Irvine Park Railroad Celebrates 24 Years! #Giveaway #24yearsoffun #IrvineParkRailroad

Irvine Park Railroad’s 24th Anniversary Celebration 2020

Come celebrate Irvine Park Railroad’s 24th anniversary on Saturday, February 29th and Sunday, March 1st. 

 

We have created and shared so many memories for over three generations at Irvine Park Railroad, we are so grateful to be part of their seasonal activities, sharing all the updates and giveaways with you all too.

 

So many reasons why we love Irvine Park Railroad but the most important to me is memories with my family and friends time after time. Enjoying laughs, traditions, photos, games, train rides and more with each visit.

 

Here are the deets...

They are rolling back prices to their original 1996 prices… including $2.00 train rides! 

It’s their way of saying thank you to all of YOU loyal customers who have visited Irvine Park Railroad over the years.

Irvine Park Railroad, which has become a favorite destination for families from across Southern California, takes passengers on a 12-minute ride through scenic Irvine Regional Park. The engineer narrates the ride pointing out all of the history inside of the park which is over 100 years old. 

The Anniversary Celebration will also feature other activities including carnival games, a bounce house, panning for gold, face painting, and more. Some activities require two (2) tickets. There are $2 concessions, too, including hot dogs, sodas, ice creams, and popcorn.  

The $2 tickets are valid during the Anniversary Celebration weekend only. 

Sea World Updates for 2020 #SeaWorldSanDiego #SeaWorld

Are you ready for Sea World's 2020 News and Updates?! 

Sea World has a lot of splashin' going on now, all through summer, to the end of this year. 

A few favorites are back with new editions as well.

Follow along for Sea World and Aquatica updates. We will be sharing these, hot off the press, news updates all year long.

AN ‘INSIDE LOOK’ AT SEAWORLD 2020

SeaWorld guests are invited to get a peek behind the scenes of SeaWorld during Inside Look. 

 

https://seaworld.com/san-diego/events/inside-look/

This popular program returns in 2020, with special access to five animal areas of the park: orca open house, sea lion rescue story, animal rescue facility, Humboldt penguin habitat and pilot whale and dolphin presentation. 

At each of the animal areas, guests will receive special, up-close access and will be able to pose the questions they’ve always wanted to ask. 

 

 

Plus, some of SeaWorld’s most important community partners will be on hand to share how they partner with SeaWorld to help animals and the environment outside the park’s borders, including Helen Woodward Animal Center, Helping Paws, Hubbs-SeaWorld Research Institute and more. Guests who visit all six areas and get their map stamped can receive a collectible SeaWorld animal pin. 

Inside Look, which is open to any guest and included with park admission, takes place Feb. 8–9, Feb. 15–17, Feb. 22–23 Feb. 29–March 1. 

YEAR OF FUN AT SEAWORLD FOR UNDER $100: 

 

Want an Inside Look at SeaWorld? Craving savory treats from around the globe? Ready to take a dive on SeaWorld’s all-new floorless coaster this summer?

 

SeaWorld guests can experience all that and more with a SeaWorld SoCal Resident Pass, on sale now for a limited time for under $100.

Tenaya Lodge Yosemite New Cabins Plus Discount on Stay...

Winter wonderland at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite. 

 

FIND WINTER BLISS IN A COZY NEW EXPLORER CABIN AT TENAYA LODGE

   

Updates and aditions are complete...

 

Recent completion of Explorer Clubhouse heightens cabin experience; Winter Bliss promotion offers seasonal savings 

Winter is for cozy cabin getaways, and the Explorer Cabins at Tenaya Lodge are the perfect choice for visitors to Yosemite.  

 

Vacationers planning a winter getaway, can cozy up in one of 50 new, two-bedroom, mountain-modern cabins set amid a forest of towering cedars and pines and tastefully appointed with fireplaces, board games, kitchens, living areas and porches. Winter cabin guests will also be the first to experience the recently completed Explorer Clubhouse, an 1,800 square foot communal retreat exclusive to those staying in the cabins. 

