A back-to-back cruise is when you take consecutive cruises on the same ship. While this might initially sound like an odd thing to do, the practice of back-to-back cruises has a lot going for it. Here are the details and why it might be right for you. Back to Back Cruises: What They Are And…
Buying the perfect-sized ham for all those holiday gatherings isn’t easy. Is it a pound per person, or two pounds per person? You just never know. When I’m standing at the supermarket staring at the ham choices, I figure I’d rather have more ham versus not enough. It’s never a problem figuring out what to…
Should you have a car at Disney? Do you need one? As a very experienced Disney vacationer – I visit Walt Disney World annually with my husband and two kids – I can help you answer the question “Should you have a car at Disney?” This will vary depending on where you start from and…
If you want a rustic – but not too rustic – Texas escape with a good dose of retro, The Range Vintage Trailer Resort deserves a spot on your travel shortlist. Outdoor beauty, tranquility, and a fun intro to the world of Airstream and vintage travel trailers near a just-right-sized town that’s fun to explore…
I love spending time in the great outdoors. I can spend all day discovering new trails or floating in the river and ending the day with roasting a marshmallow over a campfire. BUT. When it’s time to go to bed, I love the great indoors. My love of outdoor life doesn’t extend to sleeping on…
When my kids were in second grade, they came home one fine February day and asked me if “The Leprechaun” was going to come to our house and bring him chocolate coins. I thought “Really? That’s a thing now?” I went down a Pinterest rabbit hole, which today would amount to watching hours worth of…
I booked an Amtrak sleeper car from San Antonio Texas to Alpine Texas. It was my first overnight train ride and here is what I wish I’d known before my trip. The Texas Eagle I planned to travel from my home in San Antonio to meet a friend to hike in Big Bend National Park. Amtrak’s Texas…
One of the best things about living in San Antonio is living near the Texas Hill Country Drive for an hour or so and you’re in completely different surroundings. Rolling hills, quaint German buildings, and delicious German food – who doesn’t like the sound of that? With all the surrounding wineries, you might think that…
If you’re looking for ideas for spring break in Texas, enjoy this list of Texas spots I’ve experienced firsthand. If you don’t see your favorite spot, I’d love to hear about it. There are a lot of places on my “haven’t done it yet” list and I’d love to add your favorites. Spring Break in…
I am not a vegetarian or a vegan but I enjoy all types of food and try to do at least one meatless day every week. If you’re looking to stretch your food dollar and create more meatless meals or plant-based meals, check out this list of over 75 delicious vegetarian soups. You’ll find some…