We'd always planned to visit Hawai'i. And last spring, we finally decided to make it happen. For months I poured over every detail from the resort to the excursions to our self-drive Circle Tour. And even after multiple protocol changes and having to delay our trip by a month, it was worth every minute of… Continue reading How we spent one week on O’ahu
Author: Ebony Aelterman
And the winner is…
From the bottom of my heart, I thank each of you who entered and shared this giveaway. It was a great success with entries from all over the country. Alas, there can be only one...Congratulations Kimberly Wilder of Mountain Brook, AL! ChEARs to a magical vacation at The Happiest Place on Earth!
Who’s ready to win a vacation to The Most Magical Place on Earth?!
M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E Ok, how many of you sang that in your mind? I know I did when I typed it! 😊Fall means it's time for another giveaway, and this is my most favorite kind!!! Along with my head office Classic Travel Connection, Family Travel Adventures LLC is giving away a Walt Disney World vacation! There's nothing… Continue reading Who’s ready to win a vacation to The Most Magical Place on Earth?!
DIY Jack Skellington Pumpkin
On the heels of our Fall Break visit to Walt Disney World, I'm sharing the easiest DIY Jack Skellington pumpkin ever. Here's how to achieve the same look. Materials Pumpkin (I wish I had a before picture of the pumpkin I thrifted. It was a hodgepodge of fall-colored leaves.)PencilPaints (white, black, brown, gold; chalk paint… Continue reading DIY Jack Skellington Pumpkin
Trails End Restaurant
Update February 2023: This spring, Trails End Restaurant will be reimagined as a marketplace concept with expanded quick service options. Closing date TBD. This will leave Hoop-Dee-Doo Musical Revue as the sole table service option at Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort & Campgrounds. But if you're staying nearby, try Storybook Dining at Artist Point with Snow… Continue reading Trails End Restaurant
Enchanting Extras at Walt Disney World Resort
As the kids get older and have fine-tuned their interests in the parks, we've begun incorporating more non-park days and/or seeking new-to-us activities. Here's a look at what we did this trip, as well as an overview of other experiences offered. Trail Rides The tween has taken a few horseback riding lessons and jumped at… Continue reading Enchanting Extras at Walt Disney World Resort
Happy 50th Birthday Walt Disney World!
On October 1, Walt Disney World Resort celebrated its 50th birthday, and kicked off an 18-month long celebration. We couldn't wait to spend our Fall Break at The Most Magical Place on Earth! Highlights of The World's Most Magical Celebration include: EARidescent Excitement with dazzling decorations, new looks for Mickey, Minnie and Friends and magical… Continue reading Happy 50th Birthday Walt Disney World!
Sinema Nashville
Friday night, the DH and I met up with friends at Sinema Nashville. Housed in the former historic 1940s Melrose Theatre, the restaurant pays homage to the history of the theatre, it's Art Deco style, and all of your favorite actors of the Golden Age of Hollywood. Outside, I love that the restaurant either kept… Continue reading Sinema Nashville
Long Weekend in Key West {Where to Eat}
Oh my goodness, has it really been a week since I promised this post? No worries, it's worth the wait! If you love seafood, you'll enjoy dining in Key West immensely! I'm going to break down our favorites, many of which we ate at multiple times over our long weekend! Don't blink, or you'll miss… Continue reading Long Weekend in Key West {Where to Eat}
Long Weekend in Key West {What to Do}
Key West is such a fun little city to explore. Most of the major attractions are close together, so it makes for a perfect weekend getaway. Though the area is very touristy, Key West still maintains some of its historic charm. Instagrammable Spots US1 Mile Marker 0 At the corner of Fleming and Whitehead Street is… Continue reading Long Weekend in Key West {What to Do}
