Monterey, California is a cute coastal town in central California that is perfect for a family vacation. It has a beautiful coastline, lots of shopping and restaurants, and even some cute sea otters! If you’re dreaming of a California coastal weekend getaway, here are some fun things to do in Monterey with kids and teens! …
At the top edge of the United States sits our 49th state, Alaska. There’s no better way to get a taste of Alaska than aboard a cruise ship. And, Holland America has been operating Alaska cruises longer than anyone. We recently had the opportunity to take a 7-day Alaskan Inside Passage Cruise in August aboard …
This month is both one of my favorite times of the year and one of the most stressful! I love Christmas, but with the holiday season comes a long to-do list that I have to juggle along with daily life. This season is the perfect time to plan a local holiday momcation and have some …
If you’re a Hallmark movie fan and you’re planning a trip to Memphis soon, don’t miss these 10 iconic Memphis spots that were mentioned and/or shown in the original movie, Christmas at Graceland. I recently had the opportunity to visit Memphis, Tennesee for a few days and during the trip, I got to preview the …
When it comes to giving gifts for birthdays, the holiday season, or any special occasion, choosing the perfect gift for travel lovers is easy with these great ideas. Depending on where your family member or friend loves to go, a great gift for the frequent travelers on your list is just a few clicks away …
Updated for 2022 to 2023! Hey, Disneyland fans — we just received some big news! After closing out their Annual Pass tickets in January 2021 and closing new Magic Key sales, everyone was curious about when Disneyland would bring back some kind of frequent visitor pass. Updated as of 11/18/2022 – all new Magic Key …
Christmas towns are a unique and charming way to experience the holiday season. In California, there are several quaint towns that go all-out for Christmas. Every year, you can find several Christmas towns in California that transform into winter wonderlands, with twinkling lights, and holiday decorations adorning every street. Visitors can enjoy festive activities like horse-drawn …
The Christmas season is full of festivities around here which means we watch lots of kids’ Christmas movies! Sometimes it’s a family movie night, other times it’s in the background while we bake and decorate. While we are planning out movie marathons, I thought it would be a great time to share some of our …
Are you craving a winter holiday escape? While I admit I love staying at home with a cup of hot cocoa and Christmas music playing non-stop, there’s something really special about visiting a Christmas town or city for the holidays. If you’re based on the west coast, here are some of my picks for the …
Updated for 2022! Shopping for a tween or teen girl or boy and wondering what in the world to get them? I have two teenage girls so this teen Christmas list is filled with ideas they’ve given me to include and things I know they’ve been asking for recently. And while many of these gifts …
Taking to the skies for the first time can be a daunting experience, but with careful preparation, it doesn’t have to be. While you await your first time flying, there are some tips that you can use to help you have the best experience ever. These tips work well for an international flight and domestic …
Whether a trip to Disneyland is a once-in-a-lifetime event or an annual occurrence, it is always a magical experience. And part of making that experience as wonderful as possible is being prepared with the right things to pack for your Disneyland vacation. This Disneyland packing list can be printed off to help make sure you …