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Volcano Bay is my favorite water park EVER. I try not to throw around terms like “favorite” and “the best” but out of all the water parks I’ve visited with my family, Volcano Bay, at Universal Orlando Resort, is my very favorite.  Volcano Bay Tips You can use to plan your trip  Volcano Bay is…

Lots of families flock to the sunshine state for vacation because of the Orlando area theme parks. If you’re looking to branch out, Tampa Bay is a fun, urban destination to explore. Less than 70 miles away from Orlando and an easy 90-minute drive Tampa Bay has lots to offer. Here are 8 things to…

Whether you consider yourself an American History buff or not, chances are you’ll enjoy exploring Colonial Williamsburg. Although I can easily see why people want to spend days or even a full week in this neck of the woods, we only had a day and a half. Here’s what you need to know for a…

If you’re looking for a Florida vacation that’s not focused on theme parks, the Hammock Beach Resort needs to be at the top of your list. The Hammock Beach Resort Golf Resort and Spa is about an hour away from Jacksonville and about 20 minutes away from St. Augustine and I’m excited to share six…

Universal Studios Florida is known as the park in Orlando where the older kids go. We took our kids to Universal Studios Orlando when they were six and again when they were seven and we no longer think that Universal is the place for older kids or that the Disney Parks are the only option…

I love upstate New York and I think this region is one of the BEST kept secrets we have as a country. I was lucky enough to get to spend some time in this area this fall and I’m already planning my next trip…yes, really I am! The scenery is beautiful, the people are friendly…

Have you ever been to Rochester New York? If you haven’t, I absolutely recommend it as a weekend city break or a longer vacation. I just came back from a week in upstate New York and I’m in EL-OH-VEE-EE LOVE with this area of our country. If you think New York is just the Empire…