Dip your toes into this blog. Michelle Russo Welcome to Florida: the sunshine state. The perfect place for you to dip your toes into our beautiful and refreshing pools. Or you might want to grab a cocktail and make a shaded lounge chair your next nap destination. Well, if you’re staying at one of our amazing hotels, you’re in the perfect place. Universal Orlando Resort is just that—a resort. You’re minutes away from Universal Studios...

By Norwegian Cruise Line Blog Staff Many people think of Hawaii as a romantic retreat for honeymooners, but it’s also the ultimate family vacation destination. When it comes to traveling with kids, the easier the better, and Hawaii is as convenient as it is beautiful. There’s no need to cross international borders or exchange money. With endless sun, lush forests, charming towns, and rich history, Hawaii offers loads of...

by Alex Dunlap, Food & Beverage Communications Coordinator We recently announced a new “Beauty and the Beast”-inspired lounge coming to Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa. Today, I have even more exciting news to share – including an official name as well as menu details. Located on the second floor of the lobby, this re-imagined lounge will be called Enchanted Rose and will celebrate the magic and romance of Disney’s...

Tiffini Hensley 9.12.19 “Can I hold your hand?” Those were the words I recently heard at the end of our last family vacation, from my 11-year-old son. I tried not to let him see me start to tear up, as I gladly offered over my hand as we walked through the airport in Honolulu. Over the years I’ve always cherished our family vacations, however, over the last year or two I’ve learned to appreciate the time away with just family so much...

Here is what you need to know about Olivanders, Wands and Magic in the Wizarding world at Universal Orlando! www.wishesfamilytravel.com

Leslie Bowman 9.10.19 My family and I recently visited the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California for the first time. My girls (now grown) have been visiting Walt Disney World since very young ages; we still love going to the Walt Disney World theme parks and resort hotels each year and looked forward to experiencing Walt’s original theme park in California.   We stayed at a Disneyland Good Neighbor Hotel, and while it didn’t have...

Ashlynn Webb Starting on September 14, you’ll experience an exciting new display of magic in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade with Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle, an ominous new spectacle of music, lights, and special effects. On select nights until November 15, the Hogwarts castle will illuminate with images of the darker side of the wizarding world. You’ll be asked to summon your inner strength and bravely face the...

Here are 11 must do’s for any visit to Perfect Day at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean’s new private island in the Bahamas that’s unlike any you’ve ever been before. From the tallest waterslide in North America to the largest freshwater pool in the Caribbean, Perfect Day at CocoCay is full of one-of-a-kind ways to thrill and chill, all in the same day. After a $250 million transformation, Perfect Day is the ultimate...

by: Valerie Lee, Public Relations Manager, Disneyland Resort Get ready to get your taste buds tingling for new eats and treats coming to the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort! Coming this holiday season is Asian Street Eats by Chef Hung Huynh, a new concept from Earl Enterprises, the same restaurant group that brings you Earl of Sandwich and other popular eateries. This trendy take-out window will serve a flavorful...

Lisa Perna 9.5.19 Ample Hills Creamery is an ice cream shop located on Disney’s Board Walk. Disney’s Board Walk Inn is one of Disney’s deluxe resorts and is located here, too. Ample Hills Creamery offers hand crafted ice cream flavors. You can build your own sundae, you can try an ice cream sandwich, make a float, or even mix up a milkshake. Just in case you still can’t decide what unique flavor to pick you can go with an Ice Cream...