The Audubon Louisiana Nature Center is a favorite escape for us when we need a quick dose of nature. This fantastic New Orleans attraction offers scenic nature trails, and the…
Stroller Friendly Adventures in New Orleans
Are you tired of the same old stroller walks around the mall or park? New Orleans is full of exciting attractions perfect for families with young children (and their trusty…
40+ Free Things To Do In Pensacola With Kids
Family fun in Pensacola doesn’t have to break the bank! Discover 40+ exciting and free activities to enjoy with your kids in this beautiful Northwest Florida city. From stunning beaches…
100+ Fun Things To Do In New Orleans With Kids
New Orleans isn’t just for grown-ups! This vibrant city is packed with family-friendly adventures waiting to be discovered. From interactive museums and nature trails to unique culinary experiences, there’s something…
WHY YOU WILL LOVE INFINITY SCIENCE CENTER ON THE MISSISSIPPI GULF COAST
NASA Infinity Science Center on the Mississippi Gulf Coast is a great day trip from New Orleans. Located next to the Mississippi Welcome Center, Infinity Center also serves as the…
GULFARIUM MARINE ADVENTURE PARK ON FLORIDA’S EMERALD COAST
When we lived in the Pensacola area, I had to find time to have a day of fun at the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. The marine park…
Tropical Falls at OWA: A Day of Thrills and Fun!
Did you know that there is a great little amusement park on the Alabama Gulf Coast, just an hour from Pensacola and a few hours from New Orleans? There is…
100+ SUPER FUN THINGS TO DO IN PENSACOLA WITH KIDS
Pensacola, Florida, is a vibrant coastal town with something to offer everyone, including families with kids. From its pristine beaches and historical landmarks to its exciting museums and family-friendly attractions,…
50+ Cute Winnie the Pooh Party Ideas
I have been a big fan of Winnie the Pooh since I was a little girl. Like most kids, Pooh, Piglet, Rabbit, Christopher Robin, Tigger, Kanga, Roo, and all of…
2024 St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations In New Orleans
As a kid, I wasn’t particularly excited about Saint Patrick’s Day because we weren’t Irish, and so it wasn’t a big deal in our family. As an adult, though, I…
2024 BLUE ANGELS PRACTICE SCHEDULE AT NAS PENSACOLA
The Blue Angels are one of Pensacola’s pride and joys. Just watching them, you can see why. With the home of the Blue Angels being NAS Pensacola, Pensacola residents and those visiting…
WALT DISNEY WORLD PACKING 101
People often ask what to pack for a trip to the most magical place on Earth. There are many things to consider when packing, such as the weather, time of…
2024 New Orleans Mardi Gras Parade Schedule
Mardi Gras in New Orleans is one of the best times of the year. The parades, the costumes, KING CAKE. Mardi Gras 2024 is February 13, 2024. The fun starts before the…
2024 MARDI GRAS EVENTS IN PENSACOLA
Mardi Gras is of our family’s favorite times of the year. The floats, the parades, the fun. When we moved to Pensacola in 2017, the kids had to make sure…
Gluten Free Heaven Can Be Found at Guncles In Mobile, Alabama
If you are gluten-free, you know how hard it is to find delicious pastries made with gluten-free ingredients. There are many things out there, but sometimes they miss the mark…
10 Reasons You’ll Love the Louisiana Children’s Museum
The Louisiana Children’s Museum moved to its new location in 2019 and is the children’s museum of our dreams. The new home inside New Orleans City Park is filled with tons of…
Meet Winnie the Pooh in the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World
I love Winnie the Pooh, he is one my all time favorite Disney characters. There is just something about that little ball of fluff that makes my heart happy. Oh course…
All About Community Maritime Park In Downtown Pensacola
Nestled in the heart of downtown Pensacola, Florida, Community Maritime Park offers a unique blend of history, recreation, and stunning waterfront views. This park is a must-visit for locals and…
Have Some Sweet Fun at Sweet Cone Alabama in Pensacola, Florida
“I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream” I’ve had been seeing Sweet Cone Alabama pop up on Instagram. So one day when we still lived in Pensacola,…
Awesome Reasons You Need to Visit Busch Gardens in Tampa, Florida
We wanted to do something different on our recent trip to Florida. We decided to head down to Tampa, Florida to check out Busch Gardens instead of our normal trip to…
Little Aviators Will Love Aviation Discovery Park in Pensacola, Florida
When I heard a park by the Pensacola airport where kids can watch the planes land and take off, I knew I just had to visit. Aviation Discovery Park is…
5 Fun Things To Do At Disney Springs
No trip to Walt Disney World is complete without a trip over to Disney Springs. We take at least two or three trips to Disney Springs every time we take a Walt…
All About Storyland in New Orleans City Park
Storyland in New Orleans City Park has been a favorite place for kids and adults. This beloved New Orleans attraction has been a part of our hearts for 60 years. In 2019 it got…
Tips for Visiting Legoland Florida Resort in Winter Haven, Florida
If you’ve got a kid between the ages of 5-12 and at some point in their lives have liked LEGO. Legoland Florida is the place to take them. We recently took…
Tips for Visiting Discovery Cove in Orlando, Florida
This summer we booked a trip to Discovery Cove in Orlando, Florida after friends suggested that everyone should visit at least once. We loved our day, and while I thought this would…
All About Perdido Kids Park in Perdido Key, Florida
When you ask in any local mom’s group where the best parks and playgrounds are in Pensacola, Perdido Kids Park is at the top of that list. There is good reason…
Things You Need To Know Before Visiting White Sands Lake Day Beach
My family recently spent the day at White Sands Lake Day Beach, a spring-fed lake located in Enon, Louisiana. Located just north of Folsom, it’s centered between Franklinton, Covington, and Bogalusa….
