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Inside the Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel's New House of the Retro Future Suite

06/30/2023 by Jodi Grundig Leave a Comment

In early 2020, I had the opportunity to stay at the Howard Johnson Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground, located across the street from Disneyland on South Harbor Boulevard. This family-friendly hotel is a fantastic option for anyone looking for a convenient, reasonably-priced hotel for a Disneyland vacation. In the summer of 2022, the Howard Johnson […]

A Guide to Busch Gardens Tampa Rides

06/29/2023 by Jodi Grundig 3 Comments

As a kid, I remember driving southwest from our vacation in Daytona Beach, Florida to Tampa Bay, where we visited Busch Gardens for the day. It was there that I went on my first "upside-down" ride - the Scorpion. I'd ride it over and over again, bringing my father on it with me. When my […]

Where to Stay in Portland Maine: Portland Maine Hotels

06/28/2023 by Jodi Grundig

The bustling city of Portland Maine is known for its vibrant arts scene, trendy shops, delicious restaurants, a beautiful waterfront, and modern breweries. Located about 2 hours from Boston along the Maine coast, Portland Maine is an easy city to get to and it's a great time for the whole family. In my experience, it's […]

Atlantis Resort - Bahamas With Kids

06/27/2023 by Jodi Grundig 19 Comments

The Bahamas, a chain of islands made up of over 700 islands and cays, is one of the more popular tourist destinations in the Caribbean. Nassau, the capital city of the Bahamas, is also its largest city, and it connects to the small island of Paradise Island via two bridges. Emerging from Paradise Island like the mythical land […]

The EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival (Essential Guide)

06/24/2023 by Jodi Grundig Leave a Comment

Epcot has always been my favorite Disney park. I especially love walking around the Epcot World Showcase, checking out the food, entertainment, and shops from the countries that are represented. Although I love visiting EPCOT any time of year, I especially enjoy visiting in the fall, during the EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival. The […]

A Review of Disney's Coronado Springs Resort

06/21/2023 by Jodi Grundig Leave a Comment

Have you looked at the wide variety of Walt Disney World Resort hotels? There are so many different options - with various themes, locations, and price categories. Want to save money but don't want to stay in a value resort? Walt Disney World offers a few moderate resorts that can be great for families. I've […]