The newest of the main Walt Disney World theme parks is Animal Kingdom, which opened on Earth Day in 1998. The over 500-acre park takes its inspiration from the wildlife around the globe. It's located the furthest away from the other parks, including the Magic Kingdom, but is accessible from hotel buses. The park is laid out among different zones themed geographically. … [Read more...] about What to See at Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World
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Where to Go Apple Picking in North Carolina
As soon as the fall leaves start to hit the ground, the apples are ready to be picked. The crisp temperatures of North Carolina make it a great place to find the fruit in different varieties, including over 40 styles. The most common, however, are Golden Delicious, Red Delicious, Rome Beauty, and Stayman. Like parts of Georgia and Virginia, Western North Carolina is the main … [Read more...] about Where to Go Apple Picking in North Carolina
Family-Friendly Guide to New Orleans, Louisiana
While New Orleans has a reputation for debauchery, especially when it comes to Mardi Gras, that's far from the entire picture. It's a great place to learn about history as one of America's oldest cities. The culinary and music scenes are also unmatched. Visit during the spring and fall for the best weather. There are hundreds of incredible hotels, each with something … [Read more...] about Family-Friendly Guide to New Orleans, Louisiana
A First Timer’s Guide to Walt Disney World Transportation
Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida may just be the largest theme park in terms of acreage. It's made up of four parks, two water parks, and dozens of hotels. Disney has its own transportation system, made up of buses, the Monorail, boats, and a cable car. But despite plentiful options, it's not set up in a way that makes it easy to get from one resort area to another. … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to Walt Disney World Transportation
Visiting Six Flags Over Georgia in Atlanta
Six Flags Over Georgia is one of the area’s best theme parks, located outside Atlanta in Austell. It was the company's second location, which opened in 1967. The park is open from March to October with special events in the fall and winter. It's 20 minutes from downtown Atlanta, accessible by car via I-20 or CobbLinc Bus 30, which drops off in front of the park. Six … [Read more...] about Visiting Six Flags Over Georgia in Atlanta
