Magical Mondays

Adventures by Disney is a newer Disney Product that has been around only a few years.  Adventures by Disney provides guests with special perks they would most likely not find traveling on their own.  Private events and private guided tours, family programs as well as kids only and adult only tours are just some of the highlights of the Adventures by Disney.  This year, one of the most popular Adventure by Disney tours, Backstage Magic, will include admission to Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland Park and Mickey's Halloween Screams fireworks spectacular during its October 28, 2012 departure that is a 5 night tour.  
Trip Highlights include Special access to Walt Disney Imagineering, Behind the Scenes tour at Disneyland with a two day VIP pass, that includes Disney's FASTPASS and reserved parade seating.  Enjoy an exclusive visit to Jim Henson Company Lot, home of Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy , that is not generally open to the public.  And visit the apartment where Walt Disney himself spent endless hours during the construction of Disneyland.
This tour has limited availability and must be booked by September 25, 2012.  Call at talk to our Disney Specialist for more information 877.543-0815.

Travel Tip

When packing for your cruise, remember to pack a carry on bag.  Use a large purse or small suitcase with wheels as your carry on bag,  Some things you want to carry on along with your boarding passes and passports, are medications, cameras, make-up, bathing suits, laptops and anything else of value.  I usually pack a change of clothes for dinner just in case the suitcase is delayed.
Bonus:  Cruising with children? A permanent marker can be invaluable.  Label soda cups and such to reduce confusion.

Cane River Cottage Natchitoches, LA

We recently spent a weekend at the Cane River Cottage and Guest House with my husband's family celebrating his Father's 80th birthday.  Let me just say that was one beautiful house and location.
Natchitoches, LA is known for being the oldest settlement in the Louisiana Purchase and the home of the famous southern movie, Steel Magnolias.

Both the Cottage and Guest House will accommodate up to 8 people.  They are fully furnished and beautifully decorated and include luxurious bedding, a full kitchen, spacious living areas and screened porches facing beautiful Cane River Lake.

We found this was a perfect place for a family reunion.  I think it would also be a great place for a romantic getaway or girl friends trip.