It goes without saying, Disney cruises were made for families and as such cabins are tailored for adults traveling with kids. For first time cruisers the overwhelming selection of staterooms can be intimidating but don’t let it push you into selecting just any cabin. Disney has some of the largest rooms in the cruise industry but keep in mind they’re still smaller (on … [Read more...]
Walt Disney World Tips for Pregnant Moms
When I was pregnant with both of my kids, I knew I wanted to plan a babymoon - a time to relax and just enjoy the last few weeks of being a family of 2 (or 3 in the case of my second pregnancy). For both babymoons, my family headed to Walt Disney World. I know what you're thinking ... Walt Disney World is not what comes to mind when you think of a relaxing … [Read more...]
9 Things to Do Before Your Next Family Cruise Vacation
Food, sun, art, culture and sand… cruising is my family’s preferred way to explore the world. Ninety percent of our family's travel has been by cruise ship and we’ve got most of the research and planning process down pat. Taking care of a few key details before we leave home makes our cruise vacations more enjoyable and there’s less to worry about once we’re … [Read more...]
20+ Ways to Celebrate the Holidays & Christmas at Walt Disney World
Disney goes all out during the holiday season. From thousands of holiday decorations, special holiday menus, themed parades and characters dressed in their best holiday attire - it's a very magical time to visit Walt Disney World. My family loves visiting during this time - the weather is just right for us (not too hot or cold) and Disney resort prices are fairly low in … [Read more...]
19 Best Tips for Celebrating Christmas & the Holidays at Universal Orlando with Kids
Last week, we talked about all the holiday events and Christmas activities going on at Universal Orlando theme parks as well as their resort hotels. There's no shortage of things to see and do during the holiday season. But how do you plan what to do, what to skip, where to eat and where sleep given your time constraints and budget? Here are the things we learned from our … [Read more...]