7.13.2015

Weekly Summer Linky: Best Trip of my Life



Living abroad has given me the opportunity to travel way more than I could have ever imagined possible.  In the 2 years that my husband and I have lived in the UK we have traveled to over 19 different countries!  Each trip has been filled with great memories and I'm not sure I could just pick one place we've visited to call "the best trip of my life."  We still have 9 more months before heading back to California and although our travels have slowed because our little girl is due any day now, I'm sure that when I'm old I'll look back and see THIS experience as the "best trip of my life."  

So with that, the best trip of my life has been living here in the UK and the many travel opportunities I've had because of it.  Here are just a few photos of some of the places my husband and I have been during our time here. 


Sitting and enjoying the view of our local town high street.  A high street is like the primary business spot of a town.  Ours is actually a pretty good size and we go here just about every week.  It has grocery stores, clothes shops, a bakery, coffee and tea rooms, pubs etc.


London!  We live about 2 hours North of London and take the train in to just walk around every few months.  Just about every time we go we visit something new and it always makes for a nice day out.


Here we are in Munich, Germany for the REAL Oktoberfest.  This seriously was such an AMAZING experience.  Upon arrival we purchased outfits to wear to the big festival and could not believe how massive this event is!  The people were fantastic and we had so much fun singing along and making friends. 


Taking a photo break on our hike through the 5 towns of Cinque Terre, a beautiful place along the coast of the Italian Riveria. 


Uh... take me back to Rome!  Seriously this city is so beautiful and has so much to see.  It really is nicknamed "The Eternal City" for a reason.



And don't even get me talking about the clear, sandy beaches of Ibiza!  We had a lot of fun scootering from beach to beach in this city on a relaxing getaway.



Living here can get a little quiet during the holiday season so we hopped on a plane and headed to the Christmas Markets in Vienna, Austria.  While there we enjoyed a cup of mulled wine, music and holiday goodies.


Here I am looking out over the city of Bergen, Norway.  So pretty but so expensive!


In Amsterdam we enjoyed looking at and taking a boat tour through the canals which cover the whole city.  I liked this photo because it shows the canals but also shows a bike which I think is a perfect representation of the city.


Here we are standing in front of the ancient city of Ephesus.  For this trip we went on a 7 day cruise through the Eastern Mediterranean.  We were able to visit Venice, Dubrovnik, Olympia, Ephesus, and Istanbul. 

Although I am having so much fun looking back through our trip photos, I think that is enough for this post.   I can't believe I didn't even touch on all the places we've been and things we've seen!  

Seriously, I am so blessed to have this opportunity and truly believe that this will be the best trip of my life!  With that CHEERS to the memories that will last a lifetime and to all the many "best trips"  out there!


Now head on over to visit Monica from I Heart Grade 3 to check out where other bloggers have been.


15 comments:

  1. You are the cutest thing ever! Your trips look amazing! So fun!

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    1. Awww thanks Lindsey! I feel really lucky and have been having so much fun!

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  2. Wow Kel! This looks like it has been one AMAZING experience! And now you get to start a new journey with the birth of your baby girl! So happy and excited for you! You are just adorable!

    Ashley

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    1. Thanks Ashley! And I know, I am so excited for this next part of our lives. I can't wait. :)

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  3. Knowing what's coming your way (your sweet baby girl!) I am just so happy that you got to experience all those things just the 2 of you. There will be days when you are so exhausted and feeling overwhelmed but you'll have this post to remind you of the amazing adventures the 2 of you had. Best of luck in the coming days :-) Bryn

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    1. Thank you Bryn! Everyone is telling us that and I we really do feel so very lucky that we were offered the opportunity to come here. 3 years ago we were looking to buy a home, settle down and start having kids, then this suddenly popped up and we are both so grateful that we said yes. We are so happy and excited for this next chapter in our lives, but I know these last few years will always hold a special place in our hearts. Thank you so much!

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  4. What wonderful memories you have made! Experiences of a lifetime!

    And such an exciting time approaching! It takes me back to when I was expecting my daughter - I would not mind going through it all again (for the third time).

    All the best!
    Margaux
    Learningwithsunflowersmiles.blogspot.com

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    1. Thanks Margaux! We are super excited! Cant wait for her to arrive. We are now at that very anxious stage saying "come on baby." Ha-Ha

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  5. Wow! What an incredible experience you've had living abroad :) So excited for you and your new addition next month!!

    Emily

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  6. HI Kelly!

    Thanks for linking up again! You are such a lucky duck to be able to travel all over the place! That's the great thing about Europe. The countries are so close together - and yet so distinct!

    Monica

    www.iheartgrade3.com
    www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/I-Heart-Grade-3

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    1. Monica you are so awesome! I am having so much fun linking up with you and I have to say you are so great about checking out the posts by people who link up. It really is so nice! I have tried to comment on your posts but for some reason it just doesn't let me know? I think I'll e-mail you to let you know. Hope you are doing well and thanks for hosting this fun summer linky!

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  7. What amazing traveling opportunities you have had while living abroad! I am so jealous! I love that you are making the most of your time there by seeing everything you can. I would absolutely LOVE to be in Munich during Oktoberfest- a bucket list thing to do for sure!
    Kim from Elementary Antics

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    1. Thanks Kim! Oh my goodness, Oktoberfest was such a neat experience! If you ever do get the chance, I say go! You won't be disappointed. Thanks so much for stopping by to check out my page.

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  8. Wow! That is quite the adventure you are on! I would definitely agree that you will look back and say that this trip was the best trip. I did a quick two week tour of many places in Europe. I would love to go back and stay in one place longer to explore. Thanks for sharing!

    -Amy
    theyoungandtheeducated.blogspot.com

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    1. Hi Amy! Thanks so much for reading the post. Yes, I think once we leave I'll want to come back one day to travel again!

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