Last weekend, my hubby surprised the family with taking us on an outing to Discovery Park of America in Union City, TN. We love traveling as a family and finding exciting attractions that has a ton of things for everyone to look at. That is exactly what we found when we visited this unique museum. ...
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Why You Need to Create a Travel Bucket List
It's hard to believe that I have now been traveling for work for almost 5 years. I created a travel bucket list all those years ago(click here to see mine!) and each year, I get to mark a few places off. The travel bug started so many years ago with that first trip to New York, and it hasn't let up since. ...
Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen – a great little restaurant on The Island in Pigeon Forge
Thanks to the Pigeon Forge CVB for providing compensation for this trip. All opinions listed are 100% my own. When my husband and I went to Pigeon Forge in June, one of the very first restaurants we chose to eat at when we arrived was Paula Deen's Family Kitchen. I have been a long time fan of Paula and have followed her along her journey for many years. To be able to visit her restaurant that ...
Fife and Drum Inn — a Historic Williamsburg Bed and Breakfast
This post has been sponsored by Fife and Drum Inn. All opinions listed are 100% my own. Anytime I visit a new location, I am always looking for unique places to stay. When I first started doing some research about traveling to Williamsburg, VA (since my hubby and I love history stuff), the Fife and Drum Inn -- a unique Williamsburg bed and breakfast popped on my radar. ...
Summer Travel: 5 Travel Ideas That Won’t Break the Bank
If you’re reading this, you’re probably like me. Our family loves a getaway trip, but it can be a struggle to afford a summer travel trip. But don't worry! I think that my travel ideas will help you to keep your budget intact and still get away with the family. ...
Margaritaville Island Hotel in Pigeon Forge, TN
I recently got the chance to visit Pigeon Forge, TN and stay at the beautiful Margaritaville Island Hotel. This hotel is located on The Island -- basically a city within a city in Pigeon Forge, TN. This hotel was everything I could have asked for and more. If you are visiting the area anytime soon, here is what you need to know and WHY you need to stay at this location. ...
Wilderness At The Smokies: Celebrating 10 Fabulous Years
This is a sponsored blog post; while the views expressed here are all mine, consideration was paid to me by Wilderness at the Smokies to review this product. If you have visited my blog for any length of time, you know my love for The Great Smoky Mountains and the towns of Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg both. With summer here, many families are looking for a great place to stay that has many ...
Pigeon Forge — Your Getaway for the Summer
Thanks to the Pigeon Forge Dept. of Tourism for hosting me on this trip. All opinions listed and love for Pigeon Forge are 100% my own. A couple of weeks ago, Stephen and I headed out on a weekend adventure to Pigeon Forge, TN -- a bustling little town full of amazing things to do. Life has been super busy, so when I was contacted and asked if I would like to come and check out the area, I ...
5 Fun Places to Eat in Boston
In December my husband and I traveled to Boston, MA to enjoy our anniversary in style. We flew first class on Delta airlines. We stayed at the Nantasket Beach Resort in Hull, and ate at some amazing restaurants. Here are 5 fun places to eat in Boston that I think need to be on your radar if you are planning on visiting. ...
Nantasket Beach Resort in Hull, MA
When hubby and I decided to fly first class to Boston, MA to celebrate our 24th wedding anniversary, we knew we wanted to stay somewhere close to where Wahlburgers and Alma Nove are located. I started looking around, and found THE perfect resort hotel, located right across the street from the beach. Let me tell you all about the Nantasket Beach Resort. ...
Visiting Wahlburgers in Hingam Massachusettes
When hubby and I hopped on a first class flight to Boston, Massachusetts, our only thought was -- we could not WAIT to try Wahlburgers -- the famous restaurant owned by the Wahlburg Family -- Mark, Alma, Paul, and Donny. Stephen and I are huge fans of their show on A&E, so we decided that one thing we could cross off of our bucket list was an anniversary trip there. What we discovered was ...
10 Fun Things to Do in Boston
These 10 fun things to do in Boston will keep you busy if you decide to visit like we did! Last month my husband and I traveled first class to Boston, Massachusetts to celebrate our 24th wedding anniversary. This place has always been on our bucket list to visit, so we finally saved up the money to go and visit some really fun and interesting places. If you are looking for somewhere new ...
3 Fun DIY Travel Gift Ideas
I love traveling. I caught the travel bug a few years back when I attended my first press trip to New York for the release of a movie. It was the first time in 13 years that I traveled by myself somewhere and I fell in love with it. ...
5 Tips to Help You Prepare for a Pumpkin Patch Visit
#advertisement I received compensation from Dr. Scholl’s® to write this post. All opinions are entirely my own. #CustomFitRelief #DrScholls Ever since my kids were little, every October that rolls around, we plan a trip to our local pumpkin patch. You would think that the older my kids get (they are 19 and 22 now) that they would grow out of this tradition. I found out this year just how ...
How to Prepare for a Long-haul Flight
Surviving a long flight is not as easy as sleeping for most of the journey. Being in a plane for, say, over ten hours can be tiring and uncomfortable. ...
7 Major Travel Mistakes You Must Avoid
Whether you’re about to set off on a globetrotting adventure or you’ve been to more countries than you care to imagine, even the most experienced traveler can benefit from some useful tips and tricks from time to time. No matter where you’re heading to, it’s only natural that you will want your trip to be one you’ll remember (for all the right reasons!). Staying in the know and being prepared ...
