I love roadside attractions and if you travel with my family, you can bet that I will find at least one roadside attraction in route to, while visiting, or leaving our destination. A couple years ago, I planned a trip to Florida in December and found a number of roadside attractions to visit. We spent…
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DIY Disney Travel Savings Jar
This fun DIY Disney Travel Savings Jar is ideal for anyone who has ever priced a Disney vacation. Everyone knows that it is not an inexpensive destination. For most families, a trip to the Magic Kingdom requires a bit of planning and saving. And while it’s great for mom and dad to sock a bit…
A Stay at the Disney Yacht Club Resort
Disclaimer: This post is brought to you by my daughter Chelsea. Our stay at the Disney Yacht Club Resort was complimentary as part of the TravelingMom network retreat. My family, like many families, usually stay at hotels that are, well, cheap. The cheaper the better. That’s why I was so surprised by a stay at the…
10 Roadside Attractions you don’t want to Miss
Asking a roadside attraction enthusiast to choose their favorite roadside attraction is like asking a parent to choose their favorite child. It’s an impossible feat. And once a roadside attraction junkie, always a roadside attraction junkie so that list of favorites is likely to change with each new road trip you embark on. I know…
Holidays to Orlando: Three Theme Park Itinerary Fillers
It goes without saying, when it comes to family holidays, Orlando is heaven. Home to a bounty of theme parks and amusements that appeal to people of all ages, this area of Florida is what dreams are made of. As time continues, more and more attractions pop up to ensure that your holiday will be…
3 Disney Souvenirs that Won’t Break the Bank
Disney may be a magical place to visit, but that magic doesn’t come without a price tag. Disney souvenirs are one of those major expenses every parent must face. Even if you manage to cut corners and find savings here and there, a trip to Disney for a family is going to cost a…
Kissimmee, Florida Monument of the States Roadside Attraction
The Monument of States, located in Kissimmee, Florida is a towering tribute to the unity of the United States. It is a great place to visit with your family to learn more about the history of the U.S. and to see a unique piece of art that commemorates the states. Kissimmee, Florida Monument of the…
The World’s Second Largest Gator Roadside Attraction in Kissimmee Florida
Update: Sadly, this roadside attraction is no longer standing. It was demolished in 2014. This roadside attraction found at 4580 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy in Kissimmee, Florida was once the World’s Largest Gator but thanks to Gatorland in nearby Orlando, it is now the World’s Second Largest Gator. Still, an impressive title if you…
