Local Travel/Events

Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill opens in Studio City

By on May 21, 2012

I have to admit that I hadn’t heard of Sammy’s Woodfired Pizza & Grill until I attended a pre-party at their newest location in Studio City. Guess what? I’m their newest fan! Sammy’s started out in 1989 in La Jolla and now boasts  18 locations throughout So. Cal and Nevada. Sammy’s in Studio City has [...]

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Glendale Galleria Disney Store’s Grand Opening

By on May 8, 2012

Need a Disneyland fix but can’t afford theme park prices? Head to one of the newly designed Disney stores for some fun! My daughter and I attended the grand-opening of the Glendale Galleria’s redesigned Disney Store last weekend. The new store is beautiful! You can’t help to have a “wow” moment as you walk through [...]

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MA Event: Spirit of Boston Easter Sunday Dinner Cruise Giveaway

By on March 31, 2012
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Looking for a fun way to spend your Easter Sunday? Check out The Spirit of Boston’s Easter Sunday Cruises. These fun for all ages cruises depart from the Seaport World Trade Center Marine Terminal in Boston. Your excursion covers the historic harbor with spectacular views of the city’s downtown.  There’s no better way to make a lasting [...]

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Colorado Adventure: Take Your Family Back to the Old West

By on March 28, 2012

We woke up in the city but went to sleep in the old west. Well, almost. It was more like an idyllic vision of the old west –sprawling, pastoral, rustic, elegant and a whole lot of fun – but with all the modern conveniences. This was our third stay at the 6,000-acre Devil’s Thumb Ranch. [...]

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Springtime in DC – Things to Do and See!

By on March 24, 2012

First and foremost, it’s cherry blossom season!  I know the tree in my front yard and those in my neighborhood are in full bloom, so I’m sure the Tidal Basin is gorgeous right about now!  If you live in DC or plan to visit anytime in the next month, you absolutely have to attend one [...]

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Entertaining Kids in NYC: Try the Theater

By on March 22, 2012

Theaters are a great place to take young kids in NYC and the off-off-off Broadway prices can be quite affordable. We just took our newborn, 3 year old and 5 year old to see a production of Puss and Boots at the Galli Theater Company. The kids had an absolute blast and begged to stay [...]

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Guest Post: Saving Money in San Diego With Your Family

By on March 17, 2012

Are you planning a trip to San Diego California anytime soon? Here are just a few hot tips on some free things to do while you are visiting! If you visit museums and attractions on the right day you could enter for a great discount and often times for FREE! Here are just a few [...]

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EPCOT International Flower and Garden Festival

By on March 15, 2012

For the past several years, my family as made it a point to take the trip to EPCOT for one of our favorite annual special events. EPCOTS’s International Flower and Garden Festival, presented by HGTV, is an amazing time for everyone. It features character topiaries throughout the grounds, HGTV and DIY Network Presentations, themed weekends, [...]

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American Idol Finalist Party and Coca-Cola’s Family Night Music Cover Artwork Contest

By on March 7, 2012

American Idol fans! Get those creative juices flowing and enter for a chance to win a trip for four to the American Idol Finale! Coca-Cola is promoting an opportunity for you to “Design the best music cover artwork”. I attended an exclusive Family Night blogger event to celebrate this promotion and to congratulate the 13 [...]

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Let the Memories Begin at Disney Parks!

By on February 18, 2012

Throughout 2012, Disney Parks is encouraging guests to “Let the Memories Begin.” A visit to Disneyland Resort could include a memory-making, 24-hour Leap Year adventure in Disneyland park, which will remain open “One More Disney Day“ from 6 a.m. Feb. 29th to 6 a.m. March 1st (entry valid with regular admission ticket). Guests may also [...]

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