FREE Travel Alaska Book!

One of the states noticeably absent from the staycation round up list is Alaska. I've had the pleasure of traveling to Alaska twice, both trips to visit good friends living there at the time. The … [Continue reading...]

Disney-Pixar’s Cars 2: “Agents on a Mission Tour” presented by State Farm

In keeping with the frugal family fun/staycation theme this week, there's a fun (free) event coming up for those Disney-Pixar Cars fans in Charlotte, Dallas, Phoenix, Las Vegas, San Diego, Los … [Continue reading...]

Staycations Across the Nation: 85 U.S. cities to enjoy on a budget!

Yesterday I shared all sorts of great things to do this summer in Phoenix and Omaha--on a budget. However, many of you don't live in those areas (and aren't planning a visit anytime soon). So, I … [Continue reading...]

Staycation: Enjoying Omaha on a Budget

"Mr. Mom Endeavors" and I are college sweethearts--we met at the University of Nebraska (Go Big Red!)!  He grew up in Omaha and his parents still live there. Although we live in the Phoenix area … [Continue reading...]

Staycation: Enjoying Phoenix on a Budget

With gas prices steadily approaching $4/gallon here in Arizona, many families will be looking for ways to save money on vacations or may even find themselves staying closer to home this summer. In a … [Continue reading...]

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides Review & Giveaway!

Yo Ho, Yo Ho....Captain Jack is back as "Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides" sails into theaters everywhere TODAY (May 20th, 2011)!  Pirates has always been a "must-do" ride at … [Continue reading...]