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My daughter and I returned from our 18-day Europe trip a few days ago. We both are a little under the weather right now or I would have started posting sooner. Re-entry is hard! Overall, we had a great time. I will be writing more detailed posts over the next few weeks. But for now, […]

Note: I’m currently traveling and may not be able to respond to comments/emails immediately. Last month, my family stayed 2 nights at Alta Las Palomas, a Small Luxury Hotel (SLH) of the World property that was previously affiliated with World of Hyatt. This hotel is in the San Jose, Costa Rica area, and we stayed […]

Note: I’m currently traveling and may not be able to respond to comments/emails immediately. I’m currently on an 18-day trip to Europe. Even though I’m writing this post in advance of my trip, there are a few things I can guarantee I’m missing from home. My Bed By the end of every trip, I really […]

Note: I’m currently traveling and may not be able to respond to comments/emails immediately. While my family was in Costa Rica last month, we ventured outside of our resort (Tulemar–see my review here) for some sites and activities. Jungle Safari and Waterfall Hike My daughter and I booked this activity with Brisas Del Nara through […]

One of the best travel tools available to families is the Southwest Airlines Companion Pass. This pass allows you to bring one companion with you on your Southwest Airlines flight for free. Well, almost free. You just have to pay taxes, which are usually $5.60 for one-way domestic flights. This pass works if you pay […]