taped up his ankle for him. He then drove him back to our car so my husband could get back to our cabin.

He was ok but had to stay home and rest up while the rest of us went to the sauna!

Come back for day 5 when we a cable car up through the inside of a mountain!

Have you heard of midnight sun before? ☀️

This day 3 of exploring Norway with a toddler, and today we’re leaving Oslo behind headed for Gaustatoppen! 🏔️

We started off our day by exploring the Oslo Opera House @operaen_ , and our daughter loved being able to freely run around and climb all the way up to the roof! We also managed to catch a glimpse of Oslo Pride before hitting the road.

The drive to Gausta was absolutely beautiful, past thick forests and open fjords, and we arrived at our cabin just before dinner.

We ended our day with a midnight walk and the sun still hadn’t fully set!

Make sure to come back for day 4 to hear how Andy rolled his ankle and got lost in the mountains… 🤦‍♀️

Have you heard of midnight sun before? ☀️

This day 3 of exploring Norway with a toddler, and today we’re leaving Oslo behind headed for Gaustatoppen! 🏔️

We started off our day by exploring the Oslo Opera House @operaen_ , and our daughter loved being able to freely run around and climb all the way up to the roof! We also managed to catch a glimpse of Oslo Pride before hitting the road.

The drive to Gausta was absolutely beautiful, past thick forests and open fjords, and we arrived at our cabin just before dinner.

We ended our day with a midnight walk and the sun still hadn’t fully set!

Make sure to come back for day 4 to hear how Andy rolled his ankle and got lost in the mountains… 🤦‍♀️

Did you know you can ride the toboggan down from the Great Wall of China?

#greatwallofchina #tobogganride #toddlertravel #toddlertraveller #chinawithkids

Did you know you can ride the toboggan down from the Great Wall of China?

#greatwallofchina #tobogganride #toddlertravel #toddlertraveller #chinawithkids

This toddler-friendly hike has some of the best views of Oslo! ✨

This is day 2 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today we’re seeing what Oslo has to offer.

It was a hot day so we wanted to make the most of the outdoors, visiting places like Vigeland Park with the impressive Gustav Vigeland sculptures (our daughter loved this park!). We also went to the trendy area Grüneløkka which has lots of good food spots, quirky shops and even a waterfall 💦

But today’s highlight was hiking up to Vettakollen for some amazing views of the city and the Oslofjord! 😍

To get here get the metro number 5 to Sognsvann, and from there it’s about a 1-1,5hr round trip to the top. The hike is easy and mainly flat, apart from the final bit of the hike which is a bit of an incline.

It’s a great spot to add to your Oslo itinerary, especially if you’re here in a nice day ☀️

➡️ Make sure to follow along for more tips on what to do in Norway with young kids!

This toddler-friendly hike has some of the best views of Oslo! ✨

This is day 2 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today we’re seeing what Oslo has to offer.

It was a hot day so we wanted to make the most of the outdoors, visiting places like Vigeland Park with the impressive Gustav Vigeland sculptures (our daughter loved this park!). We also went to the trendy area Grüneløkka which has lots of good food spots, quirky shops and even a waterfall 💦

But today’s highlight was hiking up to Vettakollen for some amazing views of the city and the Oslofjord! 😍

To get here get the metro number 5 to Sognsvann, and from there it’s about a 1-1,5hr round trip to the top. The hike is easy and mainly flat, apart from the final bit of the hike which is a bit of an incline.

It’s a great spot to add to your Oslo itinerary, especially if you’re here in a nice day ☀️

➡️ Make sure to follow along for more tips on what to do in Norway with young kids!

This toddler-friendly hike has some of the best views of Oslo! ✨

This is day 2 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today we’re seeing what Oslo has to offer!

It was a hot day so we wanted to make the most of the outdoors, visiting places like Vigeland Park with the impressive Gustav Vigeland sculptures (our daughter loved this park!).

We also went to the trendy area Grüneløkka which has lots of good food spots, quirky shops and even a waterfall!

By today’s highlight was hiking up to Vettakollen for some amazing views of the city and the fjord.

To get here get the metro number 5 to Sognsvann, and from there it’s about a 1-1,5hr round trip to the top. The hike is easy and mainly flat, apart from the final bit of the hike which is a bit of an incline.

It’s a great spot to add to your Oslo itinerary, especially if you’re here on a nice day!

➡️ Make sure to follow along for more tips on what to do in Norway with young kids!

This toddler-friendly hike has some of the best views of Oslo! ✨

This is day 2 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today we’re seeing what Oslo has to offer!

It was a hot day so we wanted to make the most of the outdoors, visiting places like Vigeland Park with the impressive Gustav Vigeland sculptures (our daughter loved this park!).

We also went to the trendy area Grüneløkka which has lots of good food spots, quirky shops and even a waterfall!

By today’s highlight was hiking up to Vettakollen for some amazing views of the city and the fjord.

To get here get the metro number 5 to Sognsvann, and from there it’s about a 1-1,5hr round trip to the top. The hike is easy and mainly flat, apart from the final bit of the hike which is a bit of an incline.

