The BoardWalk Inn is one of the deluxe hotels on Disney World property. It is a cute resort with a prohibition vibe and an amazing location for those who want to spend time at EPCOT and Hollywood Studios. It also comes with a steep price tag. Is Disney’s BoardWalk Inn worth it? It really depends […]
Category: Theme Parks
Michigan’s Adventure Tips: Arrive Early and Spring for Fast Lane
Michigan’s Adventure is a relatively small theme park in Muskegon. The vast parking lot suggests it was once a major tourist attraction, but its popularity has dwindled since its opening in 1956. It can’t compete with the big boys like Disney and Universal, but it can still be fun if you set your expectations appropriately. […]
Great Wolf Lodge Tips: Definitely Worth a Stop in Illinois
Great Wolf Lodge in Gurnee, Illinois is a kid’s paradise. It has water slides, lots of activities, and plenty of upsells. While it is worth a stop, paradise is crowded. The wave pool in particular has a Walmart on Black Friday vibe. What Great Wolf Lodge tips do you need to know to plan your […]
LEGOLAND Florida Tips: Save Money and Maximize Your Trip
LEGOLAND Florida is no Disney. It is also not exactly down the street from Orlando. If you accept these facts and your kid loves LEGOs, the effort required to visit may be worth it to you. What LEGOLAND Florida tips do you need to save money and maximize your trip? What LEGOLAND Florida Tips Do […]
Minimalist Disney Packing List: Resist the Urge to Overpack
A trip to Disney World is a commitment. Unlike most theme parks, you need to plan ahead. Making theme park, dining, and FastPass+ (in normal times) reservations requires some serious effort. It is natural to think you need to obsess over your suitcase too. Minimalist Disney Packing List 101: Don’t overpack. What Do You Need […]
Universal Orlando Packing List: The Must Haves (and Have Nots)
Universal is bomb. It is perfect for older kids, and offers a few things for the youngest of travelers. It is worth a stop for most people, particularly if you are adding it to a Disney World vacation. Universal does not require nearly the amount of planning that a good trip to Disney necessitates, but […]
Movies to Watch Before Going to Disney World: A Year’s Worth of Planning
Disney is a machine that holds a massive portfolio of intellectual property. Disney isn’t new to this whole money making thing, so it knows it can use the same intellectual property in more than one way to rake in even more. You may be asking yourself, “What should I do before going to Disney World?” […]
Adding Universal To Your Disney Vacation: Totally Doable
Universal Orlando Resort is awesome, but you will be hard pressed to fill a week there. By day four, you will understand why Bill Murray took off in that pickup truck with Punxsutawney Phil. If it isn’t worth it for you to incur the expense and hassle of flying to Orlando for just a couple […]
Vacation Upgrades That Are Worth It: Avoid A Shining Sequel
Family travel can be challenging. It is a luxury and a privilege that many don’t enjoy, but everyone who has done it for any length of time can relate to Clark Griswold. Stress is amplified when travel conditions are not ideal. Invest in some vacation upgrades that are worth it to decrease your odds of […]
Theme Park Travel Tips: Top Ten with Little Kids
Theme parks get a bad rap from sophisticated travelers. They’re hot, crowded, touristy, filled with people with terrible manners, and come with a serious upcharge. There is no getting around these things. However, there are theme park travel tips you can use while planning and visiting that will help you look past the theme park […]
