What I Actually Pack for a Florida Road Trip
After years of driving to Florida, these are the things I actually pack for a long road trip—from comfort and coffee to charging cords and hotel-room essentials.
Port Aransas Day Trip: What to Do, Eat & Where to Stay
Planning a Port Aransas day trip? Here’s an easy adult getaway with beach time, Coffee Waves, Seafood & Spaghetti Works, plus where we stayed overnight.
Universal Orlando Club Level for Just $16 More
Yeah, you may not believe me when I say this. I had a hard time believing it myself. I really got a room upgrade to Club Level for just $16 more. Here’s how. In this household, I am in charge…
Disney After 50: Why It’s Even Better Now
There is nothing quite like standing in a long line for Test Track with kids. When they’re little, they’re hot. They’re tired. They’re hungry. Somebody probably needs to go to the bathroom even though you asked before you got in…
Disney Vacation Budget: What Are You Willing to Spend?
Disney is expensive. That part is obvious. The harder question is not, “How much does Disney cost?” It is: What are you actually willing to spend? Those are two very different questions. You can find endless Disney vacation budget posts…
How to Stop Overpacking: 6 Things I Quit Packing
How to Stop Overpacking: 6 Things I Quit Packing For years, most of my trips involved getting in the car and driving. When you have an SUV, overpacking doesn’t feel like much of a problem. If something fits in the…