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    Best Shopping in Anchorage, Alaska (What Stores to Visit)

    Want to go shopping in Anchorage, Alaska, while you’re visiting the city? Here’s a guide on what stores to visit in Anchorage, and ones I would recommend based on multiple trips to this city. Here’s our shopping guide to Anchorage, Alaska.   Planning an Alaska Trip? Here’s what to do:  Stores To Visit in Anchorage, Alaska Note that if we put in the times in the stores below, they are all Alaska time. Grizzly’s Gifts Address: 501 W 4th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501Hours: Open daily from 9 am to 8 pmWhat I bought here: Scrimshaw earrings in ancient ivory Pro Tip: If you’re staying at the Historic Anchorage Hotel, let…

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    Planning for our honeymoon through Alaska, I casually looked at Google Maps on our route from Anchorage to Denali. I saw that there’s this Reindeer Farm in Palmer, around 50 minutes north of Anchorage. The Palmer Reindeer Farm is a short detour through our road trip from Anchorage to Denali National Park. I like animals, so I’m like, why not? I’ve never been close to reindeer so here’s my chance. Here’s what to expect when visiting the Reindeer Farm in Palmer, Alaska.  Looking to stay in the Palmer area? Here are a few suggestions: (affiliate links – thank you for supporting our blog) Here’s a few more suggestions on Alaska…

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    There’s a new attraction in Daytona Beach, and one we’re particularly excited to visit. It’s the Daytona Aquarium and Rainforest Adventure! Kids (and adults), will have a good time looking at the animal exhibits and even interacting with some of the animals! Looking for more Daytona Beach Posts? Looking for hotels in Daytona Beach? Here are a few suggestions: Daytona Beach Hotels (Booking.com)Daytona Beach Hotels (Expedia.com)Hyatt Place Daytona Beach (Beachfront) – Expedia.com Above are affiliate links. By clicking on these links, you help our little site earn a little commission, at no extra cost to you! How much are tickets to the Daytona Aquarium?  $29 for adults $25 for children ages…

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    8 Best Things to Do in Knoxville with Kids

    Knoxville is the city that hosted the World’s Fair in 1982. Its downtown is cute, with plenty of restaurants and shops to visit. Its proximity to the Great Smoky Mountains and the touristy towns near it makes it a good starting or end base for exploring the area. Here is a list of 8 things to do in Knoxville, TN with Kids.  Here’s a list of articles we recommend visiting with kids:  Market Square: The Best Thing To Visit In Knoxville Address: 12 Market Sq, Knoxville, TN 37902Hours: Hours Vary depending on whether you’re shopping, dining, or just going to the parksPrice: Varies.  On Wednesdays from 9 am to 12…

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I'm Ruby. Originally from Manila, Philippines. My husband is Peter, and he's originally from Bratislava, Slovakia. Our little one is Alex, and he's a third-culture kid born in the US to immigrant parents. We aim to see the world one weekend and vacation day at a time so come along for the journey. You can read more About Us on our page.

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