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Five Ways to Get Amusement Park Discounts

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Do you think that you have to pay hundreds of dollars to visit an amusement park? Well, sure, if you don’t know the secret to getting amusement park discounts. Combine the strategies that work best for you and save big when you have a fun family day at the park. Save the difference for souvenirs, lots and lots of souvenirs, another trip back again, or a trip somewhere else! End of Season Discounts The end of the summer or early fall may mean that you can score some great end of the season discounts at the amusement parks. As the … Continue reading →

Springtime Fun at the Zoo

Yesterday we went to the zoo with my moms’ group. Earlier this week we were enjoying temperatures in the upper 80s and low 90s. The last two days have been cold, rainy, and miserable. Today was beautiful and hot. I am so glad I slathered suncscreen on the girls before getting them dressed. I brought the spray with me so we could reapply. I brought Jessie’s new sun hat too. I couldn’t put a hat on Baby E because of the Doc Band. We started off our zoo adventure in the children’s zoo. There’s a great water play area in … Continue reading →

Inexpensive Summer Getaways

You know the travel industry is hurting when you can find roundtrip non-stop flights from Chicago to Honolulu for around $500. I paid more than double that amount for my ticket last year, and the year before that, and the year before that. Bottom line: If you haven’t been able to score a sun-sational deal on a summer getaway, then you simply haven’t been looking—at all. Perhaps, you can’t afford to take an extended break from work. If that’s the case, then consider soaking up the summer sun during a long weekend away. So what if you can’t take two … Continue reading →

An Incredible Travel Deal with a Crazy Catch

Imagine taking a family vacation to a luxury resort in sunny San Diego, which boasts three gloriously gigantic pools, a sensational spa and a phenomenal golf course, all for the jaw-dropping, mind-blowing, dirt cheap price of $19 a night. Did I also mention that the same room typically sells for $200 per night? Sound too good to be true? Well, it isn’t. Business is slow at the Rancho Bernardo Inn, so from August 16 to 31, you can sun in style at the ultra-luxe property. Okay, okay, there is a catch. The hotel’s “Survivor Package” does come with a few … Continue reading →

Family Road Trip: Don’t Forget the Heartland

Unless you have family or friends living in America’s Heartland, then you probably don’t spend much vacation time exploring Kansas, Nebraska and Oklahoma. I will be the first to admit that I would have never considered spending a spring break from college in Kansas if it were not for the fact that my then boyfriend was living there at the time. What’s more, I sheepishly confess that I haven’t been back to the state since we split… more than 20 years ago. Apparently, I’m not the only one who hasn’t set foot in the rural heartland in a while, at … Continue reading →

Summer Deals for a Steal

With summer fading fast, many hotels and resorts are trying to make the most of last-minute family vacations by offering unbeatable seasonal rates. The following are sample savings found at some of the most popular family-friendly vacation destinations: MEXICO Mexico’s Riviera Maya boasts sparkling white-sand beaches and picturesque ancient ruins. It’s also home to the Maroma Resort and Spa, which features 65 spacious, sunlit guestrooms and suites featuring king-sized beds, handcrafted mahogany furniture, and hand-painted tiles. Right now you can book a 3-night weekend stay for just $395 per night. The Best Deal Days offer includes complimentary inclusions valued at … Continue reading →

More Big Amusement Park Fun For a Little Bit of Money

In a previous post I raved about Bay Beach Amusement Park in Green Bay. While the nation’s other mega-amusement parks may dwarf the historic Wisconsin theme park in regards to size, if you are looking for big savings, shorter lines and massive family fun, then Bay Beach can’t be beat. Fortunately, you don’t have to trek to the Dairy State to get more bang for your buck. The country is filled with smaller amusement parks that offer major savings to budget conscious travelers. Take a look: OREGON Oaks Amusement Park in Portland, Oregon, has been in business since 1905. It … Continue reading →

Big Amusement Park Fun for a Little Bit of Money

Visiting Mickey Mouse and friends or Bugs Bunny and pals can put a real dent in the family budget. Fortunately, the United States is peppered with smaller, family-owned amusement parks that give cash-strapped parents more bang for their buck. If the struggling economy has forced you to cancel a summer trip to a major theme park this summer, then consider salvaging the season for your kids by taking them to one of the following smaller amusement parks that offer cheaper admission, lower ticket prices, and shorter lines: WISCONSIN Bay Beach Amusement Park in Green Bay, Wisconsin is my family’s favorite … Continue reading →