We love hotels! When you think about it, your hotel becomes your home away from home while traveling, so it can be one of the most important choices to make when booking a vacation. During our long vacation to Orlando one of the hotels we stayed at was the Buena Vista Palace Hotel & Spa,…
Our recent visit to Walt Disney World brought a new learning curve to our Disney family travel plans. While I had a great understanding of the old Disney fastpass system because of our numerous trips to Disneyland, the new Fastpass+ system was not the same. I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce you to…
We’re really into October now! I sent the girls off to school today with cute pumpkin lunches (I’ll show them next Wednesday!), and I wanted to feature a fun Throwback Thursday Travel photo that was seasonal. I mentioned in my post 20 things about Disneyland Halloween Time that we really enjoyed our trip to Disneyland during…
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Over nine days, my daughter and I traveled across Switzerland by train, starting in Geneva and making our way east through storybook mountain towns, sparkling lakes, and more jaw-dropping views than I could count. The trains were part of the adventure, enabling us to hop around the Jungfrau region to soak in all the Swiss…
The Orlando, Florida region is known as the “Theme Park Capital of the World” due to the large number of theme parks from Universal Orlando Resort, Walt Disney World, SeaWorld and more. In 2025, Universal Orlando will be expanding their current park grounds by adding another theme park to their current impressive lineup featuring Universal…
Last August, my teenage daughter and I spent three days in Reykjavik before setting off on an Iceland cruise, and it was the perfect way to start our adventure. If you’re planning a trip to Iceland and wondering how to make the most of a short stay, this itinerary covers everything we loved. It’s the…
America’s National Parks are a source of pride and joy for citizens all across the country. From the Rocky Mountains of Colorado to the sun-drenched beaches of California, our National Parks offer something for everyone. If you’re looking for an outdoor adventure, or simply want to enjoy some beautiful natural scenery, then be sure to…
Finding an advent calendar for teens can be tricky. They’ve outgrown toys but still want something fun to open every day. This 2025 guide highlights teen-approved calendars by interest: beauty and self-care, plush and collectibles, snacks and candy, fandom favorites, DIY and jewelry, and gamer and tech. Start with my Top Picks at a Glance,…
Travel Planning Made Simple Beautiful trips begin with expert guidance because every traveler deserves a stress-free getaway “A huge thank you to Kim for planning the most amazing Kenya safari! From smooth flights and transfers to our dream stay at the JW Masai Mara, everything was perfectly organized.” – Lindsay My Travel Story Travel is…
For Women Who Want to Travel and Pack Like Pros Follow along as I share my expert knowledge about smart packing, dreamy destinations, cruise ships & itineraries, a touch of luxury, useful travel tips for hotels and flying, and how to make every trip, big or small, your best yet. Dream. Plan. Go. I’m Kim,…
Looking for the perfect pumpkin patch to visit this fall? You’re in the right place. I’ve been taking my daughters to pumpkin patches for over a decade now, and living in Washington state means we’ve got some incredible fall farms to explore. Through years of pumpkin patch adventures and connecting with other families who share…
