Have you ever been on vacation and your car breaks down? If not, consider yourself lucky. If you have, hopefully you were prepared enough. Here is what you do if your car breaks down on vacation.Preventative care is importantYou probably don’t want to hear this. However, preventative care is super important. Before you even head on your road trip, it’s best to get your vehicle looked at. Of course, once you have left, there’s no turning back. Just a quick tip before you head out on … [Read more...]
Omaha Family Vacation Just got Cheaper
As one final trip before summer ends and we head back to school my family took an #OmahaWeekend vacation in Nebraska. Visit Omaha reached out to me to tell me about their new Omaha Savings App and invited my family to come enjoy some of the attractions that are featured on that app. We were so excited to visit places we've been before and some new destinations as well. Henry Doorly Zoo & Aquarium We've been to the Henry Doorly Zoo before and love it so much! Recently the zoo underwent some … [Read more...]
Fun Family Stops in Kansas City, Kansas
In June I had the pleasure of accompanying Visit Kansas City, Kansas on a press trip. It was a lot of fun to stay somewhat local and explore locations I'd never been before. All of our stops were perfect for families and got added to my family's summer bucket list. I want to share with you the fun family stops in Kansas City, Kansas we made, so you too can add it to your travel lists. National Agriculture Center and Hall of Fame While the National Agriculture Center and Hall of Fame may not … [Read more...]
Hello Neighbor!
Hello neighbor! We're happy to welcome you to Pittsburgh this summer. Pittsburgh’s convenient location is only a six-hour drive from nine states, Washington D.C., and parts of Canada. Driving isn’t the only option with Pittsburgh just a 90-minute flight for 70% of North America’s population. And the award-winning Pittsburgh International Airport is just a quick shuttle ride from downtown. What’re you waiting for? Come by and say hello!Pittsburgh was named one of the Best Places to Travel in … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Perfectly Document Your Vacation
Are you taking a vacation soon and want to be sure you don’t forget a single moment? Documenting your trip is a great way to look back and reflect on the fun you had, but doing so might seem like a hassle. The truth is, there are many simple ways to document your next trip that are easy as well as inexpensive, so you can be sure you don’t forget a single thing. Take a look below at 7 ways to perfectly document your vacation so you can be sure your memories are always safe.1. Create a memory … [Read more...]
DIY Winter Weather Car Kit – 15 Must Have Items
Watching the weather during any big snow storm you will always see mention of the motorists that are stranded. You can listen to any radio station in those areas and here them tell you that if there are no injuries that they just won’t be able to get to you and if there are injuries they will try to get to you but it could still be hours. So what are you to do? Be prepared with a DIY Winter Weather Car Kit. Also make sure you always have a charged cell phone. Turn it off as needed to save … [Read more...]
(Printable) Alphabet I Spy Road Trip Game
Have you started planning your road trips for the year yet. Chances are you probably have a couple locations you know you want to visit, whether they are planned or not. I know I always have a few destinations in mind and so I'm ready to book whenever the chance presents itself. If you are planning a road trip this year, here is a fun game for your family to play while in the car.Alphabet I Spy is a version of the traditional "Alphabet Game". You know when you are driving down the freeway … [Read more...]
Holiday Travel Safety Tips
The holidays are quickly approaching and that means it’s time to visit friends and family. However, the holidays also means snow, which can also mean stress. If you plan on traveling during the holiday season, pay attention to these safety tips.Have an Emergency Car KitPlease don’t go anywhere in your car, unless you have an emergency car kit. These are so simple to put together and don’t take much time at all. Make sure you have items like a flash light, flare, gloves, extra blankets, … [Read more...]
Car Maintenance Tips For Holiday Travel
Heading out for a holiday visit with family means you'll need to have these car maintenance tips for holiday travel handy. A holiday vacation or short trip to see friends and family can be a great way to celebrate the season. Having your car in order before you leave is a must. Holiday travel often includes a few extra needs and these tips will help you to safely go wherever your family is this year with no fear. Car Maintenance Tips For Holiday Travel Always check oil and all fluids … [Read more...]
Walt Disney World Hotel Features Every Guest Needs to See
Disney World has some of the most incredible hotels in the world, with every detail really planned out and thought of in terms of the value it is going to add to the guest experience. When your resort is at a destination like Disney, it is going to take a lot for anything else to be remotely impressive. Disney World hotels happen to have several really cool features, add ons, and special attractions that every guest should really see regardless of whether or not they are staying in a resort. … [Read more...]
Stay in Touch with Family when Traveling
When you’re traveling abroad it is always hard to keep in contact with your family and friends back home. You want to send them pictures of your adventures, hear their voice and tell them all about what you and your family have been up to. Which is why I’m going to give you three easy tips to stay connected. Tell them All About your Trip The easiest way to keep your family informed about your whereabouts and your activities is to simply give them a call. The only problem is that phone carriers … [Read more...]
Driving Around Lost in Canada
Last year my family took an amazing road trip! We first stopped in Cleveland to see a family member. Then we continued on to Hershey, PA for an amazing conference and a super fun filled 4 days of family time. Seriously, I loved Hershey and can't wait to go back. 4 days was great and we were able to do a lot but I could use a couple more days to see the rest.After Hershey we drove up to Niagara Falls. I had always wanted to go there and since Hershey was just a few (like 6 or so) hours away I … [Read more...]
Airport Parking Safety Tips
As Fall approaches I have already began thinking about our Holiday travel plans. Family trips always take a lot of planning and preparation whether it's a Holiday road trip, international travel, a cruise or you are heading to the airport.This year we will be flying to our Christmas destination. Since our car has spent a lot of time in the airport parking lot I thought it would be useful to offer some Airport Parking Safety Tips to help ensure your car will remain just as you left … [Read more...]
Successful Vacation Snacking
My side of the family has family reunions every other year. This year we traveled to the Oregon coast to visit Cannon Beach. This spot is a special place for my family as this is where we would take our vacations when I was growing up. We'd go to Portland, pick up my Grandmother and head to the coast. Now that I'm grown, my immediate family has been able to visit twice and it's been special.When we are at family reunions all food is free game for everyone. We each bring cereal and snacks to … [Read more...]
Preparing for Our Last Summer Adventure
Today's discussion has been sponsored by Smucker's. All opinions are my own.It's always so sad to see summer come to an end. This year instead of folding, we decided to take one last big family vacation. The Oregon coast is my happy place, as that is where I vacationed as child and so I wanted to share that place with my family. Look how beautiful it is!Knowing I would need to keep my kids happy on a 4 hour plane ride, followed by a 2 hour car ride, I turned to Walmart to be my … [Read more...]
