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    Caribbean Escape: Our Couples-Only Vacation to St. John, USVI

    June 20, 2025

    St. John Getaway: A Kid-Free Caribbean Escape We Absolutely Loved For the first time in years, we took a trip without the kids! And while I know my kids would have adored St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands, this adults-only getaway with my husband and a few friends was exactly what we needed—relaxing, scenic, and filled with great food and adventures. Getting There & Getting Around We flew into St. Thomas, then took the ferry over to St. John. From there, we picked up our Jeep from Sunshine’s Jeep Rental. The Jeep definitely wasn’t in showroom condition, but it…

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    Yes, We Took Our Kids to Vegas—And Survived!

    June 20, 2025

    Yes, You Can Take Kids to Las Vegas—And They’ll Love It! I’ll admit it—Las Vegas was never on my radar as a family vacation spot, but we took the plunge this summer and I was surprised at how much fun we all had! With the right planning (and early nights), Vegas can actually be a great family destination. Where We Stayed: Tahiti Village Resort & Spa We booked a stay at Tahiti Village Resort & Spa, which is located off the Strip. The resort is marketed as family-friendly, and it definitely had some pluses, but overall I have mixed feelings.…

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    A Mother’s Day Weekend in Sedona: The Perfect Girls’ Getaway

    June 20, 2025

    Sedona is truly one of those places that takes your breath away—and it made the perfect setting for a Mother’s Day weekend escape! I planned a relaxing and adventure-filled trip for a group of seven moms and daughters, and it absolutely delivered. Just a quick and easy 2-hour drive from the Phoenix area, Sedona feels like a whole different world. Where We Stayed We rented a cozy Airbnb near the Bell Rock Vortex, which made for a peaceful base away from the crowds—though it’s worth noting that traffic into downtown Sedona is almost always heavy, so plan extra travel time…

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    Universal Studios Orlando with Kids: Review, Tips & What to Know Before You Go

    June 19, 2025

    As a Disney-loving family, we weren’t sure how we’d feel about venturing into Universal Studios territory—but we decided to give it a try! If you’re like me (not exactly a thrill-seeker), this review is especially for you. Booking & Travel Tips We booked our hotel and park tickets as a package which ended up being a great deal. We scored 5-day park tickets for the price of 3—hard to beat that! Airfare, on the other hand, was a different story. Flights into Orlando were sky-high at the time, so we flew into Tampa and drove the 1.5 hours to Orlando…