Read all about our experience visiting Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique on the Disney Magic cruise ship.
Our First Disney Cruise: Everything You Need to Know About Sailing on the Disney Magic
A detailed review of our family’s first Disney cruise experience on the Disney Magic.
Disney Magic Restaurant Review (4 Night Cruise)
Here’s my deep dive into the three main dining rooms on board the Disney Magic cruise ship.
One Day at Disneyland: A Guide from a Disney Novice
I have to admit that although I’ve been looking forward to family travel since before my daughter was born, Disney has never been very high on my list. Partly because of the cost and crowds, but also because everyone I’ve talked to about visiting makes the planning process sound so complicated and stressful. The more …
Year-Round Water Park Fun: A Review of Great Wolf Lodge in Gurnee, Illinois
The winter doldrums can really get you down this time of year, and while it’s not always possible to book a trip to the Caribbean, an indoor water park can scratch the itch for some mid-winter summer fun on a budget. The best known chain of indoor water parks in the US is Great Wolf …
The Best Books I Read in 2024
I love doing end-of-year reading recaps to look back at the books that made the biggest impression on me. Here are my very favorite reads from 2024 – and I’d love to hear what books made your list.
20+ Books to Read Before a Trip to Turkey (Including Books for Kids)
I enjoy doing some thematic reading before bigger trips, especially to places where I’m less familiar with the history and culture. Before our recent trip to Turkey, I tried to read as many books about and set in the country as I could, including non-fiction about the country’s history, literary fiction by contemporary Turkish authors …
All-Inclusive on the Turkish Riviera: A Review of Lara Barut Collection
After visiting Istanbul and Cappadocia, we wrapped up our family trip to Turkey with four nights at the all-inclusive resort Lara Barut on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast near Antalya. Read on for my full review of this resort.
How to Spend Two Days in Cappadocia with Kids
Visiting Cappadocia with kids? There’s a lot to do with school age kids in this part of Turkey, from pottery classes and horseback riding to ancient cave cities and underground dwellings to explore. Check out how we made the most of two days here.
Four Days in Istanbul: A Kid-Friendly Itinerary
Planning a trip to Istanbul with kids? Check out my itinerary for how to spend four kid-friendly days in the city.