I received complimentary admission into Exploration Tower as part of my Tuckaway Shores getaway. All opinions are completely my own. An iconic building in Port Canaveral is the new Exploration Tower built in 2013. This $23 million dollar building features 7 stories including an observation deck, various exhibits, an auditorium, cafe, gift shop and event space. The Exploration Tower was built to give cruise passengers a close place to visit and learn more about the history and culture of the … [Read more...]
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex – Cape Canaveral, FL
I received free passes to visit the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. All opinions are completely my own.During my 4 days at Tuckaway Shores Resort we were treated to several local attractions on the Space Coast. When I found out we were going to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex I was super excited. It wasn't anywhere I had ever considered going before but once I saw the details of our visit I couldn't wait!The Kennedy Space Center is about an hour north of Tuckaway … [Read more...]
Tuckaway Shores Resort – Indiatlantic, FL
I was invited for a 3 night stay at Tuckaway Shores Resort and to explore the Space Coast of Florida. While I was there all my expenses were paid. All opinions are my own.When I say Florida what do you think of? It might be Walt Disney World, cruises, beaches, or maybe your friends or family that live there. Before my recent 4 day visit to Florida I would think of all those things too. However, now when I think of Florida I think of the Space Coast and Tuckaway Shores.70 minutes … [Read more...]
Cruising Through Your Bucket List
This is a compensated campaign to increase awareness of Hurtigruten Cruises out of Norway. All opinions are my own.As I have entered my 30's (with much resistance) I have begun to think about the things I would like to accomplish in my life and the places I would like to go. I hadn't heard the term bucket list until 2007 when the movie came out. Up until that point I had goals for my life and dreams of places to go but hadn't labeled it anything. Now that I'm in my 30's and see more and … [Read more...]
Great Deals on Florida Based Cruises
Disclosure: I'm working with Tours4Fun to help promote some of their wonderful deals on travel. This content is sponsored but includes my own opinions.I LOVE cruising. I have blogged about it several times including my 5 strategies to plan the perfect cruise. In fact, I recently arrived home from a cruise that I took with a lot of my family. It's always so much fun to go on a cruise with family and discover new places around the world.So, are you planning a cruise? If not, you should … [Read more...]
Review:Legoland Discovery Center Boston
We prepped our children for what we called "THE BEST DAY EVER!" We didn't tell them where we were going or what we are doing but I will tell you this. It really was "THE BEST DAY EVER! in both their eyes and ours. Why you ask? because we spent over 5 amazing hours at Legoland Discovery Center Boston! Legoland Discovery Center Boston is located at the amazing Assembly Row in Somerville, MA. I don't even know where to start with the fun and excitement we enjoyed throughout the day. Our 4 … [Read more...]
Four Seasons Resort – Vail, CO
This summer my family had a mini family reunion in Avon Colorado. We often vacation in Avon because it is a good middle meeting place for many family members. It is also so beautiful and has really nice weather in the summer, not to hot, not too cold. After the reunion, my immediate family was blessed to be able to stay a couple extra days at the Four Seasons Resort in Vail. Earlier in the summer they were having a Facebook promotion, which I entered and ended up winning! We had never stayed at … [Read more...]
New Exhibit at the Museum at Prairiefire + Ticket Giveaway
MY family love exploring local communities and enjoying the fun things they have to offer. Overland Park is one of our favorite places for many reasons, including the new Prairiefire entertainment district. Here you are greeted with restaurants, gelato, a toy store, apartments, a movie theater and the Museum at Prairiefire.The Museum of Prairiefire is excited to announce its new exhibit Mythic Creatures. Mythic Creaturestraces the natural and cultural roots of some of the … [Read more...]
Happiness is Family Travel
I'm so happy (see what I did there!) to team up with HappyFamily to talk about what makes me happy. For our family, happiness is traveling together. We have been blessed to travel the world, see different cultures and meet new people. I have enjoyed our family travel experiences so far and look forward to a lifetime of traveling with my favorite people!This summer had a family first. We took a huge road trip to Springfield, IL, Columbus, OH, Hershey, PA, Niagara Falls, NY, … [Read more...]
Monkeying Around at the St. Louis Zoo
Disclosure: Kristen received complimentary Safari passes in exchange for her review. All experiences and opinions are her own. Yours may differ. My family loves to travel so when our summer quickly filled up this year, we chose to forgo a big vacation for a quick local getaway instead. We set our sights on St. Louis, Missouri and decided to spend an extended weekend enjoying all the attractions the city has to offer. Having three young children we were pleasantly surprised by … [Read more...]
Breckenridge Arts District Growing & Becoming more Family Friendly
Disclosure: My family had a complimentary ceramics class in exchange for promoting the expansion of Breckenridge Arts District. All experiences and opinions are my own. Yours may differ.Visiting Breckenridge, Colorado is a family tradition. Every other year my family has family reunions. The locations differ at times, but more often than not we find ourselves in Vail, Colorado, just 45 minutes West of Breckenridge. Visiting the ski towns of Colorado in the summer is so much fun. They all … [Read more...]
Country Boy Mine – Breckenridge, MO
Disclosure: Country Boy Mine provided free tickets in exchange for my review. All experiences and opinions are my own. Yours may differ.My family recently visited the mountains of Colorado, as we often do. The last couple of years we have been every year, but we usually visit every 3-4 years. We really love all visiting these cute ski towns, that actually have a lot of offer in the summer. Once of our favorite towns to visit during these Colorado vacations is Breckenridge.If you are … [Read more...]
Budget Travel to Yellowstone
There is nothing more breathtaking to observe than the glories of Yellowstone National Park. Bordering Wyoming, Montana and Idaho, this park is one of the most sought after destinations for summer vacations each year. This year follow our tips for Budget Travel To Yellowstone to make your family dream come true. Not only can we help you plan for the park itself, but also for your trip there and back.BUDGET TRAVEL TO YELLOWSTONE SCRIMP ON TRAVEL, SPLURGE ON THE PARK: Depending on … [Read more...]
Tips for Planning a Frugal Vacation
Vacations are essential for relaxation time, quality time with your friends and family, and just getting some time to unplug! However, with more people trying to be frugal and the prices of everything rising every day, it can be difficult to plan a frugal vacation and still enjoy yourself! These five tips will help ensure your frugal vacation is great, successful, and enjoyable for all!1. Plan to visit somewhere relatively close. Although flying to Hawaii sounds awesome in theory, it’s … [Read more...]
Aquarium of Niagara
When we pulled into Niagara Falls, NY I kind of wanted to build anticipation up for seeing the falls. Instead of heading right to the falls we first made a stop at the Aquarium of Niagara. I had read several online reviews about this attraction and most said that we should skip it, but I thought my kids would have fun so we pressed on anyways. $33 later, we were visiting a tiny run down Aquarium and I was kind of kicking myself for not listening to the online reviews. Regardless, the kids … [Read more...]
