Hi! I’m Ina, mom of four children and the creator of our long-running family travel blog based in Bavaria, Germany. For years, we’ve shared tips, guides, and honest experiences for families traveling with kids — in German.
Now, we’re excited to finally offer English content, too.
Whether you’re a US Military family stationed in Hohenfels, Grafenwöhr, Vilseck, Ansbach, or Garmisch, or an international visitor planning a trip to Bavaria, Germany, Europe, or beyond — you’ll find helpful, practical guides right here.
Our goal is simple:
💛 To help families discover beautiful places, make day trips easier, and enjoy stress-free travel with kids.
Looking for family-friendly travel destinations? From Bavaria to Europe and long-haul trips, you’ll find all our guides and ideas here.
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For US Military Families in Bavaria
Many military families arrive in Germany with little information about what to do in their new home region. If you’re stationed in or near:
- USAG Bavaria – Grafenwöhr
- Hohenfels Training Area
- Vilseck / Rose Barracks
- Ansbach
- Garmisch-Partenkirchen
…you’ll find family travel tips, day trip recommendations, and easy family-friendly activities perfect for weekends, holidays, or visits from relatives.
Our guides cover:
- Family-friendly day trips under 1 hour
- Castles, lakes, playgrounds & nature spots
- Budget-friendly activities
- Rainy-day ideas
- Tips for navigating Germany with kids
-> Start here for practical Bavaria tips for families
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Family Travel in Bavaria & Germany
Bavaria is one of Europe’s best destinations for families: mountains, lakes, theme parks, medieval towns, playgrounds everywhere — and everything is close enough for short day trips.
On this page, you’ll find our English guides about:
- Best things to do in Bavaria with kids
- Day trips from Regensburg, Nuremberg, Munich, or Grafenwöhr
- Castles, lakes & nature activities
- Hidden gems and low-budget ideas
All articles are written from our real experience as a Bavarian family constantly exploring our region.
-> Start here for practical Germany tips for families
Family Travel in Europe
We love traveling beyond Germany, too!
Our blog also includes many destinations across Europe (and some outside Europe). All articles are written for parents looking for safe, practical, kid-friendly advice.
Featured destinations include:
- Italy with kids (Lake Garda, Rimini, Sardinia)
- France with kids (Paris, Disneyland Paris, Atlantic Coast, Corsica)
- Disneyland Paris with kids
- Austria
- The Balkans (Albania, Montenegro)
- Cape Verde with kids
- And more!
-> Start here for practical Europe tips for families
Every guide includes authentic experience and realistic tips for families: transportation, costs, comfort, things to avoid, and what your kids will love most.
Family Travel Worldwide
We also love traveling beyond Europe. From easy long-haul destinations to more adventurous trips, we focus on places that work well with kids and don’t feel overwhelming.
Featured destinations include:
- Cape Verde with kids
- Alternatives to Dubai with kids
- Dominican Republik with kids
- US with kids
- Thailand with kids
- And more!
Travel Tips & Flying with Kids
Traveling with kids doesn’t have to be complicated. In this section, you’ll find practical tips from our own experience – from planning your trip to making flights easier.
We focus on simple, realistic advice that actually works when traveling as a family.
→ Start here for travel tips and flying with kids:
Why We’ve Created This English Section
We noticed more and more international readers visiting our website — families searching for:
- “Things to do in Bavaria with kids”
- “Best day trips near USAG Bavaria”
- “Germany family travel tips”
- “What to do in Regensburg with children”
So we decided to build a dedicated English section to make it easier for you to explore Germany and Europe with kids — clear, practical, honest, and from a local family’s perspective.
Start Exploring
Below, you’ll find our latest English articles.
New guides are added regularly — especially for families living in Bavaria or visiting Europe for the first time.
If you ever have specific questions or need personalized tips, feel free to reach out!
Happy traveling,
Ina & Family