It’s a great spot to add to your Oslo itinerary, especially if you’re here on a nice day!

➡️ Make sure to follow along for more tips on what to do in Norway with young kids!

This toddler-friendly hike has some of the best views of Oslo! ✨

This is day 2 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today we’re seeing what Oslo has to offer!

It was a hot day so we wanted to make the most of the outdoors, visiting places like Vigeland Park with the impressive Gustav Vigeland sculptures (our daughter loved this park!).

We also went to the trendy area Grüneløkka which has lots of good food spots, quirky shops and even a waterfall!

By today’s highlight was hiking up to Vettakollen for some amazing views of the city and the fjord.

To get here get the metro number 5 to Sognsvann, and from there it’s about a 1-1,5hr round trip to the top. The hike is easy and mainly flat, apart from the final bit of the hike which is a bit of an incline.

It’s a great spot to add to your Oslo itinerary, especially if you’re here on a nice day!

➡️ Make sure to follow along for more tips on what to do in Norway with young kids!

This toddler-friendly hike has some of the best views of Oslo! ✨

This is day 2 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today we’re seeing what Oslo has to offer!

It was a hot day so we wanted to make the most of the outdoors, visiting places like Vigeland Park with the impressive Gustav Vigeland sculptures (our daughter loved this park!).

We also went to the trendy area Grüneløkka which has lots of good food spots, quirky shops and even a waterfall!

By today’s highlight was hiking up to Vettakollen for some amazing views of the city and the fjord.

To get here get the metro number 5 to Sognsvann, and from there it’s about a 1-1,5hr round trip to the top. The hike is easy and mainly flat, apart from the final bit of the hike which is a bit of an incline.

It’s a great spot to add to your Oslo itinerary, especially if you’re here on a nice day!

➡️ Make sure to follow along for more tips on what to do in Norway with young kids!

This toddler-friendly hike has some of the best views of Oslo! ✨

This is day 2 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today we’re seeing what Oslo has to offer!

It was a hot day so we wanted to make the most of the outdoors, visiting places like Vigeland Park with the impressive Gustav Vigeland sculptures (our daughter loved this park!).

We also went to the trendy area Grüneløkka which has lots of good food spots, quirky shops and even a waterfall!

By today’s highlight was hiking up to Vettakollen for some amazing views of the city and the fjord.

To get here get the metro number 5 to Sognsvann, and from there it’s about a 1-1,5hr round trip to the top. The hike is easy and mainly flat, apart from the final bit of the hike which is a bit of an incline.

It’s a great spot to add to your Oslo itinerary, especially if you’re here in a nice day!

➡️ Make sure to follow along for more tips on what to do in Norway with young kids!

This toddler-friendly hike has some of the best views of Oslo! ✨

This is day 2 of exploring Norway with a toddler and today we’re seeing what Oslo has to offer!

It was a hot day so we wanted to make the most of the outdoors, visiting places like Vigeland Park with the impressive Gustav Vigeland sculptures (our daughter loved this park!).

We also went to the trendy area Grüneløkka which has lots of good food spots, quirky shops and even a waterfall!

By today’s highlight was hiking up to Vettakollen for some amazing views of the city and the fjord.

To get here get the metro number 5 to Sognsvann, and from there it’s about a 1-1,5hr round trip to the top. The hike is easy and mainly flat, apart from the final bit of the hike which is a bit of an incline.

It’s a great spot to add to your Oslo itinerary, especially if you’re here in a nice day!

➡️ Make sure to follow along for more tips on what to do in Norway with young kids!

⬇️ This cave is just 30 mins away from Oslo!

Welcome to Day 1 of exploring Norway with a toddler. We’re starting off just outside of Oslo, where we staying out on the peninsula Nesodden.

To get here, get the ferry 602 from Aker Brygge in central Oslo to Nesoddtangen, which only takes 20 mins. There are also several bus routes that take you to different parts of the peninsula.

Nesodden is full of great swim spots and beautiful nature, perfect for picking wild berries and evening swims 🫐

But the coolest thing we found, was a cave called Spro Gruve.

The cave is an old stone mine full of a shiny mineral called Muscovite which makes the cave shimmer in the sunlight. The mineral has also spread to the nearby beach, which has been nicknamed ‘Diamond Beach’ 💎

It’s the perfect day trip from Oslo if you’re looking to do something a bit different!

➡️ Make sure to follow along for more tips on what to do in Norway with young kids!

⬇️ This cave is just 30 mins away from Oslo!

Welcome to Day 1 of exploring Norway with a toddler. We’re starting off just outside of Oslo, where we staying out on the peninsula Nesodden.

To get here, get the ferry 602 from Aker Brygge in central Oslo to Nesoddtangen, which only takes 20 mins. There are also several bus routes that take you to different parts of the peninsula.

Nesodden is full of great swim spots and beautiful nature, perfect for picking wild berries and evening swims 🫐

But the coolest thing we found, was a cave called Spro Gruve.

