With a little planning, it can be easy to save money on vacation. There are easy ways to cut costs without cutting the fun – these tips will help you do it! You may be sitting there wondering, “How can I save money on vacation?” Wouldn’t it be nice to make the most of the…
How To Survive Holidays With Your Family When They Are Driving You Crazy
For those that go home & find their bedroom turned in to a gym, or your bedroom is still decorated in “Dora The Explorer”, here is how to survive holidays with family We talked about why you should visit family for holidays and how to keep the kids entertained while travelling, but what happens when…
Staycations | What To Do in Philadelphia!
If money is tight (or you just don’t feel like travelling) this year, you might want to consider a Staycation. If you live in the Philadelphia area, you can easily find enough to do every day of your staycation. The real problem is choosing what to do! Here are some staycation ideas for Philadelphia, PA…
Is a Disney Cruise Worth the Money?
The happiest place on Earth is also dubbed as the happiest place at sea, but it comes with a hefty price tag. In the 1990’s Disney rolled out a series of cruise ships to the Caribbean. They now offer cruises in Europe as well. Many families have a Disney cruise on their wish list but…
How To Stick To Your Diet on a Cruise
You have figured out how to afford a cruise and even decided which cruise is right for you. Now it is time to talk about one of the biggest issues with a cruise – not gaining 25 pounds in a week! For food lovers, a cruise is a dream come true. With a nearly endless…
How To Choose The Right Cruise For You!
When it comes time to choose the right cruise there are many considerations that come into play. We already talked about how you can afford a cruise for the same cost as other vacations, but now it it time to make some serious plans. Start planning your cruise at least 12 months in advance and…
8 Tips To Make Affording a Cruise Possible
Would you love to take a cruise but are afraid it’s just out of reach financially? Cruises are in reality one of the most inexpensive vacations people can take. They are also a ton of fun. We took the family on a Disney Cruise last year and we all still consider it the best vacation…
Family Travel Tips | The Family Road Trip (by Car)
Taking a family vacation can be both fun as well as a nightmare. This series will help you get through the family vacation with both your budget and your sanity intact! Oh please – make it stop. I can think of fewer things that I like less than a 14 hour car ride with my…
Family Travel Tips | Traveling By Plane
Taking a family vacation can be both fun as well as a nightmare. This series will help you get through the family vacation with both your budget and your sanity intact! Of course, the easiest and fastest way to get to most destinations is by plane. If you are lucky enough to live in a…
Family Travel Tips | Consider a Staycation!
Sometimes the best solution to your vacation-planning problems (whether they be lack of time or money) is the simplest – consider a Staycation! The term “staycation” has really only been around for a few years, but people have been doing it forever. Simply put, a Staycation is finding things to do (preferably on the cheap)…
Summer Getaway Ideas For Moms!
Mothers often do most of the heavy lifting in the parenting world in general and are rarely afforded the luxury of taking a vacation. Although there are certainly Fathers out there that do their fair share and more, the Mothers of the world never seem to stop. Finding new and refreshing ways to recharge those…
Best Budget Friendly Theme Parks to Visit
When you think of visiting a theme park with your family the term “budget friendly” typically isn’t in your mind. I’ve compiled a list of the Best Budget Friendly Theme Parks to share with you in hopes to change your mind and revolutionize your summer vacations. Not only are these places great to visit and…
Mindi has been blogging since 2008 sharing her best frugal living tips, recipes and more. When she isn't writing, she spends time as an unpaid cook, maid and chauffeur to her 3 children!
