See the USA: Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming

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Tucked into the northwest corner of Wyoming, and sandwiched between Grand Teton National Park to the north and miles of national forest in every other direction, Jackson Hole offers the visitor a wide range of things to do on vacation. Whether you’re looking for outdoor activities, incredible scenery, a variety of wildlife, or prefer the chance to just relax and unwind at a resort spa – or all of the above – Jackson Hole has it all. Read more

A “Beachy” Stay at Disney’s Beach Club Resort

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When you want to combine a visit to Walt Disney World with the feel of a lovely beach resort, Disney’s Beach Club Resort and Villas is the perfect option. Located on Crescent Lake between Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot, Disney’s Beach Club is a deluxe resort that, with it’s light and charming “beachy” theme, makes you feel at once that you are checking in for a stay at a relaxing resort hotel at your favorite beach. Read more

Exploring Disney: Blasting Off on Mission SPACE

Have you ever wondered what it was like to be on board a spaceship shooting to the stars and beyond? You have your chance when you experience Mission: SPACE in Epcot. This super cool and fun attractions has two versions – Mission Orange and Mission Green – so that those with of us with weaker stomachs can still experience what it’s like to blast off into space.

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What’s in Your Disney Parks Bag?

When traveling to Disney World with small children, you need lots of stuff.  You can use a large bag, or everyone can have their own separate bag. There are pros and cons to each, but one thing to keep in mind is don’t overfill! One mistake we made was cramming too many items into the kids’ bags. Everything we needed always ended up at the bottom of the bag, so the contents would erupt like a volcano all over Main Street as we frantically searched for that squished granola bar, simultaneously picking size 2T underwear up off the ground.  Read more

See the USA: The Finger Lakes of New York State

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Iroquois legend tells us that the Finger Lakes in New York state were formed when the Great Spirit placed his hand in blessing on this land, leaving behind an imprint. And so the 5 main lakes (of the 11 total) in west-central New York do look like “fingers” – hence the name of this region. The names of the Finger Lakes still remind us of the history of the Iroguois that lived here for over 200 years – from east to west, the lakes are Otisco, Skaneateles, Owasco, Cayuga, Seneca, Keuka, Canandaigua, Honeoye, Canadice, Hemlock, and Conesus. Read more