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Black Friday Travel Deals 2019

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It’s that time of year again!  Time to save some serious money shopping on Black Friday!  To help get you started, I’ve put together a list of Black Friday Travel Deals 2019!  Black Friday will be on November 29th.  However, please check the dates listed as some sales start before Black Friday and other continue through Cyber Monday. While some of these deals are for the US, you’ll still find lots of international Black Friday travel deals as well.

If traveling, many stores such as in the UK and France will have Black Friday deals if you’re looking for a cute top to tell everyone you bought in Paris 🙂

I’ll add more deals as they hit my inbox.

Black Friday Travel Deals 2019

Bookings & More:

Booking.com– 40% off select stays worldwide 11/25- 12/2

Expedia – Check the app for deals valid through 11/25-12/2

Intrepid Travel – Save 20% off all trips for 2020 valid 11/25 – 12/5 (this is HUGE!)

GetYourGuide – Save up to 25% off all tours and activities

Radisson Rewards – Save up to 30% off weekend stays in 2020

Lonely Planet – 40% sale on all print and digital titles!

*Many hotels and airlines are having Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, so check out the deals if you’re looking for flights.  Check the membership portals for details.

Theme Parks:

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay – Several offers including $71.99 BG and Seaworld Ticket (was $149.99), B1G1 50% off all day dining pass, 50% off photo key and more.

Busch Gardens Williamsburg – Save up to 25% on 2-park memberships and fun cards, $10 off dining deal, $50 off summer camps, $15 off Christmas Town Photokey, $10 off online merchandise purchase.

SeaWorld Orlando – Save up to 60% on tickets, up to 50% off in-park, experiences, up to 40% on a day at Discovery Cove, and 30% on merchandise.

LEGOLAND New York – Opening July 2020, Get the annual Gold pass (the highest tier) for only $99.99 (normally $209.99) valid 11/29 – 12/2

Six Flags – Black Friday/Cyber Monday sale, Get 2 Season Passes for $49.99 each and recieve one FREE Season Parking or upgrade to Gold Season Pass for $10 more!

 

Passes:

London Explorer Pass – Save up to 10% off all passes from 11/27 – 12/2

London Pass– Lowest price of the year, Up to a further 30% off!!  sale valid 11/25- 12/2
*Everyone who places an order between Black Friday and Cyber Monday will have the chance to win a tour and a lavish champagne afternoon tea for two at the iconic Royal Albert Hall.

New York Pass – Lowest price of the year, Up to a further 40% off & Up to a further $140 off sale valid 11/25- 12/2

*Everyone who buys a New York Pass between Black Friday and Cyber Monday will have the chance to win an incredible helicopter tour experience, courtesy of HeliNY

Paris Pass – Lowest price of the year, Price TBD sale valid 11/25- 12/2

 

Shopping Portals:

United MilagePlus Shopping – New deals daily during Cyber Week

Rakuten (formally Ebates) – Lots of double cash back or more rewards going on! You’ll earn cash back on your purchase.  Percentage of cash back varies by store.  You can get paid by Paypal, check or even better, AMEX Membership Rewards (MR’s) if you have a qualifying AMEX card.

Amazon – You know there will be tons of deals on Amazon for travel supplies and all your holiday shopping.  They have Black Friday deals all week that will continue into Cyber Monday.

*Other airline, credit card and hotel shopping portals will have bonus deals as well.

Chateau Meichtry Winery Review: Great Winery in Georgia!

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While visiting family in Jasper, Georgia we discovered several wineries are located in the area.  We tried Chateau Meichtry at 1862 Orchard Lane in Talking Rock.  This family owned winery is open seven days a week and is between Cartecay Vineyards and Engelheim Vineyards. On the weekends, they have live entertainment.

 

Pulling into the winery past grapevines loaded with grapes the tasting room had several beautiful areas where you can enjoy a glass or a bottle of wine. Inside the main building the decor made you want to sit and taste the various red and white wines. Decorated with wood, brick, and stone with comfortable seating you wanted to sit back and stay awhile.  Outside there were three other areas where you could drink a glass or bottle of wine and enjoy a picnic.  One area had tables and umbrellas, great for fall.  We chose to sit in the covered area  enclosed with screens and ceiling fans. They also provide a separate area if you bring along your furry friend.

Wesley, our wine representative, explained the various wines and enhanced our experience with his expertise.  We had some wine leftover that he packaged for us to bring home.

For information on their selection of wines or special events check out their website @www.chateaumeichtry.com

Thanks to my mommy for writing up this review 🙂

Will Teens & Tweens Enjoy Great Wolf Lodge Williamsburg?

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As we headed toward our room, we stepped aside as smiling kids rushed through the halls with their wands, giggling with delight as they watched a tree light up or crystal glow letting them know they scored more points. When we walked into the waterpark, we saw a little boy grab his mom’s hand and pull her toward the water fort tree house as wolf howls blared through the speakers. It had been years since we visited Great Wolf Lodge Williamsburg and it was wonderful to be back. I have fond memories of my kids splashing, swimming and sliding at the large waterpark and heading back to our room with friends after a day of fun.

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Where to Get the Best Food in London With Kids

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Best Food in London

London is one of the greatest cities in the world for foodies. Around every bend you’ll find fabulous food from every corner of the globe.  No matter what your gastric mood,  there’s a restaurant around the corner waiting to tantalize your tastebuds. Since there are so many amazing eateries in the city, we’ve put together our quick guide on where to get the best food in London. And we’ve stuck with kid friendly options, so little ones won’t feel left out of the culinary adventure.

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How to Avoid Discomfort on Your Long Haul Flight

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I don’t think there is anyone on earth who enjoys a long haul flight! However, if we want to enjoy these far-flung destinations then there is very little we can do to avoid them! Whilst many airlines nowadays do as much as they can to make these flights bearable with in-flight entertainment and free refreshments, they can still be somewhat uncomfortable.

Here are a few ways to make your next long haul flight a little more comfortable.

Invest in blue light blocking glasses

One of the most common things to do on a long haul flight is to either use the in-flight entertainment or use a mobile or tablet device to watch your favourite shows. Couple this with the dark lighting of the cabin and you are likely to give yourself extremely sore and tired eyes. Blue light which is emitted by the screens will trick your brain into thinking that it is daytime, so can also play havoc with your sleeping pattern.

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