travel

Our Big Move to Seattle

by Marie June 13, 2011

Yes, it’s true. Our family has moved to Seattle, Washington. My husband, Jordan, got a new job at the headquarters at REI, located in Seattle. So this past week, we loaded up the moving truck and headed for grayer skies. We lived in Utah for over 10 years and it was hard to say goodbye, [...]

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Sharks, Dolphins, and Elmo, Oh My!

by Marie July 20, 2010

As we took our little trip to Southern California a few weeks back, we were given some tickets to head to Sea World. I hadn’t been to Sea World since I was a kid and it was just as fun and magical as it felt when I was little. My favorite part is still the [...]

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A Super Simple Tip for Swimsuits and the Sand

by Marie July 12, 2010

We recently took a trip to Southern California, part 2 of my Summer Bucket List, as we wanted to play to the beach and hit up a few amusement parks that you’ll hear a little bit more about later. On the road, we were able to test drive an Acadia thanks to GMC. It was [...]

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What You Might Find at “The Next Exit”

by Marie May 13, 2010

You may find yourself out on the road, traveling the interstate from point A to point B. If so, then The Next Exit is going to be your bestfriend. It’s “interstate travel made easy”! The Next EXIT® is the most complete U.S. Interstate Highway exit directory ever printed. You’ll find a thorough exit-by-exit listing of [...]

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8 Must Haves for a Family Disneyland Trip

by Marie September 18, 2009

Prepping for a family Disneyland trip can be quite a task. If you want to have a truly magical time, there are a few things you can do that will help make it perfect. Here’s 8 Must Haves for making your Disneyland trip go smoothly. 1 – Good shoes. Bring a good pair of walking [...]

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Our Catalina Island Family Getaway

by Marie June 19, 2009

Last weekend I was invited by Santa Catalina Island Company to travel with my family to Catalina Island, having some fun in the sun and discovering this unique vacation spot. It’s so close by, just a ferry boat away off the coast of Long Beach, California. We started by boarding the Catalina Express, “a real [...]

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Packing For a Trip with the Kids

by Marie May 28, 2009

Allison, from Petit Elefant, is here today as my guest, sharing some fabulous tips on traveling with kids, how to pack, what to bring, and getting ready for the road. I’m currently in a mad dash to pack my family for the adventure of a lifetime. We’re road tripping for three weeks down the coast [...]

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Traveling with Kids in the Car

by Marie September 8, 2008

If we weren’t headed to the beach or on our way to Disneyland, I probably would never travel far with kids. It can be stressful and overwhelming, but with a little planning, car rides can be fun. Here’s a few tips to ease your traveling woes. Snacks – In the past we’ve hit the gas [...]

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