I’ve shared often why my husband and I have made Southwest Airlines’s our family’s airline of choice the past several years. Kind and funny employees, a growing route map, and policies that work especially well for family travelers have helped earn our loyalty. What I also love is that the airline doesn’t nickel and dime me […]
What’s New at Disneyland: Spring & Summer 2019 Guide
Planning a spring or summer vacation to the Happiest Place on Earth? Disneyland is ever-changing with the seasons, and every spring and summer brings something new. This 2019 year has more new attractions, shows, parades, and everything else that will make any Disneyland vacation special and memorable. From the celebration of all things Minnie and […]
Why Every Traveler Needs a Credit Card
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First Timer’s Guide to the Florida Keys
This post is sponsored by Moon Travel Guides. All opinions are my own. When most travelers think of travel to the Florida Keys, a Jimmy Buffett song probably springs to mind. Lazy days, gorgeous beaches, and colorful tropical drinks are definitely the stuff of a Keys vacation. Margaritaville indeed. Despite its laid back vibe, a […]
How to Ride Avatar Flight of Passage at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Without the Wait
Ever since Pandora – The World of Avatar opened at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom, Avatar Flight of Passage has become one of the most popular rides in Florida. Unfortunately, with great popularity comes great lines and long wait times. It’s been almost two years since Flight of Passage opened, but at times the ride […]
Aunty’s Beach House at Disney’s Aulani Resort: All Your Questions Answered
My family just returned from our third trip to Disney’s Aulani Resort on the island of O’ahu, Hawaii. One of the amenities we took advantage of most at Aulani was the on-site kids club, Aunty’s Beach House. Aunty’s is probably the best kids club we’ve ever encountered anywhere in our family’s travels. Even if your […]
What It’s Like to Fly Southwest to Hawaii: OAK to HNL Flight Review
This post is sponsored by Southwest Airlines. All opinions are my own. Over a year and a half ago, Southwest Airlines announced its intent to fly to Hawaii. As frequent Southwest flyers and regular visitors to the Hawaiian islands already, this was very big news for my traveling family. We’ve been watching the news carefully […]
WAYB Pico Review: Why This Car Seat is Game-Changing for Family Travelers
Since having my first child nearly 10 years ago, I began my love/hate relationship with car seats. While they do an important job in keeping my children safe, they are also a major hassle for frequent travelers like me. If you’ve ever lugged a heavy car seat down an airplane aisle or struggled with what […]
Best Strollers for Disney: Recommendations for Disney World and Disneyland
If you are headed to Disneyland or Walt Disney World with a young child, a good stroller is essential. Even active toddlers and preschoolers who seem to know no limits to their energy at home can crash after the many miles of walking on a Disney day. Strollers can be a great place for a […]
The Complete Guide to Skiing Northstar California Resort with Kids
One of the best parts of traveling with kids as a parent is taking them to destinations that had meaning in your own childhood. For my family, Northstar California Resort in North Lake Tahoe is one such meaningful place. The resort is where my husband grew up skiing with his brothers (in their 1980s and early […]
