It's unusually warm here in the southwest for this time of the year so I want to take advantage of the weather before it gets over 100 degrees! So on Friday night, my husband and I asked our son, who is a little over 3 years old, if he'd rather go on a hike or see airplanes over the weekend. He chose airplanes :) Here in Tucson, we have the Pima Air and Space Museum, which has on … [Read more...]
Aloha at the Aulani
I've always loved anything Disney. So when I found out a couple of years ago that Disney was opening a new resort in Hawaii, on the island of Oahu, I was beyond excited. It sounded perfect, and now that we are back from our trip, I can say that it was everything we hoped it would be and more. My husband and I have the Disney Visa card, which means that we can sometimes book a vacation package … [Read more...]
Saving tips
I'm all about saving money. I'm all about finding good deals. In fact, I thrive on it. It's one of the aspects I enjoy about planning a trip. Where can I get the best deal, and how can I get it? So here it is: my go-to guide for saving money. 1. The Public Library The main library in my local town is within close proximity of my office. This is great because I can go during my lunch hour. Not … [Read more...]
Hello world! (and the not-so-beginning)
Well, I did it. I've created a family/travel blog. Welcome to The Cactus Chronicles! A little about me: I've been married for almost 5 years, and I'm a mom to an adorable toddler. I'm also a world traveler, Disney fan, cruise addict, and bargain shopper. I wanted to create a blog that chronicles our adventures in Arizona and beyond, as well as providing tips that might be useful for other … [Read more...]
