This is a review of the Craft Fair at Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill in Harrodsburg, KY. The craft show is always in August and features a large number of regional artisans – often close to 100 vendor booths. Note: If you are looking for a review of Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill, including the family activities provided, please go to… Read More
Great Wolf Lodge Review and One Night Stay Itinerary
This Great Wolf Lodge in Mason, OH review includes a fun-filled action-packed one night / two-day itinerary! A one-night stay at Great Wolf Lodge in Mason, Ohio was the perfect stay for my son’s 10th birthday trip. We packed up and took one of his friends for a fantastic water park adventure! Day One Itinerary for Great Wolf Lodge in Mason,… Read More
Pack a Disney Park Bag With Everything You Need!!
What essential items should you pack in your Disney park bag? I’ve already previously mentioned what you should pack to an amusement park trip, but what about the big trip? The ultimate theme park trip? Yes, I’m talking Disney of course! Your Disney bag or backpack requires very specific items to make your trip to your favorite Disney park more… Read More
Ways to Stay Cool at Walt Disney World in the Summer
Do you know how to stay cool at Disney? If you are traveling to Orlando, Florida to visit Walt Disney World (or any Orlando theme park for that matter), you should know it’s hot In Florida. Especially if you are traveling June, July, or August. It’s hot. Not just hot but blisteringly hot. On the sun hot. You shouldn’t let… Read More
The Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party Review
As a little treat for my son while on our Disney trip, I decided to add a Disney Dessert Party reservation. These are premium events that do cost extra in addition to your park ticket. More specifically, I reserved our spots for The Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular Dessert Party. It started out great but ended with a little… Read More
Not So Obvious Things to Pack on a Disney Cruise
If you are preparing and packing for a Disney Cruise, this list of things to pack will keep you from overlooking some of the not so obvious cruise items! I am planning a Disney Cruise with my best friend to celebrate our 40th birthdays. We both love all things Disney! She’s been on more Disney cruises than I can count,… Read More
Plan a Family Trip to Philadelphia
I went to Philadephia about 20 years ago in my late teens. I remember hating it. So, when I needed to return to a work conference, I really didn’t want to go. My husband, however, really wanted to go and we turned it into a family trip. I agreed thinking that it would at least be a good history lesson… Read More
What to Do in New York City with Your Family
Need some ideas on a trip to New York City with your family? Looking for kid friendly ideas? Here’s some tips for family travel to NYC! We love NYC. Fortunately, I’ve had several opportunities to explore the city. However, we took my son there last year when we finally felt he was old enough to enjoy and appreciate NY!… Read More







