For our adult getaway, we stayed at The Westin Seattle. This iconic hotel features twin circular towers bridged by the common areas at the base. It is ideally located in the downtown area, within walking distance of many of the major attractions. With Seattle being one of the most walkable cities in the country, location… Continue reading 5 Days in Seattle {Where to Stay}
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The Complete Guide to Traveling with Teens & Tweens
My kiddos are at that age where they want to be treated like young adults, but can still throw tantrums like toddlers. Any other mamas out there appreciate what I'm referring to? It baffles me that one day they can't get enough hugs and kisses, and other days I'm lava. I get it. It's a… Continue reading The Complete Guide to Traveling with Teens & Tweens
Four Years Later
A casual discussion about travel four years ago, led me to reach out to Classic Travel Connection for advice on becoming one of their travel agents. Fast forward to 2021, I marvel at how this trajectory changed my life. In the last year alone, I've transitioned to travel full-time, survived major highs and lows in… Continue reading Four Years Later
Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Disney's Pop Century Resort is a fun, family-friendly, value resort. Parents and grandparents will enjoy the walk down memory lane as the larger-than-life theming highlights pop culture from the1950s to the 1990s. Set alongside Hourglass Lake, the resort couldn't be any cuter if it tried. Disney's Pop Century Resort and sister property Disney's Art of… Continue reading Disney’s Pop Century Resort
Crystal Palace, Magic Kingdom
Update 9/12/2021: Crystal Palace is once again a buffet-style dining restaurant, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You can review the menu here. I have never been more excited for a meal at Disney. Crystal Palace was NOT one of my favorite dining options pre-COVID. Don't get me wrong. The service, ambiance, and décor were top… Continue reading Crystal Palace, Magic Kingdom
Chefs de France, Epcot
The France Pavilion in World Showcase is always popular. It oozes Parisian charm through the architecture, music playing over loudspeakers, and smells wafting from Les Halles Boulangerie-Patisserie. The pavilion is currently going through an expansion which will include the attraction Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, and dining venue La Creperie de Paris. Both are set to open… Continue reading Chefs de France, Epcot
Adulting at Disney
Disney World with adults is an entirely different experience than Disney World with kids. Don't get me wrong, family trips are great fun. But adult trips are the perfect opportunity to focus on the things you want to do that the kids don't always have the patience for. And only being responsible for getting yourself… Continue reading Adulting at Disney
An Afternoon at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
After being in the Greater Nashville Area for a year, we finally made it to Cheekwood Estate & Gardens. This visit was my Mother's Day present and I'm so glad we went. Originally the home of the Cheek Family, the 11 bed / 12 bath mansion was completed in 1932, complete with two elevators, a… Continue reading An Afternoon at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens
And the winner is…
The winner of the Walt Disney World vacation package is...drum roll please... https://youtu.be/SH_wW-Ks1mA Congratulations Pamela Groover of Pelham, AL! I'm so excited for you!! Missed the original giveaway announcement? Let's fix that stat! Subscribe to my blog, or email ebony@classictravelconnection.com to be added to my email list. You'll be glad you did!
Disney and Universal Updates To Be Aware Of
I'm popping in to share all the exciting news Disney and Universal released recently. Let's start with the Disney Wish that sets sail next summer. Booking starts May 17th for Platinum Castaway Club Members, and opens to the public May 27th! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EgBhJzM0M48 Cinderella Castle received her final adornments when the final turret caps were added in… Continue reading Disney and Universal Updates To Be Aware Of
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