The Explorer Clubhouse is the final piece of the $25 million cabin development, which opened this summer, and offers a relaxed gathering area where cabin guests can check-in, grab daily breakfast, enjoy evening wine receptions or just relax on the expansive deck while soaking up picturesque views of the creek and surrounding forest. 

To experience it all at an incredible value, Tenaya Lodge is offering a Winter Bliss Package that includes 15 percent off best available rates for stays January 1 through April 30, 2020, as well as exclusive discounts on activities at time of booking. Click here.

 

Families can connect with each other during an ice-skating session, snowshoe hike and archery; while couples may opt for the romance of an evening flashlight hike, rejuvenating spa treatments, or paint and wine class.

LEGOLAND CA Lego Movie World Update #legolandca #legolandcalifornia

Big news hot off the press about Legoland CA. There's been a Raptor Sighting!

LEGOLAND® CALIFORNIA RESORT ANNOUNCES THE ARRIVAL OF THE FIRST LEGO® MODEL IN THE LEGO® MOVIE™ WORLD!

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We are so excited for this new addition to LEGOLAND California...

The LEGO® MOVIE WORLD, opening this spring at LEGOLAND® California Resort, has officially welcomed the land’s first LEGO® model; a skateboarding, stud-shooting Velociraptor!

Standing over 8 ½ feet tall and weighing more than 870 pounds, the Raptor LEGO model will welcome guests into the Bricksburg!

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Inspired by the time-traveling, spaceship piloting raptors from The LEGO® Movie 2©: The Second Part, the LEGO model is built from 90,151 LEGO bricks and took Master Model Builders 401 hours to assemble.

It wouldn’t be safe to have a Raptor in the Park without its trainer! The family theme park also announced the addition of the coolest character around, raptor trainer Rex Dangervest. 


Rex Dangervest is a galaxy-defending archaeologist whose best buddies are Raptors. Guests will have the opportunity to meet and snap photos with Rex Dangervest along with Emmet, Lucy and all The LEGO Movie characters when the land opens this spring. 

Winter Fest OC Returns Dec. 19th & We Have All The Deets Plus A #Giveaway

Winter Fest OC, returns to the OC Fair & Event Center December 19th through January 5th!

 

Winter Fest will debut its fifth consecutive year bringing “Winter to the OC” with new food, entertainment, and more attractions than before guaranteeing fun for all ages.

 

Thank you Winter Fest for providing us with a giveaway and winter fun in OC. All opinions are our own. 

 

Check out our recap from past years https://youtu.be/C2gMiDk9P-Q

 

Let's break it down!

 

My kids favorites in the past...

 

* My kiddos enjoy the festival of lights a lot. We love to ride the train and walk through.

* Of course snowflake village for snow tubing is a most for both. I love seeing them tube down with huge smiles. Beats the wait in the local mountain too, oh and the price, I hear Big Bear is outrageous now.

 

They can never get enough of the snow tubing, so I join in too! 

* Ice Skating under the stars. We love to ice skate. Crisp socal not too freezing but cold enough to feel mountain winter fun right here in OC.

 

Early bird tickets and select value packages are available now starting at only $10 at www.WinterFestOC.com. 

 

New and expanded attractions at Winter Fest OC include:

Big City Greens - A Must Watch Hilarious Family Friendly Show - PLUS New Musical Holiday Show Airing on Dec 7th!

Cricket and Tilly crack us up! Do you know who these two are?! 

Watch Big City Greens on Disney Channel and Disney Now to find out. You will be hooked.

We were able to see a sneak peek of the super secret Musical Holiday Episode of Big City Greens!

Thank you Disney Channel for the invite to see the Holiday Musical special airing December 7th. All opinions are our own.

Have you seen the show? It's quirky and funny for all ages. I love it, my 12 yo loves it and my 7.5 yo loves it.... winning!

A simple family in the big city surrounded by time moving forward & fast.

The creators also wrote Gravity Falls, another favorite of ours. Shane and Chris Houghton are comedy and the y are brothers. Double the funny in that house growing up I am sure.

