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Where to Refuel at Universal Orlando Resort
While international travel is still limited, we love to dream of a time when we will travel again. Universal Orlando Resort reopened after the lockdown, with limited hours and many safety protocols in place. Those of you who like to know where your next meal is coming from can get
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Visit Virtual Orlando This Spring
“Do you want to go on a roller coaster ride with me?” Even though my six-year old knows that I mean a virtual ride, his excitement is still high, as he leaps beside me on the sofa, and fixes his gaze on the laptop. A few minutes later, the ride
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California’s Screamin’ – Three Verrry Scarrry Theme Parks at Halloween
When fall comes creeping into Cali, it takes its time. In the daytime, it’s all sunnies and shorts, but at night you’ll feel a chill in your bones. Hotels seem eerily empty, which makes shoulder season a great time to dig up a deal. If you love Hallowe’en, get a
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Star in Your Own (Vacation) Production, Hollywood Style!
There’s so much to see and do in Los Angeles that you might feel like you need a personal assistant to get you around. Here are some DIY scenarios to get you from the beaches to the back lots in style. Location, Location If you’d like a family-friendly neighbourhood close
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Sunny Days and Theme Parks: Your Guide to School Breaks in the O.C. and L.A. County
If you live in a place where winter has been pulling a heinous disappearing/reappearing act, (and even if you don’t live in Alberta) a summer trip (or spring break, or winter break!) where sunshine is virtually guaranteed seems like a solid plan. And if you are looking south of the
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Los Angeles: Tinseltown Without the Tots
I love traveling as a family, but after our recent adventures as a foursome, the husband I were ready to drop the kids off with grandma and head somewhere warm for a weekend alone. The prospect of planning a getaway that didn’t centre around child-friendly activities and focused on activities
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Family Travel: Southern California Theme Park Magic
A family vacation in southern California is not complete without visiting theme parks. Disneyland is of course the first to come to mind, but there are many more including two that we visited, Universal Studios Hollywood and Knott’s Berry Farm. Knott’s Berry Farm We spent a fantastic day at wandering
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