Summer is here and that is prime road trip season for my family. We love to get in the car and take off for the weekend. Sometimes we don't even have a destination in mind - we just hop in the car and drive! Whether we know where we are going or not, I do like to have a plan for our on-the-road snacks and meals. I keep at least one (sometimes 2) coolers handy so I can pack them with drinks and other goodies to keep up going. Planning ahead ...
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7 Best Vacation Spots for Families + IHG Rewards Club Giveaway
This post brought to you by IHG Rewards Club. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Mom Always Finds Out. Does your family have a Travel Bucket List? Mine does! My husband and I have been road tripping together since we started dating 15 years ago. Our first major road trip was driving the Alaska Highway. We have been going ever since. Now that we have added four children to the mix, we try to find the best vacation spots for ...
10 Suitcase Packing Hacks to Make the Most of Your Carry On
I love to travel. There's nothing more exciting than getting on an airplane to as exciting destination. If I'm headed for a weekend getaway, my carry-on suitcase can hold everything I need. I save money on extra baggage and don't have to wait around at the luggage claim. Plus I don't have to worry that my suitcase won't arrive at my destination at the same time as I do. There's a lot of useful space in a carry on suitcase. If you know how to ...
A Day at the San Diego Zoo
A must-stop on our family's California vacation was the San Diego Zoo. This zoo is one of the few zoos in the world with open air exhibits designed to look like natural habitats. If you are planning a San Diego visit, don't miss out on a chance to go to one of the best zoos in the whole world. My kids are still talking about our trip to the San Diego Zoo! We were first in line when the Zoo opened and started our day with the Guided Bus Tour. ...
Family Vacation Adventure Ideas in Gulf County Florida + $50 Gift Card Giveaway
This post brought to you by Visit Gulf County. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Mom Always Finds Out. Anyone who knows my family knows we love to go on vacations. Who doesn't?! Our favorite vacation destinations are places where we can have fun outdoors. Gulf County Florida is a great place for adventurous families who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the usual Florida tourist scene. The hardest part about ...
Thanksgiving Point, Utah Tulip Festival 2015
The tulips are blooming once again at Thanksgiving Point Gardens in Lehi, Utah. The annual Tulip Festival takes place April 9th through May 10th. This Utah event is the perfect way for families to celebrate Spring! Visitors can see more than 100 different varieties of tulips in every virtually every imaginable color. Every year brings a new, never-seen-before display featuring more than 250,000 tulips! You won't want to miss this year's ...
Super Awesome Things You Should Do at Universal Orlando
There is so much to do and see at Universal Orlando and it's all SO. MUCH. FUN!!!!! My first bit of vacation planning advice is to make a priority list of 10 rides and attractions you know you want to do here. Plan your day around those priorities. I was invited on the #UORGirlsGetaway press trip and received complimentary admission to Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure theme parks. All opinions expressed are 100% honest based ...
Never a Dull Moment at Universal Orlando: CityWalk
Night or day, there is a lot to see and do at Universal Orlando's CityWalk. This is one of many Orlando Attractions the entire family can enjoy. There's shopping, entertainment and lots of restaurants. Hard Rock Orlando, The Cowfish and Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville are only a few of CityWalk's unique dining options. I received complimentary accommodations, food and theme park tickets as part of the #UORGirlsGetaway media trip. All ...
Loews Pacific Resort at Universal Orlando
I took a taxi from the Orlando International Airport to the Loews Pacific Resort. I got out at the curb and walked across the wooden bridge from Orlando into paradise at this Universal Orlando Resort. It was green every which way I looked. Tall palm trees, sky high bamboo and tropical flowers are growing everywhere. My next few days were going to be filled with sunshine, good food and lots of fun. Thank you to Loews Pacific Resort for ...
