August 11, 2014
Walt Disney World is a fantastic family vacation destination all year long. Yet the resort particularly shines during holidays and special events. Outside of the Christmas season, one of the most beloved events of the year is the annual Food and Wine Festival at Epcot. About Food and Wine Established in 1995 as a small ...
August 1, 2014
After tickets and lodging, dining is arguably the most expensive element of a Walt Disney World vacation. Shoestring travelers are generally good at avoiding the priciest souvenirs, but even smaller items can be extremely costly. Fortunately, savvy budgeters can find a plethora of deals on both dining and shopping by following a few simple tips. ...
July 17, 2014
Whether you are a thrill-seeker with an appetite for high speed, or prefer to wade through a tranquil pool, these 10 best waterparks in the USA have something for everyone in your family. From tots and teens, to adults with frisky genes, few things beat a visit to a waterpark on a hot summer’s ...
March 5, 2013
Sharp teeth, claws, bony plates, and tough jaws: Alligators are living fossils that date back about 200 million years to the Cretaceous period, when the Earth was a swampy expanse of forming continents and muggy weather, and where dinosaurs and other animal life thrived among the dense forests and thick vegetation that grew in a ...
January 12, 2013
Marco Island borders a strip of islets off the southwestern Florida coast called the Ten Thousand Islands. It is a barrier island known for its tropical rainy and dry seasons, powdery-soft white sand beaches, and passionate sunsets that blaze over a shimmering horizon on the Gulf Coast. It is the kind of place where one ...
November 8, 2012
These resorts make for perfect family escapes for those looking for a little fun in the warmth of the sun. Their gorgeous locations and plenty of onsite and local amenities and attractions make for a memorable visit. Coral Beach Resort & Suites – Myrtle Beach, South Carolina A highly-ranked Atlantic beachfront resort, Coral Beach ...
September 16, 2012
In Fantasy of Flight: Let Your Imagination Soar, I talked about the intangible qualities that make the attraction a unique playground of wonder for all ages. But how does it all work? What specific activities and exhibits does Kermit Weeks use to draw guests into his vision for transcending our limitations and reaching for our ...
September 13, 2012
It all started with a beagle. One specific beagle. Snoopy. From the hit 1966 song “Snoopy vs. the Red Baron” by The Royal Guardsmen. When Kermit Weeks first heard that tune as a young teenager, his imagination exploded. His interest in aviation skyrocketed (pun intended), and by the time he was 17, he had already ...
September 10, 2012
Walt Disney World is internationally known as a premier destination for families. From the tiniest kids to the most elderly grandparents, Disney’s winning formula includes plenty of fun, excitement and wonder for all. What is less known, however, is that in addition to the 26 Disney-owned resorts, 8 partner hotels and 450-home multimillion dollar residential ...
August 9, 2012
Amusement parks have long been a preferred venue for families in search of exciting entertainment. From favorite roller coasters, to high-speed thrillers, traditional family and children’s rides, live entertainment, shops and dining, these alphabetically listed parks have something for everyone in the family. BUSCH GARDENS WILLIAMSBURG – Williamsburg, Virginia One of the most ...
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