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    Sailing to Sitka, Alaska- How to Spend an Afternoon in Port

    May 12, 2025 /

    Will you be taking an Alaskan cruise this year? Odds are you will make a stop in the city of Sitka. While you can certainly book an excursion through your ship, my family found our own adventures walking through this port. Getting to Sitka from a Cruise Ship Nestled on Baranof Island, on the Alaskan coast between Ketchikan and Juneau, Sitka is a very popular cruise port. The port itself is about six miles outside of the main downtown area. Most cruise ships will provide a shuttle (we had one for the NCL Bliss) from the dock to downtown. The shuttle will bring you to Harrigan Centennial Hall. The Hall…

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    The Complete Guide to Outdoor Fun in Schaumburg, Illinois

    May 8, 2025 /

    About an hour outside of the bustling metropolis of Chicago, lies the suburban city of Schaumburg. Home to a huge convention center, but lower hotel prices than in the city, this is an area that sees a lot of travelers for both business and pleasure. Our family had a week long stay during our daughter’s dance competition (read here for our other dance travel to Nashville). We found plenty to do outdoors in Schaumburg during our off time- check out all the city has to offer below! Where is Schaumburg? Schaumburg, Illinois is about 30 miles Northwest from Chicago. The commute into or out of the city will take about…

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    Tulip Time in Holland, Michigan- A Can’t Miss Festival!

    April 25, 2025 /

    Did you know an entire Dutch town exists on the west side of Michigan? The town of Holland is home to the Tulip Time Festival, excellent restaurants and surrounded by wineries. Holland, Michigan is a great place for a spring time weekend getaway! Where is Holland, Michigan? Tulip Time in Michigan Where to Eat in Holland, MichiganMore to do in Holland Where is Holland, Michigan? Holland is located about 150 miles east of Chicago or 180 miles west of Detroit near the west coast of Michigan. A gorgeous little town, it is perfect for a romantic getaway or a weekend with the entire family. Some links may be affiliate links.…

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    The Music Man Square in Mason City, Iowa

    April 21, 2025 /

    When traveling through the cornfields of the midwest, it can be difficult to find fun places to stop and stretch your legs. Luckily for us, we stumbled upon Mason City, Iowa and found an entire little town ready to be explored! This post may contain affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a small commission at no extra cost to you. Mason City…or River City? If you’re familiar at all with the Meredith Wilson masterpiece The Music Man, then Mason City might sound familiar! Mr. Wilson loosely based his musical on his hometown, Mason City, Iowa. Sitting about 120 miles North of Des Moines,…

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    Simple Checklist with Timeline for Planning Your Disney World Vacation!

    January 12, 2025 /

    Planning your trip to Walt Disney World can be overwhelming. I’ve created a simple checklist just for Disney World. Plus it has a timeline to help your vacation become less stressful! Don’t worry about missing important reservation deadlines, read on and download the checklist today. Some links are affiliate links. By clicking on them and/or making a purchase, I may make a small commission at NO extra cost to you! Planning your trip to Disney World Once you’ve chosen Disney World as your next vacation spot, there are several more choices that still need to be made! In my other posts, you can read about When and how to schedule…

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  • Museums

    Exploring The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry of Chicago

    November 18, 2024 /

    Looking to do more than shopping on your next trip to the Windy City? I’ve got you covered! On our last trip we hit several museums, starting with the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry. This museum is far more than its name suggests and is a great place to spend the afternoon with the whole family. 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. Chicago’s Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Located on the coast of Lake Michigan, about 7 miles south of Millennium Park in Chicago, this Museum has over…

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  • Travel

    Exploring Ocean Life at Hampton Beach, New Hampshire

    November 4, 2024 /

    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

    October 30, 2024 /

    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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    Dining with Disney Princesses- Akershus in Epcot

    October 25, 2024 /

    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…

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  • Travel

    Devils Tower-How to avoid the Prairie Dogs!

    October 16, 2024 /

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