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The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Tampa Bay: Top Things to Do Near Tampa

By Kathleen Hesketh / June 2, 2024 / 0 Comments

When visting Tampa, beaches may beckon sun seekers and wave crashers, but there is more to vacationing in the area than sea and surf. In fact, you’ll find a number of amazing things to do near Tampa. For those looking for some more off-the-beaten path adventures, here are 5 nearby attractions you’ll want to consider … Read more

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How to Save Money at Disney World: 22 Tried and True Tips

By Ali Patton / June 2, 2024 / 1 Comment

One of the biggest questions Disney fans have is how to save money at Disney World. Disney vacation deliver unparalleled memories, but do have a higher price tag than a road trip to your local amusement park. To keep a healthy budger, many travelers look for savvy money-saving tips. So, we’ve put together every big … Read more

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Planning Your Disney World Budget: 9 Unexpected Expenses You Can’t Afford to Miss

By Ali Patton / May 31, 2024 / 9 Comments

When it comes to planning your Disney World budget, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the obvious expenses, such as hotel, food, and tickets. But unfortunately, as much as you try to plan and budget ahead of time, a trip to Disney is full of unexpected costs that can easily derail all of your careful … Read more

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Finding Disney World Cheap Hotels: Where to Get Discounts on Disney World Hotels

By Kathleen Hesketh / May 31, 2024 / 5 Comments

If you’re visiting Disney World on a budget, there is no need to scrape the bottom of the barrel looking for cheap Disney World accommodations. Fortunately, discounts on Disney World hotels do exist, and when combined with other Disney World resort deals can provide some affordable offerings. To make the process as quick and simple … Read more

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What Is a Disney World Park Hopper Ticket and Is It Worth the Cost?

By Kathleen Hesketh / May 28, 2024 / 5 Comments

Last update: Jan. 19, 2025 Planning a trip to Disney World is both exhilarating and intimidating. One common question guests face up front involves theme park tickets, most pointedly, what is a Disney World Park Hopper ticket and do you need it to enjoy your trip? Disney World park hopper tickets offer a magical way … Read more

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Shorter Lines, Fewer Crowds, the Magic of Disney Early Entry

By Ali Patton / May 23, 2024 / 8 Comments

While Disney World is a magical place, one of the biggest perks known to Disney World resort hotel guests is the options to enter the theme parks early. While the ever popular Walt Disney World Extra Magic Hours (EMH) program is a thing of the past, we now have in its place “Disney World Early … Read more

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We Found the Best Things to Do in Astoria Oregon, and that Was a Problem

By Kathleen Hesketh / May 23, 2024 / Comments Off on We Found the Best Things to Do in Astoria Oregon, and that Was a Problem

Finding cool and unusual things to do in Astoria, Oregon wasn’t the hard part of our journey. It was compressing them into the space of a morning that proved impossible. It’s a Tight Itinerary, but We Decide to Head up the Coast We recently made the decision to head out on a mini road trip … Read more

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How Does the Disney Magic Band Work and Do You Need One?

By Ali Patton / May 22, 2024 / 16 Comments

Magic Bands (MagicBands) have been a hot topic ever since they debuted, but many Disney newbies are left wondering how does the Disney Magic Band work? And do I need one? We are here to cut through the confusion and help you decide if a magic band is right for your Disney trip. What Is … Read more

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Over the River and Through the Woods: Oregon’s Premier Scenic Byway

By Ali Patton / May 22, 2024 / 4 Comments

What is the Over the River and Through the Woods Scenic Byway? The over the river and through the woods scenic byway in Oregon is the highway that encompasses ground from Brownsville Oregon to the junction of OR-226, OR-22 and US-20. The byway offers magnificent views of winding rivers, lakes, and snow peaked mountains. It … Read more

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Submerged at Submarine Force Museum in Connecticut

By Ali Patton / May 21, 2024 / 2 Comments

The Submarine Force Museum in Groton CT is home to all things submarine, including working periscopes and the USS Nautilus. The Nautilus is submerged in water outside the museum and is open for tours. The Story of the Submarine Force Museum’s USS Nautilus In 1951, Congress authorized the construction of the Nautilus submarine. “Underway on … Read more

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