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What to Know About Disneyland in May

Our post about visiting Disneyland in October is wildly popular, so we’ve decided to follow up with info about Disneyland in May. Let’s make a whole series of it! Visiting Disneyland every month out of the year is a tough job, I know, but someone has to do it.

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Balboa Park San Diego with Kids

Having lived in San Diego for about ten years now, we’re Balboa Park San Diego veterans. I remember walking around the park until labor started with my first son! It’s been a go-to entertainment spot for our family. From homeschool friends to out-of-town guests, there’s something for everyone here.

Truck Bed CAMPER SHELL: What to Know

Chelsea and I use our Ford powerstroke and SnugTop OUTBACK camper shell to explore the western United States with our four sons. This is how we use our truck bed camper shell and why we made the decision to use SnugTop.

The Flexible Travel Laptop for Families On the Go

I’ve talked about having a personal computer separate from my work computer, using kids messenger programs, and even trying voice control with TV. We’re BIG on tech around here. Having a travel laptop dedicated to being used on the road, though? That’s a hot topic. It’s controversial to integrate a screen into a vacation. Most families think this time should be devoted to personal connections. Here’s how our travel laptop helps us learn more, have more fun, and free up more time to spend together.

How to Have the Best Disneyland Christmas EVER

We always kick off the festive season with a Disneyland Christmas visit. It’s technically called Disneyland Holidays, but my family calls it Disneyland Christmas so we’re just gonna roll with that here. This is a HUGE tradition for us, and I feel pretty knowledgeable after visiting for years. If any of you are looking to celebrate the season in Disney style, here are my pro tips!