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    Just Try to Be Bored in Philadelphia’s Historic Waterfront District

    September 4, 2018 - By 

    It’s impossible to be bored in Philadelphia’s Historic Waterfront District. That’s the verdict from my youngest daughter after we returned home from a four day visit to Philadelphia. History lessons, outdoor spaces, public art, good food, and learning experiences are around every corner and we were both amazed at how family friendly Philly’s museums and attractions are. This is a city meant to be explored. This summer Ainsley and I headed to Philadelphia for a mother daughter trip. We spent our first day exploring Philadelphia’s Historic Waterfront District and it was a treat.   After checking in at the Wyndham…

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    Eastern State Penitentiary Tour Philadelphia – Where the Walls Talk

    August 21, 2018 - By 

    Our trip to Philadelphia was sponsored by Visit Philly and we were hosted while in Philadelphia. My opinion is truthful.  If only walls could talk. Well, actually at Eastern State Penitentiary, the world’s first and most historic penitentiary, they do. Numerous multi-media and art installations, coupled with a brilliant audio tour, make history come to life giving walls a voice inside this historical Philadelphia landmark. During a recent mother daughter trip to Philadelphia we had an extra day to explore. When flights are cancelled last minute what do you do? Well, you explore more of the history in this rich city.…

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    Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District – Comfort and Value

    August 14, 2018 - By 

    Our trip to Philadelphia was sponsored by Visit Philly and we were hosted while in Philadelphia. Accommodations, flights, meals and attractions were covered. My opinion is truthful and all my own. Wyndham Philadelphia Historic District offers a hotel experience that’s affordable and convenient. When it comes to hotels and family travel comfort, location and affordability are the trifecta of travel planning. Sticking to a budget can be important because feeding four and five people, and paying for their flights gets costly. So, you need to look at generating savings where possible. My daughter and I recently took a 4-night long mother-daughter…

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    Free Day Trips in Ontario – What Powers the Province?

    August 10, 2018 - By 

    This post has been sponsored by Bruce Power. My opinion is all my own and it is alway truthful. Pretty much every summer of my life I have visited Bruce Peninsula with family. Sometimes it astonishes me that there’s anything I have not yet seen up there. But occasionally I am reminded there’s a lot left to learn about the area even still. So, when I read about Bruce Power’s bus tours and educational Visitors’ Centre I thought why not? There are many free day trips in Ontario and there’s much to do within driving distance of London and Southwestern…

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    Family Fun 2.0 with Ebates Travel Thursdays

    August 9, 2018 - By 

    This post has been sponsored by Ebates Travel Thursdays which means I received compensation. My opinion is all my own and it is also truthful. Summer is rapidly running out and that makes me sad. I still don’t feel like I got enough of a vacation. Why does summer go so fast? Every year I love to take time with my family before they go back to school. This year my oldest had a job and work was ridiculously busy here too so we didn’t really get time away together as a family. Don’t get me wrong I am glad…

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    Secrets to a Successful Philadelphia Mother Daughter Trip

    August 7, 2018 - By 

    Our Mother Daughter trip to Philadelphia was sponsored by Visit Philly. Accommodations, flights, meals and attractions were covered. My opinion is truthful and all my own.  Recently, we returned from a wonderful Philadelphia Mother Daughter Trip. My youngest daughter Ainsley and I went together. It was our first time seeing the city and we loved it. Philadelphia is a city full of stories and this is one is ours. Consider it a guide to how to do a successful Mother Daughter Philadelphia Trip, especially relevant if your daughter is a teen. My younger daughter has missed out on a few trips…

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    Everyday Adventures is Changing the Way I Think About Travel

    July 31, 2018 - By 

    This post contains affiliate links as a service to readers. If you make a purchase via one of the links I receive a commission at no extra cost to you.  Everyday Adventures is one of those books you come across that totally changes the way you look at something. I’ve always loved to travel. Getting out and exploring the world around me has been a passion of mine for life, and for as long as I can remember, I’ve chased the horizon. Recently, I realized there might be a different way to explore the world while I traveled and even…

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    How to Travel for Self-Care When Parenting a Child With Special Needs

    July 10, 2018 - By 

    I am more than thrilled to bring readers another instalment of Special Challenges With a Special Child. My series started just last month with a post on Angelman Syndrome. Today we are joined by Tawanna Browne Smith discussing travel for self-care. My daughter, Payton, and I met Tawanna in Puerto Vallarta on a travel media fam trip in 2014.   This travel influencer, entrepreneur and MOM, is a powerhouse. What you should know. Her Instagram lives rock and she’s working hard at mastering IGTV. She is the go to person for Moms who want to travel for self-care and need…

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    Six of the Best Cruises to Book Right Now

    July 3, 2018 - By 

    From rock climbing walls to world class entertainment and go-karts at sea!! One amazing family cruise we went on once even had a zip line and a carousel. What will they think of next to keep you busy and amused on your cruise ship adventure? As soon as you can imagine it, cruise ships have already carried it out and are ready to launch these days. The sea is no barrier to wildly fun entertainment and activity. In fact, every time you think well they couldn’t possibly do that on a cruise ship they prove you wrong. So here’s to…

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    Disney World Hacks for a Better Vacation

    June 26, 2018 - By 

    Disney World Hacks can definitely help you make the best of your time in the Magic Kingdom. When you take the time to research, you’ll quickly find tons of Disney World hacks resulting in a better Disney World vacation. Hacks can help you make the best of your time on vacation anywhere and since Disney is the happiest place on earth wouldn’t you like to enjoy every minute. These are a few Disney travel tricks and tips to consider when planning your Disney vacation. Make Advance Dining Reservations The most popular restaurants in every Disney park tend to fill up a…