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Snow, Ice, and Below Freezing Temperatures (oh my!) - 01.27.26
This morning started off cold and early as a cold front was hitting Florida. Jen and I were up early to pack up our belongings and get a quick bite to eat at our resort’s Centertown Market. I ordered the Caribbean Omelet (Ham, Bell Peppers, Onions, Pico de Gallo, and Cheddar served with Breakfast Potatoes) for $11.49. Our breakfast was good and before we knew it we were waiting for the Mears Connect bus to pick us up to go to the airport. At MCO, after we dropped off our chec

Sarah Rodriguez
23 hours ago2 min read


Take a Ride on the Monorail - 01.26.26
Today was an extended day of vacation due to a massive northern snow and ice storm. Since we were able to get through the majority of what we wanted to do in the parks over the past two days we did not feel like an extra Disney Park day was worthwhile. We contemplated going to Universal’s Epic Universe but redirected after breaking down the logistics. We decided to spend our day sleeping in ever so slightly, getting brunch at Chef Mickey’s, completing the monorail bar crawl,

Sarah Rodriguez
6 days ago4 min read


A Day Worthy of a King(dom) - 01.25.26
After a busy first park day, we had a fraction less pep in our step and we did not make rope drop at our first park of the day, Animal Kingdom. We headed straight to Expedition Everest - Legend of the Forbidden Mountain. This was my first time riding and let’s just say that blood, sweat, and tears were involved as I braced myself and faced my fear. From Everest we went to our Lightning Lane at Kilimanjaro Safaris where we had a very active ride. From here we slowed it down wi

Sarah Rodriguez
Feb 93 min read


Stars and FARTs - 01.24.26
Today was our first park day and we were splitting our time between Hollywood Studios and Epcot. Hollywood Studios is Avery’s favorite park due to the more intense rides while my favorite park is Epcot for the World Showcase. We started our day off bright and early by catching the Skyliner over to Hollywood Studios and rope dropping Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance. This ride was less intense than I previously remember, which is a good thing for me as I am not the biggest fa

Sarah Rodriguez
Feb 54 min read


Escaping the North (Disney Bound) - 01.23.26
Our trip began like any good one, early morning and escaping the cold northern weather. My boyfriend, Avery, and I left our home early Friday morning and drove to his parent’s house to pick up his mother as the three of us were headed to Orlando, Florida for an impromptu Disney trip. We flew out of PHL around 11 AM, indulging in a pre-flight mimosa and shared basket of chicken tenders from Chickie's and Pete’s. We landed at MCO around 2 PM and took Mears Connect to our lodgin

Sarah Rodriguez
Feb 33 min read


The Californians - 10.26.25
This was another whirlwind of a trip; two days at Disneyland, two days focused on getting one of my best friends married, and one day, today, to wrap it all up. We started our morning off by slowly peeling our exhausted bodies out of bed and down to the dining area for one last cooked meal from our chef. Our house mom prepared eggs, fruit, sausage, and toast for us which was delicious. Everything that our house mom did was extremely appreciated and the whole experience at th

Sarah Rodriguez
Dec 11, 20252 min read


A Wedding to Remember - 10.25.25
Today was Hannah and Shane’s big day! The villa group ate a delicious breakfast (bacon, eggs, fruit, hashbrowns, and toast) prepared by our chef, then the girls gathered all of their necessities (hair tools, makeup, shoes, dress, etc.) and were driven to the venue's bridal suite. Our getting ready morning was fun and relaxed as we helped each other with hair and makeup. We had lunch prepared for us (croissant sandwiches) along with some snacks that we brought (hummus/pesto pl

Sarah Rodriguez
Dec 9, 20252 min read


Before They Do - 10.24.25
After months of planning and preparing, the wedding weekend was finally here! All of Hannah and Shane’s (along with countless others) hard work lead up to the next 48 hours. We packed up our belongings from Hannah and Shane’s home and then headed over to the wedding venue for the rehearsal run through. The wedding was to be held at Los Willows Wedding Estate in Fallbrook, California. The venue was beautiful with an outdoor garden ceremony space, lake, and large indoor and ou