The cave is an old stone mine full of a shiny mineral called Muscovite which makes the cave shimmer in the sunlight. The mineral has also spread to the nearby beach, which has been nicknamed ‘Diamond Beach’ 💎

It’s the perfect day trip from Oslo if you’re looking to do something a bit different!

➡️ Make sure to follow along for more tips on what to do in Norway with young kids!

We hiked 13 hours with our toddler for this! 👆

Was it hard? Oh hell yes. Was it worth it? Absolutely!

📍Trolltunga, Norway

We decided to camp at the top to break up the hike, and also avoid the masses of tourists. When we arrived at the top at 8pm there was no one else there so we got the place all to ourselves!

We set camp five minutes away next to the fjord and it was such a magical experience. When we came back to Trolltunga at 9am the next morning, it was already really crowded, so I feel so lucky to have been able to experience this place completely empty!

We hiked 13 hours with our toddler for this! 👆

Was it hard? Oh hell yes. Was it worth it? Absolutely!

📍Trolltunga, Norway

We decided to camp at the top to break up the hike, and also avoid the masses of tourists. When we arrived at the top at 8pm there was no one else there so we got the place all to ourselves!

We set camp five minutes away next to the fjord and it was such a magical experience. When we came back to Trolltunga at 9am the next morning, it was already really crowded, so I feel so lucky to have been able to experience this place completely empty!

“Det finns inget dåligt väder, bara dåliga kläder”

Summer in Scandinavia is all about nature and the outdoors, and as the weather is unpredictable, you need clothing for every possible scenario ☀️🌧️

On our recent trip to Sweden and Norway, we geared up with the @regattaoutdoors Holiday Shop collection. It had everything we needed for our trip - from hiking boots, waterproof jackets and warm layers for our hiking adventures, to swimwear and summer outfits for warm summer days on the seaside.

Their summer sale is now on with discounts of up to 60% on selected items - check out link in bio or comment REGATTA to get the link straight into your DMs!

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“Det finns inget dåligt väder, bara dåliga kläder”

Summer in Scandinavia is all about nature and the outdoors, and as the weather is unpredictable, you need clothing for every possible scenario ☀️🌧️

On our recent trip to Sweden and Norway, we geared up with the @regattaoutdoors Holiday Shop collection. It had everything we needed for our trip - from hiking boots, waterproof jackets and warm layers for our hiking adventures, to swimwear and summer outfits for warm summer days on the seaside.

Their summer sale is now on with discounts of up to 60% on selected items - check out link in bio or comment REGATTA to get the link straight into your DMs!

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💛 How I carry my toddler comfortably on trips!

We are often out and about - whether it’s holidays abroad, navigating busy airports or just going for a woodland walk near our hometown.

Although our 2.5yo daughter likes walking by herself, she gets tired quickly and so we needed something to help carry her comfortably for those moments.

That’s when we found the @izmibaby Breeze Adventure Carrier. It’s lightweight, breathable and best of all, it’s super comfortable for both us and our daughter!

We’ve used it for everything from longer hikes to city sightseeing, and since our daughter still naps in the day, it’s perfect for when you want to explore a full day without a pram. ⛰️

➡️Use the code TTD10 for 10% off your order!

Link in bio or comment ADVENTURE to get the link straight into your DMs ✨

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💛 How I carry my toddler comfortably on trips!

We are often out and about - whether it’s holidays abroad, navigating busy airports or just going for a woodland walk near our hometown.

Although our 2.5yo daughter likes walking by herself, she gets tired quickly and so we needed something to help carry her comfortably for those moments.

That’s when we found the @izmibaby Breeze Adventure Carrier. It’s lightweight, breathable and best of all, it’s super comfortable for both us and our daughter!

We’ve used it for everything from longer hikes to city sightseeing, and since our daughter still naps in the day, it’s perfect for when you want to explore a full day without a pram. ⛰️

➡️Use the code TTD10 for 10% off your order!

Link in bio or comment ADVENTURE to get the link straight into your DMs ✨

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DAY 30

One of our most enchanting trips last year was our Transylvania road trip, starting in Sebes and finishing in the Romanian capital Bucharest.

It was something straight out of a fairytale (half expected to see dragons fly overhead and knights in shining armour ride past us) - our toddler absolutely loved it and it was one of the most budget-friendly holidays we’ve done in Europe.

Some of our highlights from the trip include:

🐻 Bear spotting in the Fagarasan mountains
⛰️ Driving the iconic Transfagarasan Highway
🏰 Exploring mediaeval castles & villages
💃🏼 Romanian folk dancing
🛁 Hot tub under the stars
🍷 Sampling local delicious wine

If Romania isn’t yet on your list, this is your sign! For the full travel guide, comment ROMANIA to get it straight into your DMs!

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DAY 30

One of our most enchanting trips last year was our Transylvania road trip, starting in Sebes and finishing in the Romanian capital Bucharest.

It was something straight out of a fairytale (half expected to see dragons fly overhead and knights in shining armour ride past us) - our toddler absolutely loved it and it was one of the most budget-friendly holidays we’ve done in Europe.

