Renee Virata, Military TravelingMom, Author at Traveling Mom

Everything You Need to Know About Low Cost Airlines

Posted by Renee Virata, Military TravelingMom | Jul 28, 2018 | 1 |

Low cost airlines offer a way to travel on the cheap — provided you understand how the system works! From baggage fees to reward credit cards, our Military TravelingMom, a frequent flyer on budget airlines, tells you what you need to know before you book on Frontier Airlines, Allegiant Airlines and Spirit Airlines. Editor’s note: This post contains affliate links. If you click through and buy, TravelingMom gets a small commission. Everything You Need to Know About Low Cost Carriers As a military family, we travel frequently, especially now that my husband is stationed on the other side of...

8 Money Saving Military Discounts at Disney World

Posted by Renee Virata, Military TravelingMom | Jul 25, 2018 | 19 |

Missed birthdays and holidays combined with long deployments makes vacations priceless for military families. Disney understands time is valuable and offers fabulous discounts to help make family vacations more attainable. Our Military TravelingMom shares who and where offers the best military discounts at Disney World. 8 Military Discounts at Disney 1. Disney World Tickets 2. Disney World Resort Hotels 3. Disney’s Memory Maker 4. Disney Special Event Parties 5. Shades of Green Resort 6. Entertainment outside of the parks 7. Dining at Disney Springs 8. Shopping Disney Springs Being a military wife for over 10 years, I know how...

The Ultimate Guide to FastPass+ at Walt Disney World

Posted by Renee Virata, Military TravelingMom | Jul 23, 2018 | 8 |

Disney prides itself on working to create the most memorable vacation experiences for their guests, so it shouldn’t come as a surprise that helping to reduce the amount of time that visitors wait in line to experience the attractions is a priority. But what is Disney’s Fastpass+ and how does it work? How can Disney newbies as well as veterans – make the system work to their advantage? Our Military TravelingMom has the answers to 19 of the most asked questions about Disney World’s Fastpass+ plus some valuable Disney fastpass tips. What is Disney’s Fastpass+? Disney’s Fastpass+ is a...

9 Awesome Things to Do in Council Bluffs with Kids

Posted by Renee Virata, Military TravelingMom | Jun 24, 2018 | 0 |

Located in Pottawattamie County running north to south on the Missouri River, Council Bluffs, Iowa, has fun filled activities that will keep the whole family entertained for days. Stand in two states at once and go earthcaching through the hills at the nature center, then go directly to jail – The Squirrel Cage Jail that is! Our Military TravelingMom says there are a million things to do in Council Bluffs, but she narrowed it down to her top 9 things to do in Council Bluffs for kids. 9 Awesome Things to Do in Council Bluffs with Kids 1. Tom Hanafan...

Discover One of the Best Beaches in Southern California for Families

Posted by Renee Virata, Military TravelingMom | May 13, 2018 | 2 |

San Diego, California, offers an abundance of sunshine, warm temperatures year-round and 70 miles of glorious coastline. Nestled in the hills lies the neighborhood of La Jolla where sandy beaches – find out why our Military TravelingMom says it’s one of the best beaches in Southern California for families. Discover the Best Beaches in Southern California for Families With tweens and a teen in the house, it’s unusual for everyone to agree on anything, but hitting the beach is something they all enjoy. And lucky, for them (and my sanity) we live within minutes from 10 or more beaches....

4 Reasons Why Solvang is the Perfect California Getaway

Posted by Renee Virata, Military TravelingMom | May 7, 2018 | 3 |

Hidden in the hills of California lies the picturesque city of Solvang. As the sister city of Alborg, Denmark, Solvang embraces the Danish culture with gorgeous architecture and delectable Danish cuisine. On their anniversary road trip, Military TravelingMom stopped at this small village. Here are 4 reasons why she says Solvang is the perfect California getaway. Things to do in Solvang, California On our quest for unique places to stop on our anniversary road trip to San Francisco, a friend recommended Solvang. After a little research, this little Danish town seemed like the perfect way to kick off our anniversary....

13 of the Best Orlando Military Discounts

Posted by Renee Virata, Military TravelingMom | Apr 30, 2018 | 0 |

Orlando, Florida is a top vacation destination for families, especially military families. But it can be cost prohibitive for some. Deals, coupons and military discounts are great ways to help keep the cost down. Our Military TravelingMom has gathered her favorite Orlando area savings including Universal Studios military discounts and more. 13 of the Best Orlando Area Military Discounts 1. Universal Studios 2. SeaWorld 3. Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens 4. Busch Gardens Tampa Bay 5. Kennedy Space Center 6. Medieval Times Dinner Show 7. LEGOLand 8. Blue Man Group 9. AMC Theater 10. Crayola Experience 11. The Escape...

8 Must Haves to Survive the Heat at Disney World

Posted by Renee Virata, Military TravelingMom | Mar 19, 2018 | 1 |

Number one Disney planning trip – “Don’t go during summer!” But sometimes visiting Walt Disney World Resort during the hot summer months is unavoidable. Unfortunately, a dream vacation can go downhill fast when you add in heat and humidity to a crowded theme park. Our Quick Weekender TravelingMom has put together the ultimate packing list that guarantees you’ll survive the heat at Disney World. Traveling Mom uses affiliate links that may pay us if you purchase through them. Thanks for your support. 8 Must-Pack Items to Survive the Heat at Disney World 1. Mister spray bottle 2. Tylenol/Excedrin 3. Hydro Flask...

What to Pack in Your Tweens Carry On

Posted by Renee Virata, Military TravelingMom | Mar 16, 2018 | 0 |

Do you have a 10 – 12 year old? Those tween years can be tough. No longer a little kid, but not quite a teenager. Their likes and dislikes change rapidly leaving parents clueless. So, when vacation time rolls around what goes into their carry on? Our Military TravelingMom solves the problem with these tweens carry on packing tips. Traveling Mom uses affiliate links that may pay us if you purchase through them. Thanks for your support. Tweens Carry On Packing Tips 1. Tablet/Cell Phone 2. Handheld Video Games 3. Portable Battery Charger 4. Headphones 5. EarPlanes 6. Snacks...

New Orleans Mardi Gras – Not Just for Adults!

Posted by Renee Virata, Military TravelingMom | Jan 11, 2018 | 2 |

New Orleans and Mardi Gras brings to mind images of drunken debauchery, nudity and an excess of wickedness. It doesn’t necessarily make you think “kid friendly.” But wait! Our Military TravelingMom shares her guide to family friendly Mardi Gras. New Orleans Mardi Gras – Not Just for Adults When orders came that we were moving to New Orleans my first thought was – Mardi Gras! But then reality set in and I remembered that I had kids. How could I subject them to the Mardi Gras I’ve seen portrayed on television? Our first year in New Orleans we stuck...