May 23, 2013

Disney on a Budget

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We love Disney. LOVE DISNEY. I truly believe its magical, despite being a complete and total adult now. Unfortunately, unless one has a fairy godmother, it can pretty expensive. There are fabulous deals - don't get me wrong - but there's not much you can do about things like airfare, hotels or … [Read more...]

Hilton Baltimore

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Looking for a great hotel in downtown Baltimore? We've stayed at the Hilton Baltimore twice now and it is just lovely! What makes this hotel truly stand out - besides the wonderful staff - is its location. You can get rooms that overlook the Camden Yards Ballpark...   Rooms … [Read more...]

ATC On Location – Jamaica

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My husband and I love to travel - and it has gotten more difficult as we've added three kids to our family! No more hopping on a plane for a last minute getaway with a just a carry-on! We still love to travel, but execution can be tough. Often we come so exhausted that we need another vacation to … [Read more...]

Character Tuck-in at Beaches Resort

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My kids will never - EVER - forget the night that Elmo came to our room, read them a story and tucked them into bed. Colin, who is 4, was obviously super excited. He loves Sesame Street and he especially loves Elmo!! But even the older girls were beyond thrilled to have Elmo to themselves. When else … [Read more...]

Beaches Negril Room Tour

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It is no surprise that the accommodations at Beaches Negril are first class. The whole resort is completely gorgeous.  It is always tough to  travel with a family of 5 - it feels like every hotel and resort out there is designed for a family of 4. But Beaches has tons of rooms that accommodate up … [Read more...]

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

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I was so excited to stay at the beautiful Coronado Springs Resort at Walt Disney World Resort!   Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort is a Southwest-themed Disney Moderate Resort hotel encircling Lago Dorado—a glimmering 22-acre lake—that evokes the spirit and romance of … [Read more...]

Congress Hall Room Tour

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Congress Hall in Cape May, NJ, is an absolute gem. I love staying here - it is one of my favorite hotels on earth! Congress Hall was built 1878 and lovingly renovated by owner Curtis Bradshaw in 2002 - this past week marked the 10th anniversary of the Congress Hall renovation. It has the perfect … [Read more...]

Family Favorite Activities at Beaches Negril

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Our whole family had a total blast at Beaches Negril! There was so much to do. We are not a sit-and-relax kind of family. I think we saw every activity Beaches had to offer! We spent every breakfast making a huge list of everything we wanted to do that day! My husband's favorite part was … [Read more...]

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort

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At the Disney Social Media Moms celebration, we got a sneak peek of the newest value hotel at the Walt Disney World Resort - Disney's Art of Animation Resort. The first phase of the hotel opens May 31, 2012. This Disney Resort hotel invites you to become a part of your favorite animated films. At … [Read more...]

Disney’s Yacht Club Resort

Just last week, I enjoyed a fabulous three night stay at Disney's Yacht Club, part of the gorgeous Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. And let me just say, every resort I stay at at Disney World is just as amazing as the last! Disney's Yacht Club Resort is a lakeside Disney Deluxe … [Read more...]