Fordyce Bathhouse is not only the Visitor Center for Hot Springs National Park, but also a museum! Guests can tour the grand bathhouse and marvel at the beautiful stained glass ceilings, marble walls and statues. Whether you take the narrated tour or the self-guided tour, you are sure to enjoy the exhibits, stories of the bathhouse and […]
Tips for Visiting America’s Largest Waterpark Resort
I don’t know if you have heard, but it gets pretty cold here in Chicago. In our family we have a favorite way to beat the winter time blues and shake up our summers, we head north to the Wilderness. The Wilderness Resort to be exact. America’s largest waterpark resort! The Wilderness Resort Located a short […]
Safety in the Skies for Small Fries
Imagine you’re in a plane, flying 30,000 feet above the ground at 500 miles per hour. Suddenly, the flight encounters turbulence so severe a woman flies out of her seat cracking the ceiling with her head…turbulence so unexpected and serious, two passengers and three flight attendants (one in critical condition) are taken to hospital after […]
What to See & Do in Hot Springs National Park
In October, my family and I traveled to Arkansas, The Natural State. Our road trip was to Hot Springs National Park, the oldest park managed by the National Park System. “The park calls itself the “oldest area in the national park system” because in 1832, 40 years before Yellowstone became the first national park, President […]
Dining at Cobalt Restaurant – Orange Beach, AL
On a recent trip to the beach to celebrate our 20th anniversary, my husband and I were delighted to have dinner at Cobalt Restaurant in Orange Beach, Alabama. I am excited to share the tastes and sights Cobalt has to offer! We wanted somewhere special to celebrate this occasion, and I am here to say […]
Kid-Friendly New Year’s Eve at LEGOLAND California
Finding a New Year’s Eve celebration is pretty easy, but finding one that the kids love can be a struggle. LEGOLAND California to the rescue! Musical guests, fireworks and a special ball drop – This party caters to younger kids and parents alike. New Year’s Even just got better! We adore all the LEGOLAND California […]
Skip the Table Top Games this Winter–Try an Escape Room!
There are 40 minutes left on the clock. You’ve looked under chairs, flipped through books, checked every drawer and carefully stockpiled clues in a central location. Meanwhile, on the other side of the room, your friend notices that there are tiny words printed in the eyes of the Elvis poster on the wall. He can’t quite […]
Magically Distracted in Riviera Maya!
With cooler weather setting in, I was more than happy to head down to warm, tropical Riviera Maya, Mexico earlier this month! I was definitely “Magically Distracted” by the beauty of the Iberostar Paraiso Beach Resort! This was my first trip to Mexico, and it did not disappoint! Arrival We spent 5 days and 4 […]
The Purple Cow Restaurant – Holy Cow! It’s a Wow!
Several weeks ago, my family and I traveled to The Natural State, Arkansas. Earlier this month, I wrote my review of a great place to stay while in the area, Country Inn & Suites by Carlson. Today, I’ll share my thoughts on a fantastic place to eat, The Purple Cow Restaurant. Location, Location, Location Like Country Inn & […]
LEGOLAND California Offers Up Brick-Smashing Black Friday Deals!
LEGOLAND California is throwing a discount brick at ticket and hotel prices for Black Friday and Cyber Monday! And let me tell you these are deals you don’t want to miss. These bricktastic deals go live at midnight on November 25, 2016 and will end midnight on November 28, 2016. 50% off one-day LEGOLAND and […]