Family Trips

EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival 2026 Passport
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Spring at EPCOT: A First Taste of the Flower & Garden Festival 2026

Topiaries, outdoor kitchens, and garden strolls during one of EPCOT’s most beautiful seasons, the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival 2026. While this festival technically runs for months, I prefer to experience it slowly, returning again and again to wander through the gardens, admire the topiaries, and sample just a few dishes from the outdoor…

Legoland Florida Entry
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Is LEGOLAND Florida Worth It for Older Kids? An Honest Family Review

When you live within driving distance of Orlando, it’s easy to default to the big names… Disney, Universal, the parks that come with fireworks and four-figure price tags. But recently, with my brother visiting and two nieces in tow (one preteen, one early teen), we decided to try something different: a day at Legoland Florida Resort….

Tabasco New Iberia Louisiana
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Weekend Getaways from Baton Rouge: 9 Easy Escapes for a 2–3 Day Trip

Baton Rouge is a city with deep Louisiana roots, a strong food culture, and the kind of everyday rhythm that feels familiar in the best way. But sometimes, even when you love your home base, you just need a change of scenery. The good news? Baton Rouge is one of the best “launch pad” cities…

Tune-In Lounge Hollywood Studios Cocktail
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Disney for Grown-Ups: Where to Drink, Relax & Reset Inside the Parks

Walt Disney World is often associated with families, strollers, and long ride queues, but tucked inside the parks are a few rare spaces designed for adults who want to pause, sip something well made, and enjoy a moment of atmosphere. These aren’t places you stumble into accidentally. They’re intentional stops, whether you’re traveling without kids,…

Ice skating in NYC
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A Mama’s Guide to Holiday Magic in NYC (Family, Friends & Festive Moments)

The best things to do in New York City during the holiday season, with stories from our own trips. There’s something wildly irresistible about New York City during the holidays. The lights, the windows, the music drifting down Fifth Avenue. It feels like stepping into your own Christmas movie. Over the years, I’ve visited with…