This is a first for Peyton, staying at a Hampton Inn. She's never been to one before and she's super excited. We are staying at the Hampton Inn in Shakopee, Minnesota and taking in a few of the fun fall activities there are to do around town. The Hampton Inn is conveniently located right off of 169 and 13. This also makes it a great place to stay if you are thinking of staying a weekend in Shakopee and taking in some of the attractions like Valley Fair, Murphy's Landing, Canterbury Downs or ...
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First Thoughts on CMX Market Cinema Experience at Mall of America
Peyton and I have been waiting for the Mall fo America to open it's theaters back up since the day they closed them. There is nothing like taking a break from the craziness of the mall and watching a movie. And finally, after years of no theaters, we have them again! CMX Market Cinema Experience recently opened at Mall of America on the 4th level. It's in the exact same place as the previous movie theaters but heavily renovated. With all the hype of this new movie theater being an experience ...
What’s New at Valleyfair for 2018
Growing up, the annual trip to Valleyfair in Shakopee, Minnesota was a day we all looked forward to. Every year there is always something new at Valleyfair. We'd usually go once with family and once with school. I have many fond memories of those trips. Now, that I am a mom, I take Peyton to Valleyfair every year. And every year there is always something new to see and experience. Valleyfair does a great job at keeping the park fresh and fun for all members of the family. This weekend, Peyton ...
A Day of Play with Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota
When I first heard Great Wolf Lodge was coming to Minnesota I'll admit, I was super excited! Great Wolf Lodge is known to have some of the best family fun activities. Did you see I mentioned activities? As in plural. Great Wolf Lodge is much much more than a water park. They have something for everyone in the family and the one they opened in Minnesota, Great Wolf Lodge Minnesota has some features that other Great Wolf Lodges do not. Peyton and I had the opportunity to bring a friend and check ...
An Afternoon at the Minnesota Ice Castle in Stillwater
The Minnesota Ice Castle is back in Stillwater, Minnesota! It's been open for a little over a week and they are loving this cold weather! We decided to spend a little time at the Castle this past weekend and wanted to share. Here are a few tips and tricks to help make your visit more enjoyable! First, dress for the cold. Remember, the Minnesota Ice Castle is right off the St. Croix River, it gets pretty windy and chilly there. Plus, you are walking on crushed ice and snow so be sure to wear ...
The Ice Castles are Now Open in Stillwater!
Last year, I took the family and extended family out to the Ice Castles in Stillwater, Minnesota. With our crazy weather, it wasn't open that long so I'm glad we were able to take all the kids and go. Besides being an absolutely beautiful experience it is also a freezing cold experience! Last year, it was so cold the night we went that we didn't stay long but what little time we did have before it became too cold was amazing and rememberable. The kids loved running through the tunnels, ...