Let's all make a New Years' resolution to save money in all areas of our lives in 2013, especially while traveling. One of the best ways to save money while traveling is to eliminate the ever increasing checked bag fee(s). If you gave the family the gift of travel this Christmas and are planning a spring break trip, keep in mind that checked bag fees can put a serious dent in … [Read more...]
BMWK Travel: A Must Have Travel App For Frequent Flyers
By now, we've all opened our gifts and and picked which gift card to spend first. (LOL) If you received an iTunes gift card for Christmas, don't spend it all on music, videos and tv show downloads. Save a little because we have a fabulous, must-have travel app. 'Just Landed' is the best app for tracking flights. Have you ever left way too early to pick someone up at the … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: What are The Best Days to Fly?
The holidays are coming and everyone is looking for ways to save money while planning the family holiday vacation. When it comes to booking airfare and flights, we are taught that the best days to fly and save on airfare are usually Thursdays and Sundays. Airlines will not tell you this but there are actually four days that are the best cost effective days to fly. The … [Read more...]
BMWK Weekend Travel Guide: Time for the ‘Taste of DC!”
October is becoming (unofficially) food festival month. (LOL) If you are going to be in Washington, DC Columbus Day weekend, you are in for a tasty treat. The "˜Taste of DC' "is back serving up a weekend of food, fun, beer and wine." Over 50 restaurants will be participating starting Saturday October 6th thru Monday October 8th from 12p-7p daily. Participating restaurants … [Read more...]
5 Ways To Get Your Grown And Sexy On in the Bahamas
Lamar and I recently returned from a media tour of the Islands of the Bahamas. And we had a very eye opening experience to all that the Bahamas has to offer. And while we had a great time with all of the other folks on the tour, Lamar and I are itching to get back there to enjoy all of the grown and sexy things that you can do as a couple. Here are only a few of the … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Family Fun At The New Cars Land!
Disney has done it again! Summer's hottest new amusement park is set to open on June 15th at Hollywood's favorite theme park, Disney California Adventure. The most popular tourist destination in California will no longer be Los Angeles, it's now the town of Radiator Springs. Our favorite animated friends from the Disney-Pixar film "Cars""”Lightening McQueen, Flo, Luigi and of … [Read more...]
A Trip Down Memory Lane – Remembering Summers at VA Beach
Some of the best vacations that I've had with my family (mother, father, siblings) and now with my own kids and husband are our trips to the beach. Don't get me wrong, we love a good trip to the amusement parks just as much as the next family. But there is something so special about the quality time that we are able to spend together at the beach. So when I was … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Get Ready for A HersheyPark Summer!
Growing up in DC we couldn't wait for the school year to end and the fact that summer was just around the corner. When summer officially arrived we knew a few things were certain to take place"...going to North Carolina to visit Grandma, at least one Saturday trip to Great Adventures and HersheyPark! HersheyPark is an entirely different family fun adventure park … [Read more...]
BMWK Weekend Travel Guide: Great Wolf Lodge is Open!
Great Wolf Lodge is open for the spring/summer season! Our favorite family waterpark is back with another great deal to get you and the family in the mood for waterpark fun. Book a minimum two-night stay now through May 24th and receive 20% off the best available rates. Also receive 20% off on a three-night stay. Great Wolf lodge guests enjoy exclusive access to the … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Summer’s Must Visit Destinations!
Before you can blink an eye, the kids will be out of school and you will be scratching your head trying to plan the family vacations. Our first family friendly destination is becoming more popular each year. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is one of the country's most popular family vacation destinations. Depending on where your family lives, Myrtle Beach is a short drive, … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Paradise Springs Water Resort At The Gaylord Texan!
If you are looking for more fabulous options for spring getaways and summer vacations, BMWK is the destination to visit and we're going to help you with your spring and summer vacation planning. One of our favorite hotel families, Gaylord Hotels has opened its all new water resort and pool "Paradise Springs" at the luxurious Gaylord Texan. Located in Grapevine, TX and only … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Road Trip & Weekend Getaway In One!
In most cities, this weekend was a wonderful snapshot of the beautiful days of summer. Summer is perfect for weekend getaways, music festivals and road trips. We have an east coast favorite that is a road trip and a weekend getaway all rolled up into one fabulous event. Virginia's most popular celebration of music, the Hampton Jazz Festival is back! The 45th annual Hampton … [Read more...]
BMWK Weekend Travel Guide: Spring Break Family Fun!
Moms and Dads don't sweat anymore over where to go for spring break this year. We have the perfect destination for a spring break vacation. Waterparks, Florida and spring break make a wonderful combination for a family getaway. The Coco Key Hotel and Waterpark in Orlando is an excellent choice for a fun filled family getaway. The resort is home to the largest canopy covered … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Montreal Jazz Festival Update!
One of our favorite summer music festivals is coming! We brought you the news earlier this year that one of this year's festival headliners was none other than Grammy winner Esperanza Spalding. We thought we would update you on another fabulous music icon that has been added to the roster. Bringing his unique brand of soul and pop music to the festival stage for the very first … [Read more...]
BMWK Weekend Travel Guide: Great Golf Getaway!
Dads need a weekend getaway just like Moms, so we thought we would find a cool weekend for the fellas. We found a great event and destination. The beautiful islands of the Bahamas and one of our favorite resorts, Atlantis Paradise Island hosts the "Michael Douglas & Friends" celebrity golf tournament. Oscar winner Michael Douglas, his wife Catherine Zeta-Jones and friend … [Read more...]