A few years ago, my go-to New Year's Eve celebration of choice was to hop into my jammies, grab a few snacks, and try to stay awake until the ball dropped in Times Square. Lately, I've found a reason to stay out and party with my family (yes, there are plenty of family-friendly New Year's parties in my area!). One of my favorite ways is to hunt down unusual ball-dropping … [Read more...] about Quirky (But Cool!) Ohio New Year’s Eve Ball-Dropping Ceremonies
Escape the Cold with These Best Pittsburgh Indoor Activities
Visiting Pittsburgh, PA, any time of year is always fun. There's the outdoor water sports and events from spring through fall, the gardens and parks to trek through when the weather is mild, and all of those amazing restaurants to dine at any time of year. But when the temps start falling, I know I begin thinking of fun, indoor activities in Pittsburgh to take my family. From … [Read more...] about Escape the Cold with These Best Pittsburgh Indoor Activities
DIY Disney Ornaments: 6 Easy Steps Mickey Mouse Ornament Tutorial
I like to consider myself crafty, especially when it comes to DIY Disney ornaments. I'm decent with a hot glue gun, love to find inspiration in our local craft stores, and am always on the hunt for simple (and affordable!) holiday make-it-yourself gifts. On a recent visit to Walt Disney World, the fam and I hit Disney Springs for a morning of shopping and popped into Disney's … [Read more...] about DIY Disney Ornaments: 6 Easy Steps Mickey Mouse Ornament Tutorial
How to Cancel a Walt Disney World Reservation
No one wants to ever think about canceling vacation to Walt Disney World. Man, just thinking about it makes me unhappy. But it does happen. There's the tickets you've purchased, the Advanced Dining Reservations you've scheduled, and the resort room reservations as well. So, what does happen if you have to cancel a Walt Disney World reservation? Honestly, it totally depends on … [Read more...] about How to Cancel a Walt Disney World Reservation
How to Do Major Holidays at Walt Disney World
When it comes to the major holidays at Walt Disney World there's one thing I always hear: it's too crowded to enjoy attractions. The second thing that's always brought up is the increase in prices for peak seasons. Is there a way to enjoy the holiday fun in the parks without breaking the bank and losing your sanity? You betcha. Rope Drop Is the Way to Begin the Day You'll … [Read more...] about How to Do Major Holidays at Walt Disney World