Great Wolf Lodge has a high tech challenge that is a real workout. Great Forest Challenge is a new addition to the Grand Mound, WA lodge and gives families a set of fun puzzles to solve as a team.
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Great Wolf Lodge Kid Cabin Suite, A Little Home Away From Home
Our family has visited Great Wolf Lodge several times, but our last visit was a real treat. Instead of staying in a standard room, we upgraded to a Kid Cabin suite. It was like having a little home away from home for my son.
Going for a Drive with the ToyState 1969 Dodge Daytona Road Rippers RC Car
Maybe I have been watching too much Breaking Bad or playing too much Grand Theft Auto V, but I had way too much fun taking ToyState’s 1969 Dodge Daytona Road Rippers RC car for a spin around our cul-de-sac. The little green speed machine sped around our block as my son and I navigated it past the occasional car, around trash cans, and into flying leaps over the curb. I had forgotten just how much fun it is to drive around an RC car.
Power Up With Mattel’s Max Steel for Some Turbo Family Fun
Max Steel is a new animated series that was designed, developed, and produced by Mattel. It features the adventures of earth bound teenager Maxwell McGrath and his alien friend Steel. Both possess special powers and discover that, once combined, they can transform to create the superhero “Max Steel.” Of course, every superhero needs a super power. Max Steel has his blue “Turbo Energy”that he uses to defend the earth from villains.
Ready for a New Challenge? ShadowQuest Debuts at Great Wolf Lodge
Over the years, Great Wolf Lodge has kept the MagiQuest experience fresh by introducing new quests, or new games like Compass Quest, each of which offer repeat visitors something new to conquer. ShadowQuest is the latest installment in the series. With ten separate quests and a battle with the Yeti Malaki in the final showdown, ShadowQuest is the most challenging of the MagiQuest games.
Is Your Car Ready for Winter? Here’s a Few Tips for Driving in Colder Weather
Of course, the smarter approach is to get your vehicle ready for winter in advance so that you don’t end up with a difficult drive. Below are a few tips to prepare your car for winter that I learned along the way. Hopefully they help you stay out of trouble during your next drive.
Toy State’s CAT Excavator and Dump Truck Have Turned our Living Room Into a Construction Zone
One of the easiest ways to grab my son’s attention is with a new toy. And because it was especially important to keep him occupied, I upped the ante by introducing two new toys: the CAT Construct Dough Excavator and CAT Metal Machines Dump Truck from toy State.
Easy Chicken Pot Pies with Pillsbury Biscuits
With school back in season and a chill in the air, it is beginning to feel like fall. This time of year, coffee seems to taste better, the fireplace is usually on, and comfort foods are often on our family’s menu. Chicken pot pies are something we all enjoy, but it isn’t always practical to make the dish because of our busy schedules. The good news is that I found a convenient solution using Pillsbury’s Easy Grands! biscuits.
Great Wolf Lodge Groupon: $219 for a 1-Night Stay
Great Wolf Lodge is running a Groupon offer that, for $219, will get you a 1-night stay in one of the themed suites at the Grand Mound, WA location. You also get a $30 dining credit with this offer, which makes it a great deal.
Disney California Adventure Has a Secret Tribute to Silicon Valley
Disney’s Imagineers are well known for placing hidden tributes in the design of theme park attractions. These small details often go unnoticed by theme park guests, but are hidden gems waiting to be discovered by those who visit the parks frequently. Silicon Valley is the home of many of the world’s largest software and technology companies, which is why it is fitting that Disney California Adventure has a subtle, geeky tribute to California’s technology industry.