Written by thedealmommy @ Saverocity
I’ve had some stuff on my mind lately and I’d appreciate your input. Before I lay out my thesis, let me reiterate some north star principles I try to follow:I
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HIP Escapes Deal: Up to 90% Off Hotels & Free 20 Euro Credit
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Three years ago I did a Camp Mom solo trip to Provence/Cote D’Azur. While researching that trip I found an amazing website: HIP Escapes (Referral link). Simply put, HIP Escapes is
Some Thoughts About Visiting Disneyland Paris in Winter
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Greetings from Paris! Or more specifically, Marne-la-Valee, the suburb where Disneyland Paris is located. I am here with Deal Girl in the middle of January to answer the burning question:
Camp Mom Needs Your Help
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Happy New Year! If you’re like me, you’re using the calendar turn as a kick start to nailing down 2019 travel plans. Due to, well, life, I’m way behind where
The Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party Tip You Won’t See Anywhere Else
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I’m headed to my 2nd Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party (MNSSHP) next week. Before my first trip and again before this one I have read a LOT of Mickey’s
What I did on My Summer Vacation, and What I’m Up to Now
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Happy back to school everyone! I’ve been quiet for a bit so just wanted to update you on what’s up in my world. Here’s a quick photo recap of my
The Most Miserable Hotel Stay I’ve Had in a Long Time
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I’m just back from Soave Italy via Des Moines, Iowa. (I know.) I’m also just off my most miserable hotel stay in a long time.To be fair, the problem had
6 Hidden Gems in the Historic Sites of St. Augustine
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I recently partnered with Moon Guides as one of their first family travel ambassadors. It is a natural fit as my travel style matches the Moon philosophy of independent travel
Disney World Highway in the Sky Review: Worth the Hefty Price Tag?
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On a recent trip to Disney World I stumbled across a new tour option: Highway in the Sky. Highway in the Sky is a progressive dining experience unlike any other meal
9 Rules for Savvy Travel: Dia’s Tips for Better Trips
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I’m headed to New York City this weekend on a last minute trip. I am not sure what Deal Girl and I will do, but I know one thing we won’t
What Are Your Resort Pet Peeves?
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Greetings from the Hyatt Grand Cypress in Orlando. I’m having a stay here that is just, well, off. There is not one thing I could point to as catastrophic but
Disney World Hotels Using Points: The Best Deal in Orlando
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This week I’m at Disney World researching updates for volume 2 of Disney World Hacks. I am not a fan of the Swan/Dolphin and generally think Disney World is a good
What Should I Do About FT4RL?
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Please bear with this stream-of-consciousness post. I’ve come to a crossroads and have put off making a decision long enough. I could really use your help deciding what to do about Family
Choice Vacation Rentals are Both a Great and a Terrible Deal
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You guys know I’m a huge fan of vacation rentals. From saving on food to 2 TVs to that all important closing door I recently mentioned it’s hard for me to
Guest Post: Mother’s Day Traditions in Japan
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Today’s post is written by Caleb Parsons of Kids Travel Japan. I follow Caleb on Instagram and enjoy his tales of living as an American with a Japanese family. I thought
When First Class is Cheaper Than Coach
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Next month I’m headed to Disney World to research the next edition of Disney World Hacks. For the return I’m utilizing my favorite hack: the one way car rental. To get to
The Best Place to See Cherry Blossoms in DC is Not Where You Think
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Another cherry blossom season has come and gone, and with it the enormous crowds. If you missed the Tidal Basin’s peak bloom, you are not out of luck. The best
On Solo Travel, Mom Guilt, and Curveballs
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My friend Joe wrote a must-read post about what you can’t control once you become a parent. This week fate dealt my family a curveball I’m having trouble figuring out
Hotel Status Matters Less for Families. Here’s Why.
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Greetings from Chicago! I’m here with Deal Girl on a whirlwind STEM/STEAM weekend. More on that later. I’m typing this post from the sofa at the Hyatt Place Downtown/The Loop
Lessons Learned From Six Years of Blogging
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I published my first post on October 30, 2011. I only realized this because I’m doing some cleanup in anticipation of a project I’m working on (more on that soon). When