Exploring Disney: 999 Happy Haunts…..Plus Room for One More

Located in Liberty Square, the stately Haunted Mansion is definitely more than meets the eye! As you approach the house you will find several intriguing hints of things to come inside. There is a musical crypt, a leaky tomb and even a ghostly writer! There is also a cemetery as you walk along the stone path – and be sure to check out the tombstone writings and I bet there will be more than one giggle! As in true Disney fashion the queue is sure to keep everyone entertained. Read more

Planning the Perfect Disney Date Night

Happy Valentine’s Day! This time of year always gets me thinking about all the romantic things to do around Walt Disney World. There are many hidden treasures and places that make it a perfect get away for just the two of you! Read more

Gourmet Dining at Sandals and Beaches Resorts


You may think that a vacation to one of the Sandals or Beaches resorts in the Caribbean will feature pristine beaches, crystal clear water, and beautiful accommodations – and you wouldn’t be wrong. What you will also find at each Sandals or Beaches resort is exceptional dining. With as many as 21 unique culinary concepts at each resort, you’ll enjoy a level of variety, quality and creativity that’s simply unmatched anywhere in the Caribbean. Each restaurant is proudly run by world-class chefs who are as authentic as the cuisine they serve. Best of all, you can dine wherever and whenever you wish – all day, every day, because it’s always included and always unlimited. Read more

Exploring Disney: Everybody’s Got a Laughin’ Place on Splash Mountain

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Splash Mountain is one of the “mountains” of Magic Kingdom. This fun attraction takes you on a ride through a southern bayou where you may see your favorites such as Br’er Rabbit and Br’er Fox.  It will also send you plummeting down 5 stories into the briar patch, but don’t worry, you won’t get too wet – unless you are sitting in the front row, then you can get really wet! Read more

3 Quick Weekend Getaways That Won’t Break Your Budget

Vacations are not only good for the body but studies consistently show that they’re good for the mind and the soul. Taking time away from work and the stresses of daily life not only provides you time to relax, but it can improve both your physical and mental health.

The irony of course is that sometimes when we need to get away the most, either time or budget get in the way. Whether you’re trying to plan around work or school schedules or would love a nice getaway but you don’t have a huge budget – it can be easy to think about a quick trip, and just as quickly decide that it’s impossible to do.

Happily, there are some great options for a quick – and affordable – getaway, whether it’s just a long weekend with that someone special, or a few days to celebrate a milestone birthday or anniversary. Here are 3 of our favorites. Read more