Category Archives: Adventure

Exciting Thailand

I spent three nights in Bangkok, where the traffic and noise are extreme.  We visited some temples including the Marble Temple and a gem factory where we were able to watch the craftsmen set gems in rings and necklaces.  The following day, we visited the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market which is a one-and-a-half-hour drive from […]

Holiday Fun at Disney!

The holidays bring plenty of EXTRA fun at the most magical place on earth … Disney! Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is the happiest haunting on earth. You’ll enjoy plenty of treats and the park will be full of halloween themed entertainment and Disney Characters. And then there’s Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party which is a very […]

My Experience in India 

I just returned from a fantastic tour of India. During my tour I had the opportunity to visit Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.  The first thing that strikes you is the traffic and number of people.  They have four lanes of traffic, as a suggestion, but there are seven lanes with people, bicycles and motorcycles weaving […]

Group Travel to Walt Disney World

Planning for a large group trip to the most magical place on earth is only half the battle! Surviving the trip with several people, and many opinions and all different eating and sleeping patterns for many age groups is a completely different animal. Here are some of my helpful tips when planning a group (large or […]

A Mother & Daughter Adventure in Argentina

I recently took a wonderful trip to the “Paris of South America,” Buenos Aires and Iguazu Falls on the border of Paraguay, Brazil, and Argentina! My daughter and I were searching for a new destination to explore before she begins her new career as an attorney … what better place then South America.  We didn’t […]

Machu Picchu … a Check off the Bucket List

In 1532 the Spaniards led by Francisco Pizarro conquered the Inca Empire. In 2018 a small group of friends from Minnesota captured it again, or we could say that it captured us. For many years the Inca civilization with their amazing ingenuity and progressive thinking, lived and ruled a great portion of South America and […]

My Fall Disney Experience

A Disney vacation will NEVER disappoint. Here are just a few things I enjoyed on my most recent visit … Enjoying some fabulous wine with dinner at California Grill on the 15th floor of Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Incredible views of Cinderella’s Castle at Magic Kingdom! Staying for the fireworks is a must! Breathtaking sunset at […]

Calling all Toy Story fans!!! Have you heard?

Toy Story Land opened at Disney World on June 30, 2018!! This new park is located at Disney’s Hollywood Studios and is full of adventures for kids and grown-ups alike. Take the entire family for a ride on Slinky Dog as he twists and turns around curves, hills and drops. Hang on tight as you swirl […]

Dine & Meet Disney Characters!

Meet the Junior Characters during a memorable breakfast buffet or Minnie and friends at seasonal dining parties Disney Junior’s Play n Dine invite you to experience a fun-filled meal with the popular Junior stars!! Eat, play and laugh along with a few of your favorite Junior friends during this breakfast buffet experience.  Mingle with Minnie […]

Would you ever consider going to Disney World alone?

One of the biggest trends in travel in the past few years is catering to solo travelers.  Maybe they don’t have friends or family who can afford the price tag, the time off, or have the desire for travel.   But that shouldn’t mean that a single traveler shouldn’t be able to customize a perfect trip that […]

Summertime at Disneyland Resort!

Discover lots of fun no matter when you visit California!  Every month of the year brings different highlights and festivities, so let’s take a look at what is happening this summer! Disneyland’s summer hours are the longest of the year.  In fact, you could go right away in the morning and stay until midnight if […]

Live Aqua in Cancun

Beautiful Resort … A Must Visit! Beautiful relaxing resort that fills the senses with different essential oils burning throughout the resort on different floors and even in your room! Clean beautiful beaches and great restaurants! Breakfast buffet was tasty with lots of great options! Perfect for a quite get away to relax and enjoy the […]

Keep Calm and Hula

E komo mai l ka palekaiko- Come on in to Paradise. This is how I would describe Maui. A dormant volcano, endless tropical beaches, supreme golf options and lush rain forests make Maui a genuine jewel in the Pacific.  The accommodations are just as varied as the landscapes and I explored many hotel options on my recent […]

Adventures by Disney’s San Francisco Long Weekend Tour

If you’re considering Adventures by Disney’s San Francisco Long Weekend I would highly recommend this for all ages! It was a fantastic way to utilize your time in the Bay Area. Not only were our two guides thoroughly knowledgeable, but our driver was as well. He was also able to expertly guide our motorcoach in […]