With the holidays and the end of the year fastly approaching a lot of people are also starting to plan next year's family reunion. A new trend in family reunions has become extremely popular: cruise ship family reunions or (jokingly called) floating reunions. That's right"...cruise ships have become one of the more popular options for family reunions. They are a … [Read more...]
BMWK Weekend Travel Guide: Kids Sail for Free On Select Disney Cruises!
Have you thought about spring break for the little ones? You are probably thinking"...NO! I haven't even started buying Christmas gifts. BMWK family, this is the perfect time to consider a Disney Cruise for spring break. For a limited time kids (under 17) sail for free on select Disney Mexican Riviera cruises. Enjoy three fabulous days at sea on a luxury Disney … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Create Christmas Memories At Gaylord Hotels!
The holiday season is always the perfect time to spend time with family and friends and to start a new family tradition of your own. Gaylord Hotels wants to help you and your family create a few special memories with Shrek and friends during this holiday season. Enjoy Christmas at Gaylord Hotels with the "Christmas Memories" package starting at $99. This great holiday … [Read more...]
BMWK Weekend Travel Guide: Weekend Getaways For Wine Lovers!
A great weekend getaway to enjoy a little quality time with your sweetie or to celebrate your wedding anniversary would be a tasting at a winery or a ski gourmet getaway. There's a website dedicated to getaways tailored specifically to wine lovers. It's called Lot18! Lot18 gives members exclusive access to unique, expertly selected wine country experiences. (They're not … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Make Atlantis Home for the Holidays!
Growing up and even when we moved out and were living on our own, we always celebrated the holidays at my parents house. We created treasured memories watching the Macy's parade; football games and my Mom making one of her famous pound cakes. Now that my parents are gone my sister and I (and her family) usually go away for the holidays creating new memories in our parents … [Read more...]
BMWK Weekend Travel Guide: Barbados Food & Wine and Rum Festival!
As far as weekend getaways go, a quick trip to the Caribbean is always a great idea. The exotic island of Barbados is just what the doctor ordered. The island is home to beautiful beaches, luxury resorts and the 2nd annual Barbados Food & Wine and Rum Festival. Delicious, savory or just plain yummy, you will need several words to describe all the great food you will … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Megabus…Traveling by Bus is Back!
Travel can sometimes be expensive any way you slice it. Here at BMWK, we love to share ways to help you save money on travel. We have another fabulous way for BMWK travelers to save a little cash on their next trip to NYC or Philadelphia. Book your next trip on Megabus! Yes, I said it "take the bus." You're probably thinking, now way heard too many horror stories to get on … [Read more...]
BMWK Weekend Travel Guide: The Taste of Atlanta!
Food festivals are a great way to enjoy a Saturday afternoon and the best outdoor festival in the city is back! On October 22 through the 23rd, Atlanta's top chefs take over Midtown @ Tech Square to celebrate the best food Atlanta has to offer. Over 80 restaurants will be onsite to serve up some of Atlanta's best dishes. Festival favorite the "Big Grill: A Midtown Block … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Broadway Getaway! The Mountaintop Starring Samuel L. Jackson & Angela Bassett
I have not been excited about seeing anything on Broadway since "The Color Purple." When I was asked to attend a preview performance of the new play starring two of my favorite actors, I was secretly jumping for joy inside. If you love the theater or just looking for a reason to getaway for the weekend this is the play you've been waiting for, it's must-see Broadway! The … [Read more...]
BMWK Weekend Travel Guide: Michael Jordan’s Celebrity Golf Invitational!
This one's for the Dads"... It's always great to vacation with the family and as a couple every now and then. It's also a great idea to go on a weekend getaway with just the girls or guys. We've featured great couple's getaways, family vacations and girlfriend getaways"...this one's for the fellas! Since 2001, NBA legend Michael Jordan has held an … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: Destination Wedding Anyone?!
Planning a wedding for 2012? You might want to consider a destination wedding and save yourself a lot of stress, time and money. Destination weddings have grown tremendously in popularity over the years and we are here to help with a little information and a few great resorts perfect for celebrating your big day. Why a destination wedding? Destination weddings are a complete … [Read more...]
BMWK Weekend Travel Guide: The Houston Music Festival!
It's okay to date your spouse! A great way to keep the romance alive is to have weekly dedicated date nights with your spouse, and one of BMWK's favorite date night ideas is a night on the town or weekend getaway to a concert or music festival. We have the perfect one for you"... A weekend of great music rolls into Houston during the annual Houston Music … [Read more...]
Travel Tuesday: South Beach…In Barbados!
When you think of South Beach, Miami instantly pops into mind. Not anymore! There's a new South Beach (resort that is) on the exotic Caribbean island of Barbados. An island escape is waiting for you at the newly renovated South Beach Resort in Barbados. Located in the heart of Barbados directly across from the islands popular Accra Beach, it's within walking distance of … [Read more...]
BMWK Weekend Travel Guide: Summer in the Red Woods Outdoor Concert Series!
It's still summer in California and they are celebrating the season with a fabulous series of outdoor concerts at the Woodminster Amphitheater in Oakland, California. The Summer in the Red Woods Outdoor concert series continues on October 2 with the "Rhythm Section" themed concert featuring neo-soul angel Chrisette Michele. A BMWK favorite K'Jon also takes to the stage on … [Read more...]
Woman’s Afro Searched At ATL Airport: Racist Or No?
We wrote about a similar situation on the site a couple months ago. Looks like it's more common than we previously thought. From AJC.com: The 53-year-old Dallas woman told KXAS-TV station in Texas that she was halfway to her gate to catch an American Airlines flight to Dallas when she started hearing shouts. ""˜Hey you! Hey you! Ma'am! Ma'am! Stop! Stop! The lady with … [Read more...]