TIPS FOR VISITING LYNN MEADOWS DISCOVERY CENTER IN GULFPORT, MISSISSIPPI
When I first started venturing out with two kids, I remember the drama involved with long trips with two kids in a car. We started doing day trips from New Orleans and overnight…
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT VISITING UNCLE SANDY’S MACAW BIRD PARK
I love birds. Growing up we had cockatiels, cockatoos and African Greys. There was even a time where we raised baby birds. I found a place here in Pensacola that…
TIPS FOR VISITING GULF ISLANDS WATERPARK IN GULFPORT, MISSISSIPPI
A few years ago, I got tired of paying for country club membership just to use the pool area for the summer. I got season passes to Gulf Island Waterpark…
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LULU’S GULF SHORES
I had heard about Lulu’s for the last few years. Everyone I talked to RAVED about their food allergy menu and said this was a must do when traveling to…
CUTE BEACH PLAYGROUND ON FT. PICKENS ROAD ON PENSACOLA BEACH
One day on the way to Ft. Pickens we stumbled upon this adorable little beach park. We are always on the lookout for great attractions along the Gulf Coast that are perfect…
SIX WALT DISNEY WORLD QUICK SERVICE RESTAURANTS YOU NEED TO TRY
Our family LOVES Walt Disney World. Having kids with food allergies and being gluten-free myself, Disney is the place where we can eat freely with little to no worries. This is the…
COOL WAYS TO BEAT THE SUMMER HEAT AT WALT DISNEY WORLD
If you are like most people, you want to take a trip to Walt Disney World when the kids aren’t in school. This means going during a holiday or over the summer. It’s…
SUPER FUN THINGS TO DO ON CHECK OUT DAY AT WALT DISNEY WORLD
It’s check-out day and your Walt Disney World vacation is almost over. You’re all checked out and your flight isn’t until late in the evening and you’re not sure how to spend…
BRING YOUR PETS TO WALT DISNEY WORLD
Lots of us consider our pets to be part of our family. It’s not surprising that we want to take them on vacation with us. Did you know you can…
PERFECT SPOTS TO REST AT WALT DISNEY WORLD
A trip to Walt Disney World is half sprint and half marathon and completely exhausting. If you’re like me the go go go and crowds start to get to you after a…
ALL THE REASONS YOU NEED TO SAIL ON ROYAL CARIBBEAN’S HARMONY OF THE SEAS
A few years ago I had the opportunity to tour Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Seas. If I could use one word to describe this ship it would be AMAZING….
WHY WE LOVE CARNIVAL CRUISE LINES
A few years ago we took our very first cruise. While we were excited, we didn’t know what to expect. We LOVED the week spent on the Carnival Dream. So…
TERRIFIC REASONS YOU SHOULD TAKE A DISNEY CRUISE
I will start out by confessing that I am a Disney freak and love ALL things Disney. I expected the best on a Disney cruise, and I was not disappointed. Here are a 7…
AWESOME DISNEY VACATIONS THAT AREN’T TO WALT DISNEY WORLD
When you think about a Disney Vacation, what comes to mind? If you’re like most of us, it’s Walt Disney World. What if I told you that Disney has awesome…
THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE VISITING GREAT WOLF LODGE
A couple of years ago, our family visited Great Wolf Lodge Grapevine over Mardi Gras Break. We had a great time and I was supper shocked when my kids asked…
FUN THINGS TO DO IN HOUSTON WITH KIDS
Our family loves to travel and vacation, but my kids aren’t super excited about long trips in the car. We booked at the last minute for Fourth of July week. Our usual destinations…
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT TAKING A JEAN LAFITTE SWAMP TOUR
One of the coolest attractions in Southeast Louisiana outside of New Orleans. One that locals often take for granted, is a swamp tour. About a month ago, we went on the Jean Lafitte Swamp…
BEIGNET BITES – AN EASY BISCUIT BEIGNET RECIPE ANYONE CAN MAKE
One can’t talk about sweet treats in New Orleans without mentioning beignets. I had no idea how easy and yummy this quick substitute could be until about a year ago….
9 AWESOME TIPS TO MAKE YOUR NEXT BEACH VACATION FUN!
In 2017, faced with moving out of the house we rented in Metairie and nothing locally that would fit our family, we decided to make a huge move and head…
TIPS FOR VISITING SUGAR ROOTS FARM IN NEW ORLEANS
Did you know there is a hidden gem nestled against the urban landscape of New Orleans just minutes from Downtown? One where you and your family can spend the day…
Let’s Take a Virtual Tour of Epcot at Walt Disney World
As much as I love walking into the Magic Kingdom and seeing Cinderella’s Castle as I walk down Main Street USA, I have to say that Epcot is hands down my favorite…