Disney Dining – Cinderella’s Royal Table. Character dining is not just for kids!

My husband and I took our first trip together to Disney World in 1998 for my 34th birthday.  We returned in 2000 and again in 2001 with different members of our family (brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and our parents.)  When planning the 2001 trip I wanted to try a character breakfast that I thought would… Continue reading Disney Dining – Cinderella’s Royal Table. Character dining is not just for kids!

Yak and Yeti – A Disney Dining Review

We recently returned from a trip to Disney World and had an unexpected dining experience at Yak and Yeti.  For many years, our go-to was Tusker House, but after it turned into a buffet we never went back.  So for several trips we just ate at Pizzafari or snacked around the park. (Anyone for  a… Continue reading Yak and Yeti – A Disney Dining Review

Lowes Sapphire Falls Resort, Universal Orlando – A Hotel Review

Over the summer, we recieved a postcard in the mail with some great return rates at Universal Orlando.  We said what the heck, lets give them a call and we ended up booking a room at Lowes Sapphire Falls Resort to celebrate our 22th Wedding Anniversary at the end of September. The last time we stayed… Continue reading Lowes Sapphire Falls Resort, Universal Orlando – A Hotel Review

5 Quick Tips for the First Time Cruiser

We have been on several cruises and have sailed with many different lines.  Cruises can be an easy way to have a relaxing and/or fun filled vacation.  Is it you first time?  Here are 5 tips to help the first time cruiser. 1 – Hairdryers are provided and most cruise lines supply soap and shampoo,… Continue reading 5 Quick Tips for the First Time Cruiser

5 Things to do outside of the Disney parks

The Disney parks are amazing, but can be overwhelming.  Crowds, lines, heat, rain…everyone deserves to take a day off.  But what to do on your off day?  Here are 5 FUN ways to keep the Disney spirit going while not using a day on your park ticket. #1 See a show.  Hoop Dee Doo Review… Continue reading 5 Things to do outside of the Disney parks

Raglan Road – A Disney Dining Review

On our last trip to Disneyworld we had reservations at Raglan Road. We have eaten here several times in the past and thought that the clients we were traveling with, one who is of Irish heritage, would enjoy the mix of interesting food and lively entertainment. We had 8:00 reservations and were hoping for a… Continue reading Raglan Road – A Disney Dining Review

St. Lucia – A Trip Report Part 3

Woke up early but didn’t do anything for breakfast as we knew we would be having lunch, so we just made some tea. We thought Marc was picking us up again, but it was a busy day for the taxi service (Travel St. Lucia) because of the Jazz festival so the owner of the company,… Continue reading St. Lucia – A Trip Report Part 3

Saint Lucia – A Trip Report Part 2

Settle in, this one is going to be long.  After getting picked up at Windjammer, it took a little bit over an hour – hour and a half to get to Jade Mountain. Narrow windy roads and can only go the last part of the road at about 10 miles per hour, pulling over frequently… Continue reading Saint Lucia – A Trip Report Part 2

Saint Lucia 2019- A Trip Report – Part 1

After completing an online course to be certified as Saint Lucia Experts, we were fortunate enough to qualify for a 3-night, all-inclusive stay at the Windjammer Landing. We had some vouchers to burn on American and had always wanted to stay at Jade Mountain, so we planned a weeklong stay between the two resorts. Because… Continue reading Saint Lucia 2019- A Trip Report – Part 1