Thanksgiving week is the one of the most exciting and busy weeks of the year in New York City. There's holiday décor everywhere you look, multiple ice rinks welcoming skaters every day, and of course preparation for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. This year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is set to return to pre-pandemic form and will be taking place Thursday November … [Read more...]
Why Stay at a Universal Orlando Hotel & How to Pick the Best One for Your Family
Planning a Universal Orlando theme park vacation not only includes determining how much time to spend at each of the theme parks but also finding the perfect home away from home. If you’re a first time visitor, you can count on spending the majority of your time at the parks, but you’ll also need a comfortable and clean place to unwind and relax because park days can … [Read more...]
Walt Disney World Resort Hotels for Large Families (5 to 12 People)
If you are planning a trip to Walt Disney World and want to take advantage of the benefits of staying at a Walt Disney World Resort Hotel, you probably know that the list of accommodations to choose from is extensive. However, if you have a large family or travel group (5+ people), trying to decide the best option for your home away from home is challenging as most resort … [Read more...]
How to Travel with Toddlers while Potty Training
We've traveled successfully with both our kids during the potty training phase and wanted to share a few tips on how we survived with minimal accidents. There were a few but none so disastrous that it's been saved in my long-term memory. HA! Here are a few travel tips for parents starting or partly through the potty training process with their … [Read more...]
12 Good Luck Foods and Dishes for Lunar New Year
In just a few weeks, many families around the world will be gathering for multi-course meals to celebrate the Lunar New Year (also known as Chinese New Year). February 11th marks the end of the Year of the Rat and on February 12th the Year of the Ox begins. According to Chinese astrology, those born in the Year of the Ox are loyal, hardworking, grounded, reliable and gentle. … [Read more...]