Graduate Knoxville {Rocky Top Charm in the Heart of Vol Country}

We rolled into Knoxville Sunday for Whit’s first official college tour, kicking things off at the University of Tennessee. I couldn’t resist the chance to stay at Graduate Knoxville, the Vols’ home-turf hotel filled with school spirit, Tennessee nostalgia, and good ol’ Rocky Top charm. Nestled right on The Strip, we could walk to campus… Read More

Graduate Auburn Hotel {A Cheerful, Cute + Convenient Stay With a Few Caveats!}

Honey and I spent the weekend at Graduate Auburn for Sigma Chi Family Weekend, and I couldn’t wait to share the details. If you’re looking for a stay that screams War Eagle in every nook and cranny, this is it! Let’s start with the biggest win: 📍 Location, location, location!We parked the car Friday afternoon… Read More

Flora Taverna Restaurant at Universal Helios Grand Hotel

Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Flora Taverna is a stunning Mediterranean-inspired restaurant located inside Helios Grand Hotel at Universal’s Epic Universe. With its bright, airy atmosphere, open kitchen, wood-fired pizza oven, live-cooking stations, and gorgeous park views, it’s a beautiful spot for any meal of the day. Whether you dine indoors or al fresco, the… Read More

GEO-82 Fireworks Experience in EPCOT

You might remember my earlier post about the GEO-82 Lounge, the sleek new space tucked inside Spaceship Earth. While I wasn’t in a rush to return after my first visit, I decided to give the brand-new GEO-82 Fireworks Experience a try – all in the name of research (of course!) – and I’m so glad… Read More

Beak & Barrel in Magic Kingdom

Disney fans, raise your tankards – there’s a bar in Magic Kingdom! And not just any bar… Beak & Barrel is an immersive pirate tavern that feels straight out of the Caribbean itself. Behind This Legendary Dive The Beak & Barrel is steeped in Disney backstory and brimming with character. It was established by legendary… Read More

Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2025

It’s spooky season in the Magic Kingdom, friends – and that means it’s time for one of my favorite Walt Disney World events of the entire year: Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party! These photos are from a few parties over the years, but the magic (and the mischief!) never gets old. Learn more about January –… Read More