We had a lot of fun chatting with them both & learning about drawing the characters & voice over recording as they do some of the voices themselves! 

Mikey & Arianna loved it & can't wait to see it air! 

Honestly, I can't wait to watch it with my family too.. guys it's cute & funny!

Get social with the show too using #BigCityGreens #DisneyChannel .

SeaWorld San Diego Christmas Celebration Review Plus #Autism Tips #SeaWorldChristmas

It's been 7 years since we visited SeaWorld San Diego & a lot has changed!

We loved the Christmas Celebration themed shows, Rudolph's village of fun & seeing beautiful sealife up close.

We had so much fun exploring we wanted to give you some tips and must do's too... don't forget the Holiday festivities are on now until January 5th.
 



We loved that there are quite a few rides to enjoy too. Here is a recap we made on youtube of our day... we needed a few more hours to see everything but check it out and then read below for some fun tips.

 

A few time management, sensory & autism friendly tips..

* Arrive early & plan to do a combination of rides, shows & sights.
 



* See guest services for an assistance pass. This will help on the wait or return times for sensory needs.

* Take a break to have a snack & watch the tree lighting. Grab a souvenir like this cutie!
 

SnowLand Returns to Great Wolf Lodge! #Snowland #GreatWolfLodge

We Love Great Wolf Lodge!

Great Wolf Lodge celebrates the most festive time of year with its annual Snowland celebration taking place Nov. 29, 2019 through Jan. 5, 2020. 

Families will soak up the holiday spirit with daily snow showers in the Grand Lobby, visits from Santa and a variety of festive seasonal activities. 

During this seasonal celebration families can enjoy an escape from the chilly winter weather at the resort’s expansive 84-degree indoor water park while also experiencing the most magical holiday gift of all - time together as a family.

Beyond spreading holiday cheer during Snowland, Great Wolf Lodge is looking to help grant wishes for children facing critical illnesses by partnering with Make-A-Wish® on a special holiday-themed wolf ear promotion.

Starting Nov. 24, Great Wolf Lodge will sell festive Santa Hat Wolf Ears for $8.99 at the front desk and Buckhorn retail outlet, with $2 from each sale being donated to Make-A-Wish. 

The campaign runs until Jan. 5, 2020 or until supplies run out – the number of Santa Hat Wolf Ears available for purchase is limited to 15,000 ears across all U.S. resorts.

Gift Ideas - Teeth Whitening with GLO Tis The Season for a Bright Smile

Give the Gift of a Happy, Healthy, Confident Smile with GLO Science this Holiday Season

 

10% of all GLO Lit Teeth Whitening Kit Purchases Will Go to the GLO Good Foundation to Support Those Who Need Dental Care the Most

Red wine, coffee, soda, oh my! Could your teeth use a little whitening action this holiday season?

 

Mine Can! I am a huge fan of coffee like all day long. I heard there was a new way to brighten my smile....

 

I am so excited to have the opportunity to review GLO Science! All opinions will be my own. Check back soon.. but first here are some deets.. cause gift giving season is upon us.

 

Snag the latest craze in at-home professional teeth whitening with the GLO Lit Teeth Whitening Tech Kit with Bluetooth by GLO Science. Dedicated to building healthy smiles and confidence, GLO Science, an award-winning New York City oral health company invented by world-renowned celebrity dentist and oral health expert, Dr. Jonathan B. Levine, encourages users to give the gift of a confident smile this winter.

 

 

 

With the holidays fast approaching, consider giving your loved ones something they can really use, like a boost in confidence from a brighter, whiter smile. GLO Lit, the latest product launched by GLO Science Teeth Whitening, is the perfect solution to attaining brighter and beautiful teeth that will have them showing-off their smiles at every occasion, celebration, and family gathering.

Holiday Fun with Visits to the OC Zoo Dec 14th

Holiday Merriment with the Animals of the OC Zoo Dec. 14

So cute! I love it. Did you know that the OC Zoo is located inside of Irvine Park just on the other side of Irvine Park Railroad?!

It's the perfect size for all ages to cruise through while seeing some of our favorite local wildlife and more. 
 

