Hotel costs can eat up a big portion of your family's vacation budget. There's a reason why so many people spend a lot of time reading reviews before finalizing their decision. The larger your travel group is, the longer your required amenities list is and the closer you want to be to the city center or major tourist attractions all play a big role in determining final hotel … [Read more...]
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How to Have a Relaxing Walt Disney World Vacation
Is it possible to have a relaxing vacation at Walt Disney World? With four theme parks, two water parks, Downtown Disney, daily parades and fireworks, and hundreds of pressed pennies to add to your collection it's extremely difficult to say no and plan some time for some R&R. Vacations are supposed to be relaxing. You're supposed to return home feeling refreshed, … [Read more...]
Why Families Should Consider Renting Points for DVC Resort Hotels
Have you considered staying at a Disney Vacation Club (DVC) resort hotel but not sure how to go about booking a room or a villa if you're not a DVC member? Late last year, my family rented points for a DVC resort hotel stay before cruising around the Caribbean. I spent many days trying to figure out how renting works and spent even more time breaking down what this Disney … [Read more...]
6 Tips for First Time Orlando Theme Park Visitors
This post is sponsored by Bayer. To make sure these products are right for you, always read and follow the label. Orlando theme parks – Walt Disney World and Universal Studios - have crowds every day of the year. For many families, March Break/Spring Break is prime time for a magical (and sunny) getaway with the kids. With thousands of families heading to the theme park … [Read more...]
Why and When to Buy Travel Insurance for Your Cruise Vacation
It can be easy for anyone to get caught up in the glitz and glam of an upcoming cruise vacation. The food and entertainment, the pools and beaches, and the exotic destinations - these are the best parts of a cruise. It can also be easy to overlook an important component that isn’t included: travel insurance. Purchasing travel insurance for your family cruise might seem … [Read more...]