Ever dreamed of a European summer with your kids but immediately felt overwhelmed by the planning?

Traveling Europe with kids sounds dreamy, but pulling it off without stress? That’s the real adventure. In this episode, host Kim Anderson chats with Kristin Karstensdotter, co-owner of LivTours, a travel company based in Italy that’s all about meaningful, personalized experiences. Kristin’s built her life and business around making travel feel easy, impactful, and fun - especially for families.

Together, Kim and Kristin dive into what makes Europe an incredible destination for families, with a special spotlight on Italy. From how to avoid overwhelm when planning to what kids (and parents) really want on vacation, this conversation is packed with real-world insight and practical tips to make your European holiday one to remember - for all the right reasons.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The biggest planning mistakes families make when booking a European trip—and how to avoid them
• Why Italy is one of the best family-friendly destinations (and not just because of the gelato)
• How to balance sightseeing with downtime so everyone stays happy, rested, and excited

Whether you’re dreaming of your first family trip to Europe or want to make your next one smoother, this episode is your go-to guide for a fun, flexible, and stress-free summer abroad.

RESOURCES:

Connect with Kristen: LivTours Website & Instagram

⚡ ROUND BOOK: The Agony and the Ecstasy: A Biographical Novel of Michelangelo by Irving Stone

EPISODE DETAILS:

05:40 - When planning your trip

06:53 - Create a trip that is full of fun

08:03 - Renting apartments

08:25 - When traveling to Europe

15:23 - A great way to prep your kids

Want more tips on family travel? Check out these epsiodes:

1. The World Is Our Classroom: Full-Time Family Travel & Worldschooling Adventures w/ Jake & Michelle Schomp of Passport Explorers

2. Journeying Together: How Travel Shaped Our Family's Core Values w/ my Son, Elias

3. A Travelers Guide to Building a Family Abroad & Creating a Life You Love w/ Australian Content Creator, Colleen Deere

4. Roadmap to Happiness: Overlanding & Unschooling Around the World while Living a Global Mission w/ Brittney Highland of Hourless Life

5. Family Travel and Global Living: How They Made the World Their Classroom (Best Of Series) #185

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