For my family, spring break is the perfect time to relax and take a break from the yearly school madness. Heck, Mr. Locke works for a public school so it goes for him as well. And, most spring breaks entail us simply hanging out around the house or taking day trips so we can get back home at the end of the day. So, I hit up my travel-writing friends for the scoop on their fave … [Read more...] about Midwest Spring Break Daycation Ideas for Families
How to Survive Disney World Spring Break: 6 Do’s and Don’ts
You're going to Walt Disney World during spring break - yay! With the fun that comes along with taking a break from the daily grind, there's so much going on in the parks that your head will be in a happy spin. Flowers will be in bloom, temps will be decent, and, when spring hits the parks, the fun is amped up - and that includes crowds. From where to eat to when to hit the … [Read more...] about How to Survive Disney World Spring Break: 6 Do’s and Don’ts
4 Things to Do BEFORE Rope Drop at Magic Kingdom
Hands down, visiting the park before rope drop at Magic Kingdom is one of my favorite times to be in the park. Why? Crowds are much smaller than in afternoon, the heat is generally more agreeable, and there's so much potential. Potential to hop on and off attractions and walk without being shoulder to shoulder. But did you know that you can actually enter the park before rope … [Read more...] about 4 Things to Do BEFORE Rope Drop at Magic Kingdom
18 Magical Reasons to Visit Disney World in 2018
Look, I never truly need a reason to visit Walt Disney World. Ever. But I do love planning for my next vacation knowing there are new things to check out. Then there's visiting because I adore something in the parks so much that I'm compelled to go. So, I started looking into what's new in the parks, what's coming back, and what you have to check out this year. From a brand new … [Read more...] about 18 Magical Reasons to Visit Disney World in 2018
Is Castaway Bay Water Park Fun for Teens? 5 Reasons We Say Yes
If you think your teenager may have outgrown visiting water parks, think again. A recent visit to Castaway Bay Water Park in Sandusky, Ohio this frigid January was not only a respite from the cold, it was time well spent with my teenage daughter. Is Castaway Bay Water Park Fun for Teens? From the food to the classic arcade, here's five reasons why we say yes. Castaway … [Read more...] about Is Castaway Bay Water Park Fun for Teens? 5 Reasons We Say Yes