Tag: travel
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Dining with Kids: Chuy’s (Kissimmee, FL)

When we visit Orange Lake, Chuy’s Tex-Mex is an essential stop on our dining itinerary. Known for its mouthwatering Tex-Mex fare and fantastic margaritas, Chuy’s quickly became a favorite after I first visited one during a work trip to Texas years ago. When I heard a location was opening right…
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Dining with Kids: T-Rex Cafe (Disney Springs)

During our Disney Springs adventure, we dined at T-Rex Café, which was a thrilling experience for our dinosaur-loving boys. The atmosphere at T-Rex is truly a spectacle, immersing you in a prehistoric world with animatronic dinosaurs and a dynamic environment that captivates kids and adults alike. Since T-Rex Café is…
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Disney Springs – June 2024

During our Orange Lake vacation, we finally made it to Disney Springs—something we’ve always intended to do but never quite managed. Despite our love for the parks and the resort, we were eager to soak up some extra Disney magic at Disney Springs. Our primary goal was to visit the…
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Dining with Kids: Joe’s Crab Shack (Kissimmee, FL)

A highlight of our Orange Lake vacations is always a visit to Joe’s Crab Shack. As part of the Landry’s family of restaurants, it’s a great spot for us to make the most of our Landry’s Select Club membership, earning points and redeeming rewards while indulging in some delicious seafood.…
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Dining with Kids: Breeze’s (Orange Lake Resort, Kissimmee, FL)

We enjoyed a delightful lunch at Breeze’s, the poolside restaurant at Orange Lake Resort. Although we had dressed up for a special occasion, the weather was a bit too warm for anything other than poolside attire, so we opted to eat inside for a more comfortable experience. The restaurant’s relaxed…
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Orange Lake Resort (Kissimmee, FL) Bucket List

Hubs’ parents own a timeshare at the stunning Orange Lake Resort in Kissimmee, Florida, just a stone’s throw from Walt Disney World. We’ve been fortunate enough to visit this beautiful resort annually—sometimes more frequently, sometimes less. This year, we were especially thrilled to bring the boys along for their first…
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Dining with Kids: Boma (Animal Kingdom Lodge)

I’ve touched on Boma in my Magical Mini-Vacation post from our October trip, but I’m excited to dive deeper into our recent experiences there, especially since we enjoyed dinner at this incredible restaurant twice during our June visit. Boma is known for its ever-changing menu, but you can always count…
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Disney World (Animal Kingdom) Park Bag: Summer Edition

Hubs and I liked the bags we used for our October trip, so we used them again. We also packed most of the same items inside, but we saw differences in what we used and didn’t use. Hubs wore this pack: Osage River Deluxe Tackle Sling Fishing Bag I wore this…
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Animal Kingdom – June 2024

Our third family adventure to Disney’s Animal Kingdom was truly magical! As a family of four, we knew we had to keep our list of must-dos manageable. After all, it was Florida in June, and we knew our stamina for a full day at a theme park would be tested.…
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Dining with Kids: The Mara (Animal Kingdom Lodge)

For our first dinner at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, we decided to keep things casual and headed to The Mara, the quick-service restaurant by the pool. We wanted a relaxed meal without the fuss of a reservation and something on the lighter side. What I absolutely loved about The Mara…