Posted by: admin in General on March 24th, 2011



Upon having a child, your entire vacation plans are immediately altered.  At first, it is difficult to go on any kind of vacation with a newborn.  Once they graduate to being a toddler, you can take them to some great vacation spots.  Here are some recommendations.

One of the best places you can take a toddler for vacation is Sesame Place.  This is an especially good place if your child is familiar with Sesame Street and all of the characters.  Your toddler will certainly be excited to see all of the characters like Elmo and Big Bird.  Sesame Place is a one day adventure but there are also zoos and others parks nearby.  Sesame Place is located in Langhorne, PA.  The park is open daily until 8 p.m.

Theme parks are a great idea for a vacation with your toddler.  When choosing a destination, Orlando, Florida should be at the top of your list.  The resorts that the theme parks are located on really cater to families.  They offer amenities such as baby changing stations and stroller rentals.  They also offer food prepared specifically for children of all ages.

One idea you might not have thought of is going to an all-inclusive resort.  It is becoming more and more common for the resorts to provide 24-hour nurseries.  Even if you only use them for a small amount of time a day or during their nap, it is still a much needed break for you and a small amount of time to relax.  Another accomodating feature is that many rooms offer 24 hours room service and a mini-fridge.  While not the most cost-efficient options, both of these provide a great level of convenience when needed.

Some find it beneficial to travel leisurely when taking a toddler on vacation.  A benefit of it is, there is no fear in anticipation of getting on the plane.  Also, is is very likely that your child will take a nap during the ride.  It is advised to travel in the evening so it is more likely your toddler will become tired during the drive so they can sleep for thee majority of it.  

When travelling with a toddler, it is a good idea to plan many stops along the way.  This is so you can get out, walk around, grab some refreshments, change diapers, etc.  It is important to not get in a hurry while travelling, because there is going to be a lot of stress trying to rush a toddler.  It is a predicament that can be avoided by allowing extra time to travel.

Also, it is important to try to maintain the same routine that you keep your toddler on while at home. If your toddler is used to taking a nap at 2 p.m. then do everything you can to maintain this.  Doing this will keep your child comfortable and allow him or her to stay in a comfort zone.

Travelling with a toddler can be a difficult time for scheduling fanatics. Do your best to try to keep it loose.  Plan plenty of time between activities.  Most of all, don’t forget about yourself.  Try to find things that you and your toddler can enjoy, such as the examples I listed above.  They are fun for the toddler as well as fun for you.

Posted by: admin in Tips on December 17th, 2010



Orlando-Kissimmee is the third largest metropolitan area in the United States and is best known for its many theme park attractions. Once someone has enjoyed the rides, magic and fun of Orlando, it’s not a hard sell as a favorite vacation destination. The city is synonymous with theme parks and in an effort to save money, as well as time, waiting in line at the park, travelers often purchase theme park tickets online. It’s not uncommon to find hundreds of online and off line businesses competing for their share of theme parks ticket sales by promising the lowest prices.

Although the task of finding the best ticket price may seem daunting, the process can be broken down in just a couple of steps that can be done in as little as a couple of hours, depending on your web surfing skills. Before you begin gathering information, make sure to get a pen and some paper in order to keep track of company names, ticket prices and other details that may be forgotten as soon as you leave their website.

The first thing you should do is a get a “baseline” ticket price for the theme park you’re interested in by visiting the theme park’s official website. Go through the motions of purchasing tickets (but don’t buy them yet!) and make sure to add all the options you’re interested in, like park hopping, meal plans, express passes, etc. The total cost for tickets during this first step will be the price to beat when you start shopping the vendors with discounted Orlando theme park tickets.

Now that you know what the actual parks will be charging you, the second step is to get some prices from the “competition”. During this second step of researching discount ticket vendors, you want to make sure they are a legitimate company. There are many sites who claim to offer cheap tickets, so make sure that the business is an authorized ticket provider and can back it up. The term “Buyer Beware” definitely applies to the search for the cheapest park tickets so if you’re ever in doubt about the legitimacy of a company, do not buy tickets from them, ever.

With that said, get online and do a Google search for “discount theme park tickets”, “discount Disney tickets” or something similar and see what comes up. There will be several pages of listings, but the ones that I usually investigate first are the sponsored listings that are in the top yellow box as well as the ads on the right side of the first page of your Google search results. These ticket companies are paying big bucks for the privilege to be among the top ten advertisers and can usually offer the best savings and most will even match or beat a competitor’s price.

You will have to weed through the timeshare solicitation companies offering free or discounted theme park tickets in exchange for a timeshare presentation, unless that is something that interests you. Find up to five companies and go through the virtual ticket buying process with each one and see what prices you come up with. Some companies may have you call their toll free number or fill out an online form in order to get a quote. They are used to people shopping around for the best prices so don’t be intimidated by this extra step.

