We're teachers.  Of course, we are going to be excited about spring break.

We're teachers.  Of course, we're either going on a vacation or sitting on our couch all week.

We're teachers.  Of course, we have limited resources and time to travel.  And, we are required to travel at some of the most expensive times during the year.

We're teachers.  Of course, we are going to try to learn something while we travel. 

We're traveling teachers.  Of course we planned a trip on Spring Break.

We're traveling teachers.  Of course we spent hours looking for the best deals and how to save the most money possible.

We're traveling teachers.  Of course we are planning to learn things while we are away.

We're traveling teachers.  Of course we are going to return to work the Monday after break completely exhausted but completely excited about our travels.

We are about to head off to our next adventure.  While there are those out there that have the ability to travel from country to country months or years at a time, that's not the reality for most of us.  Most of the world is working day after day, trying to balance life with having dreams. 

That's where we come in.  We are working every day as teachers while striving to inspire people to not give up on their dreams.  We want to teach others how it is possible to take that trip, and that you will never once regret it.

Have a wonderful break!  Follow our adventures on TikTok and Insta as we head off into the world!

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It was our last day in Scotland.  After a week's worth of travel, we made our way south from Skye to Stirling.  A small town with a big history. Stirling sits as a pivotal point to access northern Scotland, and history shows its importance.

In Stirling, you'll find two different historical sites to visit.  They sit on opposite sides of the river and give opposite viewpoints of the same point in history.

On one side of the river sits Stirling Castle.  A walking tour provides a glimpse of various architecture that was added on as various rulers built their legacy.  Most famous of the occupants was Mary, Queen of Scots.  However, other rulers came and went, both Scottish and British, as the claim for Scotland was a consistent battle.  

The castle tells heroic tales of those who fought valiantly.  Ran by England, the British speak highly of those who ruled in the past from Stirling Castle, and explain the valiant efforts made by English Countryman to tame the Scots of the north.  History is told through the lens of the British Monarchy, and the need to tame the rebels in Scotland.  The castle is worth the visit, as its history is well documented within an exhibit.

When you get to the top of the castles defenses and look over the city, you will notice and take pause of the William Wallace memorial in the background.  We had just come from the Wallace Memorial, and it's location did not go unnoticed.  On the edge of the Battle of Stirling sits two sides.  The castle sits as the stronghold, reminding Scotland of the presence of the British Monarchy.  Yet across the way, Scotland has built a memorial to their Scottish hero.  It overlooks the castle, reminding the British the Scots too, have a side to their story.

The William Wallace Memorial sits at the top of a hill, surrounded by trees.  There is a walking path you can take, with markers along the way to read and learn more about the area.  If you want to skip the climb up to the base of the memorial, a bus will take you the entrance.

Once inside the WIlliam Wallace Memorial, there are four floors of interactive exhibits.  Each one tells the story of Scottish Clans and how William Wallace made his way through history as a hero for the Scots.  From a young child to his final days before being killed by the British, the Scotland National Heritage Site shares the fierce perseverance of the Scots, and their fight for freedom from the British Monarchy.  

The rebels written about across the river at Stirling Castle are given a different lens in the William Wallace Memorial.  They are honored by their history and their clans, reminding the past the of the valiant efforts made to provide Scotland freedom from the British Monarchy in the south.  The story explains Wallace's death at the memorial, and then leads into Scotland and England coming to terms with their relationship.  However, you just leave with the feeling that there is still more of the story left to tell.

History is not meant to be rewritten or disregarded.  We learned about both sides of the story, cautiously learning the details and tried to understand the different perspectives.  These are not easy moments to walk through.  As visitors to the country, it's not our story to tell.  However, it becomes an important piece of reflection.  There are always two sides to history, and it's important to learn both of them to make your own conclusions.

When visiting Scotland, and especially if you are near enough to Edinburgh, take the time to visit Stirling.  The city is quaint and the history is incredible.  Wear good walking shoes, as the climbs can be tough at moments. (You can find ours HERE.  We are Amazon Affiliates and we really can't recommend the shoes enough.  There's so much walking when traveling)

Find your moment of history in Stirling. 

One last stop.

It had been an incredibly busy day.  We had been to most of the main attractions on the Isle of Skye, having started at 7:30 that morning at Kilt Rock, hiked the Quraing, saw castles, hiked Neist Point, saw fairies and cemeteries, and almost anything else you could think of.

​So when DC said one last stop...it was time to rally for one more hike.

