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8 Reasons The Settler’s Inn is the Quiet Escape You Need

August 14, 2018 By Meredith 4 Comments

Do you and your love need a quiet escape? No doubt! Check out this genius find--The Settler's Inn is the perfect getaway for you and yours and here are 8 genius reasons why! Get ready to kick back, friends!

***Thank you to The Settler’s Inn for sponsoring this post and hosting us so we could enjoy a quiet escape to their property and tell you all about it!*** We’ve done a fair bit of family traveling this summer, and I’ve enjoyed filling you in on our kid-filled adventures, but let’s take a break from […]

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Filed Under: Couple Time, Vacations

10 Reasons to Love the Family-Friendly King and Prince Resort

August 6, 2018 By Meredith 8 Comments

Magical family vacations are so incredible! The gorgeous, family-friendly King and Prince Resort is such a win for all of these 10 reasons--#6 is my favorite!

***Thank you to the King and Prince Resort for sponsoring this post so I could fill you in on why the incredibly family-friendly King and Prince Resort is a must-visit!*** You know those magical unicorn times with kids, the rare ones when you think, “Sweet! We’ve got this family gig down and it’s working out–it’s […]

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Filed Under: Vacations

10 Smart Tips for a First-Time Visit to Gatorland

July 30, 2018 By Meredith 3 Comments

Not sure how to plan your first-time visit to Gatorland? Here's the whole scoop you need, plus 10 super-smart tips to help you make the most of your visit and enjoy the day! Tip #7 is genius--made our day go far more smoothly!

***Thank you to Gatorland for hosting my family for our first-time visit to Gatorland and sponsoring this post so I could share our experience with you!*** A year ago, one of my husband’s co-workers shared such a glowing, rave review of Gatorland, our interest was very piqued. So when we decided on a family road […]

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Filed Under: Vacations

8 Smart Tips for Visiting an Amusement Park with Your ASD/SPD kid

June 28, 2018 By Meredith 4 Comments

Visiting an amusement park with your ASD/SPD kid can be a frustrating and challenging experience, but these 8 smart tips (from a mom who has BEEN THERE) help loads. Check them out, plan your trip the smart way, and ENJOY your day, mama! Tip #5 is especially genius for your sensory kid!

***Thank you to Dutch Wonderland for sponsoring this post so I could fill you in on Visiting an Amusement Park with Your ASD/SPD kid!*** Growing up visiting Dutch Wonderland (one of my earliest memories is sliding down the birthday cake slide into a mud puddle–my grandparents were thrilled ;)), and now sharing this special place with […]

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Filed Under: ASD, Vacations, Young Kids

10 Smart Tips to Visiting Iceland with Children

June 7, 2018 By Lindsay Houser 2 Comments

Visiting Iceland with children is easier than you might think! Grab these 10 smart hack tips and sort your vacation like a mom boss! I especially love tip #7--would never have thought of this!

This month I had the opportunity to travel to one of America’s current top tourist destinations: Iceland. To say it was beautiful was an extreme understatement. The island scenery is vast and eever-changing so much so that you almost feel like you are in a different world. There is so much to do that you can’t possibly fit […]

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Filed Under: Leaving the House, Vacations, Young Kids

ZooAmerica 40th Anniversary!

April 24, 2018 By Meredith 2 Comments

ZooAmerica's 40th Anniversary is happenning! Such a cool, family-friendly zoo that is the perfect spot for a day out with the kiddos! Go enjoy your family day out, mama!

Thank you to ZooAmerica for sponsoring this post so I can fill you in on this cool zoo that has thrived for 40 years! All opinions are 100% my own. ZooAmerica holds a special place in my heart, as some of my earliest young memories are of visiting this zoo with my parents and grandparents. […]

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Filed Under: Vacations, Young Kids

Hersheypark’s Accessibility Program: Making the Most of Your Visit with ASD/SPD

April 19, 2018 By Meredith 12 Comments

Hersheypark's Accessibility Program is SO IMPRESSIVE! If you have a kid on the spectrum, it is a Godsend. It goes far beyond other parks' services for ASD/SPD kids, and is so holistic and inclusive! Check it out--you will be so eager to plan your amusement park visit!

Thank you to Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company for hosting my visit so I could share this information about Hersheypark’s Accessibility Program with all of you; all opinions are 100% my own! A few years ago, my family was planning a big amusement park trip, and I stumbled upon a wonderful find: there was help […]

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Filed Under: ASD, Vacations

Tips for Planning Your Next Summer Vacation  

March 28, 2018 By Meredith 4 Comments

Looking to plan the perfect summer vacation? Done! Grab these smart, must-know trips and planning hacks and a fantastic family vacation is in the bag! Plus, make sure to check out the money-saving hacks to keep your trip budget-friendly!

While spring is just getting off the ground, the summer season will be here before you know it. Maybe you plan on taking a nice vacation with your family to get away from it all. If so, go ahead and stock up on useful tips now so you’re well-prepared when vacation time rolls around so […]

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Filed Under: Organization, Summer, Vacations

5 Must-Know Tips to Tackle Disney in a Day

March 19, 2018 By Amy Waltermyer 2 Comments

Planning a super short visit to Disney? Here's to a genius travel planning win with this 5 tips to ace Disney in a day! Bonus? Scoop the 4th tip to total score a family vacation you won't forget!

Tackling Disney can be daunting to even the most seasoned travelers. But tackling Disney in a DAY? ONE DAY? 24 hours? That’s a whole new level of crazy! Whether you’ve been to Disney before or not, you’re probably aware that not only is Disney World BIG, but there are four separate parks (and two waterparks!). You could stay […]

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Filed Under: Disney, Organization, Vacations, Young Kids

8 Smart Tips for Managing a Balanced, Healthy School Break

November 15, 2017 By Meredith 2 Comments

Working hard to keep your kids active and fit? Check these 8 smart ideas to keep your family fit, healthy and actively enjoying all that life holds, despite school breaks and life interruptions. I especially love tip #4!

****This post was sponsored by Boys & Girls Clubs of America as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central so I could share best tips for managing a healthy school break, and all opinions expressed in my post are my own.*** Raise your hand if you are already looking forward to the upcoming winter […]

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Filed Under: Exercise, Fitness, Health, Holidays, Preschool, School, Vacations, Weight Loss

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