Tag Archives: Trip Report

Places: Stonehenge in Wiltshire, England

Posted on October 29, 2022 by Dis-LEE

Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument on Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, England. Archaeologists believe that Stonehenge was constructed from 3000 BC to 2000 BC. The site has been legally protected since 1882 but didn’t become an official heritage site until 1986. Stonehenge is not one of the original … Continue reading →

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Places: Malahat Skywalk and Spiral Tower

Posted on September 26, 2021 by Dis-LEE

We continue our look at the sights and wonders of Vancouver Island with a visit to the newest attraction to be added to the many things to do and see, officially opened to the public on Thursday, July 15, 2021 … Continue reading →

Posted in Attractions, Excursions, Places, Travel, Trip Report, Vacation Planning, Videos | Tagged Adventure Net, Attractions, British Columbia, Excursions, Malahat Skywalk, Places, Spiral Slide, Spiral Tower, Travel, Tree Walk, Trip Report, Vacation Planning, Vancouver Island, Videos | Leave a comment

Things: Triangle Island Lighthouse in BC

Posted on September 13, 2021 by Dis-LEE

You would have found this little would-be lifesaver about 50 km (30 miles) off the northern tip of Vancouver Island on Triangle Island. Donald Graham said that “Triangle Island conjures up savage weather, disaster, and death – complete and utter … Continue reading →

Posted in Attractions, History, Museums, Things, Trip Report | Tagged Attractions, British Columbia, History, Lighthouse, Museums, Sooke Region Museum, Things, Triangle Island, Trip Report | Leave a comment

Places: WALT DISNEY’S BIRTHPLACE in Chicago, IL

Posted on November 18, 2016 by Dis-LEE

Do you have a Disney Bucket List? So far we’ve managed to visit both North American parks, we’ve taken a Disney cruise, attended a Disney press event (and saw John Lasseter), and now we have been able to add a … Continue reading →

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Taking Silly Pictures at Disney

Posted on March 10, 2016 by Dis-LEE

We have now taken 8 Disney vacations together as a married couple (I have gone to Walt Disney World twice as a child with my family). We hope to take our 9th trip together this coming November, but we haven’t … Continue reading →

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Places: Weeki Wachee Springs State Park in Florida

Posted on February 15, 2016 by Dis-LEE

Today we are looking back on a visit we made to an unusual theme park that would be perfect for your next family adventure. Welcome aboard! W E E K I W A C H E E S P R … Continue reading →

Posted in Attractions, Excursions, Places, Travel, Trip Report, Vacation Planning | Tagged Buccaneer Bay, Don Knotts, Excursions, Fish Tails, Florida, Mermaid Theater, Places, River Boat Cruise, Roadside Attractions, The Incredible Mr. Limpet, The Little Mermaid, Travel, Trip Report, Vacation Planning, Weeki Wachee Springs | 9 Comments

Disney Cruise Line Wine Selection

Posted on September 19, 2015 by Dis-LEE

Our first (and only) Disney Cruise didn’t turn out the way we had hoped. And we are unlikely to ever shell out the serious cash to take one again. But there were highlights to the adventure! One was the booze. … Continue reading →

Posted in Disney Cruise Line, Food, Travel, Trip Report | Tagged 25th Wedding Anniversary, Asti, Beringer, California Chardonnay, Disney Cruise Line, Food, Italy, Martini & Rossi, Piedmont, Stone Cellars, Travel, Trip Report, Wine | Leave a comment

Canada’s Wonderland Vs. Disney Parks

Posted on September 7, 2015 by Dis-LEE

Only one mountain, but it’s a doozy! When amusement parks go head to head, it’s very hard to pick a clear winner. Any determination will be highly subjective and depend entirely on the taste of the reviewer. The purpose of … Continue reading →

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Disney’s Castaway Cay Snapshots

Posted on March 10, 2015 by Dis-LEE

Although our first and only visit to Disney’s Castaway Cay was almost completely washed out, we still had a few moments to walk around and take pictures before the rains hit. And when I walk around a picturesque spot… I … Continue reading →

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Disney Cruise Line – Disney Wonder Artwork

Posted on January 23, 2015 by Dis-LEE

While aboard the Disney Wonder, we had plenty of time to wander around and take in the Art Deco (masculine) and Art Nouveau (Feminine) styling as well as the great artwork. This artwork was found on almost every wall and … Continue reading →

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