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The right carry-on bag is a vital part of making a long trip on a plane as smooth as possible for you and your children. Most airlines allow one carry-on bag and one personal item for each passenger, so you can pack a small bag for each of your kids. But, packing for children adds a whole new dimension to the process. Here are a few tips on how to pack a smart carry-on for those long flights. . Don’t forget the travel necessities. Regardless of age (this means you mom and dad), it’s a s...
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. A Walt Disney World vacation is a magical, unforgettable experience. But it can also be an expensive experience if you’re not careful. We’ve got few simple tips to help you save money at Disney though, so take notes! . . . Pack your own food—and water bottles—to bring to the parks. Disney World meals can be delicious, but they are undoubtedly expensive (as with most things at Disney). A much better idea is to eat breakfast in your vacation rental and bring small ...
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Vacations are always something we look forward to. However, where we’re going to stay while on vacation usually becomes somewhat of an afterthought. The obvious choice is a hotel right? They’re easy to find and usually in the heart of most travel destinations. Not so fast. If you’re looking to get the MOST for your , you might want to reconsider and explore vacation rentals. Here are our top reasons to choose vacation rentals vs hotels. All the Comforts of Home Staying in a hotel c...
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December means LEGOLAND's Christmas Bricktacular kicks off Every Saturday and Sunday in December, you and your little ones will be able to participate in extraordinary holiday-themed LEGO® builds, interact with LEGO Santa and LEGO Toy Soldier Characters and experience snow falling down on Fun Town. Nightly fireworks will begin on Dec. 26 and will last until the end of the year, culminating in on December 31! Call NOW TOLL FREE (866) 934-9177 to purchase tickets! Christmas Bri...
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. See Universal Studios’ Christmas version of the world’s number one holiday parade with the Macy's Holiday Parade at Universal Studios! . For many of us, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is a yearly TV tradition, even though we might never see it in person. Luckily though, after the Thanksgiving Day Parade wraps up in New York, many of the breathtaking balloons and floats get sent straight to Universal Studios Florida, and this year they’ll be here from December 6 to January 3...
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. Universal Studio's Diagon Alley is loaded with nod to the Harry Potter books and movies, and it may be impossible to see them all in one visit. But we've compiled a list of 5 things to keep your eyes open for during your next (or your first!) visit to Universal's newest addition to their wizarding world. . . . . 1. The Makings of a Magic Wand If you find yourself wandering by Ollivander’s Wand Shop in Diagon Alley, take a moment and peek into the windows along the street...
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