5 Things To Buy Before You Go To Disney Shopping at Disney is all part of the fun, but it can be an expensive part of the trip that you might not remember to add to your budget. There are things that everyone wants to shop for in order to remember their trip, and then there are needs and necessities that you might have forgotten at home but find yourself needing. All these little last minute purchases add up, so save yourself some cash and time … [Read more...]
How to Experience Walt Disney World on the Cheap
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How to Experience Walt Disney World on the Cheap Walt Disney World can be a budget vacation if you plan it out right, but it’s a lot harder to make it into a cheap vacation. Things at Disney World are not cheap, by any stretch of the imagination, nor are there all these deals being advertised to help you save your money. Instead of piling on packages that save you money on each individual item, but add up to a lot more than a general admission … [Read more...]
7 Family Road Trip Destinations
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These 7 Family Road Trip Destinations are perfect for your family to enjoy this summer. While many of them you would think can't be frugal, our tips will help you to find the great savings in these areas and enjoy an amazing road trip that will leave your family with lifelong memories. Vacations don't have to be about how fancy a hotel you stay in or how much money you spend. Vacations are about getting away from work and relaxing with your … [Read more...]
Best Beaches to Explore on a Caribbean Cruise
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Best Beaches to Explore on a Caribbean Cruise Experienced Caribbean cruise-goers know that the fun starts not when you get on board, but the minute you start planning your vacation. Let’s be honest, cruises are a major purchase for most of us, so it’s worth spending some day-dreaming time on which stopovers you want to include. For many people that means selecting good beaches — check out these recommendations. 1. Jamaica is a popular cruise … [Read more...]
How To Cut Travel Food Expenses In Half
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Road trips with the family can get expensive when it comes time to eat meals on the road. Here are some of our best tips for How To Cut Travel Food Expenses In Half. Some are simple common sense methods, while others may be things you hadn't considered before. Saving money on food while traveling can free up more room in your budget for an extra day on the road, or perhaps a special day at a local theme park. How To Cut Travel Food … [Read more...]
Apps That Save You Money On The Road #vzwbuzz
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This post is part of the Verizon Ambassador program #vzwbuzz. All opinions are my own Before you hit the road or grab a flight for your next vacation download these apps that save you money on the road. Smart phones have given us easy access to great savings tools no matter where we are. When you head out for a work trip, family vacation or couples retreat these apps will help keep you in budget easily. With just a tap or two on your phone, … [Read more...]
10 Reasons to Vacation at IBEROSTAR Paraiso Maya in Riviera Maya Mexico
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IBEROSTAR Paraiso Maya in Riviera Maya Mexico Thank you to IBEROSTAR for helping me cross Riviera Maya, Mexico off my bucket list. All opinions are my own. Mexico has always been a draw for me. It's so close to the United States, but yet I hadn't really spent more than a few hours at a time there while my cruise was at port. I was so excited when asked to spend a few nights at IBEROSTAR Paraiso Maya in Riviera Maya, Mexico May of … [Read more...]
IBEROSTAR Paraiso Maya | Junior Suite Walk Through & Review
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IBEROSTAR Paraiso Maya | Junior Suite Walk Through & ReviewThank you to IBEROSTAR for sponsoring this trip. All opinions remain my own. One of the first things I check when shopping for a place to take the family on vacation is room accommodations. Although we are not in the room all that much, comfort is important for the times are are in the room. April 2015 I was honored to visit IBEROSTAR Paraíso Maya in Riviera Maya, Mexico. … [Read more...]
Exploring the Real Madrid
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Exploring the real Madrid It’s often said about Spain’s capital that its residents seldom go to bed until they've “killed the night”. But if you think a preference for ludicrously late nights means you’ll get Madrid all to yourself by day, think again, as the city has mastered the art of functioning on next to no sleep. If Spain is a land of paradoxes, then Madrid is where they’re most vibrant. Whether you're traveling solo, with … [Read more...]
8 FREE Travel and Vacation Planning Apps
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8 FREE Travel and Vacation Planning Apps This post is part of the Verizon Ambassador program #vzwbuzz. All opinions are my own. Now that the birds are chirping and spring is officially here, my thoughts are turning towards our family summer vacation. We have yet to agree on whether we are hopping a plane or taking a fun road trip, but regardless the following apps will be helpful for just about any vacation. From dreaming and planning to … [Read more...]