Some of our highlights from the trip include:

🐻 Bear spotting in the Fagarasan mountains
⛰️ Driving the iconic Transfagarasan Highway
🏰 Exploring mediaeval castles & villages
💃🏼 Romanian folk dancing
🛁 Hot tub under the stars
🍷 Sampling local delicious wine

If Romania isn’t yet on your list, this is your sign! For the full travel guide, comment ROMANIA to get it straight into your DMs!

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DAY 29

👇🏼Don’t skip this if you’re going to the Algarve this summer!

The beaches in the south of Portugal are undeniably beautiful, but did you know the Algarve is also home to great hiking trails?

This boardwalk in the mountains is a great option if you want a break from the beach. It’s perfectly family-friendly with steps all the way down and a rope bridge at the bottom.

📍Passadiços do Barranco do Demo

From here you’re also really close to Fóia, the highest point in the Algarve!

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DAY 29

👇🏼Don’t skip this if you’re going to the Algarve this summer!

The beaches in the south of Portugal are undeniably beautiful, but did you know the Algarve is also home to great hiking trails?

This boardwalk in the mountains is a great option if you want a break from the beach. It’s perfectly family-friendly with steps all the way down and a rope bridge at the bottom.

📍Passadiços do Barranco do Demo

From here you’re also really close to Fóia, the highest point in the Algarve!

Want more tips on what to do and see in the Algarve? Comment ALGARVE for my full travel guide!

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DAY 28

Dreaming back to all the amazing food we had in Morocco ❤️

Moroccan food is so fragrant and rich in flavour - we loved trying everything the country had to offer - from flavourful tagines, to freshly caught seafood and incredible street food (our toddler was a big fan too as you can see from all the hand grabbing! 😂)

As a pescetarian family (we eat only vegetarian+fish and seafood), I always do a bit of research before going anywhere as some cuisines are very meat heavy, and so I put together a map of my favourite eateries in Marrakech (all vegetarian friendly!)

Planning a trip to Marrakech soon? Comment “Marrakech food” and I’ll DM you my food map! 🍽️✨

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DAY 28

Dreaming back to all the amazing food we had in Morocco ❤️

Moroccan food is so fragrant and rich in flavour - we loved trying everything the country had to offer - from flavourful tagines, to freshly caught seafood and incredible street food (our toddler was a big fan too as you can see from all the hand grabbing! 😂)

As a pescetarian family (we eat only vegetarian+fish and seafood), I always do a bit of research before going anywhere as some cuisines are very meat heavy, and so I put together a map of my favourite eateries in Marrakech (all vegetarian friendly!)

Planning a trip to Marrakech soon? Comment “Marrakech food” and I’ll DM you my food map! 🍽️✨

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DAY 27

I put together my top 10 favourite things to do with a toddler in Gothenburg, Sweden.

Having grown up in Gothenburg, we go there 3-4 times a year on average and I can honestly say it’s one of the most beautiful (and toddler-friendly!) places I know.

⛴️ Take the ferry out to the islands in the archipelago
🏘️ Stroll through old town Haga
🎢 Enjoy the thrills at @liseberg amusement park
🖼️ Visit the museums
🐾 Check out the free zoo
🌲 Go mushroom-picking in the woods
☕️ And of course, no visit is complete without a ‘fika’ (& a cinnamon bun or two!)

Want to check out the full blog post? Comment ‘GOTHENBURG’ and I’ll DM it to you 🥰

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DAY 27

I put together my top 10 favourite things to do with a toddler in Gothenburg, Sweden.

Having grown up in Gothenburg, we go there 3-4 times a year on average and I can honestly say it’s one of the most beautiful (and toddler-friendly!) places I know.

⛴️ Take the ferry out to the islands in the archipelago
🏘️ Stroll through old town Haga
🎢 Enjoy the thrills at @liseberg amusement park
🖼️ Visit the museums
🐾 Check out the free zoo
🌲 Go mushroom-picking in the woods
☕️ And of course, no visit is complete without a ‘fika’ (& a cinnamon bun or two!)

Want to check out the full blog post? Comment ‘GOTHENBURG’ and I’ll DM it to you 🥰

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DAY 26

Beijing was truly an incredible trip, and a place I would 100% recommend visiting if you get the chance, but there are a few things to bear in mind if you are going.

A few things I was prepared for, like the internet firewalls blocking western apps, but others took me a bit by surprise, like how hardly anyone spoke even a word of English.

The thing I found most challenging though was how everywhere we went, people would take photos of my daughter without asking for permission.

We had to constantly shield her and even ask people to delete photos they’d taken. I know there probably wasn’t any malicious intent, and I didn’t mind people asking, but it made me feel uneasy and like I always had to watch for cameras and phones pointing in our direction.

That aside, it was a really special trip and a truly beautiful place. And having two Mandarin speakers in the group definitely helped!

If you want to know more about our time visiting Beijing, comment BEIJING for my full travel guide!

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DAY 26

Beijing was truly an incredible trip, and a place I would 100% recommend visiting if you get the chance, but there are a few things to bear in mind if you are going.

A few things I was prepared for, like the internet firewalls blocking western apps, but others took me a bit by surprise, like how hardly anyone spoke even a word of English.

