My family had a wonderful time at the Universal Orlando Resort and plan to make this a must do part of our next Florida vacation. You can’t beat the convenience and perks of staying onsite and the remarkable design of the theme parks will make you feel like you stepped into the movies. Universal Orlando is the perfect place for a family vacation because of all the fun you can have, together.
Fun Things for Families to Do In and Around Park City, Utah
For most people, hitting the ski slopes is the main attraction when visiting Park City, Utah. But if you venture beyond the manicured snow, you will find some really neat activities for families. If you are looking for a break from skiing, or just want to try something different, check out these attractions for some family fun.
Dog Sledding in Park City Utah is an Adventure of a Lifetime
It isn’t often that you get to check an item off your bucket list. During our vacation in Park City, Utah, my family had an incredible experience dog sledding with some Alaskan and Siberian huskies.
Giveaway: PEEPS Fun at Great Wolf Lodge for Easter
If you are a fan of PEEPS, you should head over to Great Wolf Lodge for their very first V.I.PEEP program. From April 1-21, guests of Great Wolf Lodge will receive a V.I.PEEP card, can take part in a PEEPS Plush Scavenger Hunt, or create a PEEPS-themed craft. If you complete the scavenger hunt and PEEPS craft, you will be entered to win a giant PEEPS plush.
Finding a Disneyland Payment Plan to Finance a Vacation
With the cost of a Disneyland vacation on the rise, families often need an installment plan to make the expense more manageable. Using a credit card is one approach, but interest and fees just add to the total cost of your trip. A little known option is that you can pay in installments when booking through the Walt Disney Travel Company. They don’t charge interest or fees, which makes this Disneyland payment plan a great option for families.
Park City Mountain Resort is a Winter Retreat Made for Families
Park City Mountain Resort is one of Utah’s most family friendly winter retreats. I was able to spend some time at the resort during our Utah trip. I had a blast skiing and was impressed with all of the family activities like the Alpine Coaster, Flying Eagle Zip Line, and Kids Apres Parties.
Gone in 60 Seconds: My Epic Ride on the Comet Bobsled at Utah Olympic Park
Faster than a speeding bullet, pulling 5Gs along the way, the Comet Bobsled flew down the track at the Utah Olympic Park. I can’t remember the last time that my adrenaline kicked in like that. When your bobsled leaves the station, there’s really nothing else you can do but hang on for dear life.
10 Reasons Why We Love the Canyons Resort in Park City Utah
With 4,000 acres, 182 trails, 19 lifts, and three terrain parks, Canyons Resort in Park City is Utah’s largest single ski and snowboard resort. The place is huge and it has an insane amount of things to do. We could have spent our entire ski vacation at Canyons and still wouldn’t have had enough time to see it all.
Deer Valley Gives Families an Upscale Experience that Still Feels Like Home
They say that each resort in Park City, UT has its own personality. If I had to sum up Deer Valley in a few words, it would be refined, but approachable. The resort has some of the friendliness staff around, is known for its meticulously groomed ski slopes, and the food is legendary. But the real magic is how welcoming the resort feels even with all of this sophistication.
Learning to Ski as an Adult: Yes, You Can Teach an Old Dog New Tricks
I tried something new during our family vacation. I learned to ski. And I have to say, it was a lot of fun learning something new. As a kid growing up in southern California, I did not have many opportunities to play in the snow, let alone ski. I have always wanted to learn, which is why I signed up for skiing lessons during our family’s winter escape to Park City, Utah.