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Deets on the event...

 
The County of Orange, OC Parks and the loveable animals of the OC Zoo are spreading the holiday spirit with the annual Christmas at the OC Zoo on Saturday, December 14 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.  
Families from near and far are invited to spend a winter day at the seasonally decorated OC Zoo located inside Irvine Regional Park.
 
Throughout the festive day, furry residents will be opening treat-filled gifts and searching for special goodies hidden in Christmas trees. Children of all ages can enjoy holiday inspired crafts and games.
 
Special guests Mr. and Mrs. Claus, will be sprinkling holiday cheer throughout the OC Zoo as they visit with children and spread holiday cheer. Reservations are not required for Christmas at the OC Zoo, as admission tickets will be sold at the door.
 
All holiday festivities are free with paid zoo admission. Coupons and passes are not valid for special events.
 
Join the festive fun with OC Parks and the animals of the OC Zoo!

Century Stadium 25 & XD Theater by Cinemark in Orange Upgrades Your Movie Going Experience

Best Movie Going Experience In Forever! 

We loved our movie theater experience at Cinemark Century Stadium 25 & XD Theater in Orange.

 



 

It's been a while since we went to the movies and last time we were at the drive in. Sometimes it's just a bit more comfy with our own seats and car to lounge in.

Thanks to Cinemark we had the best movie night. My daughter and I went on a date and had so much fun... all opinions are our own.

The upgrades to comfort and overall experience are really amazing. The reclining seats are so spacious and comfortable it was like being at home... but... there was also a food tray so we could eat while we watched. 

Eat we did! We ordered popcorn and movie theater coke, as we call it, but we didnt stop there. 



We devoured the deluxe nachos and some candy too. They also have multiple full snack bars with hotdogs, ICEE machines and even serve alcohol.... Why not!

 



The space between rows is plentiful since the reclining chairs do just that. Not only can you sink into the seats and stretch out but they are heated too. I know right! 



Don't get too comfy or you may end up being tapped by a friend to wake up or in our neighbors case by his wife to stop snoring. Hehe. Talk about relaxing in the moment. 

We loved it so much and as a mom of two that wants to come back with my family I love that you can sign up for their free movie club and recieve $5 admission on Tuesdays! Yes please. 

Our experience was awesome and we can not wait to return for more movie memories. 

Up next... Frozen.. we have to go back for it!

Full deets on the renovation and rejuvenation of Century Stadium 25 Theater...

SONIC is Back In Theaters February 2020! My Inner 10yo is Ecstatic #SonicMovie

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG OPENS IN THEATRES FEBRUARY 14, 2020

I am so excited to see SONIC THE HEDGEHOG with my family.

SONIC THE HEDGEHOG is a timeless classic saga that everyone can get hooked on. We've been fans since the early 90's!

 

 



We are looking forward to Jim Carrey and his ever so missed comedic performances. I feel like this is going to be a breakthrough to funtertaiment again for him! 

 

Here are the deets...

"Based on the global blockbuster videogame franchise from Sega, SONIC THE HEDGEHOG tells the story of the world’s speediest hedgehog as he embraces his new home on Earth. 

In this live-action adventure comedy, Sonic and his new best friend Tom (James Marsden) team up to defend the planet from the evil genius Dr. Robotnik (Jim Carrey) and his plans for world domination. The family-friendly film also stars Tika Sumpter and Ben Schwartz as the voice of Sonic." 

 

PARAMOUNT PICTURES Presents In Association with SEGA SAMMY GROUP An ORIGINAL FILM / MARZA ANIMATION PLANET / BLUR STUDIO Production

 

Directed by Jeff Fowler

Written by Pat Casey & Josh Miller

Based on the Sega Video Game

Produced by Neal H. Moritz, p.g.a, Toby Ascher, Toru Nakahara, Takeshi Ito

Executive Producers Hajime Satomi, Haruki Satomi, Masanao Maeda,

Nan Morales, Tim Miller

Starring: James Marsden, Ben Schwartz, Tika Sumpter and Jim Carrey

 

 

Follow SONIC THE HEDGEHOG for more updates!

