Grand Cayman Day 4: Turtles and Hell
With the majority of the Grand Cayman island self explored, it was time for our family to make our way to the Western Bay area, as well as start planning some paid excursions. First thing we did, after...
View ArticleGrand Cayman Day 5: Stingrays and Tarpon
For our fifth day on Grand Cayman, we elected to go on a chartered boat trip with Captain Marvin’s to Stingray City. After a 10% discount, the trip for 2 adults and 1 child was only around $110 US,...
View ArticleGrand Cayman Day 6: Return to Rum and Starfish
By day 6 of our family Cayman island adventure, We had pretty much explored the majority of the island by vehicle. So we decided to spend the day enjoying some favorites, as well as taking in something...
View ArticleReview: Holiday Inn Resort Grand Cayman
Our family spent quite a bit of back and forth on where we wanted to stay in Grand Cayman. We ultimately decided to spend 6 nights at the Holiday Inn Resort Grand Cayman, where we secured a friends and...
View ArticleReview: Grand Cayman Comfort Suites & Resort
Upon booking 6 nights at the Holiday Inn Resort Grand Cayman, we elected to “save the best for last” with two nights at the Grand Cayman Comfort Suites & Resort. We had used up some old points via...
View ArticleTop 10 Things to Do with Kids in Grand Cayman
Are you headed to Grand Cayman and wondering if you should bring the kids? Sure you may be looking for a relaxing vacation away from the family, but you can also create priceless memories with your...
View ArticleOhio Renaissance Festival Discounts
Just like I have a weird desire to go to the San Diego Comic Con one year (yet I have never read a comic book in my life), one of the items on our family’s bucket list has been to go to a Renaissance...
View Article300 Free La Quinta Returns Points (Sept-Oct 2015)
La Quinta has been offering free points approximately every quarter for watching some promotional videos. Since 2012, guests could earn 300 points routinely by visiting their website and entering your...
View ArticleReview: 2015 Ohio Renaissance Festival
As with most people with a desire to travel and get out and do things, there are quite a few bucket list items we have always wanted to do with our kids. While we are not into participating in cosplay,...
View ArticleLEGO® KidsFest Announces Tour Stops for 2016 at New and Returning Markets
(Hartford, CT) LEGO KidsFest kicks off its eighth year on the road with new tour stops and a return to some popular markets. New tour stops in 2016 include Charlotte, NC (Feb. 19-21), Harrisburg, PA...
View Article3 Places to Love in Akron Ohio
While the weather is still enjoyable, our family elected to take a drive down “south” to the Akron, Ohio area on a Sunday to take in the Akron Zoo, Swensons Drive In, and Quaker Square. Read on to see...
View ArticleSt Louis with Kids Over the Holidays
Thanksgiving can be many different things to families. Typically, most families spend their time with family around the dinner table enjoying a typical turkey dinner. Thanksgiving dinner with family...
View ArticleKennywood Holiday Lights
When I was growing up, I specifically remember the day our parents told us we were going to make a trip to Kennywood amusement park near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I was in my early teens if I recall...
View ArticleReview: Sheraton Fallsview Indoor Waterpark (Niagara Falls)
Our family has been to our fair share of indoor waterparks, but to celebrate my wife’s birthday and get out of the winter cold, we decided to try out the Fallsview Indoor Waterpark Niagara Falls. How...
View ArticleTripAdvisor, the Travel Planning Tool
Every family has their own hierarchy, and consequently, everyone should know where they fit in with their family dynamics. For example, in our house, I know what I am good at when it comes to planning...
View ArticleReview: Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky
Have you stayed at one of the Great Wolf Lodge properties? Our family had the privilege to stay at the Great Wolf Lodge Sandusky, Ohio recently as part of a long weekend. We opted to take advantage of...
View ArticleReview: Orchid Mania (Cleveland Botanical Gardens)
Have you checked out Orchid Mania (Cleveland Botanical Gardens)? This once a year event highlights the beauty of the orchid family of flora, bringing hundreds of orchid variety on display throughout...
View ArticleReview: Dollywood for Families
Millions of guests visit the Smoky Mountain region every year. Most take in some iconic hikes to see waterfalls and nature. Others spend time taking in the various tourists activities from mini-golf to...
View ArticleReasons to Bring the Family to the Ohio Renaissance Festival
One of our family’s favorite surprise adventures last year was visiting the 2015 Ohio Renaissance Festival. Forget your cares and step back in time to this 30-acre re-created 16th Century English...
View ArticleReview: Lego Brick Universe (Columbus, Ohio)
My parents always taught me that you should always learn something from the experiences you do in life. So I live with that mantra on a daily basis and strive for greatness and learning from my...
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