The thing I found most challenging though was how everywhere we went, people would take photos of my daughter without asking for permission.

We had to constantly shield her and even ask people to delete photos they’d taken. I know there probably wasn’t any malicious intent, and I didn’t mind people asking, but it made me feel uneasy and like I always had to watch for cameras and phones pointing in our direction.

That aside, it was a really special trip and a truly beautiful place. And having two Mandarin speakers in the group definitely helped!

If you want to know more about our time visiting Beijing, comment BEIJING for my full travel guide!

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DAY 25

Planning a trip to Croatia? Don’t skip this beach!

This is one of our all time favourite beaches from our trip to Croatia and Montenegro ❤️it’s located really near Dubrovnik airport, close to the Montenegro border.

📍Pasjaca Beach, Croatia

It’s a bit of a trek to get to so ditch the pram if you’re travelling with kids. It’s really secluded and there were hardly anyone there when we went!

Visiting Croatia/Montenegro and want tips on what to do? Comment CROATIA and I’ll DM you my full 7-day itinerary!

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DAY 25

Planning a trip to Croatia? Don’t skip this beach!

This is one of our all time favourite beaches from our trip to Croatia and Montenegro ❤️it’s located really near Dubrovnik airport, close to the Montenegro border.

📍Pasjaca Beach, Croatia

It’s a bit of a trek to get to so ditch the pram if you’re travelling with kids. It’s really secluded and there were hardly anyone there when we went!

Visiting Croatia/Montenegro and want tips on what to do? Comment CROATIA and I’ll DM you my full 7-day itinerary!

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DAY 24

The perfect road trip itinerary for Albania with a toddler! 🇦🇱

We spent 1 week travelling around the country with our 2-year-old toddler, exploring breathtaking mountain roads, crystal-clear waters, quaint Ottoman villages, rich history, delicious food, and much more.

This the perfect loop for a road trip around the southern part of Albania:

⭐️ Tirana
⭐️ Berat
⭐️ Osumi Canyon & Bogovë Waterfall
⭐️ Apollonia
⭐️ Gjirokastër
⭐️ Blue Eye
⭐️ Ksamil
⭐️ Sarandë
⭐️ Porto Palermo Beach
⭐️ Himarë
⭐️ Dhermi Beach

Want the full travel guide? Comment ALBANIA and get it straight into your DM’s!

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DAY 24

The perfect road trip itinerary for Albania with a toddler! 🇦🇱

We spent 1 week travelling around the country with our 2-year-old toddler, exploring breathtaking mountain roads, crystal-clear waters, quaint Ottoman villages, rich history, delicious food, and much more.

This the perfect loop for a road trip around the southern part of Albania:

⭐️ Tirana
⭐️ Berat
⭐️ Osumi Canyon & Bogovë Waterfall
⭐️ Apollonia
⭐️ Gjirokastër
⭐️ Blue Eye
⭐️ Ksamil
⭐️ Sarandë
⭐️ Porto Palermo Beach
⭐️ Himarë
⭐️ Dhermi Beach

Want the full travel guide? Comment ALBANIA and get it straight into your DM’s!

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DAY 23

Is this England’s most beautiful beach? 🏖️

Sometimes when you travel a lot you forget how much natural beauty there is in your own backyard (I know I’m definitely guilty of that!)

I’ve been to this place a few times and it never ceases to amaze me 😍

📍Durdle Door, Dorset

What’s your favourite spot in the UK? Drop it in the comments!

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DAY 23

Is this England’s most beautiful beach? 🏖️

Sometimes when you travel a lot you forget how much natural beauty there is in your own backyard (I know I’m definitely guilty of that!)

I’ve been to this place a few times and it never ceases to amaze me 😍

📍Durdle Door, Dorset

What’s your favourite spot in the UK? Drop it in the comments!

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DAY 22

We loved travelling around Morocco with our 2-year-old toddler - from the colourful souks, to camel rides in the desert, snow-capped mountains, lush palm tree oases and crystal clear beaches… 🌴

It truly is an incredibly diverse country - and you don’t need to spend ages driving to get to places!

This is our toddler-friendly 7-day travel itinerary which lets you experience a mix of what the country has to offer (no drive was longer than 3.5 hours one way!)

⭐️ Day 1-2: Marrakech
⭐️ Day 3: Atlas Mountains
⭐️ Day 4: Agafay Desert
⭐️ Day 5: Taghazout
⭐️ Day 6: Paradise Valley
⭐️ Day 7: Taghazout & Tamraght Beach

Want to steal the full travel guide, including our daily budget? Comment ‘MOROCCO’ and I’ll DM it to you! 🥰

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DAY 22

We loved travelling around Morocco with our 2-year-old toddler - from the colourful souks, to camel rides in the desert, snow-capped mountains, lush palm tree oases and crystal clear beaches… 🌴

It truly is an incredibly diverse country - and you don’t need to spend ages driving to get to places!

This is our toddler-friendly 7-day travel itinerary which lets you experience a mix of what the country has to offer (no drive was longer than 3.5 hours one way!)