Facebook: www.facebook.com/sonicmovie

Twitter: www.twitter.com/sonicmovie

Instagram: www.instagram.com/sonicmovie

Get social with #SonicMovie 

MainPlace Mall Unveils “A Christmas Story”-Themed Interactive New Holiday Experience

More From MainPlace Mall & Holiday Festivities - You Wont Want to Miss This!

MainPlace Mall, a three-story super-regional shopping center in Santa Ana, California, announced it's holiday activities schedule as well as the introduction of an exciting new Santa set inspired by the fan-favorite Warner Bros. film A Christmas Story. 

The new set modernizes the traditional Santa visit, offering guests a branded family entertainment experience that will appeal to visitors of all ages - not just families with children. The new walk-through set combines the best elements of today’s highly popular “selfie museums” and augmented reality interactive experiences. A rendering of the new set can be viewed and downloaded here: http://ow.ly/aQdv30pHu7t.

“The brand-new ‘A Christmas Story’-themed holiday experience debuting this year at MainPlace Mall is an incredible change from the traditional Santa sets shoppers have grown accustomed to over the years,” says Jonathan Maher, Senior General Manager of the shopping center. “The new experience, based on the film, A Christmas Story, features an array of photo opportunities, an augmented reality app that really brings the set to life, and period-specific décor that will immerse our visitors in the Parker family home and the 1940s-era time period. With this new interactive attraction, the journey to see Santa has just become as much fun as the visit itself.”

According to MainPlace Mall’s owner, Centennial, a real estate investment firm with a national portfolio of shopping, dining, entertainment and mixed-use destinations, the new set is one of four being introduced nationwide this year. Centennial also plans to tour these experiential holiday sets annually among several of its malls to provide visitors at each property — including MainPlace Mall — with an exciting new encounter year after year.

MainPlace Mall: “A Christmas Story” Holiday Set: Debuts November 13th
A cherished holiday film, A Christmas Story is the heartwarming narrative about Ralphie, a young boy in the 1940s who yearns for a special present for Christmas. The experience at MainPlace Mall incorporates many of the most famous scenes from the movie, and because the movie was set in the ‘40s, it provides an opportunity for different generations to share memories as they admire replicas of period-specific food items, appliances and furnishings and hear the sounds of an antique radio playing in the background.
 

Visitors to the experience at MainPlace Mall can take pictures in front of Ralphie’s family home, inside the Parker family kitchen, and as a paid addition, alongside the movie’s iconic leg lamp. Using the set’s free augmented reality app, guests can even don a pink bunny suit or watch the neighbor’s bloodhounds knock over the table and steal the Christmas turkey - all before visiting and taking professional photos with Santa and sliding down the movie’s famous slide to exit the set.

“Working so closely with Warner Bros. Consumer Products has been an incredible experience,” says John Carter, CEO and Design Director at Parker 3D. “By taking the key scenes from such a treasured Warner Bros. holiday film and combining them with the artistic talents of our very creative design team, we’ve developed an incredible multi-sensory experience that will engage, entertain and amaze families waiting to visit with Santa Claus as well as teens and senior citizens looking for a new and interesting way to experience the holidays.”

 Visit with Santa Claus: November 13th - December 24th

MAINPLACE MALL ANNOUNCES THE ARRIVAL OF SANTA CLAUS AND OTHER FUN-FILLED HOLIDAY EVENTS

MainPlace Mall brings so many festive events all year long.

 

Much more than a shopping center to us, we love hanging out at MainPlace Mall.

 

It's a place for family outings, shopping, dining, playing and more.

 

This Holiday season...

 

MainPlace Mall has unveiled a series of fun-filled family-friendly seasonal events and activities to make the holidays an extra-exciting time for shoppers and their families. From a very special Santa’s arrival that showcases the mall’s brand-new “A Christmas Story”-themed journey-to-Santa experience to memorable visits with Santa Claus for children and pets, MainPlace Mall is the place to be this holiday season.

