Looking for budget patio makeover inspiration? Here’s how I turned our sad patio from drab to fab for only $160 total. We’ve been living in our house for almost 10 years now and we’ve never done anything with the old patio area in our backyard. Well, I finally got us something we’ve been wanting for …
Where to buy discount Disney gift cards online and how to spot the best deals! Paying for all (or part) of your Disney World vacation with discount Disney gift cards is an easy way to save money. You can use Disney gift cards to pay for: A Disney vacation package Disney resort hotel stays Disney …
Here are my favorite Disney crafts for kids to keep those little ones busy! You can still have lots of Disney magic in your life, even when you can’t get to the theme parks. Disney arts and crafts are a fun way to bring some Disney into your life. Kids will love these easy Disney …
What to expect from Iceland June weather plus a handy free packing guide! A visit to Iceland in June is certainly not your average summer vacation! In this post, I’ll prepare you for what to expect in terms of weather, cost, and crowds. Iceland Weather in June The average high in June is around 51°F …
I started this blog as a hobby over eight years ago on a super low budget. I’ve managed to keep my blogging expenses low and four years ago I started earning a full-time income from the blog. In this post, I’ll share my strategy for how to start a successful blog on a shoestring budget, …
Here’s everything you need to know about Disney Genie Plus and the Disney Lightning Lanes plus a free cheat sheet to help you plan your trip! Waiting in line is probably everyone’s least favorite part of a Disney World vacation. You can avoid a lot of waiting with Disney Genie Plus and the Individual Lightning …
Here in the South, one of our “good luck” foods to eat on New Year’s Day is black-eyed peas. Well, I prefer to eat my good-luck food in a cheesy dip form if at all possible, so here is my recipe for hot black eyed pea dip that is delicious any time of year. I seriously look forward to …
Years ago I learned how to rent DVC points and stay at Disney World Deluxe resorts for up to 70% off. Renting DVC points has made it possible for my family to stay in hotels that we never dreamed we’d be able to afford! In this post, I’ll share everything you need to …
After almost 30 trips over the past 30 years, I’ve finally figured out how to skip the lines at Disney World. I love riding all of the incredible attractions at Walt Disney World… but I hate waiting in line. In this post I’ll share my strategies for avoiding long waits at Disney World, so you can …
Detailed instructions on how to get to Flamenco Beach in Puerto Rico on a budget. If you are considering a trip to Culebra, the small island off the coast of Puerto Rico, then you are probably wondering how to get to Flamenco Beach. Playa Flamenco (as it’s know to locals) is the most popular beach …