Since March, we've been very selective about which stores we visit, how we shop for groceries, which restaurants we patronize, and places we visit. For our annual Thanksgiving trip, I knew a vacation to Walt Disney World would check all of our personal boxes for safety. So what's different at Walt Disney World? And is… Continue reading Thanksgiving at Disney – COVID Precautions
Author: Ebony Aelterman
Holidays at Universal Orlando
December 2019 at Loews Portofino Bay Hotel at Universal Orlando Christmastime is always extra special at Universal Orlando Resort! And I hear from impeccable sources that not even The Grinch can steal holiday joy this year! From November 14 - January 3rd, you can get in on the mind-blowing, mischief-making, action-packed adventure of a lifetime.… Continue reading Holidays at Universal Orlando
Exploring St Lucia
As difficult as it was to tear myself away from Sandals Grande St. Lucian, I decided to spend my one free day exploring the island. Per government regulations, only certified operators are allowed to conduct tours, and there are some restrictions in place to promote guest safety. As part of my service, I advise my… Continue reading Exploring St Lucia
St Lucia and Sandals Grande St. Lucian
*Effective 4/2/2022 there is no requirement for pre-test travel or quarantine for fully vaccinated travelers. Unvaccinated travelers aged 5 years and older must have a valid negative Standard COVID-19 PCR test done within 5 days prior to arrival. Last week, I had the privilege to spend four glorious days in St. Lucia at Sandals Grande St. Lucian as part… Continue reading St Lucia and Sandals Grande St. Lucian
Concierge Travel for 2021 with Adventures by Disney Private Adventures
I've been thinking a lot about 2021 travel, and noticing a distinct trend toward concierge small groups. Any why not?! This is the perfect way to safely social distance, without giving up the desire to travel, and do so responsibly. To that end, I'd like to introduce Adventures by Disney. WHAT IS ADVENTURES BY DISNEY? Take everything you… Continue reading Concierge Travel for 2021 with Adventures by Disney Private Adventures
Mickey Pumpkin
With a month until our Disney World Thanksgiving trip, and Disney withdrawal setting in, I needed a magical fix to tide me over. That's when the idea for a Mickey pumpkin was born. It is so easy, and would make a super cute DIY Halloween project to do with the littles. Materials needed: Dollar Tree… Continue reading Mickey Pumpkin
Fall Break on Jekyll Island
After what felt like the longest 9-week term ever, the kids made it to Fall Break. To celebrate, we spent the most relaxing week on Jekyll Island. Our plan was to have no plan, and simply enjoy our time sans schoolwork, deadlines, and technology issues. Too bad this cutie missed the memo. Jekyll Island has… Continue reading Fall Break on Jekyll Island
Vacation Ideas for Coffee Lovers
Earlier this week, for National Coffee Day, I shared a post about coffee-centered vacations. A number of my coffee-loving counterparts remarked they didn't realize you could take a vacation that was centered around coffee. Well, you absolutely can! So I thought I'd go more in depth about what this kind of vacation would look like,… Continue reading Vacation Ideas for Coffee Lovers
Frightful Fun at Universal Orlando
Halloween Horror Nights may not be happening this year, but Universal Orlando has dreamed up other frightfully fun ideas to scare even its most stoic guests. And its included with daytime admission to Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure! September 26-27 and October 3-November 1 will be scary good! BRAVE TWO HAUNTED HOUSES… Continue reading Frightful Fun at Universal Orlando
Every Kid Outdoors
Parents, if you have a fourth grader, your family can visit over 2,000 federal lands and waters - including National Parks - at no charge. Fourth Grade Teachers can also apply for their students. Every Kid Outdoors is an effort to connect America's youth to public lands, to ensure a new generation of stewards. The… Continue reading Every Kid Outdoors
