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Seasickness | Tips to Prevent During Your Cruise

August 14, 2016 by Billie Hillier Leave a Comment

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Seasickness Nothing will ruin a carefully planned cruise like seasickness aka motion sickness. If you are a first-time cruiser and not sure if you will be susceptible to seasickness, be sure to take preventative measures to lessen your discomfort while on the cruise ship. [irp posts="46146" name="Packing List for Cruise | Tips on What the ...

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How to Enjoy Shark Week in Las Vegas

August 10, 2016 by Billie Hillier Leave a Comment

Shark Week I am not sure when my son discovered Shark Week but as soon as he did our DVR was full of nothing else. The fascination with sharks has never ended as we have taken several trips to find fossilized shark teeth and watch dumb {and I mean REALLY dumb} shark movies... seriously, a shark vs a T-Rex. Actually, he loves anything related to ...

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Can You Shop at Costco Without a Membership

May 29, 2016 by Billie Hillier Leave a Comment

Can You Shop at Costco Without a Membership We have had our Costco membership for over 15 years and recently downgraded from the Executive Plan of $100 a year and 2% “cash back” to the $55 a year version since we were not spending enough to warrant the higher membership level. Honestly, we use our membership to buy gas more than we shop in the ...

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Survival Guide to Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort

May 11, 2016 by Billie Hillier Leave a Comment

It's that time of the year where most kids are back in school and the season is starting to change, so that means the holiday season is fast approaching. And at Disneyland that means its almost time for Holiday Time at the Disneyland Resort which usually runs from mid-November to the first week of January and the park goes out for the holiday ...

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Non Gaming Hotels in Las Vegas

April 12, 2016 by Billie Hillier Leave a Comment

Non Gaming Hotels in Las Vegas If you looking for a list of non gaming hotels in Las Vegas to help you plan your family vacation, we have you covered. Non Gaming Hotels in Las Vegas on The Strip Delano Las Vegas at Mandalay Bay - 3950 S. Las Vegas Blvd., Las Vegas, NV | Type: Resort/Hotel Elara, a Hilton Grand Vacations Hotel - Center ...

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Our Travels

August 21, 2015 by Billie Hillier Leave a Comment

Arizona Travel Little Jamaica Little Jamaica has been closed by the ADOT. If you are looking for a wet family fun day, check out Little Jamaica in Littlefield, Arizona. It’s a man-made swimming hole that is near the Virgin River. Coyote Buttes North and The Wave One of the most sought-after hikes in the world is The Wave in ...

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The Doors of San Miguel de Allende

May 9, 2015 by Billie Hillier Leave a Comment

The Doors of San Miguel de Allende

The Doors of San Miguel de Allende While strolling through the streets of San Miguel it was obvious that the hand carved doors were going to be photographed and part of my San Miguel de Allende series. It was a brilliant idea. So creative I thought. Well, that was before I got home and started researching only to find out that not only ...

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Carnival Serenity Retreat (Adults Only Area)

January 16, 2015 by Billie Hillier Leave a Comment

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Our family recently spent time over Thanksgiving on the Carnival Victory to celebrate my sister's 40th birthday and my dad's 65th birthday. With a group of 10 of use with varying ages, we were all looking for something different to do on the ship. One of the best amenities on the Carnival Cruise Line is their Serenity Adult Only area. (At ...

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Karisma Resorts Weddings

October 25, 2014 by Billie Hillier Leave a Comment

Karisma Resorts Weddings

Karisma Resorts Weddings I do not know what it takes to be legally married in Mexico but after visiting Generation Riviera Maya Resort on a press trip, I thought to myself if I were to ever marry again, this would be the place. Pick either the beach, the pier, or the chapel - any of these options would make an amazing backdrop for a lovely ...

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Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Generations Resorts, Karisma Resorts

Hidden Cruise Costs | Don’t DOUBLE Your Vacation Budget

October 20, 2014 by Billie Hillier 1 Comment

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Hidden Cruise Costs While the sound of an all-inclusive vacations sounds amazing (and they are!) there are fees and expenses that some travelers do not consider when booking a cruise. These "hidden cruise costs" can potentially DOUBLE your vacation budget if you are not careful. Personally, we feel a cruise is one of the best bargains for our ...

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My Trip With Mexican Coke

September 21, 2014 by Billie Hillier Leave a Comment

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My Trip With Mexican Coke My daughter and a few friends are Mexican Coke addicts. Often you will see them at Costco buying it by the case since it's a bit cheaper to buy it in bulk. Recently, I was fortunate enough to be invited on a press trip to Karisma Generations in Riveria Maya to experience the hotel and all of the amenities they offer their ...

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Filed Under: Travel Tagged With: Cancun, Coca Cola, Karisma Generations, Karisma Resorts, Mexican Coke, Mexico

La Casita Blanca – San Juan, Puerto Rico

September 10, 2014 by Billie Hillier Leave a Comment

La Casita Blanca

When we driving around San Juan trying to find La Casita Blanca, I was really doubting our GPS that we were in the right place. It's located in a residential area with small shops and stores and not a lot of other restaurants. We finally found it, parked, and as I was getting out of the car I saw a happy man leaning outside a window smiling and ...

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