⭐️ Day 1-2: Marrakech
⭐️ Day 3: Atlas Mountains
⭐️ Day 4: Agafay Desert
⭐️ Day 5: Taghazout
⭐️ Day 6: Paradise Valley
⭐️ Day 7: Taghazout & Tamraght Beach

Want to steal the full travel guide, including our daily budget? Comment ‘MOROCCO’ and I’ll DM it to you! 🥰

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DAY 21

This fairytale road trip was one of our most unexpected trips last year! The landscape was incredible, the wine was delicious and we saw things like wild bears, mediaeval castles and Saxon villages.

📍Transylvania, Romania

We started our road trip in Sebes, then drove all the way through Transylvania past places like Sibiu, Fagarasan and Braşov, before ending our trip in the Romanian capital of Bucharest.

Apart from being a stunning place, it was also super kid-friendly and affordable!

If Romania isn’t yet on your list, this is your sign! For the full travel guide, comment ROMANIA to get it straight into your DMs!

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DAY 21

This fairytale road trip was one of our most unexpected trips last year! The landscape was incredible, the wine was delicious and we saw things like wild bears, mediaeval castles and Saxon villages.

📍Transylvania, Romania

We started our road trip in Sebes, then drove all the way through Transylvania past places like Sibiu, Fagarasan and Braşov, before ending our trip in the Romanian capital of Bucharest.

Apart from being a stunning place, it was also super kid-friendly and affordable!

If Romania isn’t yet on your list, this is your sign! For the full travel guide, comment ROMANIA to get it straight into your DMs!

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DAY 20

Have you heard of this waterfall in Albania? 🇦🇱

This little gem was one of our highlights from our Albania road trip last year (though the water was very cold, as you can see 😅 - too cold for my daughter to have a swim but she did dip her toes in the shallow bits!)

📍 Bogovë Waterfall, Albania

This place is less than an hour’s drive from Berat, followed by a short walk to get to the waterfall.

And if you go here, make sure to continue along the river into the beautiful Osumi Canyon!

➡️ Want inspiration for your upcoming Albania trip? Comment ALBANIA and I’ll DM you my 7-day travel guide!

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DAY 20

Have you heard of this waterfall in Albania? 🇦🇱

This little gem was one of our highlights from our Albania road trip last year (though the water was very cold, as you can see 😅 - too cold for my daughter to have a swim but she did dip her toes in the shallow bits!)

📍 Bogovë Waterfall, Albania

This place is less than an hour’s drive from Berat, followed by a short walk to get to the waterfall.

And if you go here, make sure to continue along the river into the beautiful Osumi Canyon!

➡️ Want inspiration for your upcoming Albania trip? Comment ALBANIA and I’ll DM you my 7-day travel guide!

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DAY 19

We took our 2.5-year-old to see one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World - the Iguazu Falls. And was it worth it? Absolutely.

Straddling the border between Argentina and Brazil, the Iguazu Falls is the largest system of waterfalls in the world and it’s just one of those places you need to experience at least once in your life!

You can view the falls from both the Argentinian and Brazilian side, and there are also plenty of activities on both sides to keep you entertained for a good few days, like helicopter & boat rides, water parks, a bird park and more.

If the Iguazu Falls isn’t already on your list, this is your sign!

And if you are planning a visit and don’t have time to see both sides, you can check out our blog post comparing the two sides. Just comment ‘IGUAZU’ to get it straight into your DMs ✨

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DAY 19

We took our 2.5-year-old to see one of the 7 Natural Wonders of the World - the Iguazu Falls. And was it worth it? Absolutely.

Straddling the border between Argentina and Brazil, the Iguazu Falls is the largest system of waterfalls in the world and it’s just one of those places you need to experience at least once in your life!

You can view the falls from both the Argentinian and Brazilian side, and there are also plenty of activities on both sides to keep you entertained for a good few days, like helicopter & boat rides, water parks, a bird park and more.

If the Iguazu Falls isn’t already on your list, this is your sign!

And if you are planning a visit and don’t have time to see both sides, you can check out our blog post comparing the two sides. Just comment ‘IGUAZU’ to get it straight into your DMs ✨

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DAY 18 - Midsummer

Some snaps from Midsummer’s Eve the other day 🌸

We spent the day celebrating the summer solstice on the island Styrsö in the Gothenburg archipelago. It was a beautiful day with maypole dancing, langoustines, flower crowns, strawberries, evening swims and precious time with friends and family.

This year, we had some friends from England join us for the first time so it was even more special introducing them to the joyous (and sometimes a little crazy) celebrations (there’s the dance when you pretend to be little frogs…) 🐸

If you want to know more about Swedish midsummer, comment MIDSUMMER and I’ll DM you my blog post explaining why and how it’s celebrated!

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DAY 18 - Midsummer

Some snaps from Midsummer’s Eve the other day 🌸

We spent the day celebrating the summer solstice on the island Styrsö in the Gothenburg archipelago. It was a beautiful day with maypole dancing, langoustines, flower crowns, strawberries, evening swims and precious time with friends and family.

