We share how our family trip through Milan and Rome goes sideways and somehow still turns into one of our most memorable travel weeks. We break down what we do when plans fall apart, how we use points and miles to reduce the damage, and what we learn about city travel with three kids.
• extending Switzerland because Italy prices surge
• booking a multi train route to Milan with the SBB app
• why first class seating helps on long train days
• what to do after missing a train connection
• first impressions of Milan plus a very small room
• Duomo crowds rush hour metro and dead phone stress
• the Stussy shirt mix-up and making the train
• a standout pizza night with surprise drinks
• high speed train booking timing to unlock family discounts
• how we handle the Thompson Rome cancellation and get rebooked
• Rome activities that work well for kids plus what feels overrated
• our pasta and tiramisu cooking class highlights
• airport lounge reality checks in Rome and Paris
• using Air France Flying Blue points and Marriott free night certificates
• reflections on outdoor trips versus big cities for our current season
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We move our family of five from Wengen to Grindelwald and turn a simple transfer day into a Lauterbrunnen biking adventure. Along the way, we share what surprised us most about costs, crowds, and how points and miles actually play out when you’re traveling with kids.
• choosing between Wengen and Grindelwald as a home base
• storing luggage in Lauterbrunnen and timing the transition day
• renting bikes for five and navigating busy streets with a young rider
• seasonal trade-offs like chilly weather and low waterfalls
• Switzerland sticker shock like paid condiments and restaurant water
• walking to Bergwelt Grindelwald and the hidden hill and stairs
• booking an SLH Hilton hotel on points plus paying an upgrade fee
• what we get right and wrong about room setup for a family of five
• free breakfast value and the spa rules including towel-only saunas
• comparing Grindelwald First crowds with Pfingstegg fun factor
• why the alpine coaster is worth repeating
• laundry realities, a too-cold pool, and mini golf with a view
• dinner lessons on reservations plus a surprise win at Hotel Bodmi
We Will Catch You Next Week All About Milan And Rome.