Universal Orlando {Loews Portofino Bay Resort}

Loews Portofino Bay Resort is my top choice for both my own family and my clients. It is beautifully appointed, convenient to the theme parks, has excellent service and a variety of wonderful amenities.   It is a real escape from the hustle and bustle of the theme parks and makes relaxing at the end of… Read More

Universal Orlando {CityWalk & Theme Park Dining}

Over the course of our visits to Universal Orlando, I had the opportunity to dine quite a few times in CityWalk.  This dining, shopping and entertainment area lies directly between Islands of Adventure and Universal Orlando theme parks.  There is no separate security and it is easy to pop out of the park for a… Read More

Universal Orlando {Volcano Bay Water Theme Park}

With our three day Universal Orlando park-to-park tickets, we enjoyed in a day of fun in the sun at Volcano Bay Water Theme Park! At this water theme park, thrills and relaxation flow in perfect harmony. Here, the TapuTapu™ wearable lets you hold your place in the ride lines and reveal wondrous surprises with just… Read More

Cinderella’s Royal Table in Disney’s Magic Kingdom

UPDATED POST HERE 2025 Have you ever wondered what sits on the upper floor of the majestic Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom? I have vivid memories of staring up at the castle as a child imagining the princess living inside. Of course, back then there was no restaurant that you could visit! Now, this gorgeous… Read More

St. Regis Girls Getaway

The St. Regis Atlanta is my “hometown” favorite for a staycation. We’ve been as a family, a couple and with girls, and there is something for every occasion. After a 2020 break, I was thrilled to scoot off for a luxurious 24-hour getaway with a couple of friends as an early Mother’s Day gift from our husbands!… Read More