This year, we had some friends from England join us for the first time so it was even more special introducing them to the joyous (and sometimes a little crazy) celebrations (there’s the dance when you pretend to be little frogs…) 🐸

If you want to know more about Swedish midsummer, comment MIDSUMMER and I’ll DM you my blog post explaining why and how it’s celebrated!

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DAY 17 - Algarve

Visiting the Algarve with young children? We spent a week exploring what the southern coast of Portugal has to offer and it did not disappoint! 😍

I put together a list of our favourite toddler-friendly places to visit, including:

🌊 Beaches like Marinha & Praia Dona Ana
🏝️ Armona Island
🏰 Silves
🪜 Passadiços do Barranco do Demo
🐬 Benagil Cave & Dolphin tour
🪨Ponta da Piedade

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DAY 17 - Algarve

Visiting the Algarve with young children? We spent a week exploring what the southern coast of Portugal has to offer and it did not disappoint! 😍

I put together a list of our favourite toddler-friendly places to visit, including:

🌊 Beaches like Marinha & Praia Dona Ana
🏝️ Armona Island
🏰 Silves
🪜 Passadiços do Barranco do Demo
🐬 Benagil Cave & Dolphin tour
🪨Ponta da Piedade

Want to read the full guide? Comment ‘ALGARVE’ to get it straight into your DMs!

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DAY 16 - Morocco

Don’t get me wrong - Marrakech is an incredible city and there is plenty to do here - but did you know that these three places are all doable as day trips from Marrakech?

There is so much beautiful landscape surrounding the city - in the space of three days, we had skied in the mountains, ridden camels in the desert and swam in crystal clear gorges.

I would highly recommend going to at least one of these places:

⛷️ Atlas Mountains - only a couple of hours’ drive from Marrakech - have lunch in Ourika Valley and then continue up to Oukaïmeden through stunning snow-clad mountains

🐪 Agafay Desert - only 1 hour from Marrakech (it’s not the Sahara but it’s a good alternative if you’re short on time). Go for a sunset camel ride and enjoy a dinner show at one of the desert camps

🌴 Paradise Valley - you can do this from Marrakech (3hrs drive) or you could stay in Taghazout/Agadir instead. Beautiful pools of water in the red mountains

➡️ For my full Morocco travel guide, comment MOROCCO and I’ll DM it to you!

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DAY 16 - Morocco

Don’t get me wrong - Marrakech is an incredible city and there is plenty to do here - but did you know that these three places are all doable as day trips from Marrakech?

There is so much beautiful landscape surrounding the city - in the space of three days, we had skied in the mountains, ridden camels in the desert and swam in crystal clear gorges.

I would highly recommend going to at least one of these places:

⛷️ Atlas Mountains - only a couple of hours’ drive from Marrakech - have lunch in Ourika Valley and then continue up to Oukaïmeden through stunning snow-clad mountains

🐪 Agafay Desert - only 1 hour from Marrakech (it’s not the Sahara but it’s a good alternative if you’re short on time). Go for a sunset camel ride and enjoy a dinner show at one of the desert camps

🌴 Paradise Valley - you can do this from Marrakech (3hrs drive) or you could stay in Taghazout/Agadir instead. Beautiful pools of water in the red mountains

➡️ For my full Morocco travel guide, comment MOROCCO and I’ll DM it to you!

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DAY 15 - Croatia & Montenegro

Steal our itinerary for South Croatia and Montenegro ✨

Our first holiday (not counting the UK and Sweden) with our daughter when she was 9 months old - this is what made us want to continue travelling!

We spent 7 days flying in and out of Dubrovnik, exploring beaches, towns, city life and islands.

This was our itinerary (no drive was more than 2-3 hours):

Day 1 - Flying to Dubrovnik & Čilipi
Day 2 - Bay of Kotor - Kotor Old Town
Day 3 - Perast & Fort Gorazda
Day 4 - Pasjača Beach
Day 5 - Boat trip to the Elaphite Islands
Day 6 - Dubrovnik Old Town, beach Šulić & Mount Srđ
Day 7 - Lokrum Island & Eat with the locals

Want my full travel guide? Comment CROATIA and get it straight to your DMs!

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DAY 15 - Croatia & Montenegro

Steal our itinerary for South Croatia and Montenegro ✨

Our first holiday (not counting the UK and Sweden) with our daughter when she was 9 months old - this is what made us want to continue travelling!

We spent 7 days flying in and out of Dubrovnik, exploring beaches, towns, city life and islands.

This was our itinerary (no drive was more than 2-3 hours):

Day 1 - Flying to Dubrovnik & Čilipi
Day 2 - Bay of Kotor - Kotor Old Town
Day 3 - Perast & Fort Gorazda
Day 4 - Pasjača Beach
Day 5 - Boat trip to the Elaphite Islands
Day 6 - Dubrovnik Old Town, beach Šulić & Mount Srđ
Day 7 - Lokrum Island & Eat with the locals

Want my full travel guide? Comment CROATIA and get it straight to your DMs!

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DAY 14 - Albania

📍 Save this if you’re planning on visiting Albania in 2025!

