Coupons, Deals and Activities for Familes
When you live in Iowa, lots of people from outside the state always think you live on the farm, but the truth is I’ve always been a city kid and so have my children. We live in small town Iowa, but within the city limits and while we like living in town it’s always… Continue Reading…
When you’re a kid who lives thousands of miles away from the nearest ocean, all you really know about dolphins, sea life and the beach is what you see on TV and the movies. While yes my kids have been to the beach here in Iowa, its just not the same going to a… Continue Reading…
Over the last month, many of you have been reading about my adventures in Oz. I was fortunate last month to be part of an amazing adventure and much the same way James Franco is swept away from Kansas is this Spring’s blockbuster film, I was swept away to experience the glitz and glamour… Continue Reading…
Last month this Iowa girl was swept up and whisked away to Oz, which is located apparently really close to Pasadena, since I had the amazing opportunity to stay at the world famous Langham Huntington hotel while attending the Oz the Great and Powerful movie premiere. Featured in many TV shows and films… Continue Reading…
Looking for a fun, family getaway here in Iowa that’s not too far from home? To help give us a break from the cold winter weather and being cooped up in the house we recently headed out out Honey Creek Resort at Lake Rathbun here in Iowa. Honey Creek resort is located… Continue Reading…
After months and months of saving we took the plunge last night and did it. We officially booked our airline tickets, hotel and rental car to take the 2 Kids and a Coupon family to Walt Disney World here in a months. While my husband and I have been, our kids have never been, and… Continue Reading…
Once upon a time, not so long ago, my husband and I could throw a couple changes of clothes in a single shared bag and be on the road in minutes for a weekend out of town. These days now that we’re traveling with children, packing and being away from home even for an overnight… Continue Reading…
Do you still need to make last minute travel plans for the holidays? We’re still locking down our plans for the next two weeks. I’m off work (from my non-blogging job) and my husband off is as well. We’ll be traveling to a couple different cities for holiday gatherings and for a bit of… Continue Reading…
No trip to New York would be complete without shopping. The malls are a hot spot, but there’s not much difference between them and the malls around the country. For a unique experience, and for picking up unique items, you want to hit the boutiques. Now, when it comes to boutiques, New York is the… Continue Reading…
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If you’re traveling with children, sometimes finding a great deal on hotel accommodations can be a challenge. Whether you’re looking for hotels in St Paul MN, Orlando Florida or somewhere else this holiday season, Here’s a few tips to save during your next trip. Shop Around Before you book a reservation, be sure to put your… Continue Reading…
A camping trip is the perfect solution for a family holidaying on a budget, and if you’re really thrifty, you can cut down your costs even more. PassSmart’s thrifty guide to camping gives you handy hints and tips to making your money go even further. From stocking up with food beforehand, to making your own… Continue Reading…
We travel a LOT here at 2 Kids and a Coupon. Enough that when my 3 year old wakes up in the morning he regularly asks “Where are we going to today, Mommy?” In addition to my stepdaughter living in another state, our family and friends all also live elsewhere, so we travel often, especially… Continue Reading…
As ski season fast approaches, many people will be wondering where to pitch their ski poles for the best all round adventure. There are hundreds of resorts to choose from around the world and it’s difficult to say which one offers the best experience. However, UK holidaymakers will more than likely be looking towards Europe… Continue Reading…