Traveling isn't easy.  The goal of travel is to see and learn as much as possible, allowing the destination to guide you.  The weather the next day was looking iffy, and we only had so much time to make it to everything we wanted to see.  The Old Man of Storr is an iconic hike on the Isle of Skye, and we had saved it for last.  The weather makes hiking tricky, and we needed the clouds to clear to be able to make it to the top.

There are two paths you can take.  One is longer and slightly easier.  The other is shorter, but a more rigorous hike.

We were on a time frame, so of course we took the more rigorous one. 

There were a lot of steps.  The path is undergoing restoration, so there is an attempt to making it easier.  You can choose to hike just to the base, as the sights are just as beautiful.

However, we want to encourage you to keep going.  

Along the way you begin to forget how long you've hiked that day, or how difficult the track is.  The stones of begin to rise up in front of you, creating a backdrop made for classic novels and imagination.

You begin to fell you've entered a land for giants.  The Old Man of Storr sits as the prominent landmark, yet the rest of the landscape is equally as stunning.

That's the moment in which the Isle of Skye had us captivated.  The entire day had lead to the moment in which we walked among clouds and stood face to face with the earth.  Millions of years of history lay within the rock around us.  The Trotternish Mountains stood out, as the gray weather rock begged us to stand in silence and marvel at the sheer power of the rock formations.  

It had been an exhaustingly wonderful day.  Leaving the Old Man felt both nostalgic and a little bit sad, as you somehow know you won't get the moment back again.  Each trip must be unique, as the mountain speaks its own language in the silence around the stones.

As we said good-bye and descended back down the side of the mountain, we passed another couple.  We could see it in her eyes.  He was motivated to climb to the top, she was struggling under the weight of the difficulty of the hike.

"Keep going".  The words were easy to share with her.  Keep going.  The most difficult hikes are always worth it.  It's worth the struggle, it's worth the frustration, it's worth getting over the feeling of wanting to give up.

The truth of life sits within the hike to the Old Man of Storr.  So many times in life you may want to quit, or give up, or view something from afar.  But when you keep going, when you keep reaching, when you keep trying, you land yourself in a place of humbling silence and awe.  Places so beautiful they really do not need words to describe them.  These places in your life come after those tough times.  And, like the Old Man of Storr, they become just as legendary.

Don't miss this iconic hike.  Make sure that you get the right jacket and shoes.  You can find our recommendations HERE for hiking.  We saw a few people who had not anticipated the hike being as difficult as it was, and they had to give up because they couldn't hike in flip flops.  Our favorite shoes can be found HERE.  

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In the heat of August, we found our way around London.  As one of the most popular cities in the world, we quickly found landmarks well recognized.  Big Ben, Tower Bridge, and Westminster Church all found their way onto our itinerary.  However, our first stop, was the infamous London Tower.

At first glance, London Tower could seemingly be missed.  Nestled within the backdrop of London, the castle sits well below the skyscrapers of modern day London.  At some points along the street, passerby's are eye level with the walls.  It's only until you enter into London Tower you realize it's incredible size and power throughout London's history.

The location of the tower on the River Thames made it a stronghold for the British Monarchy.  The river's speed and power made crossing difficult, allowing castle defenses to hold against attacks.  The river also rises and falls with the tides, allowing the kings of the past to use drowning as a form of punishment.

The castle takes a few hours to explore.  Each of the areas has a different piece of British history.  The Crown Jewels are stored in the castle, and are open for public viewing.  Be warned, they are heavily guarded.  The bloody tower hold numerous stories of those who were imprisoned, including that of Sir Walter Raleigh, the famous explorer.

Make sure to take time to visit the extensive collections of the British Monarchy!  King Henry VII felt himself to be particularly in need of special support with his codpiece!

Touring London Tower also gives great perspective of Tower Bridge.  Designed in the modern era, it was covered in brick to match the Tower of London.  Queen Victoria did not want it to clash with her residence.

Take time to make the Tower of London your first stop when visiting.  The history of London and it's people are worth learning before venturing out into the rest of the city.  Every view, night or day, is worth it.

As winter drags on, it's important to find a way to beat the winter blues.  Puerto Rico offers an excellent escape to another country without the need for a passport. (Although, don't forget, we highly recommend you get a passport.)  

Starting with the history of San Juan, take a trip to the San Juan National Historic site.  As part of the National Park Service, you can earn your passport stamp by touring the fort and surrounding area.  Puerto Rico's location as the entrance to the Carribean created multiple attacks on the island.  The Dutch, during the time of intense trade across the region, also attempted at capturing San Juan, although they failed to do so.