Kingdom Konsultant Travel Blog

Volcano Bay is a 27 acre water theme park, and probably my favorite part of our most recent vacation.   There is something for everyone to enjoy here, whether your goal is to find adventure or total relaxation.   Starting Your Volcano Bay Experience While you can purchase single-day tickets to Volcano Bay, the best bang for your buck is to bundle it with the other theme parks in a 3-Park Ticket.   Guests staying at one of the on-site resorts have an advantage for Volcano Bay:   Early Park Admission!   You can enter the park 1 hour earlier than offsite guests, which means you have more choice for seating and you can hop on the more popular slides with a reduced wait! How Do I Get to Volcano Bay?   Universal's Cabana Bay Resort or Universal's Aventura Resort                                ...

When it comes to dinner, the seating time that you should select for your Disney Cruise is the one that works best for your family. Let's look at the pros and cons of both early and late dining and hopefully that will help you decide! Your show time in the main theater will be based on your dinner seating, so the schedule will work like this: First dinner seating starts at 5:45pm, and goes to the theater for their show at 8:30pm. Second seating will go to their show first, and have dinner at 8:15p.m. Many families with small children find the  second seating to be too late for little ones  to be eating, and they end up selecting the first seating. As a result, second seating typically is easier to get into, and has fewer children in the dining room . This also means that the  Oceaneer's Club tends to have their activities based on the schedule of the earlier dinner .  That's not to say that your children cannot attend if you are in the second seating, ...

Adding the Disney Dining Plan (DDP) to your vacation package is like having an all-inclusive, foodie adventure at Walt Disney World! It lets you pre-pay for meals, so you can simply enjoy your trip without worrying about out-of-pocket costs. Want to get the most bang for your buck out of the DDP? Here are some insider tips to make the most of your dining plan! 'Ohana Breakfast 1. Babies & Toddlers Aren’t Included - On the Dining Plan, little ones under 3 don’t get their own dining plan credits. At non-buffet restaurants, you’ll need to order a separate meal (which isn’t covered) or  let them share from your plate. Bring your own snacks and small meals to supplement them, like food packets, or purchase their favorite side, like macaroni and cheese, or fruit. I like to order a side dish, and then share bits from our plates.  Caribbean Beach Resort  2. Dine Beyond the Parks -  There are SO many restaurants to explore beyond the parks! Some of the best table-service ...

Traveling with a baby can feel like a daunting task--especially if you are solo, but with a little preparation and patience, it can be a rewarding experience for both you and your little one. Whether you're flying across the country or taking a road trip, the key is to plan ahead and remain flexible. Here are some practical tips to help make your journey as smooth as possible. 1. Allow Plenty of Travel Time When you’re traveling with a baby, it’s important to give yourself extra time. Flights, car rentals, and connections can take longer than expected, so be sure to build in some buffer time. Allow at least an hour for layovers to account for any unexpected delays. This extra time gives you a chance to feed, change, and comfort your baby, which can make the entire trip less stressful. 2. Keep Your Tickets and Important Documents Handy While it might seem obvious, keeping your tickets, IDs, and other essential documents easily accessible is critical. When you’re managing a baby, yo...

Is one of your dreams to visit Hawai'i? While Disney’s Aulani Resort is a dream destination for Disney fans, O'ahu has so much more to offer beyond Aulani's walls. From breathtaking beaches and epic hikes, to hidden foodie gems and rich cultural experiences, the island is packed with adventures waiting to be explored. Whether you’re stepping away from Aulani for a day trip or skipping the resort altogether, this guide will take you beyond Mickey and into the heart of Oahu’s true beauty.  Here are some suggestions to make the most of your visit to the gorgeous island of O'ahu: Surfing statue on Waikiki Beach You can stay at one of the breathtaking beach front hotels and enjoy beautiful Waikiki Beach!  Waikiki offers tons of recreation, sightseeing and dining options.  For the more adventurous travelers, there are surf board rentals and lessons available all along the beach.  After you're done riding the waves, take your photo next to the statue of Duke Kahanamo...

When counting down to your Royal Caribbean Cruise Line vacation, there are several milestones you'll experience such as booking excursions, reserving dining and entertainment options, final payment date and completing online check-in.  Online check-in is one of the most exciting milestones because it means you are that much closer to setting sail on your cruise! We're sharing some tips and helpful information about the online check-in process so you're fully prepared before your next Royal Caribbean cruise.  Royal Caribbean's online check-in process begins 45 days prior to your sailing date. If you aren't sure what date that is, the Royal Caribbean app and website will list the exact date for you when you're signed in to your account and have linked your upcoming cruise reservation. Check-in opens shortly after midnight ship time so set a reminder on your calendar so you can complete the process as soon as possible.  You can complete online check-in through th...

On the last day of our Disneyland vacation, my family and I wanted to have breakfast with the characters. We didn’t reserve it 60 days before, but we looked for reservations that morning, and found one for Storyteller’s Cafe located at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa . If you don’t have hotel reservations, you can still park at the hotel with a dining reservation. They will check your name at the security booth. Upon arrival, we checked in with the cast member and waited for our names to be called. The wait didn't take long at all. We got there just in time for breakfast and our experience was enjoyable. They had a yogurt parfait bar, choice of pastries and cereals, a charcuterie platter and smoked salmon bar. For the hot selections, they had oatmeal, an omelet station, bacon, sausage, chili verde chilaquiles (these were delicious) and of course, Mickey waffles. They also had eggs benedict, carved meats, and some delicious french toast. I had a little bit of every...