Hello! Thinking of a trip to San Diego? Want to save money? San Diego is one of my favorite vacation destinations. It has so many no-fail family attractions, and the weather is gorgeous year-round. A few years ago, San Diego's visitors bureau launched an exciting program for families. Kids get FREE admission, meals and hotel […]
LEGOLAND California Resort is a favorite Southern California attraction for many families. SEA LIFE Aquarium is located next to the theme park and visitors can enter from inside or outside LEGOLAND. This fun and educational attraction is included with many LEGOLAND California Hopper tickets. My family visited SEA LIFE Aquarium during our first trip to LEGOLAND […]
Every time we go to LEGOLAND California in Carlsbad, California, there is something new to try. LEGOLAND Water Park was something we missed on our first couple of visits and my 9-year-old son BEGGED us to plan another San Diego trip so he could try it. We made it happen last October while we were there for Brick-or-Treat. […]
We recently visited San Diego, California for the first time and one our favorite things to do was watch the seals and sea lions. So today I'm going to share with you our tips on the best places and ways to view them while you are in San Diego, including tips for the San Diego […]
Hi there! Planning a trip to San Diego? SeaWorld San Diego has been one of San Diego's top attractions for families for 50 years. I have visited SeaWorld San Diego with my family several times in recent years, including a behind-the-scenes tour. Here are my favorite attractions, along with all my tips for making the […]
Hello! We recently returned from a fall trip to LEGOLAND California in the beautiful seaside community of Carlsbad. We were excited to check out Brick-or-Treat, LEGOLAND's Halloween celebration! SeaWorld and a day at the beach were also on our list. This trip was especially fun because my sister recently moved to Southern California and she […]
Hey there! Planning a trip to LEGOLAND California in October? Check out Brick-or-Treat, LEGOLAND's Halloween celebration. We just returned from a Fall Break trip to LEGOLAND California. Even though my kids are older now (ages 9 and 12), they were really excited to return to this fun family park. We made sure to visit LEGOLAND […]
If you're planning a trip to LEGOLAND, you're in for a treat! We visited LEGOLAND California twice in the same year because our LEGO loving son loved it so much. We've picked up a few LEGOLAND tips to help you make the most of your day. Wondering what you need to know to make your […]
Hey there! Planning a trip to San Diego? San Diego has over 70 miles of coastline and boasts some amazing beaches. How do you decide which San Diego beaches are best for families? Many beaches have a little different flavor, depending on what types of activities you are looking for. Do you want to play in […]
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Planning a trip to the San Diego Zoo? The world-famous San Diego Zoo is one of the top attractions for families in the San Diego area. It is conveniently located near downtown San Diego and offers visitors the chance to see exotic animals that are not commonly found in other zoos. Our family recently made […]
Planning a trip to San Diego? The USS Midway Museum is one of the most family-friendly museums I have ever visited. Young children are encouraged to climb in planes, push buttons, and pull levers. I visited with my five children – from teens to toddlers and we all had a great time. The USS Midway Museum […]
Hey there! Planning a trip to San Diego? The San Diego Zoo Safari Park is different from any other zoo my family has visited. We made a special trip for it – along with LEGOLAND California and plenty of beach time – right after my son successfully completed cancer treatment. It was a much-needed vacation […]
