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Looking through my huge collection of photos from our recent family vacation, the ones of the beach at Azul Sensatori takes my breath away. I cherish the memories of our time there. Serene, peaceful, blissfully content. The pure feeling of standing still and taking in every piece of the moment, like time stands still. ... even with my 3-ring circus in tow. My beach bums love the water, the sand and … [Read more...]
We are back from our fantastic family vacation at Azul Sensatori Hotel, by Karisma in the Mayan Riviera {20 minutes from the Cancun airport}. I have so many specifics I want to cover, of the resort and all the amenities offered {as well as our take on it all, of course}. Yet to start my series of posts, I thought it would be best in photos. A good intro includes a walk-through of the resort, taking in … [Read more...]
My family is in our second week of vacation in the Mayan Riviera, Mexico. Oh, the stories to tell when we get home! Really, I've had to keep notes 'cause these posts are going to be good! Hint: you can now officially call us the Griswold's on vacation. Seriously. Feet in the sand, relaxing by the pool, soaking in the warm sun, sweet ocean breeze, fine food ... We are in heaven! Heaven! This is a shot of … [Read more...]
Choosing an all-inclusive {AI} vacation since the twins joined our family, has been a battle in itself. Most hotels and thus, standard rooms at AI resorts have a maximum occupancy of 4. What about traveling families that take 3 kids along? Families of 5 {or more} do have the option of booking 2 separate rooms, yet this comes with a huge added cost. Plus, the obvious fact of splitting up the family, which … [Read more...]
My hubby and I just returned from a 4 day vacation to Vegas, our first trip to sin city. We stayed at the Cosmopolitan Las Vegas hotel, and had the most amazing views from our terrace. Here is the famous Vegas Skyline: by day and by night. Isn't it gorgeous? Who's been to Vegas? . {Link up your own Wordless Wednesday below & thanks for leaving a comment as well!} . . … [Read more...]
I know as well as anyone, traveling with a family is expensive. From weekend getaways to overseas trips, costs add up fast. For some, the mere thought of the expense, prevents them from planning family trips altogether. Rest assured fellow travel-lovers, there are simple tips and budgeting tactics that allow you to plan a great family vacation, without breaking the bank! Tips on: Saving for a dream … [Read more...]
Last weekend our family took a little day trip into Edmonton. One stop was to West Edmonton Mall. It used to be the world's largest mall {record held until 2004}, yet at the equivalent to 48 city blocks, it's still one huge mall to walk. One of the girls' favorite things to do at the mall is check out the Santa Maria, a true replica {hand carved and hand painted} of Christopher Columbus' ship, inside the … [Read more...]
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