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What is one of the best things about vacation…? The food! No cooking, no washing dishes and ordering local cuisine. It is one of the small things that makes me appreciate a vacation that much more. At the Disney Aulani … Read more
Last month I had the amazing opportunity to spend a few days at Disney’s Aulani Resort & Spa in Hawaii. While there, I had the pleasure of meeting with Chef Kevin Chong for a delicious cooking tutorial on how to prepare a … Read more
I’ve never been one to make friends easily. I kept the same core group of friends throughout my entire high school career, in fact we’re still friends today. But as life moved on and I moved away from the security … Read more
Did you know there are 312 characters that make up the kingdom of Arendelle from Frozen? While the population is quite small for a kingdom, there’s actually more characters in Frozen than in any other Disney film to date! If … Read more
Jellyfish are some of the most unusual yet fascinating creatures to be found in the ocean. These water-dwelling jellies have no brain, bones, heart, blood or lungs yet they’re able to use their nerves as a sense of light, smell … Read more
The Turtle Hospital of Marathon, Florida opened its doors in 1986 with the goal of rehabilitating injured sea turtles and returning them to their natural habitat. In addition to spreading awareness, educating the public, conducting research and passing legislation to support … Read more
The Commonwealth of Bahamas (or the Bahamas) consists of 29 islands just 55 miles off the Florida coast. It’s year round daily average temperature of 70-80 degrees, white sandy beaches on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, and easy accessibility are … Read more
Thanks to my invitation from Kia to cover the LPGA Performance Awards, I was able to escape the onset of a brutal Michigan winter and run away to none other than the Ritz Carlton in Naples, Florida. The 80 degree weather … Read more
“I Do. Me Too” Everyone puts these on the soles of their shoes. Since we had a barefoot beach wedding, it seemed only appropriate to put them on our feet :) Thank you to KTPhotography.
This post brought to you by Puerto Rico, The All-Star Island. All opinions are 100% mine. As a US Commonwealth (read: no need for Passports or foreign money) many people flock to Puerto Rico and its 270 miles of coastline as a … Read more
Looking back on 2013, it’s been a great year for Disney Family movie releases on DVD/Blu-ray. Want to see someone’s face light up with that “I love it” smile? You can’t go wrong with any of these! Frankenweenie (January 8, 2013) … Read more
Hotel Abrego Monterey CA provides American Craftsman style and elegance in the heart of Northern California. With its custom designed guest rooms, an impressive array of amenities and impeccable service, Hotel Abrego defines grandeur in every way. While attending the … Read more
I’ve been fortunate to attend a few Disney blogger press trips over the last three years and each time I can’t help but notice the excitement and wonder that strikes first timers. It makes me reflect on my first trip … Read more
If you have never been to Michigan, we pride ourselves on many things in the Great Lakes State. Our lakes being one of them, but also our vineyards, breweries, ski resorts, local festivals and the ability to find something fun … Read more
Well it’s finally here. We are headed to the Dominican Republic in just a couple days for our wedding!! We’re super excited. Obviously for our marriage, but that we also have this opportunity to take a family vacation exploring a … Read more
When it comes to decorating pumpkins for Halloween, some decide to go with traditional cutouts depicting ghosts or faces, while others thrive on getting creative and coming up with a design all their own. Why I am a sucker for … Read more