One of the ports on a recent Disney Wonder cruise was Key West, Florida. We had 5 hours in the afternoon to fit in in a little bit of everything - shopping, eating, tourist attractions and history & culture. Key West is charming, laid back and has an island like vibe to it. It definitely feels different than other other US destinations we've visited. The island … [Read more...]
10 Reasons to Visit a Dude Ranch with Kids – White Stallion Ranch in Tucson, AZ
If there’s ever been a time to herd up your posse and mosey on down to a dude ranch, it’s now. The benefit of being (mostly) unplugged aside, riding a horse for the first time is pure childhood magic. And the gobs of fresh air, stellar desert scenery, fantastic food, laid back vibe and campfire camaraderie? They’re pretty awesome, too. Thinking of saddlin’ up? Here are 10 … [Read more...]
Pressed Pennies: The Cheapest Souvenir at Disney
A while back, I shared some of my favourite free souvenirs from Disney World and this week it's about the CHEAPEST souvenir at Disney - Pressed Pennies. This souvenir will only set you back 51 cents - almost as good as free! What Is A Pressed Penny? I discovered pressed penny machines during my December 2007 trip and made a few for my babymoon travel scrapbook. … [Read more...]
Hotel Review: Kimpton’s Hotel Monaco in Seattle, WA
A weekend road trip from Vancouver Airport to Seattle, Washington landed my family back at one of our favorite hotels - Hotel Monaco on 4th Avenue. Hotel Monaco is a luxury boutique hotel located in the heart of downtown and one of four Kimpton hotels in Seattle. Known for being kid-friendly, pet-friendly and walking distance from many major tourist attractions, Hotel … [Read more...]
Royal Guest Rooms at Disney’s Port Orleans Riverside Resort – What to Expect
If you're thinking about staying at Disney's Port Orleans Riverside Resort and are deciding about whether or not to upgrade to the Royal Guest Rooms at POR, you might find this review helpful. My daughter went through a Disney Princess stage so we decided to book a Royal Guest Room at Port Orleans Riverside a few years ago for one of our many Walt Disney World … [Read more...]