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Projects, USA · August 13, 2012

There’s STILL Time To Take That Summer Vacation — Tips to help families “more-imize” their vacations!

With summer almost over, there’s STILL time to get more out of your summer vacation! I look back at all the great activities we participated in, and the travel that my family and I got to experience and am truly grateful for all the new memories that we will be able to remember for the rest of our lives. This is probably the first time our family has been able to travel often in the Summer, and now that our babies have become active toddlers – we really wanted them to experience diversity in this world that you won’t find by staying in the same town. We took advantage of time off and still balancing our careers/work schedules by taking 3-4 day weekends and sitting back to enjoy the world around us. We didn’t stick to a strict itinerary because we understand how unfocused children become with too many things coming at them all at once. We really wanted to see them bask in their environment and their surroundings and observe the people and events going on around them.

You’re probably thinking, “That sounds so nice. I wish I could have done that!” I encourage you to look at your calendar and make time for that 3-4 day weekend getaway – you still have a few weeks left of warm fun in the sun, and let’s not forget that Labor Day is coming up! In fact, you don’t even have to spend a lot of time researching the best family-friendly hotels, because Embassy Suites is hands down your absolute most convenient and accommodating alternative! Even though I participating in this blog review, I love Embassy Suites so much, that I decided to stay again at their Anaheim location near DisneyLand (California). The experience was equally great, and the location was still just as convenient. You still have time to make those memories, so don’t spend another second dreaming and take action. Your family will thank you for it later!

Here’s a peek at our Embassy Suites in Anaheim (near DisneyLand) 

We all know how valuable word-of-mouth referrals are! I can honestly say that I’ve recommended Embassy Suites to at least 10 friends who were seeking family-friendly travel tips, and they’ve all either booked or already stayed at Embassy Suites and they’re pleased with their overall experience too.

Don’t just take it from me! Embassy Suites has partnered with Dr. Susan Biali, a health and happiness expert and the author of Live a Life You Love: 7 Steps to a Healthier, Happier, More Passionate You, to help families “more-imize” their vacations this summer.

Check out Embassy Suite’s website for more information about locations, prices, and amenities! You can also stay up-to-date on happening by following Embassy Suites on Twitter @EmbassySuites or on Facebook!

I wrote this review while participating in an Ambassador Program by Mom Central Consulting on behalf of Embassy Suites Hotels and received a one-night complimentary stay at an Embassy Suites Hotel to facilitate my reviews and a promotional item to thank me for taking the time to participate.

Posted By: Daisy Teh · In: Projects, USA

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