Driving the California Coast on Highway One is a quintessential American road trip; one I was happy to make this spring. When planning our trip, I thought it would be easy to find a place to stay along the way, but the more I researched, I realized that wasn’t quite true. There were a few […]
Planning a Family Weekend in Wine Country
A family weekend in Wine Country sounds like a bit of a misnomer, but I’m a firm believer that you can take kids anywhere – it just takes planning, compromise, and a bit of balance. Luckily there is so much to do in Sonoma County, California to make the whole family happy. Less than an […]
Disneyland Resort Raises Ticket Prices for 2015
It’s now going to cost you a few more dollars to take a vacation at the Happiest Place on Earth. As of February 22, 2015 the admission prices at Disneyland Resort have risen by a few dollars. 1 day pass – $3 increase $99 (was $96) 10 and up $93 (was $90) for kids ages 3 to 9 $56 […]
Disneyland Tours
Visiting Disneyland is always a magical experience but when you add in a Disneyland Resort tour your visit takes on a whole new spin. During these tours you will get the chance to go behind the scenes and learn about the magic it takes to make Disneyland Resort what it is today. One of my favorite tours […]
Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland Resort
Mickey’s Halloween Party at Disneyland Resort is a spooky yet family friendly event for all ages. It is a special event that happens on select nights between September 26 – October 31, 2014 and requires a separate ticket. How Much Does it Cost? Tickets costs vary depending upon the day you want to attend. For […]
Eating Out in Palm Springs with Kids
On a recent trip to Palm Springs with my son, I was pleasantly surprised by the plethora of family-friendly restaurant options. Dealing with a picky eater is never easy so I was thrilled to discover a variety of types of cuisine choices. While each one varied in décor and style, they all focused on high quality […]
Top 5 Foodie Favorites During My Magical Visit to the Disneyland Resort
I’m a Florida girl at heart. I grew up in the 70’s in south Florida where me, my brother and my parents frequented what is now one of the most visited theme park attractions in the world, Walt Disney World. There was just something about the man and the mouse that kept us intrigued and […]
Granlibakken Resort in Lake Tahoe is Tranquil, Rustic, and Full of Adventure
As I entered the 74-acre alpine valley of Granlibakken, I felt like I was on my way to meet summertime friends at camp. With its campus layout, community lodge, ski hill, spa, and zip lines and bridges swinging between the trees, all in a serene, rustic setting, this playground resort for all ages, transported me […]
Disneynature’s Bears Movie Review
It’s not easy being a single mother with two little ones, especially if you are an Alaskan brown bear, that is.The new documentary, Disneynature’s Bears, shows its audience just how tough it really is the first year for Mama bear, Sky, to teach her cubs, Amber and Scout, survival in the Alaskan wilderness. The movie […]
Donald Driver: Role Model and Inspiration to Us All
Donald Jerome Driver was born in Houston, Texas on February 2, 1975. He earned his nickname “Quickie” due to his parents running after him around the house and also because of his quick learning skills. Donald is a Super Bowl Champion, Green Bay’s all- time leading receiver, a Dancing with the Stars Champion, AMVETS Humanitarian […]