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Travel

2009 Recap: Restaurant Moment

December 2, 2009

Today I continue Gwen Bell’s Best of 2009 Blog Challenge. The DL: “Share your best moments of 2009 over the course of December. Don’t get hung up on details or length – if there’s an aspect of the question that doesn’t resonate, change it to meet your needs.”
My favorite restaurant moment of 2009
In May we [...]

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2009 Recap: Best Trip of 2009

December 1, 2009

A (virtual) blogging buddy of mine, Gwen Bell, has come up with a fantastic idea: She is hosting the Best of 2009 Blog Challenge this month. The challenge is to address one or all of the 31 writing prompts and “share your best moments of 2009 over the course of December.”
When I was a teenager, [...]

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Introducing: TravelingMom.com

July 6, 2009
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TravelingMom.com is THE place for travel advice, stories, and deals. An army of bloggers keeps you up-to-date on how to plan your vacation.

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“Secret” Disney World Attractions

August 28, 2008

These attractions aren’t necessarily secret, but people do tend to overlook them in favor of the big parks and attractions. If you’re looking for something different these activities will definitely fit the bill. Some are more crowded than others and, like everything at Disney World, it depends on when you go.

Water parks. Blizzard Beach is [...]

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Find the Best Disney World Vacation Information

August 27, 2008

AllEars.net: It’s the be-all, end-all of Disney World information.
DIS Boards: This is an e-mail forum where you can find tons of info. It’s a great way to stay up-to-the-minute on what’s going on in the parks and what’s working for others. It’s also a place to find out if there are any room codes (discounts) [...]

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Top Tips for a Magical Disney World Vacation

August 26, 2008

I love Disney World. I make no secret of it and I have been known to cry when the train pulls up in front of the Magic Kingdom first thing in the morning. Say what you will about consumerism and manipulation, I love Disney and it’s magical to me. You can’t convince me or my [...]

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Decoding Disney World Jargon

August 25, 2008

ADR: Advanced Dining Reservation. Usually made 90 days before you arrive.

Room Code: Discount code for reduced room rates.

Cast Member: Anyone who works at a Disney property.

Three levels of Disney resort hotels: Value, Moderate, Deluxe.

DTD: DownTown Disney. A large shopping area with many restaurants and specialty shops. If it’s Disney and can be bought, you’ll find [...]

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BlogHer Conference ‘08: Are You In?

May 29, 2008

I told you Tuesday that I’m speaking at BlogHer ‘08 this summer. Are you coming? Let me know in the comments! Wouldn’t it be great if we can meet? Oh, wait. You’re confused because I had that huge tirade about how I’m introverted and bonkers, right?
I get that.
I usually am introverted. However, I [...]

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Questions for You Travelers: San Francisco

May 27, 2008

I’m attending and speaking at the BlogHer ‘08 Conference this summer. I’m excited beyond words! I’m sharing a room with Shannon, speaking about blogging basics on Friday morning, and networking my little heart out.
I’ve never been to San Francisco. Although I’ll be completely booked with conference doin’s Thursday through Saturday evening, I am considering staying [...]

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Who Is Going to San Francisco for BlogHer ‘08?

March 31, 2008

Are any of you planning on going to BlogHer ‘08 in San Francisco this year? If so–even if you’re just thinking about it–let me know in the comments. I may be speaking (with some other great bloggers) about blogging basics. (They’ve asked me, I just need to respond.)

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