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Exploring Billund: Our Lego-Filled Family Adventure

by Carol Ranas June 14, 2023
6 minutes read

Did you know that Billund is the home of the Lego Brick? Billund is the charming Danish town that’s practically synonymous with Lego! If you’re a Lego enthusiast or looking for a fun and family-friendly destination, Billund is the place to be. This post will guide you through our family …

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June 14, 2023
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Family Fun at Walibi Holland: Our Exciting Day Out and the Joy of Walibi Play!

by Carol Ranas May 1, 2023
6 minutes read

Do you like going to theme parks? Growing up, I was always fascinated with theme parks. Our family is quite big, so it is not often that we can go to a theme park because it can get quite expensive. When I have a chance to go on an adventure, …

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May 1, 2023
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Exploring Geithoorn and Camping d’Hof

by Carol Ranas June 11, 2022
7 minutes read

Summer season is near! Summer is also known as Camping season. A lot of people and families plan their road trips and camping trips across Europe during this season. Last year, we have discussed trying out camping within the Netherlands for starters, before we venture out to a full blown …

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June 11, 2022
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3 Summer Ideas for the Family in the Netherlands

by Carol Ranas May 20, 2022
4 minutes read

Summer vacation calls for activities for our hyper children. Six weeks of vacation is a bit long, and we need additional stimulation and activities for our kids this summer.  Here are some ideas you can explore this summer as you plan which activities you want your children to partake. 1. …

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May 20, 2022
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from my family to yours!

by Carol Ranas December 25, 2021
2 minutes read

 It’s Christmas time again! It is the most wonderful time of the year!  OR NOT! Depending on where you are and your state of mind, this season often comes with a lot of woes as we are not yet out of this pandemic tunnel. We’ve been in this Pandemic for …

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December 25, 2021
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Camping on a budget at Natuurcamping de Kemphaan

by Carol Ranas July 31, 2021
5 minutes read

We wanted to give camping a try first before we booked a weeklong camping somewhere far away. That is why I decided to book a campsite near Almere. Since it is our first time out, we settled on somewhere nearby. In case we forget something, we can easily drive back …

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July 31, 2021
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Playgroups Recommendation for Toddlers in Almere (and Amsterdam too!)

by Carol Ranas June 30, 2021
15 minutes read

Toddlerhood is another challenging phase for most parents. These kids have so much energy and their brain are like sponges that will soak up any information they see/hear/do. It is important to choose wisely the activities we introduce in their routines for it will slowly form their character and personality.  …

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June 30, 2021
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5 Essential Insurances you need to have in the Netherlands

by Carol Ranas February 28, 2021
8 minutes read

When we started our family, my husband and I were faced with dilemmas and future decisions. Suddenly, the thought of “YOLO” doesn’t appeal much to us. We had talked about morbid situations and what-ifs and planned for the future of our kid.  Insurances (most of them) works as “you pay …

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February 28, 2021
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One Year living in Europe

by Carol Ranas May 30, 2020
7 minutes read

If you are following me on my social media, you’ll know that my family moved to another country (again!). Our new adventure brought us to Europe, particularly in The Netherlands. We are now residing in the Netherlands for a year, and I can say that it is quite a big …

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May 30, 2020
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UPDATE: Hey, I’m still here!! ^__^

by Carol Ranas October 23, 2017
4 minutes read

My blog is not yet dead.. just hibernating as I try to re-assess how I should proceed. You see, I started my blog because I wanted to share a piece of me in the blogosphere, in case there is someone out there who can relate. I firmly believe that there’s …

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October 23, 2017
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I am a Pinay Stay-at-Home Mom, currently crafting lifestyle content that revolves around our vibrant life in Europe. Originating from the beautiful Philippines, I find myself navigating the complexity of family life in a land far from our hometown.

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