Oceanview, Oceanfront, Beachfront: What is the Difference?

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Have you ever booked a room for a particular view, and then arrived to find out that the view is nothing like you expected?

Few things are more disappointing than looking forward to watching the waves with your morning coffee on your balcony every morning, only to find out that you have to stand on your balcony and lean……way……over…..the…..edge…..in order to actually see the ocean. (Plus that’s not very safe either!)

If what you see when you look outside is a priority for your vacation, making sure you book the right “view” category is important. Especially if you’re traveling to a tropical island for a bucket list vacation – where you may be expecting to see turquoise waters from your balcony – you’ll want to know what those room descriptions mean.

Oceanview. Oceanfront. Beachfront.

They all mean the same thing, right? Read more

What You Need to Know About Disney Genie for Your Disney Vacation

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If you haven’t heard about Disney Genie yet, or have but are trying to sort out what it will – and won’t – do, that’s exactly what we are going to discuss today. I do have one caveat before we begin however, and that is we are still in the process of learning about this system. So keep in mind that it’s new, and until it officially rolls out – and is used by actual Guests – there’s a good bit that we won’t know for a while. Read more

Find Your Wand at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter

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There are all kinds of fun things to explore at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort, and while rides and attractions may be at the top of your list, don’t overlook a very magical experience – choosing a wand at Ollivander’s wand shop. Read more

Planning a Perfect First Disney Trip With Little Ones

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Planning your first vacation to Walt Disney World with small children? Here are my 10 tips for a fantastic Disney trip with little ones (especially for first timers). Read more

See the USA and Explore America’s Great River

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When most people think about exploring America, they think of either a classic long road trip, or they consider taking to the skies to get to where they want to go as quickly as possible. But there’s another way that you can experience a fabulous vacation seeing the USA – on a relaxing river or waterway cruise.

Long popular on the rivers of Europe, river cruisers can leisurely sail past beautiful scenery and historic landmarks, dock at fascinating ports, enjoy delicious regional cuisine, all while benefiting from unpacking once, and not having to think about packing again until the end of their trip. Read more