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Hi there! I'm Whitney- a deep rooted, small town gal unexpectedly turned expat. I'm here to help you navigate the rollercoaster of living abroad. And what a ride it is! If your adventurous spirit is ready to tackle your new life with bravery, grace, and grit...then you're in the right place! I am so glad you are here.

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90% of Slovenia photos feature the iconic, Church

90% of Slovenia photos feature the iconic, Church of the Mother of God on the Lake. Bled that is. I have those photos, too. But...
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If you’ve been, then you know. You know there is much more to the area than the island church. And while the church is astoundingly cool, boasting a working wishing bell and witnessing history crawl back to the 11th century, there is also jaw-dropping beauty surrounding the place of worship.
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The Bled Castle, better known as Blejski Grad, sits atop the chilly cliffs of the lake. Powdery fluff dusts the mountain peaks even in the height of summer.
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Lake Bled is an absolutely gorgeous spot! Typical high season brings swarms of tourists to the area and for good reason. The lake is crystal clear. The calmness provides excellent canoeing, and the flat paths lining the outside create a peaceful place for exercising. Or if road-trippin’ with littles...PACK THE SCOOTERS! A superb opportunity to wheel onwards exploring.
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At the end of the day, don’t only see the coveted tourist spots. Embrace the moment. Take a second and savor the moment. Swivel your head around to gaze behind you. The road less traveled might surprise you ✨

*upcoming blog post* all things Slovenia

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🏰 Predjama Castle 🏰 It is world f

🏰 Predjama Castle 🏰

It is world famous for a multitude of reasons. Let's check out the top six☝️🖐

1.) Over 800 years old.

2.) Known as THE cave castle, because it was intricately carved out of a majestic mountainside.

3.) Home to a massive bat colony.

4.) Boasts an impressive network of underground tunnels.

5.) Attracting brides and grooms from all corners of the globe by being rated as one of the top ten romantic castles in the world.

6.) Holds status in the Guinness Book of World Records.

If you make a stop at the Queen of the Underworld, better known as the POSTOJNA CAVES, definitely peg this fairytale castle to the itinerary. If you missed the iconic caves feature, check out my Slovenia highlights in bio ✨

Have you visited the Predjama Castle?

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Feeling depleted? Overwhelmed? Get Ready to Boo

Today, we ventured into the unknown. The mythical

Today, we ventured into the unknown. The mythical fairytale place better known as a pumpkin patch. This well-known tradition was a first for us.

The boys got to play in the dirt and use sharp objects. The husband had to carry most of our haul. And I got to take pretty pictures and socialize 😄

We learned a lot from today. And in case you are a first timer as well...learn from us. Don't roll in, sorely underprepared as we definitely were.

1.) Don't go directly after church. It's #1 for a reason! If you do, change allllll the clothes, shoes, and jackets. Nothing is safe. Mud will get stuck in crevices you never thought of. If you're local, put the kids in matchhosen and gummistiefel and call it a day 🤜🤛

I grew up in the country. I should’ve known better...sigh 😜

2.) Go early. The later you wait - the further you'll walk ⏰

3.) Bring reusable bags. Big ones. Bring all the bags 🛍

4.) Wait for a wheelbarrow. You will thank me later. You are not in THAT big of a rush ‼️‼️

5.) Go potty beforehand unless you're cool with one porta potty per 5,000 people 🚽

6.) Bring cash. Per usual in Europe, card isn't accepted 💵

7.) Take pictures but enjoy the moment! 📸

If you’ve already been, save this post of valuable tips for next year!

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During these wonky times when everything is up in

During these wonky times when everything is up in the air, there is one thing that remains constant. Jesus.

This account was created to help fellow expats find joy in life abroad. Whether you recently boarded that bird with 5,000 suitcases in tow and kissed your momma goodbye until who knows when, or you are still deep in the throws of research - EVERYTHING is constantly changing.

