If you’re planning to visit Manchester, England and are looking for a place to stay with the kids, the Lowry Hotel is a great choice. Located on the banks of the River Irwell, in the center of town, right near the commercial shopping district and load of things to do, this five-star hotel has 165 […]
Fantasy of Flight: An Aviation Fan’s Dream
During a press visit to Central Florida in 2009, I immediately fell in love with Fantasy in Flight. As someone who loves to fly, I was captivated by the history and aircraft collection that owner Kermit Weeks put together. Visitors learned the history of aviation starting with man’s earliest efforts to take flight and then […]
Should You Buy a Disneyland Resort Annual Passport?
If you plan on visiting the Disneyland Resort a few times per year, then consider purchasing an Annual Passport. Prior to booking your vacation package add up the total number of days you plan on spending in the park for the year. If it is more than seven days you should consider buying an Annual Passport. Did you […]
A Weekend Adventure in Amelia Island, Florida
A few weeks ago my family and I had the opportunity to visit Amelia Island. Even though I spent my childhood years growing up in the beautiful state of Florida, this was my first visit to this peaceful, relaxed seaport community. Located just off the coast of northeast Florida, Amelia Island is very easy to […]
Saving for your next Disney Vacation
A few days after I return from my Disney vacation I am already thinking about my next trip. Vacationing several times a year especially on a tight budget can be a challenge. If you think you can’t afford to stay on property or enjoy character dining then you are wrong, because with the proper financial […]
LEGOLAND: Built for Fun
When I heard that Cypress Gardens closed in September 2009 just months after I finally had the opportunity to visit this longtime Florida attraction, I was sad and a bit disappointed. However, when the property reopened in 2011 as LEGOLAND, I was quite excited to learn that this new attraction held on to the beautiful […]
Seals, Pilgrims and Pirates: Blue Claw Boat Tours in Cape Cod
With the record-setting amounts of snowfall dumped in the Northeast this winter, I’ve been dreaming of summer and reminiscing about our trip to Cape Cod last year. One of the highlights was our seal tour with Blue Claw Boat Tours. On a foggy, chilly day in early June, my kids and I arrived at the […]
A Tween Getaway to San Francisco
During a recent visit to San Francisco with my 10 year-old daughter, I knew that our time in this magnificent city was precious and wanted to do whatever I could to maximize our time there. I have been many times in my lifetime but never with her on our own and I was eager to […]
Go Wild – or Not – in Las Vegas
Make your bachelorette weekend what you want it to be! When considering a bachelorette weekend in Las Vegas, most women have images of wild partying all night long. However, this well-renowned party town knows how to celebrate in many styles. From low-key to over-the-top, here’s how you can spend your last days as a single […]
Unforgettable Itinerary for a Quick Trip to Venice
Venice Italy is a maze like city that bustles with must see attractions and off the beaten locales that inspire a return to a simpler life. The reality for many travelers, from those taking Eastern Mediterranean cruises to families and couples, is that trips to Venice are quick sometimes stopping in this romantic city of […]