WinterFest tips for California’s Great America

Our family loves all things Christmas and there’s plenty of festive fun to be had at California’s Great America. Now through December 31st you can experience all the holiday magic at the Bay Area’s favorite theme park. Keep reading for all our WinterFest tips for California’s Great America in Santa Clara, California. This post is… Continue reading WinterFest tips for California’s Great America

tips for Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood

Are your kids (or you) big fans of Nintendo and all things Mario? Then they’ve probably been saying “let’s a-go!” ever since Super Nintendo World™ opened at Universal Studios in early 2023. Our family has been twice so far and are already looking forward to our next visit. As a mom to seven little ones… Continue reading tips for Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood

Halloween at Knott’s: Scary Farm vs. Spooky Farm

Halloween is fast approaching and with it all things spooky, creepy, and eerie. Theme parks around the country are no different and I have to admit–I love theme parks during the holidays! Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park, California is the original California theme park and they really know how to do Halloween right. Not… Continue reading Halloween at Knott’s: Scary Farm vs. Spooky Farm

best tips for Knott’s Soak City 2026

If there’s one thing our whole family agrees on, it’s that water parks are crazy fun! We might even like them more than theme parks… maybe. Keep reading for all the best tips for Knott’s Soak City so you can have the most splash-tastic day ever! What? It’s totally a word. Start planning that 2026… Continue reading best tips for Knott’s Soak City 2026

Carnivale at California’s Great America

Our family loves theme parks and we love eating. Put those two things together and you have the festivals that some of our California theme parks are known for. Today I’m going to be sharing a fabulous New Orleans-style festival that’s in the Bay Area. There’s food, fun, and fireworks that will make you feel… Continue reading Carnivale at California’s Great America