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Why “100 Things to Do in America Before You Die” Includes Walt Disney World

May 24, 2017May 24, 2017 Karyn Locke

When you live out of a suitcase like I tend to do, I have the honor and pleasure of meeting a ton of folks that love to travel as much as I do. I love staying in touch, chatting about travels, and supporting their careers. One such travel-writing friend wrote a book, 100 Things to Do in America Before You Die and it piqued my curiosity as Walt Disney World is included in it. I wanted the scoop as to exactly what’s included and why, so the best way was to start asking…

Cedar Point Brew and BBQ: Coaster Thrills and Foodie Delights

May 22, 2017May 22, 2017 Karyn Locke

Five words: my family loves amusement parks. They’re a way to pull ourselves out of our normal routine and forget the daily grind exists for a few hours. There’s a huge bonus when a theme park has fun foodie offerings apart from chicken nuggets and fries. If there’s beer (and good, craft beer!)? Even better. So when you add all three of those together, what do you get? You get Cedar Point Brew and BBQ, of course! We headed up to Sandusky, Ohio for the third annual festival’s 2017 kickoff weekend…

Braddock’s Mother’s Day Brunch: Made to Order Dining

May 19, 2017May 17, 2017 Karyn Locke

Think of the last holiday you celebrated. Now think about what you ate that day. There’s a definite correlation with enjoying a great meal and holidays, right? For my family, splurging on a holiday family meal and when it involves Mother’s Day we know it’s got to be special. Last Sunday we hit one of our favorite Pittsburgh restaurants, Braddock’s American Brasserie, for its brunch and the takeaways were plentiful. Between the delicious dishes, custom order bars, and fun atmosphere, we know there’s only one way to explain our day:…

The Coolest Hidden Mickey at Walt Disney World You’re Missing

May 17, 2017May 17, 2017 Karyn Locke

My family loves searching for Hidden Mickeys at Walt Disney World and we’re not alone! Heck, you can purchase books on how and where to find them, find printable lists on Pinterest, and spend hours hunting in the parks. With this knowledge comes the discovery of a Hidden mickey that’s so cool it can’t be kept a secret. And it’s this same Mickey that you’ve probably walked by and never noticed because it’s so obscure. No longer, my friends. This is our favorite Hidden Mickey at Walt Disney World and…

6 Exciting Reasons to Visit Cedar Point in 2017

May 15, 2017May 22, 2017 Karyn Locke

Let’s suspend reality and pretend that Cedar Point didn’t have any roller coasters. Shaking your head, right? But, take out the coasters that the park it’s famous for and you’d still have a great park, in my opinion. Even for folks that don’t enjoy thrill rides, there’s plenty to do, see, and eat this season. From water slides to spooky weekends, here’s 6 exciting reasons to visit Cedar Point in 2017. Brew and BBQ As a gal that has a “brew snob” for a husband, we’re definitely looking forward to…

Things We Love | May 2017

May 12, 2017May 12, 2017 Karyn Locke

I know, I skipped a month. I apologize. April was a whirlwind with so many fun places to visit and new products to try that I was swamped. So, now I’m back at home for a bit and ready to let you all in on what made me smile and what continues to put a smile on my face. Here’s the things we love for May 2017. Shopping was definitely at the forefront last month and we not only found plenty of reasons for shops to take our money, but…

2017 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party at Disney World: Dates (and Fun!) Announced

May 11, 2017May 18, 2017 Karyn Locke

You know that old Christmas tune, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year”? That’s how we feel with the announcement of 2017 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party dates and information! It seems that Disney is loving the party as much as we are with dates beginning in August! Here’s the scoop on the Halloween fun, dates, and what you can expect! 2107 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates Halloween Party Dates begin in August 2017 and continue through the beginning of November – wow! Prices have increased across the board by a couple…

6 Reasons to Love the Closest Resort to Disney Springs | Wyndham Lake Buena Vista

May 10, 2017May 13, 2017 Karyn Locke

As a family that visits Walt Disney World twice a year, we love staying resort hopping. Sometimes it’s fun to have a new view, ya know? Our most recent trip found us at Wyndham Lake Buena Vista – and gave us six reasons to love the closest resort to Disney Springs. The Pool If there’s one standout at Wyndham Lake Buena Vista it’s its pool. Actually, it’s its pools. Yep, there’s two! The main pool is much warmer than the adjacent smaller pool, but I love the fact that the…

Four Reasons Why We’re Already Missing Wishes at Magic Kingdom

May 9, 2017 Vex Maryn

There are shows and parades at Walt Disney World that come and go and we don’t bat an eyelash. Then there are those that are so endearing to us that we’ll miss them forever – and Wishes is one of them. Set to retire on May 11, 2017, we’ve loved everything about it since we’ve begun visiting. Here’s reasons why we’re already missing Wishes at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. The Soundtrack Disney sure does know how to pull at our heartstrings and the musical mashup of our favorite…

Mother’s Day Gift Guide | Creative Ideas for Mom

May 9, 2017May 9, 2017 Vex Maryn

Sure, flowers and candy are classics, but, when it comes to gifts, there’s something to be said about getting creative for Mother’s Day. And while I’m absolutely happy to simply be with my family, I know families love lavishing their Moms. So, instead of the norm, why not think out of the box? Here’s my Mother’s Day gift guide filled with creative gifts for Mom on Mother’s Day – no candy or flowers included! Heart-Felt Jewelry I remember getting costume jewelry for holidays from The Kid. It’s these pieces that I…