see these National Parks close to Los Angeles

Today is the third post in my series of National Parks near major cities. I started this series because I’ve had so many people tell me over the years that they wish they lived closer to National Parks. Or they wish it was easier for them to visit. Although not everyone can live in a… Continue reading see these National Parks close to Los Angeles

visit Seal Beach in Orange County with kids

On our recent Disneyland trip we decided to take a day off from the parks and have a beach day. It was honestly one of our best vacation decisions in a long time. We had no idea when we planned our trip we’d be there during such a crazy heat wave and escaping the Anaheim… Continue reading visit Seal Beach in Orange County with kids

Minnie & Friends character breakfast at the Plaza Inn

Before our Magic Key Passes expire there were a couple of dining experiences I wanted to enjoy as a family. We were lucky that on our last visit to the Happiest Place on Earth we got to cross two of them off our list. If you’ve got little kids then character dining is probably high… Continue reading Minnie & Friends character breakfast at the Plaza Inn

travel budget tips with Get Away Today

You’ve probably figured out by now that our family loves to travel. Did you know we like saving money more though? Well, at least my husband does, wink wink. When we’re planning our adventures we’re always trying to do it as economically as possible. Traveling as a family of eight can really add up! Today… Continue reading travel budget tips with Get Away Today

stay in Old Town San Diego: Hacienda Hotel review

Last week I shared our family’s visit to Old Town San Diego and all our recommendations for a visit. I mentioned in that post that it’s easy to enjoy Old Town San Diego in a half day, however… more time is great too. We stayed one night at the unique Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel… Continue reading stay in Old Town San Diego: Hacienda Hotel review