I’m excited to share a fun way to save up to 80% on accommodations and activities in Florida with you today!

I’ve been a member of Florida Vacation Auction for years and I’ve partnered with them to offer my readers an exclusive $25 credit – read on for my review and to learn more…

What Is Florida Vacation Auction?

Florida is one of my favorite vacation destinations (this might be obvious since I run a blog dedicated to Disney World) and I love to find creative ways to visit more often. Read more...

After much planning, we finally got to do some Great Smoky Mountains camping last month!

In this post, I’m sharing everything you need to know about camping in America’s most visited national park to help you plan a visit of your own. Great Smoky Mountains camping is a great way to relax and unwind in a gorgeous national park that is one of our country’s gems.

There is actually a LOT to know about camping in the Smokies so here are the ten things you should know before you go:

1) There Is No Fee To Enter Great Smoky Mountains National Park

If you have visited some of America’s national parks before you might be expecting to stop at a booth and pay an entrance fee to visit the park (for example, we paid $25 to visit Everglades National park earlier this year). Read more...

I was compensated for this post but all opinions are my own. 

If you have kids then you likely know how tricky it can be to try to plan a vacation that suits every member of the family.

But luckily, there are plenty of places that you can visit as a family right here in the US that everyone will love. They have some history and culture for the kids, as well as some fun spots like a beach or parks to play in. Read more...

I was compensated for this post but all opinions are my own. 

New York is a city with so much to offer. When I think about NYC, I think about the huge billboards and the endless amount of designer shops.

But, what if you don’t have a huge budget for your trip? Well, there are plenty of ways to save money, and there are low-cost attractions and entertainment options too. Read on to discover more about the affordable things to do in New York City. Read more...

South Florida doesn’t exactly have the reputation as an affordable family destination. While Miami and Key West can be ultra expensive, there are other places to explore that are just as much if not more fun for your family!

In this post, I’ll share five South Florida activities for families that are budget-friendly. These fun things to do are affordable alternatives to pricey tourist activities!

For more details on our budget trip to South Florida including where we stayed and a cost breakdown, check out this post. Read more...

I am one of the rare people who grew up in the 80’s near the East Coast and didn’t visit Myrtle Beach. I finally checked it out this year and am sharing how we avoided the tourist traps and got a deal on a fantastic resort right on the beach for under $75/night!

If you want an affordable beach trip away from the touristy scene that is Myrtle Beach, read on…

Where To Stay: North of Myrtle Beach

When I was researching a visit to Myrtle Beach, I noticed that most of the extremely touristy attractions were located in central and South Myrtle Beach. Read more...

I was compensated for this post but all opinions are my own. 

Can you imagine grabbing a hot shower, some delicious food, and complimentary alcohol all while waiting for your next flight at the airport? If you are a frequent traveler like I am then this probably sounds too good to be true.

Airport lounges provide an oasis in the midst of the hustle and bustle of traveling, and it’s possible that you’ve walked past them before and never know they were there. Read more...

I was compensated for this post but all opinions are my own. 

The frugal family is always looking for new ways to save money, reduce their debts and live a champagne lifestyle on a lemonade budget.

Most of the time this can be done by keeping a close eye on the purse strings, cutting down on impulse spending and finding ways to reduce the cost of life’s little essentials.

Yet, sometimes it takes an investment now to save money for years to come. Read more...

I love visiting South Florida in the winter to get a dose of sunshine and warmth. In this post, I’ll show you how to take an affordable family vacation to Miami, the Everglades, and Key Largo that your kids will love!

Tip #1: Choose Affordable Activities

There are some pretty pricey things to do around South Florida, from harbor cruises to airboat tours. The key to keeping your trip under budget is to find some affordable activities everyone in the family will love! Read more...

My favorite credit card for free travel is offering a huge sign-up bonus through April 4th, 2018! Don’t miss out on over $900 worth of free flights – read on to learn all about the Chase Southwest Rapid Rewards Visa!

I fly from North Carolina to Orlando three to four times each year to visit Walt Disney World, and I almost never pay for airfare.

How do I pull this off? Read more...