Drawn to Life Presented by Cirque du Soleil & Disney

Last month I was able to attend Drawn to Life – the new Cirque du Soleil show at Disney Springs – as part of a media event. In this first-ever collaboration between Cirque du Soleil, Walt Disney Animation Studios and Walt Disney Imagineering, journey into a world where an animator’s desk becomes the stage and… Read More

Adventures By Disney {Day 8: New England Farewell}

All good things must come to an end, as they say. The sun rises here at 4:30 AM, so I got coffee from the lobby and enjoyed it while looking out on the sparkling sea. With plenty of time to spare, I relaxed for a good hour with my book at the pool. And then,… Read More

Adventures By Disney {Day 7: Bar Harbor ME & Acadia National Park}

Our last full day took us to Acadia National Park and kayaking, and wrapped up in a farewell clambake! Breakfast at the Bar Harbor Inn We started the day with a hearty American breakfast and the most beautiful views in the Reading Room restaurant. I had crab cakes and the boys had lobster benedict. Everyone… Read More

Adventures By Disney {Day 6: Bar Harbor ME}

Today we traveled from the White Mountains of New Hampshire to Bar Harbor Maine! Traveling to Maine We woke up to a bountiful breakfast buffet at Grand Summit Hotel at Attitash before heading out. It was a rainy day, but that didn’t diminish the majestic New England landscapes on our way to Bar Harbor, Maine.… Read More

Adventures By Disney {Day 5: Stowe VT to White Mountains NH}

Today’s adventure brought us to the White Mountains of New Hampshire! Breakfast at the Lodge For our final morning at the Lodge, we enjoyed another delicious Vermont country breakfast, with eggs from farm, real Vermont maple syrup and all the trimmings. The boys love this breakfast so much, they beat us downstairs at 7AM. After… Read More

Adventures By Disney {Day 4: Stowe VT}

Our full day in Stowe included a Ben & Jerry’s factory tour, Mt. Mansfield exploration and a scenic mountain drive and covered bridge excursion. Ben & Jerry’s Private Visit & Tasting Experience The sweetest part of the day and one of the most anticipated activities for my boys was the Ben & Jerry’s private visit!… Read More

Adventures By Disney {Day 3: Burlington to Stowe VT}

Our day 3 adventures took us from Burlington to Stowe and included SO much fun along the way! Burlington & Lake Champlain Bike Ride For an absolutely breathtaking start to the morning, we took a bike ride through some of the most stunning scenery in Vermont. The bike path, converted from the Central Vermont Railway,… Read More