Visiting Mammoth Cave National Park in central Kentucky requires a little advanced planning, as tickets are typically sold out about a week in advance. We scheduled our visit in conjunction with Dollywood. Currently, only self-guided tours are available, but Park Rangers are strategically positioned throughout the cave to answer questions and keep traffic moving. Mammoth… Continue reading Mammoth Cave National Park
Author: Ebony Aelterman
Dollywood
We visited Dollywood three years ago, and a subsequent visit was long overdue. As we were there the week of the park's 35th Anniversary, we got to enjoy the inaugural Dollywood's Flower and Food Festival. Similar to the Epcot Flower and Garden Festival in Disney World, the theme park comes alive with larger-than-life plant sculptures,… Continue reading Dollywood
Dollywood Splash Country
Next door to Dollywood's DreamMore Resort, is Dollywood Splash Country. It is a 35-acre mountain oasis perfect for cooling down in the heat of summer. As guests of the resort, our park privileges included: i. COVID pre-screening at the resort ii. Tram to the park's entrance v. Early Saturday entry iv. Complimentary package delivery Once… Continue reading Dollywood Splash Country
Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa
Last week, we enjoyed a mini vacation at Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa. After the challenges of the last few months, it was just the break we needed! When determining where we wanted to go, it was of utmost importance that the destination prioritized guest safety. Dollywood's DreamMore Resort and Spa capped capacity at 50%… Continue reading Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa
Too Good To Be True?!
As a travel advisor and expert in my industry, I receive a lot of questions about travel. Currently this is my most asked question: When will we be able to travel again? Well, that is a loaded question, and one that can be difficult to answer but here is my best shot: You can travel… Continue reading Too Good To Be True?!
Ark Encounter and Onyx Cave
A few weekends ago, we grew tired of staring at the same four walls. On the Friday after work, we mapped out a route to visit the Ark Encounter in Kentucky, and headed out late Saturday morning. (We were actually supposed to be on vacation at Universal Orlando, but at the very last minute decided… Continue reading Ark Encounter and Onyx Cave
Summer Bucket List 2020
Our Summer Bucket List will be very different from last year's. The move + worldwide pandemics + travel restrictions have really affected our plans. But we're nothing if not resilient. So what's on tap? 1. Visit someplace new.If/when my mom visits later this summer, the DH and I have a romantic getaway planned to Key… Continue reading Summer Bucket List 2020
Home is Where the Heart Is
In April, the DH accepted his dream job which resulted in us trading in the Heart of Dixie for the Volunteer State. We've visited a number of times in the past, so I thought now would be a great time for a Tennessee Road Trip recap. Chattanooga In July 2014, we visited Chattanooga. We did… Continue reading Home is Where the Heart Is
Family Travel Adventures LLC Turns 3!!!
Welcome to the official website for Family Travel Adventures LLC! This month, my little business turns 3, and I could not be more thankful for your support! I have been blessed to plan dream vacations all over the world for my family and friends and have poured my heart and soul into creating memorable experiences.… Continue reading Family Travel Adventures LLC Turns 3!!!
Universal Orlando Resort – Loews Portofino Bay and CityWalk
For our recent visit to Universal Orlando Resort, we stayed at Loews Portofino - one of three premier resorts on property. It was already dark when we arrived, so this was our very first impression - a moonlit bay nestled on the Riviera. Breathtaking! Loews Portofino was inspired by the quaint Ligurian fishing village in… Continue reading Universal Orlando Resort – Loews Portofino Bay and CityWalk
