Using packing cubes is easy to do. In order to save the most space, I recommend rolling your clothes neatly enough to smooth out any wrinkles and then organize your items by packing cube. If you are not checking in a bag or are traveling on a road trip with a smaller bag, I will …
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I love a good value! Everyone who really knows me is aware that I can be a cheapo. I’m the person who uses credit card points for a free hotel stay and miles for free flights. When I research items to buy, I tend to get caught up in price more than quality. Although I …
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With Mother’s Day approaching on May 12, now is the time to start thinking of what to get your mom/grandmother/sister. While in my family we tend to give a small gift, I’ll throw out some luxury and budget items. Maybe you have a sibling and would like to go in together on a joint present? …
In the summer of 2018, our family took a national park road trip out west with some great friends of ours and their kids. Among the highlights of this trip was our time spent in Yellowstone and Grand Teton. This trip was a whirlwind; however, it was one of the best national park vacations we’ve …
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Our family tries to visit New York City every couple of months since we moved to Connecticut. Because we have family living there, it makes for an easy excuse to visit one of the most metropolitan cities in the world. Our family has done all of the “touristy” things in NYC, and now have our …
Since our family moved to Connecticut, we have been traveling around the Northeast on weekends whenever possible. Luckily, we are only an hour away from New York City, so we try to visit at least once every 2 months. On this particular weekend, I wanted to explore a new section of the city, so I …
Visiting Glacier National Park is not accidental. It takes hours to drive here from the nearest airport, yet once you arrive to this remote location, you may not want to leave. The gorgeous mountains, lakes, and abundant natural beauty are one of a kind. It is certainly one of the best national park vacations in …
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Disney Springs, or Downtown Disney, is a great place to spend half a day when visiting Disney World. It is a large entertainment, shopping, and dining area that had been completely re-done and continues to expand. Each time our family visits Disney, we try to schedule at least a couple of hours to enjoy all …
Our family of four visited our first national park, the Great Smoky Mountains, in the winter of 2014. Since then, we have come to enjoy visiting national parks as a family. When on a national park vacation, our kids enjoy hiking some trails, learning about the history, geology, geography of the area, and becoming junior …
Wait, how much does a Disney cruise cost? You will likely have sticker shock when you see how much a Disney cruise costs. Disney cruises are usually double or triple the price of traditional family cruise lines like Royal Caribbean, Carnival Cruise Line, or Norwegian Cruise Line, yet they remain a popular choice for families …
Most people, adults and children alike, have a bucket list place they would like to see. While some people’s vacation ideas may seem out of reach, there are plenty of options that can be achieved with a little bit of planning. Here are some ways to come up with a few family bucket list ideas …
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Disney World can be a magical vacation, but it can also be a bit overwhelming if you’re a first timer. Although there are plenty of Disney World tips to be found on the Internet, it doesn’t hurt to read a little more. Our family had annual passes for a few years when the kids were …