My First Experience Using VRBO for Vacation Rentals
Today I am sharing with you my first experience using VRBO - a vacation rental site. During our trip to Cedar Point this year with our youth group, we decided we wanted to do something different than the normal hotel stay. I had heard a lot about VRBO -- the perfect place to plan your vacation stay, so I decided to give it a try. ...
Everything You Need to Know Before Traveling to Australia
So you think you want to travel to the Land Down Under. You know about the sun, beaches, kangaroos and koalas, but not much else. ...
Traveling with Your Dog – 5 Things You Need to Bring
My post about traveling with your dog has been sponsored by Vita Bone®. All opinions listed are 100% my own. Y'all know how much I love my little Tucker -- the best chihuahua on the planet right? That sweet dog of mine goes everywhere I go -- even on vacation. I have had him now for about 9 years. After a few whirlwind vacations, I have finally figured out the necessities I need to bring ...
Southwest Airlines – 5 Reasons Why I Love Their Service More Than Others
Southwest Airlines has always been my favorite airline. Here's a few reasons why. I travel a lot -- and I have been on a lot of different airplanes flying to places like Austin, Texas or San Fransisco. In all of those flights, my all time favorite airline will forever and always be Southwest Airlines. This post is not sponsored. I just happen to love their service above every other. Here ...
Cedar Point – 5 Things You Need to Know if You Are Visiting the #1 Roller Coaster Capital of the World
Cedar Point was everything our family hoped it would be! Check out my tips below to make sure you have an epic visit to the #1 roller coaster capital of the world. We just got back from taking our youth group to Cedar Point -- the #1 roller coaster capital of the world located in a little town called Sandusky, Ohio. They have been wanting to go for years now, and they finally saved up ...
Freight House Restaurant – The First and Only Farm to Table Restaurant in Paducah KY
Freight House restaurant in Paducah, KY is definitely worth a visit y'all! Check out my dining experience below. On a recent outing with my best friend Michele to celebrate her birthday, I wanted to surprise her and take her somewhere special to eat. I had heard about Freight House Restaurant in Paducah KY -- the first and only farm to table restaurant in this area, so I knew this would be ...
Fazoli’s® New Naturally Italian Menu Will Have You Drooling!
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Fazoli's®. Recently, my daughter and I were out on a shopping excursion trying to find the perfect bathing suit for her. After many hours of searching with no luck in site, we decided to stop into Fazoli's® for lunch. I had heard that they had updated the menu. ...
9 Unique Shops You Need to Visit When You Travel to Harrodsburg, KY
Thank you to the Harrodsburg/Mercer County Tourist Commission for hosting me for a trip to Harrodsburg KY where I visited these 9 unique shops. I cannot wait to go back and visit again! On my recent trip to Harrodsburg, KY where I spent a weekend hanging out with my best friend -- we did a ton of shopping. We hit up so many different unique shops that I decided to write about them here and ...
The Beautiful Ritz Carlton Hotel in Orlando Florida
My recent stay at the Ritz Carlton Hotel Grande Lakes in Orlando, Florida was everything I expected it to be and more. Read on to find out about this gorgeous resort hotel and spa! Last month while I was at Mom 2.0, I had my first experience of staying in a Ritz Carlton Hotel. I have stayed in fancy hotels before, but never before had I stayed in a luxury resort and spa hotel. ...
4 Fun Almost Free Ways to Enjoy a Staycation in Your Town
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #BlueLizardSummer #CollectiveBias Over the course of my kids lifetime, we have done a many staycation in our town when money was tight and we couldn't go on vacation. Instead of making the kids feel like we couldn't do anything fun, my husband and I would get creative and create our own ...
Coleman House Bed and Breakfast in Harrodsburg KY
Thank you to the Harrodsburg/Mercer County Tourist Commission for hosting me for a trip to Harrodsburg KY. I cannot wait to go back and visit again! A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of visiting Harrodsburg, KY where I spent a couple of days touring the city. While there, I was able to experience my first B&B stay at the Coleman House Bed and Breakfast. Just click here to visit their ...
A Weekend in Harrodsburg KY
Thank you to the Harrodsburg/Mercer County Tourist Commission for hosting me for a trip to Harrodsburg KY. I cannot wait to go back and visit again! A couple of weekends ago, my sweet best friend and I hit the road for a weekend adventure to Harrodsburg, KY. If you have never been to this little neck of the woods in Central Kentucky you are truly missing out! You may remember last year when ...
8 Things Every Woman Needs for a Girlfriend’s Getaway Weekend
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #PureLife35pk #CollectiveBias Last weekend, my best friend Michele and I hit the road for a girlfriend's getaway. If you have never been on one before, let me just tell you -- you are missing out. This trip was exactly what I needed with how crazy life has gotten recently. Of course, going ...
5 Must Haves I Take With Me When I Travel
This post has been sponsored by Life Extension. All opinions listed here are 100% my own. I travel a lot these days. Over the course of the last 5 years I have taken numerous flights to places like California, Texas, New York, Ohio, Florida and more. Even though I am traveling a lot, that does not mean that I put my health on the back burner. Oh no! Even more so, I try to make sure that when I ...