Jan 12 2010

A Day Trip To Cuba’s Beautiful Playa Pilar

Before I booked I didn’t realize that Cayo Coco and Cayo Guillermo are essentially just hotel strips. No town, no shops, and no Cubans - except, of course, for those working at the resort. There were plenty of excursions, but with a baby in tow, I prefer to do our own thing on our own time, and not have the worry of throwing a busload of people off schedule. Plus, it’s enough to stay put in a resort for a week, we want to do at least a little exploring by ourselves. So I’m glad I read about Playa Pilar, or Pilar Beach, before we went.
Playa Pilar
Playa Pilar

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Dec 21 2009

Playing On Florida’s Gulf Coast With Babies & Young Children: Clearwater Beach

He was out jumping waves about 20 feet from shore when I saw the grey fin pop up from the water.  The fin popped up and I froze for what felt like an eternity but in reality was probably only half a second.  I tried to scream but only a squeak came out. I was just about to try again when the creature the fin belonged emptied its blowhole into the air and I too exhaled, with more relief than I thought possible.  It wasn’t a shark 10 feet away from my husband, it was a dolphin. Now I was envious!

Friendly Or Fearsome? From afar it's hard to tell...

Friendly Or Fearsome? From afar it's hard to tell...

This was my introduction to Clearwater Beach, Florida. Read more »

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Dec 08 2009

Can You Enjoy Walt Disney World When You Hate Theme Parks?

Ummmm - the answer is yes.  It’s been over a year since our visit there, but I was inspired to write this because a friend and fellow Disney-skeptic is anticipating her first visit to Walt Disney World with her two young children.

Tigger & Pooh & Megan Too

Tigger & Pooh & Megan Too

Tigger & Pooh & Megan & Mama Too

Tigger & Pooh & Megan & Mama Too

I usually can’t stand places that are geared specifically toward “family fun”. I get irritated with the lines, rude people, misbehaving children (yes, my own included), and shockingly expensive (and unhealthy) food.  So, maybe it’s because I was expecting the worst that I was pleasantly surprised. Maybe it’s because it had been a brutal year and we were all just so grateful for an escape together. Maybe it’s because I’m softening my stance as a travel snob and succumbing to the ease and comfort of places that cater to families.  We enjoyed our visit to Walt Disney World - and here’s why… Read more »

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