Fantastics beasts, owls, training dragons, fortune telling and magic! Those are all things you have read about in books, seen in the movies or experienced at major theme parks, but this November, enter into a wizarding world nearby in Philadelphia. That’s right, November 29-December 1, guests at the Academy of Natural Sciences will experience the … [Read more…]
The holidays are a great time to get away and escape your everyday life. Whether it is to visit family, continue with family traditions or make new memories, traveling is a fun way to experience the magic of the holidays. Here are some posts we have written with holiday travel in mind! If you like … [Read more…]
Updated for 2021! A corner of the North Pole at your local Bass Pro Shops! We believe in the tranquility and calm that comes with going outdoors. One store that has been encouraging families to get outside is Bass Pro Shops. As the holiday season approaches, they offer a family fun activity called Santa’s Wonderland … [Read more…]
As a child, my family loved going on vacations close to home as we really enjoyed what the East Coast had to offer. I have very fond memories from my childhood when my mom and dad took us to fun and unique places to explore. One place I remember quite well is Williamsburg, Virginia. I … [Read more…]
Mommy University is honored to partner with the following brands to bring you this sponsored post: MomTrends, Meredith Publications, Jif, Munchkin, Visit Williamsburg, SwaddleMe and New Balance. From the moment I found out I was pregnant, I clung to Parents magazine as if it was my lifeline. It helped me understand this journey I was … [Read more…]
Volcano Bay is the newest theme park to open at Universal Orlando Resort. As part of our Family Forward vacation, we were lucky enough to experience all it has to offer including an early entrance to the park. Beautifully themed, you will feel as if you have walked onto an island as soon as you … [Read more…]
“Look mom, it’s the castle, it’s the castle!” Yes, those were the words my kids yelled in excitement and awe as we pulled up to a major Orlando theme park! BUT it was not the one you may be thinking. For years I have watched in pure happiness as we arrived at the Disney castle … [Read more…]
One of the places I was most looking forward to exploring when visiting Myrtle Beach was Brookgreen Gardens. From gorgeous statues to colorful flowers to interactive learning adventures for kids, Brookgreen Gardens offers hours or should I say days of exploration and discovery! Conveniently located on Route 17 between Murrels Inlet and Pawleys Island in … [Read more…]
WitnessHistory is Alive at Wild West City History often times carries this reputation of being frozen in a book. There are many locations, however, that offer historical re-enactments. What makes history come alive for young children can be introduced with an actor performing from a page in a book. At Wild West City, families take … [Read more…]
When my family decided to take a mini vacation in Myrtle Beach, I immediately began researching all the fun attractions and experiences we could enjoy. One entertainment experience that stood out above the rest was Pirates Voyage Dinner and Show. Since my boys are huge fans of all things pirates, I knew they would absolutely … [Read more…]