 



 

Visit with Santa Claus: November 13th - December 24th: Children and their families are invited to drop off letters to Santa, share their Christmas wish lists with Santa Claus and have a professional photo taken from November 13th through December 24th. Santa will be located in his new “A Christmas Story” home on Level 1 in Macy’s Court. The new “A Christmas Story” interactive Santa set, which will entertain people of all ages - from families with children to teens, single adults and senior citizens - is free and open to the public. For more information, including Santa’s hours, photo package selections, and to make reservations to alleviate waiting in line, please visit http://ow.ly/z9hV30pKXCk.

Santa’s Arrival: November 15th: The entire community is invited to join MainPlace Mall in welcoming Santa Claus to his new “A Christmas Story” home on Friday, November 15th from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Following Santa’s arrival, children and their families will be able to meet some of Santa’s favorite elves, enjoy face painting and balloon twisting, and sip hot cocoa while listening to a DJ play festive holiday music. There will also be exciting giveaways available to the first 300 children to attend. This special fun-filled event, which takes place on Level 1 in Center Court is free and open to the public. No advance registration is required. For more information, including Santa’s hours, photo package selections, and to make reservations to alleviate waiting in line, please visit http://ow.ly/KHNT30pKXEP.

Pet Photos with Santa: December 1st and December 11th: 

A Must Visit Idyllwild Bake and Brew - Small Town Feel with Huge Flavorfilled Bites #IdyllwildBakeandBrew

Idyllwild Bake and Brew the Town Just isn't Complete with out it...

 

Have you heard of Idyllwild Bakevand Brew basically in the center of Idyllwild?

 

This quaint foodie joint is amazingly tasty with every bite.

 



 

From a breakfast burrito the size of a football and specialty sandwiches hand crafted with garden fresh herbs and greens everything is delish.

 

I have to rave about the baked goods. The cinnamon rolls are to die for and melt in your mouth with each savory bite.

 





 

The amazing mini apple pies are perfection with house made fresh whipped cream. Seriously so good.

 



 

I cant forget the tots.. I mean build your own or pick a favorite off menu.. you will not be disappointed at all.

 



 

We enjoyed every bite and with so many windows all around you can look out to town while you enjoy your meal.

 

Grab a cold brew and pair it with anything... okay I'm a coffee lover to the day or night!

 



 

I loved everything about Idyllwild Bake and Brew.... what I have been told for over 35 years visiting Idyllwild by my parents... always support local and tourism dollars in a small mountain town like this are huge!

 

We hope you get to visit Idyllwild Bake and Brew soon and when you do let them know that Penny from OnTheGoOC said hello... the couple that owns it is super sweet and rightfully so since they do all the baking!!

 



 

Happy foodie travels. Keep up with our momcation fun with #ExperienceIdyllwild and #CHMTravel . 

Pain du Monde Celebrates 30 Years! #PDMCafe

Tasty, Flavorful, Left Me Craving More...

Have you been to Pain du Monde? It is a fantastic treat to your taste buds.

I met my sweet friend Jen for her birthday breakfast at the Pain du Monde location at Fashion Island.
 



 

My first time but not my last time since I fell in love with each bite I took.

I want to feature what we tasted and what we loved about each plate.

Being a first time visitor to Pain du Monde I really didn't know what to order, I wanted it all, so i was glad I had a birthday girl with me to order plates and share tastes.

Starting with a savory cinnamon twist & of course a
 



 
delightful strawberry goodness, chasing sweet treats with a bold tasty blend of cold brew was perfection.



 

Up for breakfast we each tried and loved a signature dish and manager favorite.

Favorite Reasons to Stay at Idyllcreek A Frame Cabin in Idyllwild with Experience Idyllwild - #Idyllwild

We love Idyllwild and Staying with Experience Idyllwild

 

This visit to Idyllwild was nothing short of spectacular staying at the cozy unique Idyllcreek A-Frame cabin.

 



 

 

Experience Idyllwild makes it so easy and fun to drift away into the fresh clean are of mountain life yet still feel at home with everything you need. It's glamping at its finest!

