1. The Beach Club Stormalong Bay is by far the best pool for children at any Walt Disney World resort. It covers three acres and includes currents, bridges, and a kiddie pool. The most unique features of this pool are its sand-bottom areas that simulate a beach and are a pure delight for children. The … Read more
I finally had a chance to eat at The Yak & Yeti restaurant in Disney’s Animal Kingdom yesterday. I took some pictures during my visit, which I’m including in this post (sorry I’m not the best photographer). I wasn’t sure what to expect from the newest table service restaurant at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, but I … Read more
With springtime in Austin comes the promise of warmer weather, longer days, and the arrival of beloved bluebonnets. Every year, Texans flock to Central Texas to admire the sight of these iconic wildflowers blanketing the rolling hills and rural landscapes. But for those who take a closer look, there’s more than just bluebonnets in bloom. … Read more
Expedition Everest at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom In true Disney tradition, Expedition Everest, at Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom is not just a thrill ride but also a suspenseful story in a realistic setting. The experience begins as you enter the Animal Kingdom and see Mt. Everest towering over the Central Florida horizon. Next, head … Read more
The Cypress SkyCycle will take guests on a fun and relaxing cycle ride through the treetops of the 4700 acres Forever Florida Wildlife Conservation Area in St. Cloud, Florida. Yes, you read that right, cycling through the treetops. The innovative new attraction will be the first of its kind in the United States. Guests will … Read more
Today, we received a comment from a reader named Charlotte who is from the U.K. and will be visiting Epcot with her husband-to-be. They are in their mid-twenties and will be traveling to Epcot without children. They don’t enjoy rollercoasters or thrill rides, so their question is, “What is there to do at Epcot?” With … Read more
It’s not very often that you stumble upon the cost of dental implants being free in California. Almost all company benefit programs or Insurance plans will not cover such things as free dental implants since the procedures are classed as cosmetic surgery. Most dental plans will see this type of surgery a luxury or a … Read more
Let’s take our hats off to our country and those who have served for it. With the holiday fast encroaching, plan to head to any of our top ten Memorial Day getaways and enjoy what the long weekend is all about—good food, good friends, and celebrating freedom. Here is our guide of where to go, … Read more
Opening day is right around the bend. Detroit is crazy about sports and opening day may be the ultimate expression of that love. It’s time to have some fun. Opening day is Detroit’s wildest day. There are even efforts to make Opening Day an official holiday. There are countless tailgate parties around the city and … Read more
One of my favorite places to ski, the Rocky Mountain slopes of Alberta, Canada, are open for the 2012-2013 ski season and packed with some great new developments. Here’s a sampling. Banff’s Mt. Norquay has been open since October 25, so it has had plenty of time to work out any pre-season kinks. Current snowfall … Read more
Every day of the week, somewhere in your neck of the woods, there’s a FREE yoga class that’s perfect for you — you just need to know where to find it! You might want to start with a nearby yoga studio; most yoga studios offer a “First Class FREE” deal to new students. Some may … Read more
Since it’s already December, I figured I would go ahead and wrap up my little “Baby On a Budget” series and move on to other topics this month! To finish, I wanted to leave my “registry list,” basically those things I have truly found to be essential (and a few I’ve found to be not … Read more
Ah, yes. Life after children will never ever be the same. Before Olivia, Mike and I did a lot of traveling (we still sort of do…), and we were a lot more spontaneous, and in some ways, less thoughtful about our lives. We just did not need to plan as much. After Olivia was born, … Read more
December is here, and like many people, I’m already dreaming of warm weather. Luckily for me, my family lives in Phoenix, Arizona, so I get to escape the cold for a week and visit a warm-weather destination during my holiday vacation. With average winter temperatures in the 60s, the Phoenix metro area has so much … Read more
Do you support the Bay Area’s Public TV stations – KQED in San Francisco or KTEH in San Jose? Then whip out that membership card at the Monterey Bay Aquarium this week to get a FREE child’s admission ticket (worth $17.95) when you buy an adult ticket for $29.95. Monterey Bay Aquarium – A California … Read more