We were hosted guests at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort and Spa for a staycation over our holiday break and we had a fantastic time! Nestled in the hillside of Dana Point, California, the resort overlooks the harbor/marina area with gorgeous grounds and views. We had seen the hotel from a distance, but had never… The post A Stay at the Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa appeared first on Princess Turned Mom ..read more

As the holiday season approaches, many families are on the lookout for festive and enchanting activities to make cherished memories. One magical destination is Knott’s Merry Farm at Knott’s Berry Farm, where they transform the theme park into a winter wonderland, running now until January 7th, 2023. I personally had never been to Knott’s Merry… The post Top 5 Things to do at Knott’s Merry Farm appeared first on Princess Turned Mom ..read more

Ready for adventure?!? Then you will want to keep reading this Xcaret Adventure Parks review. Nestled along the stunning Caribbean coastline in Mexico, the Xcaret Adventure Parks in Playa del Carmen offer an exhilarating blend of adventure, natural beauty, and cultural experiences. With a range of activities catering to all ages and interests, these parks… The post XCaret Adventure Parks Review appeared first on Princess Turned Mom ..read more

The hubby and I haven’t flown anywhere without the kids since they were born almost 11 years ago. We have done three overnight trips since having them, all of which were 1-2 nights close to home. Since our 15 year wedding anniversary is coming up in September, we thought it was time for a big… The post Xcaret Arte Hotel Review appeared first on Princess Turned Mom ..read more

Vacations are the perfect time to create lasting memories and capture stunning photographs that allow us to relive those cherished moments. While smartphones have made it easier than ever to take photos, I think it’s worth hiring a professional to elevate your vacation memories. In this blog post, I will share some tips and techniques… The post How to Get the Best Vacation Photos appeared first on Princess Turned Mom ..read more

Looking for the top 5 tips for Super Nintendo World? Look no further… We have been waiting for Super Nintendo World to open ever since it was first announced to make its debut at Universal Studios in Japan. The kids actually started saving their money to fly to Japan to see it in person when… The post Top 5 Tips for Super Nintendo World appeared first on Princess Turned Mom ..read more

We had the honor of being hosted by the Hilton in Anaheim for our second annual Magical Media Retreat and it was perfection. I was really blown away at the level of service, attention to detail, cleanliness, spacious rooms, amazing food and more. Here are some of the highlights of the Hilton in Anaheim… The… The post A Stay at the Hilton in Anaheim appeared first on Princess Turned Mom ..read more

“To all who come to this happy place, Welcome!” -Walt Disney After working at Disneyland for over eight years you would think I would have known everything to do at the parks, but I think it’s safe to say I’ve learned more being a magic key holder, or for us old timers, an annual pass-holder.… The post 10 Tips for a Successful Disneyland Trip appeared first on Princess Turned Mom ..read more

One of my best friends from college was getting married on the East Coast so we decided to make the trip an extra special experience for the kids. I have always loved New York City, at one point I thought I would live there to pursue my dancing career. So bringing the kids for the… The post What To Do in NYC with Kids appeared first on Princess Turned Mom ..read more

We had the pleasure of working with Camelback Lodge & Indoor Water Park in the Poconos Mountains during a recent trip to the East Coast and it was a blast! There is something for all ages to do and for every season of the year. We were there in September, which was absolutely gorgeous with… The post A Review of Camelback Lodge & Indoor Water Park appeared first on Princess Turned Mom ..read more