Best Marriott Hotels for 50K Free Night Certificates (Family Friendly Options)
Where to Use Marriott 50K Free Night Certificates in 2026 One of the most exciting bonuses you can earn from certain Marriott credit card offers is a 50,000 point free night certificate. These certificates can be used for hotels costing up to 50,000 Marriott Bonvoy points per night. Even better, Marriott now allows you to add up to […]
How Easy a Trip to Hawaii Is on Points (Yes—Even for a Family)
A Beginner’s Guide to Visiting Hawaii on Points For a long time, Hawaii felt like one of those “someday” trips. Beautiful, yes. Affordable for a family of five? Not so much. But in the summer of 2022 I took my family of 5 to Hawaii for 12 days on one of our most memorable trips […]
Getting the Most for Your Points: Hyatt’s Best All-Inclusive Redemptions
How to Get a Good Deal at Hyatt All-Inclusive Resorts Looking to use your points for an all-inclusive getaway? Don’t miss this guest post by Summer Hall from Summer is Joy! She shares incredible tips on maximizing your Hyatt points when booking all-inclusive Hyatt resorts. If you have been into credit card points and miles for […]
Hyatt Andaz Costa Rica Review
Today’s post is all about our stay at the Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo. We left the kids behind for 3 nights of relaxation, 5 star treatment, and pure vida…
Hiking Diamond Head Crater in Hawaii with Kids
Honolulu, Hawaii is heaven for tourists and adventure seekers alike. There are plenty of activities to fill your days, whether you’re looking to relax on the beach or explore the island. And when visiting Hawaii’s capital, you don’t want to miss Diamond Head (or Lē‘ahi).
The 10 Best Hyatt Properties with Water Slides
I don’t know about your kids, but mine think vacations are just better when our hotel pool has a waterslide. Even if your days are going to be spent exploring Disney World or some other bucket list destination, they just want to know what the hotel pool situation is. So if you’re looking for great hotels you can pay for with credit card points, that also have some epic water freatures, I’ve got you. I have rounded up some of Hyatt’s best properties that boast multiple water slides, lazy rivers, and interactive play areas. Because when it comes to family vacations, sometimes the resort IS the destination.
Everything You Need to Know About Antelope Canyon X
Last spring break our family spent a week in Arizona, Nevada and Utah and made a point to visit Antelope Canyon X because of beautiful pictures I had seen online. And let me tell you, it lived up to the hype. There are several tours available, but we chose to go with Canyon X because of its availability and price (the other tours fill up fast and cost more!). But I want to reassure you that just because this cost less, it did not disappoint one bit. You’ll love the spectacular views inside this slot canyon. Before your visit, you may want to research several things first, like Antelope Canyon X’s best time to visit, Antelope Canyon weather, Antelope Canyon X vs Upper Canyon and Lower Canyon and more. Below, I’ve given you a comprehensive guide on Antelope Canyon X tours. So, keep reading!
The Ultimate All-Inclusive Resort Packing List
Booking an all-inclusive resort can be a convenient and easy to plan option for your next family vacation. I find that when all of our food and activities are already paid for, it’s so much easier to enjoy myself! While most everything is included in the price, I have yet to find a resort that does the packing for me too! (Packing might be my least favorite part of traveling!)
Best Things To Do in Cape May, NJ
Cape May, New Jersey offers so many family-friendly activities that are sure to keep kids entertained. Start your day by visiting the Cape May County Park and Zoo, where children can marvel at a wide variety of animals and even enjoy a train ride through the park.
A Complete Universal Studios Packing List for Families
“What to bring to Universal Studios?” is the most common question asked by many first-time park-goers. Since our family had season passes in 2022 we made a point to fly to Orlando as often as we could to take advantage of them, so we learned pretty quickly what to put on our Universal Studios Packing List. I hope this list will help you as much as it has helped my family! Having all these items will ensure you are prepared for a fun-filled day at Universal!