Travel
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Mother-Daughter Bonding at American Girl Cafe in Chicago
Moms of a certain age (ahem) can certainly remember drooling over the American Girl catalog. Now it’s our turn to share this timeless line of books and toys with our own daughters! Join me as I tour the American Girl store and cafe in Chicago, Illinois. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a small commission at NO extra cost to you! The American Girl Place The store and cafe are located in the same space in the Water Tower Place mall at 835 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611. There is a parking garage around the corner from the mall…
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A FREE Place to Visit in Philadelphia-The Fireman’s Hall Museum
Traveling in big cities can be expensive. That’s why it’s always great when you stumble upon something FREE! The Philadelphia Fireman’s Hall Museum is a great place to explore and it won’t lighten your wallet. Fireman’s Hall Museum- Philadelphia is home to the very first firehouse (thanks Ben Franklin!), so it is only fitting that it would host such a great fire museum. The building has been refinished from the original 1898 firehouse to hold relics from fire history. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a small purchase, I may make a commission at no extra cost to you. Where is Fireman’s Hall Museum…
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A Crazy McDonald’s Restaurant in the Heart of Chicago
Did you know that McDonald’s restaurants around the world often have different menu items than what we have in the United States? You can try international items at the Chicago McDonalds called Hamburger University! Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a small profit at NO extra cost to you! A Chicago McDonalds Experience Searching for places to eat with kids in Chicago, I stumbled upon a snippet about a special McDonalds location. Considering one of my kids is still in the phase where McDonalds is Haute Cuisine, we had to try it out! Looking for another place to take…
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Specialty Dining Choices on The NCL Bliss
While the NCL Bliss has close to 20 different dining options on board, only half of them are complimentary. The rest are referred to as “Specialty Dining”. Is it worth it to pay an additional fee to eat a meal on the ship? I’ve got the info you need, so keep reading! Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a small profit at no extra cost to you. What is specialty dining? Gone are the days of cruising being an all-inclusive vacation. While you can technically pay your cruise fare and not pay another dime, other than gratuities, you will…
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The Biggest Children’s Museum in the World!
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis stands as the world’s largest! This amazing place boasts both indoor and outdoor displays that kids of all ages will enjoy. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a small profit at no extra cost to you. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis My family visits a lot of museums. In fact, just last year, we had the “year of museums” and wound up visiting over 20 in several different states! The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis was one of the highlights, so much so that we found a reason to visit it twice in less than…
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Exploring Ocean Life at Hampton Beach, New Hampshire
Tucked into the beach town of Hampton Beach, New Hampshire is the Blue Ocean Discovery Center. Open all summer long, this little building houses the perfect way to start or end your day in the waves. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a profit at NO EXTRA COST to you. Hampton Beach After traveling to Salem, Massachusetts, we are continuing our Back East road trip 40 miles northeast to Hampton Beach, New Hampshire. Though we only had time to spend the morning here, I can see how it would be the perfect spot for a summer weekend getaway. Before…
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Eating at Sea- Complimentary Options on the NCL Bliss
Everyone knows that half of the cruise experience revolves around dining. Whether you are looking for a casual buffet or a gourmet meal, ships can deliver just as great of a meal as any dining spot on land. With close to 20 different restaurants and just as many bars, the NCL Bliss has something for every palate. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a small purchase, I may make a small profit at no extra cost to you. This post is not sponsored and all opinions are my own. Restaurants on the NCL Bliss If you haven’t cruised lately, the latest trend on ships…
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Ben & Jerry’s- A Visit to Ice Cream Heaven
If you’re ever traveling through Vermont, then a stop at Ben & Jerry’s Factory in Waterbury, Vermont is a must. Take time to go on the factory tour, wander the Flavor Graveyard or just grab a cone for a sweet treat! Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a small purchase at no extra cost to you. Waterbury, Vermont The Ben & Jerry’s Factory is located at 1281 Waterbury-Stowe Road, in Waterbury, Vermont. This is about 30 miles east of Burlington and 200 miles northwest of Boston. Seemingly located in farm country, there isn’t too much nearby the Factory. Listed…
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Cruising Alaska with Kids on the NCL Bliss
When choosing to explore Alaska, cruising is seemingly the simpliest way to do so. We recently sailed with all three of our children on the NCL Bliss. (NCL-Norwegian Cruise Lines) Read on for info on our stateroom and the kids clubs on this huge ship. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a profit at no additional cost to you. This post is unsponsored and my own opinion. All aboard the NCL Bliss The Bliss is currently the largest ship of NCL’s fleet at 168,028 gross tonnage. It carries up to 3,958 guests at double occupancy and 1,716 crew. Last…
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Dining with Disney Princesses- Akershus in Epcot
Continuing my series of Disney dining information, today’s post is all about the Akershus Royal Dining Hall in Epcot. Home to several Princesses and Norwegian fare, this restaurant is a great (and less expensive) alternative to dining in Cinderella’s castle. Some links may be affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a small profit at no extra cost to you! What is Akershus Royal Banquet Hall? The Akershus Royal Banquet Hall is a restaurant located in Epcot in the Walt Disney World Resort. The meal is served family style and is highly influenced by Norwegian flavors. While dining, you will have the opportunity to…