You should now have the theme park ticket prices from the official park website along with at least three other ticket prices from the competition. Now it’s just a matter of choosing the best price ticket with the best options. There are also a few things to keep in mind when purchasing your discounted tickets:

1. When comparing prices, make certain that the sales tax is included in the posted price

2. Some theme parks only allow you to purchase meal plans through them.

3. If you know you will be returning to the same theme park within the year, it may be beneficial to buy annual passes or invest in tickets with the “No Expiration” option. Unused days and admissions will never expire, so you can continue to use that same ticket whenever you return to Orlando.

4. Military personnel often receive huge military discounts to Orlando theme parks. For example, the Hero Salute program offered by Busch Entertainment Corporation offers all active duty and ready reserve members of the service one day’s free admission along with up to three direct dependents to any one of their parks that include Busch Gardens, SeaWorld and Discovery Cove.

5. Airlines and travel agencies offer Orlando vacation packages that include airfare, park tickets, accommodations, rental cars, etc. You can often plan your entire vacation in one spot so don’t forget about this option when you have more time for research. Sign up at their websites to receive news of their latest discounts and promotions.

6. Members of Sam’s Club, Costco, AAA and AARP receive several travel benefits along with discounts toward theme park tickets. If you’ve already paid for the membership, you should take advantage of the discounts if they are offer the best price.

Finding the best price on theme park tickets doesn’t have to be complicated. Stay focused, do a little research and reap the rewards. The money you save on this trip can be put towards your next Orlando vacation.

Posted by: admin in Saving Money Tips on September 3rd, 2010



We could do with some extra money these days. Here we will explore 5 money saving tips that will help you keep some cash.

1) Recreation vs. Entertainment

There are alternative ways to keep you entertained besides going to the movies, concerts and theme parks. These entertainments can be expensive and last for a couple of hours. Instead, choose activities like camping, going to the beach, skating or get a low cost hobby.

2) Use the Library

Instead of going to the movies or renting DVD movies, you can go to your public library and borrow them. Also, check out books at the library instead of buying it at the local bookstore. You can use the library to browse magazines as well. This will save you around $10 – $30.

3) Avoid the mall

This may sound unreasonable for many people. However, if you want to save money, this is truly one of the best ways to do it. Most of the time, we buy things that we want, not need. By going to the mall, we often end up buying more things than we have set out for. Buy only when you really need it. You will thank your credit card bill a month later.

4) Skip the gourmet

You may not be aware of it but skipping 2 lattes a week can save you $24! Be moderate with your splurge on food. This is especially true when it comes to things like pizza delivery, gourmet deli, etc. This does not mean that you have to give up all your favorite food. Instead reduce the frequency of consuming them. For example, instead of having latte everyday, you can try to alternate with regular coffee. The key here is moderation. At the same time, you will probably end up with a trimmer body too.

When it comes to saving money, make it realistic and achievable. You can set mini goals and try to accomplish that on a timed basis. You will be glad to have money saved.

Posted by: in Tips on January 12th, 2009

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Posted by: in Tips on January 3rd, 2009

Article by Richard Skidmore

Florida is well known for its big theme parks and resorts such as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and SeaWorld. It’s easy to forget that behind all the rides and attractions, there it’s home to a wide range of unique wildlife and alien environments that cannot be seen anywhere else in the world.

The swamps in Florida are a great place to explore and get away from the hustle and bustle of the theme parks giving you the opportunity to take in the sights and sounds of the real Florida. The most popular way of seeing this part of Florida is by airboat, powered by a huge fan rather than a traditional underwater propeller, which avoids disturbing the aquatic wildlife and also prevents the boat from getting stuck in the swampy weeds. This allows you to skim across the surface of the water to keep an eye out for the native wildlife such as alligators, turtles and birds.

Although tourism to the theme parks is the main bulk of Florida’s income, airboat rides are becoming more popular each year as the experience branches out to the whole family. Most people who spend a fortnight in a resort can easily take a trip to one of the many airboat attractions dotted around Orlando and find it’s nice respite from travelling around the parks on foot.

Some airboat rides may offer different experiences such as a half hour trip for those who are simply after the experience. This means that you don’t have to make a reservation as the trips start regularly and you can hop on whenever you like. A day trip is suitable for the more avid tourists looking to catch a glimpse at the wildlife. Taking a picnic is a good option when doing this. You can also take night tours as most of the swamps wildlife is nocturnal giving you a better chance to see some amphibious creatures.

What to expect on an airboat ride- There are also no age limits on airboat rides meaning the whole family can go. You will get life vests and hearing protection as the fan can be quite loud.- The best time to go is in the summer at night time when the Alligators feed.- Alligators do not feed as much in colder weather, so the night tours usually stop in winter time.- All wildlife can be unpredictable so keep your eyes open. You never know when an alligator might be a few feet away just beneath the water.