 

Thanks to Experience Idyllwild for the cabin adventure. All opinions are my own.

 

 

Winter is here in SoCal and with just a short 2 hour drive you are in Idyllwild. The route I like to take brings us a nice 22 minute drive up the mountain with scenic views.

 

This is the first time I went to the mountains with 3 kiddos while my hubs stayed behind to work. Sad for him. Fun time as usual for us. Thanks to Chevy I had a Tahoe to pack up all our gear and feel super safe on the mountain drive. (check out my Chevy Tahoe Review here)

 

Knowing I dont have to bring anything but what we need and groceries is a relief!

 

Full kitchen for me to cook at my leisure and I love that!

 

 





 

There is plenty of space for us all, a cozy fireplace and a Jacuzzi on the porch.

 

 



 

The kids loved the hot tub before a shower & dinner for almost two hours!

 

 



Dana Wharf Whale Watching Experience Tips & Review Plus #Giveaway

Calling all Whale Watching Fans...

 

 Dana Wharf Whale Watching is a Family Fun Outing Must!

 



 

It's hard for us to find something fun for us to do days after the Christmas New Year craze... but... it's our boys birthday just days after New Years!

 

This year we were so grateful that Dana Wharf Whale Watching invited us to come on board for a tour.

 

My son loves the ocean, who am I kidding, we all do! For his birthday we surprised him with an early morning tour out.



 

We were so impressed with the Captain and his knowledge as well as clarity when speaking about the sealife he would do his best for us to see. The crew is great!

 

It was an amazing treat to see more than 500 dolphins swimming around us. The most precious of moments to me is seeing the kids faces when they see a massive humpback whale next to the boat.

See video here.

 



 

Whale watching is really a beautiful experience and it's not guaranteed you will see a whale. There is just something about being on the open ocean that is calming and peaceful.

 

 

Tips for your trip..

 

* we liked the early departure time of 10am.
During winter it was not too cold not too hot from the moment we took off to return to dock

Kids Eat Free at House of Blues Anaheim Every Weekend #HOBAnaheim

Music, Atmosphere, Food & So Much More at the House Of Blues in Anaheim

 

Did you know kids eat free at House of Blues on Weekends?!

 



 

The  House of Blues Anaheim Restaurant & Bar is pleased to highlight “Kids Eat Free”, a weekend dining program available Saturday and Sunday, from 11:00 a.m to 4:00 p.m.

 

Children under the age of 12, can enjoy the specialty menu just for kids, with the purchase of any adult full-priced entrée.

 



 

New menu is southern inspired and the Chef says the Smokehouse platters are so flavorful! I will have to try one of those next time we visit!

 

I love that you can order any item and your kids meal will be free. I wanted to show you some of the foodie options that we jut devoured happily. 

 

 

 

Here is a sample of the delish eats we tried and will be back for...

Disney On Ice - Dare to Dream - Coming Next Week!! Perfect Holiday Family Gift

Disney On Ice presents Dare To Dream, skating into the Southland this holiday season from December 13th – January 6th!  

 

Spend Holidays with the Family at Disney on Ice with their new show Dare to Dream!

 

Perfect for a last minute gift or surprise for Hanukkah or Christmas morning. There are many locations in SoCal to select from and also into the new year too.

Featuring Disney’s Moana for the first time in a live production, hosts Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse bring the Disney magic to life and take audiences on an expedition across raging seas and snow-covered mountains in this action-packed extravaganza with the beloved characters from Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Frozen, Tangled and Cinderella.

 

 



 

Thanks to Disney on Ice for the opportunity to provide our honest feedback and tips. All Photos are courtesy of Disney On Ice.

 

Have you been to Disney On Ice before?

 

A magical experience on ICE - our family loves it.

 

I still remember the first Disney On Ice performance I saw at the Honda Center in 2001. I attended with my mom. We loved watching Beauty and the Beast on Ice. It was a memory I will never forget.

 

 



 

Since then I have had kids of my own and love to celebrate all things Disney with them. My parents used to take us to as many events as they could to spend time as a family and enjoy something different. I too feel that I want to do the same with my family.