The holidays are over and a bright, shiny new year has begun. If you’re like many (or at least like me), this time of year my thoughts immediately turn to travel, because having something fun (and potentially warm) is the best way to get through the post-holiday letdown and those winter doldrums.
As we celebrate this Season of Peace and Light, my wish is that you feel the love of family and friends, creating joyful and magical memories to warm your hearts, now and throughout the coming New Year.
From my family to yours, Happy Holidays and Merry Christmas!
~ Nancy
It’s just a few days until Christmas, and for this week at least, the travel we (or at least our children) are most interested in is that voyage around the world that Santa Claus will be making the night of Christmas Eve. Of course, depending on where one lives, children will be anticipating his arrival in a variety of different ways – and in fact, will be calling him different names. Some children will even have already received their gifts, while others will need to wait a couple of more weeks. And some will be receiving their gifts from someone who isn’t Santa at all! No matter where they live though, children (and adults) all look forward to this “most wonderful time of the year” as a season of joy, hope, and giving.
So, anticipating Santa’s journey, let’s take a quick tour around the world to see how some other countries will be celebrating the season. Before we depart however, a quick little history lesson…. Read more
While spending the holidays in a theme park may seem like a strange way to celebrate, the fact is that places like Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World offer a number of fun ways to experience the season – without ever actually getting on a ride! Let’s take a look at some of the ways to get in the holiday spirit at the Universal Orlando Resort during the Christmas season. Read more
If you’re going to be visiting the Walt Disney World Resort this holiday season – or even if you’ll just be in the Orlando area, be sure to carve out some time in your busy itinerary to make your way over to Disney Springs at night. This year, you can discover Christmas around every corner, as you come across a collection of elaborately decorated Disney Christmas trees spread throughout the neighborhoods of Disney Springs. Read more