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Monterey Bay Aquarium Review

February 27, 2019 By Aileen 2 Comments This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Are you planning a trip to Monterey? Read our Monterey Bay Aquarium review first to see if you should add it to your list of things to do in Monterey. Thank you to to the Monterey Bay Aquarium for offering complimentary media passes to facilitate this review. We visited the Monterey Bay Aquarium with our…

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Three kids staring at the jelly fish at Monterey Bay Aquarium.

Filed Under: California Travel, Museums, Travel

Disney on Ice Dare to Dream Review | Golden 1 Center

February 16, 2019 By Aileen Leave a Comment This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

We got to watch the all-new Disney on Ice show “Dare to Dream” on Thursday. It was such a nice way to spend Valentine’s Day together as a family, to check out a new show, and to check out a venue that was new to us. Thank you to Feld Entertainment for the opportunity for…

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Moana and Maui in the Disney on Ice Dare to Dream show.

Filed Under: Events, Travel

Warm Hospitality at Hofsas House | Carmel by the Sea, CA

February 15, 2019 By Aileen Leave a Comment This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

This post is sponsored by Hofsas House. We received complimentary accommodations to facilitate our review.  We had the opportunity to drive down from our home in Northern California and spend the weekend at Hofsas House in Carmel by the Sea. My first impression was just how warm and inviting Hofsas House was for our family. …

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The front of Hofsas House Hotel in Carmel by the Sea.

Filed Under: California Travel, Hotel Travel, Travel, Travel with Kids

Medieval Times Review – Buena Park

January 28, 2019 By Aileen Leave a Comment This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Thinking about buying tickets for Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament? Read this Medieval Times review first! This post is sponsored by Medieval Times. We received complimentary admission in exchange for our honest review. We took a trip to Southern California last week to visit Disneyland and got to make a stop at Medieval Times in…

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Three kids sitting on thrones at Medieval Times in Buena Park.

Filed Under: Amusement Parks, Travel

7 Things to do in Clearwater Beach

January 12, 2019 By Aileen Leave a Comment This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Check out all of the best places to visit in Clearwater Beach, Florida! Keep this list for your trip! In case you caught my review of the Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach a few months ago, I thought I would add a second post all about the things we did during our stay. I had such…

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Clearwater Beach at Sunset.

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Disneyland Character Breakfasts | Is it worth the money?

December 16, 2018 By Aileen Leave a Comment This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

See what this mom of three thinks of Disneyland Character Breakfasts and if they are worth the money! We have gone to three character breakfasts at Disneyland so far as parents. We are a family of five, so the price adds up quickly. In the past, we had paid to eat at other themed restaurants…

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A boy and girl standing with Minnie Mouse at a Disneyland character breakfast.

Filed Under: Disneyland, Travel

Halloween Weekend at the Petaluma KOA

October 29, 2018 By Aileen Leave a Comment This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

We spent the weekend before Halloween at the Petaluma KOA. See our favorite activities, and my favorites part about Petaluma KOA! This weekend trip to the Petaluma KOA had been planned for many months. We had never stayed at a Kampground of America before and were looking forward to celebrating Halloween in a very special…

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A 4-year-old-girl standing on a rock in the Petaluma KOA campground playground.

Filed Under: California Travel, Camping, RV Travel, Travel, Travel with Kids

A Weekend Away at the Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach

October 20, 2018 By Aileen 2 Comments This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

This post is sponsored by the Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach. All opinions are my own. Are you thinking about sneaking away from the kids for some time to decompress and relax? Check out the Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach. It’s perfect for a weekend away with the girls! I had such a great time at the…

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Palm trees and sugar sand at Clearwater Beach.

Filed Under: Hotel Travel, Travel

Family Friendly Russian River Camping

August 15, 2018 By Aileen 4 Comments This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

Finding a family-friendly location for Russian River camping is completely possible. This is one of our favorite campings resorts on the Russian River for families. The Russian River is an ideal camping location in Northern California because it has a natural water supply and is close to creature comforts like restaurants and grocery shopping. Our Russian…

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Two girls and a pink inner tube ready to swim in the Russian River.

Filed Under: California Travel, Camping, RV Travel, Travel, Travel with Kids

Transition to Toddler Bed While Traveling

July 6, 2018 By Aileen Leave a Comment This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.

This post on transitioning to a toddler bed while traveling brought to you by DockATot. We received a complimentary product to facilitate this post.  A simple way for your toddler to transition to toddler bed – even while traveling! Learn what worked from a mom of three. Allison started climbing out of her crib at…

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toddler girl laying on pillow pet with baby doll and blanket

Filed Under: Mom Life, Parenting, RV Travel, Travel, Travel with Kids

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Hi, I'm Aileen. I'm married to the love of my life and mom to three busy kids. My mission is to help busy moms cook good food and enjoy their families. I invite you to check out my long list of recipes, fun projects (for kids and moms), and honest posts about motherhood.

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