Our family recently headed to Walt Disney World to visit Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios! Rise of the Resistance topped our list of things-to-do, simply because…
These photographs saved me $8.45
We rented a car to get from the airport to our destination. Having done this drive on previous trips, we knew we would go through one toll plaza before we got to the hotel…
Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea – A Disney adventure like no other!
Earlier this year, our family spent ten days in Japan. That, alone, was a dream come true, but also spent a couple of days at Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea. As a Disney lover, this was the perfect…
What sets a Disney Cruise apart from other cruises
Think of Disney resorts, and you’ll likely conjure up thoughts of family-friendly relaxation. However, Disney Cruise Lines brings a level of grandeur that’s unparalleled at the hotels. There’s so much on board to see…
A Preview of Disney’s Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
A day before Mickey and Minnie Mouse led the annual Festival Of Lights parade in Chicago, Disney brought lots of love all the way from Orlando to the Windy City! So much is in store for the new Toy Story Land…
Must-have travel and packing tips for a family cruise
Our family enjoys cruising, and over the years I’ve collected some of my favorite tips, ideas, and must-have items to pack when taking a cruise. If you’re planning a cruise with kids, here are some things to consider…
A Walt Disney World shopping perk you may not know about
Did you know that you can get a special shopping pass at the Disney parks solely for the purpose of going in and shopping? It’s true! To get a shopping pass, you’ll need to head to the Guest Relations office…
Universal Orlando VIP Experience and more resort fun!
During our Universal Orlando Resort vacation, we enjoyed taking part in Universal’s VIP Experience. The VIP Experience is a guided tour through Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure…
What you’ll love about Universal Orlando’s Volcano Bay water theme park
We spent a day at Universal’s new water theme park, Volcano Bay. When you hear “water park,” you likely envision tube rides, a wave pool — and Volcano Bay has all of those things. However, they’ve upped the traditional…
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando has added a second land to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter: Diagon Alley. Guests enter Diagon Alley is via a very nondescript-looking alley in the London area of Universal Studios Orlando theme park…
The Field Museum and Chicago Auto Show
Our kids were off school yesterday for an extended Presidents’ Day weekend holiday, so our family headed into the city for some almost-free fun at the Field Museum and the Chicago Auto Show…
Jill’s Bucket List: 24 hours in the Riot House
During a trip to Los Angeles, I stayed at the Riot House, the most famous rock and roll hotel in the world…
Disney Parks VIP Tour and our 24-hour Disney honeymoon
Recently, I confessed that my husband and I had never taken a vacation without our children — ever. We travel pretty frequently, but we never planned a just-us trip…
Disneyland in one day… with preschoolers.
For a fresh perspective on Disneyland, I sent my sister and her family on assignment for my blog. Lynn is a public school teacher and mother of two preschoolers. This was her first trip to a Disney park with her children…
The 9/11 memorial in suburban Illinois
There are 2976 flags placed in formation in the park. Each flag is adorned with a ribbon identifying the person’s role and location on September 11th. The stories on each card are incredibly sobering to read…
Our Walt Disney World trip: More Disney days, more fun!
We had such a wonderful time on this trip, and I still can’t believe we went to Disney again, nearly one year to the day from our previous trip. Would it surprise you to learn that I am already thinking about our next trip?
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