Choosing the right hotel for an upcoming Disney World vacation can be a time-consuming task. Orlando is the theme park capital of the world and there are thousands of family-friendly hotels and resorts in the area. My family prefers to stay at a Disney World resort hotel if we're visiting Disney theme parks and budget, amenities and location are usually the deciding factors … [Read more...]
Traveling with Baby & Toddler Gear – Tips for Car Seats and Strollers
"Should I bring a car seat or stroller on our next family vacation?" This is a common question for parents with little one and something my husband and I discuss during the trip planning process. Below we'll discuss when to bring baby and toddler travel gear from home, how to travel safely with them and our top recommendations for travel friendly car seats and … [Read more...]
Floridays Resort Orlando – A Budget Friendly Off-Site Hotel for Disney & Universal Guests
Should you stay at a Disney owned hotel or stay off-site when visiting the theme parks in Orlando? This is always the debate many families have when planning a Florida vacation. There are many benefits staying at a Disney owned property - especially if you're only visiting Disney World theme parks. However, after one of our recent family cruise vacations, we figured being on … [Read more...]
Parents’ Guide to The Strong National Museum of Play – Rochester, NY
The National Museum of Play is both a history museum and children's museum devoted to play. It's considered one of the best museums for families in the United States. With 150,000 square feet of play space and hands-on interactive exhibits, The Strong in Rochester, New York has been one my family's favorite weekend road trip destinations for the past few years. The Strong … [Read more...]
6 Simple Ways to Stay Healthy and Not Get Sick on a Cruise Vacation
Peak cruise season is quickly approaching and with new ships coming out every year (click here to read about the ones coming out this year) with capacities of 2,000 to 4,000 passengers or more each, it's not surprising cruising is becoming a popular way to travel with kids. But the news continues to report stories of people getting sick on cruise ships. And what about the … [Read more...]