Some people think you have to have deep pockets in order to afford a cruise vacation. Truthfully, though, cruising can be cheaper per day than a reasonable hotel room. If you plan ahead, you can get your room and all-you-can-eat food for as little as $50 per day! I’m going to share my best tips for […]
Summer means warmer weather, more time together as a family… and lots of free time. After the hectic pace of the school year, this more relaxed lifestyle is often welcomed at the beginning of the summer, but as the weeks pass by, most families start looking for things to do outside the home. In order […]
Last year we threw all the kids in the car and took the iconic family road trip to the Grand Canyon! I love to plan trips, and this one was by far a favorite trip to plan the more I dug into locations and things to do. As we get close to summer, I wanted to […]
One part of traveling I hate paying for is airport parking. You might get a great flight deal and hotel but your stuck paying $12+ per day for even the cheapest lot. Head over to Groupon this weekend and get a deal with The Parking Spot good at 28 different airports in the US. You’ll […]
Looking for a fun vacation spot for the whole family? Great Wolf Lodge is it! There is a huge indoor water park, crafts, games, ice cream, and so much more. All those options also means it can get really expensive, really quickly. Thankfully there are a lot of ways to save! Here is a round-up […]
When people think of Orlando, Disney World most often comes to mind. With that comes the idea that this destination will be on the pricier side and will include Mickey Mouse. While Mickey might make an appearance, there are actually tons of free things to do in Orlando. From outdoor and recreational activities to cultural […]
When we go on a trip, there’s already a lot of inherent expenses: food, lodging, and gas. But in terms of things to do while we’re there, I always love finding free or almost-free things to do so that we can enjoy family time without spending a lot of money. I’ve done my research and […]
Our family loves camping! Not only is it a super frugal way to go on a trip together, life feels a little slower and more adventurous while we are out in the woods. Food is also an important part of camping, and I love trying new recipes that we can cook over the fire. Today […]