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Boys walk toward the entrance gate at Fuji-Q Highland theme park in Japan. They are wearing coats. There is one worker at the entrance and no other guests.

HOW TO BUY TICKETS TO FUJI-Q HIGHLAND – Step-by-Step

If you’re planning a trip to Fuji-Q Highland and you’re feeling bewildered about buying tickets… you’re not alone!  Purchasing tickets for Fuji-Q can be confusing, but I’ve put together this step-by-step guide for you.  It’s based on our experience buying tickets (we’re a group of 4, with an adult, 2 kids, and a senior).  This

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Front entrance of a hotel in Anaheim California (it's the Alpine Inn). Fake icicles hang from the roof.

BUDGET HOTELS FOR YOUR DISNEYLAND TRIP – Where We’ve Stayed

If you’re planning a family trip to Disneyland and are looking for a luxurious, fancy hotel… click out of this post. While I do enjoy lux hotels, we always stay at a budget hotel (2- or 3-star) when we visit Disneyland.  Why?  Because we use it as a place to sleep at night (plus midday

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Two boys walk toward the ocean on the sand. A pier is on the left.

HOW TO DAY TRIP TO HUNTINGTON BEACH FROM DISNEYLAND – A Mom’s Quick Guide

Disneyland is amazing – I know.  But, sometimes we all need a little beach break!  If you’re ready to play in the sand and surf, make your way west to Huntington Beach and the Pacific Ocean.  It’s less than 20 miles from Disneyland (about 30 minutes with no traffic) and is guaranteed fun for kids

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