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Eleven Amazing Things To Do in San Diego with Kids

October 27, 2019 by Kathryn 3 Comments

Southern California is full of activities for families, and no city is quite as full of things to do with kids as San Diego and its surrounding area! From beaches to amusement parks and everything in between, it’s easy to spend an entire vacation in the city and not run out of things to do.

After two days exploring Buena Park, California on our family’s recent California vacation, we made our way to the San Diego area for a few days, and we packed a lot into our time there. If you’re looking for the best things to do in San Diego with kids, these eleven attractions in three different areas are ones you’ll want to check out!

Southern San Diego

1) Splashing It Up at Aquatica

On the outskirts of Southern San Diego is the fun-filled Aquatica Water Park, featuring waterslides, a wave pool, a lazy river and plenty of other great wet and wild entertainment. With the slides having minimum height requirements of 42” to 48”, it’s best suited to school-age and older kids, but there’s still fun to be had for all ages! [Read more…]

Two Days of Family-Friendly Fun in Buena Park, California

October 17, 2019 by Kathryn 33 Comments

While most people know that Anaheim, California is the home of Disneyland, far fewer people know that Buena Park, just 15 minutes away, is the home of Knott’s Berry Farm, the oldest theme park in the United States. And while Knott’s Berry Farm is by far Buena Park’s biggest attraction, it’s only one of the many kid-friendly activities the city has to offer!

Recently, my family had the chance to visit Buena Park for two days to experience all the highlights of the area. And we were blown away by how much fun we had from start to finish when in Buena Park! Wondering if it’s a place your own family might love? This two-day itinerary has all the highlights you may want to check out!

Enjoy Unlimited Pizza and Playtime at John’s Incredible Pizza

To make sure our family was well fed and ready for fun, we started our time in Buena Park by visiting John’s Incredible Pizza Co. This franchise is a favourite in Southern California and the Buena Park location is conveniently located in the Buena Park Downtown Mall.

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Find Low Cost Flights and Discount Vacations With These Cheap Travel Tips

October 3, 2019 by Kathryn 4 Comments

As much as I love to travel, it can cost a lot of money…especially for my family of five! Prices of everything from food to utilities are only going up, and flight and hotel prices are no exception.

But with a little planning, it’s still possible to enjoy an amazing vacation without spending a fortune. Use these tips to help you get the most bang for your buck as you plan your next travel adventure!

Shop Around for Low Cost Flights and Hotels

Depending on when you’re traveling, some flights and hotels will likely have lower prices than others. So take the time to do your research and pick a destination that has lower prices at the time you’re planning to take your vacation. [Read more…]

Top Jobs That Pay You to Travel the World

September 29, 2019 by Kathryn 3 Comments

I’m always fascinated by how many amazing jobs are available in our modern age. As a teenager, I had no idea how many different ways there were to earn a living! But as fulfilling as some jobs can be, most of us are only doing that job to pay for our cost of living…and hopefully some of our favourite recreational activities as well!

Seeing the world through travel is something almost everyone dreams of, but far too many people in North America simply don’t have enough money left after paying the monthly bills to be able to travel as well. But what about finding jobs that pay you to travel the world as part of your career?

I think most of us would love to be able to travel as we work, but there are a lot of things to take into consideration before you drop everything and move abroad. [Read more…]

The Plantations of New Orleans – Exploring the History of Louisiana’s Slave Trade

August 30, 2019 by Kathryn 53 Comments

On our recent visit to Louisiana, I knew I wanted to get outside the cities and explore some of the history of the Southern state. The glitz and energy of New Orleans is appealing, but there’s also so much to learn when in the area.

Visiting a plantation was one of those educational experiences that I knew I didn’t want to miss. Louisiana plantations, unlike those in other Southern states, mainly grew sugarcane. And due to the state’s Creole influence, the plantations of New Orleans themselves have some unique features.

My family had the chance to visit many different plantations in the New Orleans Plantation Country area, and if you’re planning a trip and wondering which one or two you should visit, look no further. These are my thoughts on four of Louisiana’s most popular plantation tours. [Read more…]