Fall Break is here so my daughter accompanied me for a weekend away at the popular Phoenix resort, The Phoenician. Together, we scoped out the property to give you a report on the resort’s family-friendly features. But first before you book here, or at any resort, beware of what is called the Occupancy/Tourism Tax. When […]
Our Road Trip & Pics: Day 5 to San Francisco
August 9, 2011 By
Last week I took you on Day 4 of our road trip to the Monterey Bay Aquarium, so today I’ll tell you about our next stop, which was San Francisco. My husband and I had been to this city before, even honeymooning there years ago, but it was a first for our kids. They couldn’t believe […]
Our Road Trip Adventure, Day 3: Carmel Exceeds Expectations!
July 19, 2011 By
Manic: After a scenic, but long drive from the second leg of our 1700 mile road trip, which was from LA to Carmel, we were ready to get there. And all we wanted to do was eat and sleep! Managed: Called the resort two hours before our arrival to confirm that our room was […]
Our Road Trip Adventures: First Stop – Santa Monica, California
July 11, 2011 By
Manic: Wanted to get away this summer, but didn’t want the cost of airfare and rental car. Managed: My family decided to embark on an 1700 mile 10-day road trip! When we returned, several friends asked me I would do it again. Yep, I would! Our family of four didn’t kill each other and […]