Sarah Rodriguez
Nov 19, 20252 min read


Welcome to DisneyLAND - 10.23.25
Today was our second full day in California and we were in for a magical time! We were slightly behind with our rope drop enthusiasm to Disneyland Park, but we made up for our sleepy morning in no time. At Disneyland Park we were once again ride focused and used our purchased Lightning Lane Passes to get us back on track. Throughout our day we accomplished the following attractions: Alice in Wonderland, Autopia, Buzz Lightyear Astro Blasters, Disneyland Railroad, Haunted Mans

Sarah Rodriguez
Nov 17, 20252 min read


Adventure is Out There! - 10.22.25
Today was our first full day in California and we were in for an adventure! Avery and I woke up and got ready to rope drop, or close enough to rope drop, Disneyland’s California Adventure. We stayed at the Hampton Inn-Los Angeles Orange County Cypress, CA, which was a quick and easy drive to the parks. At DCA we were ride focused and used our purchased Lightning Lane Passes to give us an advantage on the day. Throughout our day we accomplished the following attractions: The

Sarah Rodriguez
Nov 12, 20253 min read


California, here we come - 10.21.25
Today started out like any other Tuesday, I woke up, got myself ready, and went to work. However, I only went to work for a few hours as this was a special Tuesday. Today was the beginning of Avery, my boyfriend, and I’s California adventure. As previously featured on my blog, this was not my first time in Cali, however, it was Avery’s. After my short workday concluded, I went home, gathered up my luggage, and headed to the Philadelphia International Airport with Avery. We di

Sarah Rodriguez
Nov 10, 20252 min read


This Is Gonna Be Good - 9.21.25
Last day, best day baby! Today I woke up “early” to get breakfast with the girls at Ruby Slippers, 3 of the guys gave up and chose extra sleep and one made it to breakfast with us, it was not Avery. At Ruby Slippers I had the Ruby Mimosa Flight (blueberry lavender, watermelon pomegranate, peach bellini, and blue orange) and the Breakfast Tacos (three grilled tortillas filled with a scramble of eggs, Pico de Gallo, pepper jack, chipotle sour cream, and avocado, served with a s

Sarah Rodriguez
Oct 15, 20251 min read


Gonna Take You There - 9.20.25
I have said it before and I will say it again, when you travel with me more often than not, we are doing just that, traveling, not vacationing. I am hyper aware of my limited time in new places, and I like to make the absolute most out of every second. I want to experience the culture, food, art, history, everything. We did quite that as we were up bright and early as we had things to do and beignets to eat. The four of us (Avery, his friend and his friend’s girlfriend, and m

Sarah Rodriguez
Oct 13, 20254 min read


Down in New Orleans - 9.19.25
My boyfriend Avery and I headed off to our most recent adventure on a Friday afternoon to New Orleans, Louisiana. We were traveling to...

Sarah Rodriguez
Oct 7, 20254 min read


I Leave It Up to You
Exton, PA June 2025 My best friend, Cora, and I recently treated ourselves to Omakase at Bluefin Eagleview. We went into this new...

Sarah Rodriguez
Aug 20, 20254 min read


Here We Go Again - 06.22.25
Rome might not have been built in a day, but Greece was built in a morning… Mamma Mia, Here We Go Again! Hannah’s bridal shower was...

Sarah Rodriguez
Aug 7, 20251 min read


Rest, Relax, Recharge, and Repeat - 06.21.25
This morning and into the early afternoon were slow and peaceful, filled with blue water and sunshine. The bachelorette party went to...

Sarah Rodriguez
Aug 5, 20253 min read


Back to Where It All Began - 06.20.25
As promised, today was our wine tour with Temecula Cable Car Wine Tours. This was my third time on the tour, and I have enjoyed it every...

Sarah Rodriguez
Jul 24, 20253 min read


I Am Back - 06.19.25
When I said that my next trip is just around the corner, I meant it. I left early this morning to fly out to San Diego, California from...

Sarah Rodriguez
Jul 22, 20251 min read


So Long, London - 05.31.25
Our trip has come to an end, like all good things must. Our morning at the hotel was brief as we had an early Uber scheduled. We swiftly...

Sarah Rodriguez
Jul 15, 20252 min read
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