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Belmont Park Adventure in Mission Bay

When we were staying at the Bahia Hotel in Mission Bay, Belmont Park was seen across the way. Sure we could walk over, but have you seen my sister-in-law’s itinerary?? We were on a “tight” and I mean “tight” schedule. After all, they were touring sunny SoCal in one week remember? With a couple of hours to play before dinner, we drove ourselves over. =) Belmont Park/(c) Let’s Play OC! Hot Tip: As you soon as you decide it’s on your “To-Do”, sign up to receive coupons HERE. The one that we were especially looking for was RUSH Laser Tag and shortly after I registered my email, I scored this: … READ MORE >>

Butterfly Jungle Adventure 2013 San Diego Zoo Safari Park

This week we were lucky to check out the Butterfly Jungle at San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Every year guests can walk among thousands of butterflies through the Safari Parks Hidden Jungle. KNOW BEFORE YOU GO: Butterfly Jungle is included with admission to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. Here for a limited time through April 7th. Allow time for parking. There is a self-serve kiosk to purchase tickets. Don’t want to wait hours in line? Be sure to pick up your FREE Timed Tickets at the front entrance, or at the booth across from Hidden Jungle. They’ll allow you to show up at a specific reserved time. Time slots … READ MORE >>

Wrightslaw Books Helped Me Navigate IEP’s| An Event by @SDAutismSociety @CatamaranResort

Earlier this month, some friends of mine and I from Orange County took a mini-trip to San Diego to attend a Wrightslaw Special Education Law Seminar hosted by Autism Society San Diego. We were planning this for months because Wrightslaw Seminars are hardly ever in SoCal. The event was sold out within 2 months! Don’t worry – I’m not going to get into it with law terminology, because it might not pertain to you. I’m just going to share how these books have helped my journey and why this Seminar added value to having those books. “A good education is the most important gift you can give to your child.” … READ MORE >>

Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa

Written in collaboration with Catamaran Resort. Opinions are our own. All images copyrighted by Mission Bay Hotels. Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa is a Polynesian-themed resort located about 8 miles from San Diego International Airport and close to nearby popular attractions like SeaWorld San Diego (3 miles), San Diego Zoo (12 miles) and LEGOLAND California (28 miles). FUN FACTS: “The San Diego hotel and its surrounding area was originally the summer estate of the Scripps family which they called Braemar. Mrs. Scripps, matriarch of the family, envisioned a simple yet elegant home, a place where the family could enjoy wonderful ocean breezes and comfortable starry nights. The family eventually abandoned … READ MORE >>

FUN Holiday Drop and Shop Day via Autism Tree (Fundraiser)

You know how hard it is to shop with little ones in tow during the holidays. Now imagine doing it with a special needs child with Autism. Autism Tree Project Foundation (ATPF) is hosting a fun Holiday Drop and Shop Day in December for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) along with their siblings. They will be engaged in fun, sensory-friendly activities including group music therapy, arts & crafts, and playtime. Saturday December 8, 2012 10:30am-1:30pm Addie’s AutismFITT Club in Mission Valley 7850 Mission Center Court #100 San Diego, CA 92108 Reserve your spot today! Cost: $25 for one child, $15 for each add’l child (Ages 3 and up – … READ MORE >>

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