Single Parent Tip—Holds, Reserves, and Call Aheads

Who has time to run all over town taking care of errands and making daily purchases? Not many single parents I know do. Over the years, I’ve learned how to take advantage of being able to put things on hold, make reservations, and call ahead whenever possible. It saves time and headaches and makes it less likely that I’ll get stuck running behind schedule. Here are some big single parent lifesavers: If your library has a web site where you can search for books, videos, DVDs, etc. and the place them on reserve—use it. I live in a moderate-sized city … Continue reading

Cinderella’s Royal Table

Character meals are a great opportunity for the whole family to enjoy a sit-down meal while at the same time that they enjoy the wonder of Disney Magic. Cinderella’s Royal Table is not only one of the hardest tickets to score, it is also one of the best character meals available during your Disney stay. Cinderella’s Royal Table is a breakfast that features Cinderella and multiple other Disney princesses where girls and boys alike can eat like princes and princesses. Advanced Reservations You need to book your reservations well ahead of time. And when I say well ahead of time, … Continue reading

Travel Tips For Flyers

Make no mistake—I love to travel. It’s the planning and packing that I despise. Currently, I am trying to find a reasonable price on two plane tickets to one destination and trying to book an affordable rental car and a hotel room in a different city. Confusing? Yes, I know. But, deals exist; it’s just a matter of tracking them down. By following some simple rules you can drastically improve your chances of finding a ticket in your price range. Here are some that have helped me in the past: Be Flexible. If you absolutely don’t need to be at … Continue reading