Looking back at our holidays last year, our Albania road trip last October was definitely one of the highlights! 🇦🇱

We spent 1 week travelling around the country with our 2-year-old toddler, exploring breathtaking mountain roads, crystal-clear waters, quaint Ottoman villages, rich history, delicious food, and much more.

This the perfect loop for a road trip around the southern part of Albania:

⭐️ Tirana
⭐️ Berat
⭐️ Osumi Canyon & Bogovë Waterfall
⭐️ Apollonia
⭐️ Gjirokastër
⭐️ Blue Eye
⭐️ Ksamil
⭐️ Sarandë
⭐️ Porto Palermo Beach
⭐️ Himarë
⭐️ Dhermi Beach

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DAY 14 - Albania

📍 Save this if you’re planning on visiting Albania in 2025!

Looking back at our holidays last year, our Albania road trip last October was definitely one of the highlights! 🇦🇱

We spent 1 week travelling around the country with our 2-year-old toddler, exploring breathtaking mountain roads, crystal-clear waters, quaint Ottoman villages, rich history, delicious food, and much more.

This the perfect loop for a road trip around the southern part of Albania:

⭐️ Tirana
⭐️ Berat
⭐️ Osumi Canyon & Bogovë Waterfall
⭐️ Apollonia
⭐️ Gjirokastër
⭐️ Blue Eye
⭐️ Ksamil
⭐️ Sarandë
⭐️ Porto Palermo Beach
⭐️ Himarë
⭐️ Dhermi Beach

Want the full travel guide? Comment ALBANIA and get it straight into your DM’s!

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DAY 13 - Swedish Midsummer

🌸This Friday, Swedes celebrate Midsummer in honour of the summer solstice - the longest day of the year 🌸

It’s a day of dancing around the maypole, wearing floral dresses and homemade flower crowns, eating pickled herring and strawberries, swimming in the sea and lakes and spending time with friends and family (and if you pick 7 wildflowers you might even dream of your future love…) 💘

It’s my favourite Swedish holiday and we go every year with our daughter - if you haven’t already been, it is definitely one to add to your list!

I wrote a blog post about the holiday - what it is, how it’s celebrated and where the tradition originates from. If you want to learn more, comment MIDSUMMER and I’ll DM it to you!

(And don’t worry - it’s not like the horror movie Midsommar… at least not entirely 😉)

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DAY 13 - Swedish Midsummer

🌸This Friday, Swedes celebrate Midsummer in honour of the summer solstice - the longest day of the year 🌸

It’s a day of dancing around the maypole, wearing floral dresses and homemade flower crowns, eating pickled herring and strawberries, swimming in the sea and lakes and spending time with friends and family (and if you pick 7 wildflowers you might even dream of your future love…) 💘

It’s my favourite Swedish holiday and we go every year with our daughter - if you haven’t already been, it is definitely one to add to your list!

I wrote a blog post about the holiday - what it is, how it’s celebrated and where the tradition originates from. If you want to learn more, comment MIDSUMMER and I’ll DM it to you!

(And don’t worry - it’s not like the horror movie Midsommar… at least not entirely 😉)

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DAY 12 - Argentina

🇦🇷You might have heard of Patagonia, but did you know about the Salta & Jujuy regions in Northern Argentina?

This was probably the most stunning road trip we’ve ever done - the landscape just didn’t seize to amaze us!

From salt flats to cactus groves, prairie to jungle, rainbow mountains to vineyards - and everything in between 🌵

We spent 8 days in this region, doing a loop that started and finished in the city of Salta. We tried to keep the drives as short as possible for our toddler, but the landscape is so beautiful you end up stopping everywhere!

Apart from the beautiful scenery, we also saw lots of wildlife, including llamas, wild horses, foxes, tarantulas, and birdlife, and we also had some incredible food and wine (my favourite was the small empanadas called slateñas)

This should definitely go on your bucket list! 😍

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Hi 👋 I’m Minna, I’m a travel addict and toddler mum and I’m currently doing a 30-day challenge, posting daily reels and posts with my best travel itineraries, hidden gems and top tips to help you plan the perfect family holiday this summer!

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DAY 12 - Argentina

🇦🇷You might have heard of Patagonia, but did you know about the Salta & Jujuy regions in Northern Argentina?

This was probably the most stunning road trip we’ve ever done - the landscape just didn’t seize to amaze us!

From salt flats to cactus groves, prairie to jungle, rainbow mountains to vineyards - and everything in between 🌵

We spent 8 days in this region, doing a loop that started and finished in the city of Salta. We tried to keep the drives as short as possible for our toddler, but the landscape is so beautiful you end up stopping everywhere!

Apart from the beautiful scenery, we also saw lots of wildlife, including llamas, wild horses, foxes, tarantulas, and birdlife, and we also had some incredible food and wine (my favourite was the small empanadas called slateñas)

This should definitely go on your bucket list! 😍

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Hi 👋 I’m Minna, I’m a travel addict and toddler mum and I’m currently doing a 30-day challenge, posting daily reels and posts with my best travel itineraries, hidden gems and top tips to help you plan the perfect family holiday this summer!

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