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Disney Springs – June 2024
Repost from momma mommy bwuh. 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 LEGO…
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To Stroller or Not to Stroller: Weighing the Pros and Cons for Older Kids at Walt Disney World
Previously shared at momma mommy bwuh. When planning a trip to Walt Disney World, one of the major decisions for families with older children is whether or not to bring a stroller. With the sprawling theme parks and endless activities, it’s easy to see why strollers are a tempting option. However, as your children grow…
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Animal Kingdom Lodge Bucket List
Previously shared at momma mommy bwuh. There’s a special kind of magic at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge that makes us feel right at home. Staying at Jambo House is like stepping into a world of wonder and enchantment. From the moment we arrive, the immersive experience sweeps us off our feet, transporting us to an…
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Chasing Peak Colors in Lake Lure
The waterfall of fall colors flooding my social media feeds finally did me in—I had to plan another trip to the mountains. As we inched closer to our quick weekend family getaway, I started to get nervous. Peak colors were forecast for mid-to-late October, and our trip was in early November. Eek. Turns out, I…
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Timeshare Talk: The Good, The Bad, and The “Owner Update”
Let’s talk about timeshares real quick — because everyone has opinions, and there’s no shortage of research out there. Timeshare ownership is one of those travel concepts that sounds dreamy at first: a guaranteed vacation spot every year, with all the comforts of a condo instead of a cramped hotel room. In reality, though, it’s…
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Orange Lake Resort (Kissimmee, FL – October 2025): Part 3
We kicked off our day bright and early with an 8:10 a.m. reservation at 1900 Park Fare, our very first character dining experience at this charming restaurant inside Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort. I’ve been to the Grand Floridian before, but I’ve always entered through the second-floor monorail entrance. It’s beautiful, of course, but walking through…
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Orange Lake Resort (Kissimmee, FL – October 2025): Part 2
Quiet mornings at Orange Lake are good for the soul. I love to sleep in while on vacation, but there’s something special about waking up before everyone else and soaking in the peace and stillness of the morning. Our condo porch overlooks a tranquil pond — the perfect backdrop for a slow start to the…
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Orange Lake Resort (Kissimmee, FL – October 2025): Part 1
Hubs’ family has owned a timeshare in Kissimmee, Florida for over 40 years. I’ve been visiting the resort nearly every summer (and occasionally other times of the year) for the last 22 years. We have so many memories with family and friends, and with our own little family, at this spot. When the opportunity to…
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Tourist in Our Town: Fort Sumter
reposting from mommamommybwug.blog On a sweltering summer Saturday, we set out on a family adventure to Fort Sumter. Hubs hadn’t visited since he was a child, and I hadn’t been since my early twenties when I was exploring the area with my family. We were confident the boys would at least enjoy the boat ride to the…
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Animal Kingdom (June 2024)
This is a repost from momma mommy bwuh. 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…
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