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I run a water management system in my house. Depending on if it’s raining, if it’s laundry day or it has been extra humid, you’ll find various pitchers, buckets and other vessels placed around my house.
Sometimes you just need to wait for the oppressive heat of the summer to fade away before you can truly enjoy some of Europe’s best locations. With a family in tow, avoiding the heat can be even more important, especially with little ones.
Whether you are homeschooling or sending your kids back to the brick and mortar building, they’ll need snacks, and lots of them! Kids are like mini garbage disposals, always hungry for more. Check out these snack ideas to curb your kids’ cravings. 
Coconut oil is great to cook with, but what about its beauty benefits? Different researchers, beauty bloggers and natural remedy users swear by coconut oil extending a helping hand in self-care routines. Here are 5 wonderful uses of coconut oil that are essential for any beauty regimen.
There’s nothing quite like enjoying an ice cream cone or a berry-filled dessert while the sun’s rays beat down in the summer. The icy-cold deliciousness is just so refreshing!
There’s no better time to hit some of Europe’s best water parks than during the summer months. The kids have plenty of time off school and the heat of the sun beats down, creating the perfect weather for hitting up a waterpark.
Living in Germany? Plan ahead for the hot weather that's coming or you may be spending time camped out at the air-conditioned commissary.
School is out and you want to find ways to help your children continue to learn. How do you test their knowledge in an exciting way? Don’t worry! There are multiple ways to keep your kids learning all summer long.
Outdoor Games
European windows don’t usually have screens like we’re used to in the United States. Since we don’t have air conditioning, we have to open the windows more often. That means those flies, mosquitos, bees and other insects have a chance to get in.
Running around Europe for the past few years has given me some incredible opportunities to try some truly amazing food. From the sweets in France to the savory sandwiches in Portugal, I have zero regrets about eating my way through many of the countries.
For almost 46 years, vampires have descended upon Heidelberg at that fabulously famous carnival party, The Vampire Ball, which will be held at the new location in Wiesloch.
Europe offers a ridiculous amount of places for the ultimate skiing vacation. Switzerland is of course at the top of that list, but when you don’t want to spend an absolute fortune for a few days of fun, consider heading to Sölden, Austria.
German New Year’s Eve is also referred to as Sylvester Night. Named after a fourth-century pope, the Feast of Saint Sylvester falls on December 31st. Saint Sylvester left a memorable mark in history after allegedly healing from leprosy and baptizing the Roman Emperor, Constantine the Great. 
Sometimes you just don’t have more than one day to enjoy a location, but that doesn’t mean you can’t get the best bang for your buck in 24 hours! Rome is one of those magical cities that you just can’t miss. To get the most out of your time there, follow this simple itinerary. 
Many people look at flea markets and see old junk long past its due date of usage. But, while one person sees trivial items, another sees a new flower station out of that old baby carriage or a new dry erase board out of that old window.
With school out for the summer, thinking of creative ways to entertain children isn’t always easy, but not every parent wants their kid watching hours of cartoons every day. Use this as a guide to grab your kid’s interest this summer.