FREE Disney Park Maps Order your FREE customized Disney park maps where you can highlight your family's favorite park activities and attractions. Then have them delivered to your door (U.S. households only). You can create special keepsake maps of all 4 Disney parks that highlight YOUR favorite attractions and entertainment. Click on the banner to get started.... … [Read more...]
National Train Day: Traveling by Train
This Saturday, May 10th is National Train Day. I have never traveled by train so I can't even begin to share personal tips. That is why I scouted out some of the best tips for you. … [Read more...]
Chicago Scuba School: Chicagoland SCUBA Store
If you are in the Chicagoland area and have an interest in getting certified to dive, check out Chicagoland SCUBA store in Lake Zurich, IL. Bill Harting runs the store and has been very helpful answering all of our questions over the years. When we first bought snorkeling equipment, this is the store we purchased everything. The products they stock are great quality and they … [Read more...]
Zoos in Illinois
Here is a list of zoos in Illinois. We have been to a few and enjoyed them. Hope you will too. Zoos in Illinois: Brookfield Zoo - This zoo is in Brookfield, IL, 14 mile west of downtown Chicago. They are open 365 days a year, 10:00-5:00 Monday-Friday and 10:00-6:00 Saturday & Sunday. There is a fee for general admission and parking. … [Read more...]
T is for Turtles: Facts About Sea Turtles
One of my most favorite animals is the turtle. Here are some pictures and a video of some of our turtle adventures. Sea turtles are mostly omnivores. Sea turtles must come to the surface to breathe but they can hold their breath for hours at a time. Sea turtles cannot retract their legs and head into their shells like a box turtle does. … [Read more...]
