Tag: Family Travel

Lesser-Known Attractions at Disneyland and California Adventure

Where do you head as soon you step foot into the Happiest Place on Earth? If you're like most people, you'll run straight for your favorite rides - the "classics" that have made Disney what it is today - including Splash Mountain, Space Mountain, Peter Pan, and Dumbo. Those attractions are famous for a reason […]

Your Guide to Camp Snoopy at Knott's Berry Farm

If you're visiting Southern California with small children, don't discount the fun of Knott's Berry Farm. The amusement park features shorter lines and lower ticket prices than it's DLand counterpart up the road. For kids in the 2-8 age range, Camp Snoopy is an especially appealing part of the park. The rides are safe, non-scary, […]

Travel With Kids: Kansas City

If you've ever been to Missouri, there's a good chance you've been to Kansas City. The metro area encompasses more than two million people across the Kansas-Missouri border. On the first day of our trip, we stopped in at Union Station in Downtown Kansas City. Built in 1914, the building was originally a working train […]

Staying Off-Property at Walt Disney World: Caribe Cove Resort

There are many reasons to stay ON-property at Walt Disney World. Most notably...free parking, easy access to the monorail system, amazing swimming pools and splash pads, top-notch customer service, and clean, gorgeous rooms. There are times, however, when staying off-property can be advantageous. Examples: You have a large immediate family (4+ kids) and don't want […]

Travel With Kids: St. Louis

St. Louis is a city replete with history. Founded in 1764, it became a major port on the Mississippi River after the Louisiana Purchase. At one point, it was the 2nd largest city in the U.S. and was considered a "gateway" to the west. Now, the city is home to 318,000+ people, with a metro […]

Ten Tips for Visiting Disney with a Baby

People often ask me if its worthwhile to plan a Disney vacation in the very early years. Although it's certainly true that older children may enjoy the experience more thoroughly and remember it more clearly, it can still be a fun experience with an infant or tiny tot. If you decide to vacation at Walt […]

Cruising Scottsdale's Streets in a 2013 KIA Soul

This past weekend, while attending Bloggy Boot Camp - Business Edition, I zipped along Scottsdale's streets in a brand new 2013 KIA Soul. Check out the "Alien Green" color - sporty, casual, and light enough to be a good pick for warmer weather climates. The 2013 model features a pushbutton start, remote keyless entry, auto […]

I'm Attending the 2013 Disney Social Media Moms Celebration!

As a travel writer, I have had the privilege to preview and review many outstanding destinations. In 2011, our family spent almost an entire year in an RV - visiting museums, theme parks, non-profits, parks, libraries, and more. Even after all of that travel, Disney remains one of our top picks for family vacations. As […]

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