Especially during Covid times, nothing is concrete. Germany was doing fabulous. But with the winter winds blowing in, our numbers are creeping up. Thankfully, we are still able to attend church & the gym, and the boys have been in school full time. However, things are slowly starting to change. Work from home orders are coming in...and the rumor mill is ripe 🤦‍♀️

Surrounding European countries are approaching closures of restaurants, salons, and gyms once again. And a couple already have curfews in place. Blah.

The distractions and what-ifs are endless. I remember taking this picture and thinking how gorgeous the path was through the trees. A right went to the park. A left went to the shops and restaurants. We were trying to figure out what we wanted to do. But in that moment, the glistening trees caught my eye. The path was straight and constant. It reminded me of Jesus. His love never fails. Our distractions and what-ifs are endless in life. But hey! He will never change.

A great reminder today and every day ✨

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The Largest 🎃 Festival in the World- LUDWIGSBUR

The Largest 🎃 Festival in the World- LUDWIGSBURG, GERMANY.

If you've never been, I highly recommend! Can't make it this year? Save this post for reference next year 🤗

They have everything you can imagine in the world of pumpkin- spices, breads, soups, cookies, nuts, jams, burgers, fries, oil, and even ice cream. You can sample and buy everything.

It's massive family fun and something for everyone!

There is a maze, mini train, boat ride, a few farm animals for feeding, hay throwing, massive playground, and even a pumpkin regatta where competitive folks climb inside pumpkins as kayaks and paddle push across the finish line.

Depending on when you go- you might also participate in a pumpkin carving contest, be a spectator at the world's largest weigh in, dance to a live band, or smash all the pumpkins towards the end of the festival 🙈

This is the third year we've been, and I have a few tips...

1.) Make sure to have plenty of cash. It was 22 euro for our family of four to enter.

2.) If you have littles, bring the stroller/wagon/baby carrier. It's A LOT of walking for teenie legs.

3.) Pack a lunch to save money, and splurge on treats.

4.) Loads of places to park, but try the lot across from the entrance first. We have always had luck there.

5.) Dogs are allowed, but they must be leashed and follow strict guidelines.

6.) Don't exit the way you entered. You will miss SO much unless you go all the way through.

7.) The story houses at the end are a neat experience.

8.) Make time for the castle. It's the true, Rapunzel tower.

9.) The festival is every year, Sept-Oct.

10.) It is open late, but they close the food stalls at 5:30.

11.) If you live near me, it can be done in a day trip. It's four hours roundtrip, but we didn't see the benefit in staying the night.

If you've never been, I highly recommend!
Can't make it this year? Save this post for reference next year 🤗

Have you been to the Ludwigsburg Pumpkin Festival?

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Want to know the truth? Tucked away in sout

Want to know the truth?

Tucked away in southern Bohemia, the small town of České Budêjovice has preserved an international secret for centuries. One that would particularly intrigue my beer-loving, America dwellers.

#linkinbio detailing the truth about the King of Beers and FIVE must-dos while in this majestic city!

Think you've had an original Budvar? You might have been tricked 😱

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Hello, Bessie 🐮
Fall 🍁, Meet Winter ❄️

Woke up in a fairytale ✨ Not quite ready for the fluffy stuff, but the fine line between seasons is wondrous. Had a magical solo weekend - feeling energized and refreshed for my babies. Thankful for this annual treat!

Have you been a solo trip? Did you enjoy it?
*work trips don't count* 😉

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Looking for an enchanting, fall getaway? 🧡🧡

Looking for an enchanting, fall getaway? 🧡🧡

Český Krumlov is quite the fairytale town hidden in the southwest corner of the Czech Republic.

New article #linkinbio 👆dishing out the best places to dine (for my meatlovers + vegans) and a definite spot to highlight while sightseeing, if traveling with kids!

Don't miss out on this gem ✨

*Can't travel due to Covid restrictions? #pinit for later!

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