Today, is one year since we departed for our three-week European vacation (Sept 11, 2016). Our first stop was a layover in New York City and it happen to fall on the 15 year anniversary of 9/11. I wasn’t sure what to expect on such a memorable day. Even if you aren’t a New… Read more »
Cruising can be expensive but it doesn’t have to be Cruising is tons of fun but it can also be expensive if you just start charge everything to your shipboard account. I’ve only been on about a half dozen cruises but I have figured things out the hard way…financially. So, I thought I… Read more »
For those of us who have cruised, “why cruising?” has been a question asked to me several times by non-cruisers. I’m going to breakdown the awesome benefits of cruising and why it should be on top of your of list of things to do on your next vacation. Now I know that some of… Read more »
Bigger is Better at Vancouver Pizza Company If you find yourself visiting downtown Vancouver and are searching for a family-friendly restaurant, make your way to Vancouver Pizza Company. This pizzeria has been a community landmark in downtown Vancouver for over 20 years. If a restaurant has survived that long, they must be doing something right!… Read more »
Quality Shoes for the whole family I have to admit, I’m not a “shoe girl”, but after today things will change. The thought of spending over $30 on a pair of shoes frightened me…until I visited a boutique shoe store in the Hawthorne District of Portland called, “Clogs-n-More“. They have a total of four… Read more »
The event features a deck party with a fireworks display, character meet-and-greets, and Star Wars-themed family and youth activities. Cruising is one of our family favorite vacations. Now, add Disney in the mix and drop in some Star Wars…oh my goodness! You will have a vacation the whole family will remember for decades. Disney Cruises… Read more »
These 15 items can fit in your carry on when traveling with kids As a parent of 2 children (7 yo & 4 yo), I’m always looking for ways to improve our travel experience, especially when flying. If you don’t come prepared on the plane, it can make for a LONG flight. I have learned… Read more »
What do you get when you take delicious pizza and fantastic beer, mixed with family friendly atmosphere and a splash of Hair Band Metal Music? The answer is Heavy Metal Brewing Company. Located in the Vancouver Heights at The Old Tower Mall Area, Heavy Metal is the perfect place to go if you’re looking… Read more »
Fortside Brewing is in the forefront of the craft brew revolution The Craft Beer revolution is in full swing in the Pacific Northwest. Fortside Brewing Company is just one of the many breweries that recently opened up in the Portland Metro/ Southwest Washington area. With that realization, it takes more than serving good beer for… Read more »
If you are thinking of visiting or moving to the Pacific Northwest, these kid-friendly restaurants should be top on your list. You will soon realize that “supporting local” is not a fad but a culture. It doesn’t stop with arts and crafts. Local food is what powers and gives life to the restaurants of… Read more »
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