Lisa O'Driscoll, Do It All TravelingMom, Author at Traveling Mom

5 Disney Splurges That Are Totally Worth The Money

Posted by Lisa O'Driscoll, Do It All TravelingMom | May 22, 2017 | 0 |

Planning a trip to Walt Disney World? Chances are you’ve read plenty of articles on how to save money on your Disney vacation. However, a trip like this is the experience of a lifetime and sometimes it’s worth it to spend a few extra dollars. These five Disney splurges are popular for good reason and will make your special trip even more magical and memorable. It’s well known that a trip to Disney can get expensive. While there are plenty of ways to save money on your vacation, sometimes it’s more fun to give in and make it memorable with a special experience. From...

The Complete Guide To Disney Character Dining

Posted by Lisa O'Driscoll, Do It All TravelingMom | May 9, 2017 | 1 |

Planning a Walt Disney World vacation? Character dining is one experience you don’t want to miss! But the choices can be overwhelming. Do It All TravelingMom breaks it all down with prices, locations, availability and character choices to help you decide which Disney character dining experience is best for your family. When we planned our first Walt Disney World vacation, character dining was at the top of our list. At four years old, my oldest daughter’s world revolved around the Disney princesses. I knew she’d be excited to eat breakfast with them at Cinderella’s Royal Table so I hopped on the phone to book...

Hotel Review: Stay In A LEGO House At The New LEGOLAND Beach Retreat

Posted by Lisa O'Driscoll, Do It All TravelingMom | Apr 22, 2017 | 15 |

Ever wonder what it would be like to stay in a LEGO house? Now when you visit the new LEGOLAND Beach Retreat, you can do just that. With colorful decor, hideaway rooms, and plenty of places to play, find out why this is the place you’ll want to stay when you take your next LEGOLAND vacation (and why you may need to bring a penny for a coin toss). Hotel Review: Stay In A LEGO House At The New LEGOLAND Beach Retreat My girls and I were very excited to visit the new LEGOLAND Beach Retreat in Orlando, Florida. We’d seen...

How To Have The Best Family Vacation In Pasco County Florida

Posted by Lisa O'Driscoll, Do It All TravelingMom | Apr 19, 2017 | 0 |

Are you looking for a Florida vacation destination where you can avoid the crowds but still have plenty of fun activities to enjoy? Pasco County, Florida may not be the first place that comes to mind, but with great waterfront dining, plenty of fun, family activities and great places to stay, this destination just north of Tampa is one of Florida’s best kept secrets. When we were planning a last minute spring break getaway, we wanted a spot that had lots to do but wouldn’t be overrun with the spring break crowds. I’d met someone from Pasco County, Florida, a few months earlier who...

11 Things You’ll Love About A Visit To Gatorland Orlando

Posted by Lisa O'Driscoll, Do It All TravelingMom | Mar 28, 2017 | 0 |

If you think you know Gatorland Orlando, think again. One of the first theme parks in Orlando, it was once nothing more than a roadside attraction where tourists could stop and snap a few alligator pictures to bring home and show their friends. However, over the years, it’s grown into so much more. Yes, gator wrestling is still one of the highlights, but a walk through the alligator breeding marsh is just as exciting. Find out why you should add Gatorland Orlando to the itinerary when planning your next Florida vacation. 11 Things You’ll Love About A Visit To Gatorland...

7 Amazing Things You’ll See On The Harry Potter Studios Tour In London

Posted by Lisa O'Driscoll, Do It All TravelingMom | Mar 15, 2017 | 0 |

Planning a trip to London? The Harry Potter Studios Tour might not be the first attraction that comes to mind, but it’s definitely one that you should consider adding to your must-see list. From actual movie sets and props to the magic of special effects, there’s no shortage of amazing things to see. And you don’t even have to be a Harry Potter fan to enjoy them. Visiting the Harry Potter Studios Tour in London When I booked a trip to London, I made plans to revisit traditional attractions like Big Ben and The Tower Of London. I also planned to see...

Top 5 Reasons To Experience Disney’s Animal Kingdom At Night

Posted by Lisa O'Driscoll, Do It All TravelingMom | Mar 7, 2017 | 0 |

Don’t forget to include Animal Kingdom at night when you’re planning your next Disney World itinerary. It used to be that a visit to the Disney theme parks included a trip to Animal Kingdom during the day, then it was off to the other parks for the fireworks and other popular nighttime attractions. Find out why this is no longer the case and the top 5 reasons that a visit to Animal Kingdom at night should be high on your to-do list! It used to be that whenever we visited the Disney theme parks, we’d do Animal Kingdom during...

7 Of The Best Reasons To Take A Kid Free Vacation on a Walt Disney Cruise

Posted by Lisa O'Driscoll, Do It All TravelingMom | Feb 24, 2017 | 1 |

Ready to take a kid free vacation? You might think that a Walt Disney Cruise is just for families but you’d be surprised at how much fun it can be for adults. From wine tastings to relaxing on the adults only beach at Castaway Cay, there are some compelling arguments for hopping aboard a Walt Disney Cruise without the kids. 7 Of The Best Reasons To Take A Kid Free Vacation on a Walt Disney Cruise Think a Walt Disney Cruise is just for kids? That’s what I thought until I grabbed a friend and climbed aboard the Disney Wonder for...

9 Fun Things To Do With Kids At The New Disney Springs Florida

Posted by Lisa O'Driscoll, Do It All TravelingMom | Feb 5, 2017 | 1 |

Taking a family vacation to Orlando, Florida? Do it All TravelingMom shares why Disney Springs Florida is the perfect way to spend an afternoon when you’re taking a break from the theme parks. Get lost inside the enormous World Of Disney Store or build a personalized light saber at the Star Wars Galactic Outpost. And there’s the chance to catch a glimpse of the world’s most famous sea monster! Think your kids would like a sweet treat from a walk-up cupcake ATM? How about watching a classic car splash into the water and transform into a boat before their eyes? These are just...

Family Friendly Restaurants in Jacksonville, Florida

Posted by Lisa O'Driscoll, Do It All TravelingMom | Jan 15, 2017 | 0 |

Heading to Jacksonville, Florida for a family vacation? You’re going to need to eat! Do It All TravelingMom shares her favorite family friendly restaurants in Jacksonville, Florida From fresh seafood at the edge of Jacksonville Beach to Popsicle Mimosas downtown, Jacksonville restaurants offer a variety of tempting food and drink. Find out which spots you can’t miss and which ones might not be the best choice for picky eaters. The fun in exploring a new vacation spot is scoping out delicious new places to eat, and that’s exactly my family did in Jacksonville, Florida. We had plenty to choose from, starting with old...