Category Archives: Trip Report

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

Foodie Friday: Eating at The Orange Tree Pub

Posted on May 29, 2020 by Dis-LEE

Who’s up for a food-based post? I hope you’re hungry, because the British like them some big portions! First, let’s look at the venue: This Gastropub is located at 7 Totteridge Village, London, England. It holds a 4.1 Star rating … Continue reading →

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Events: The Science Behind Pixar Travelling Animation Exhibit

Posted on May 27, 2020 by Dis-LEE

We had a Rootin’ Tootin’ good time at The Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan back in October of 2017. Pixar had come to town to teach one and all about the science behind how everyone’s favorite animated classics are … Continue reading →

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Places: Portobello Road, Portobello Road

Posted on May 24, 2020 by Dis-LEE

“Street where the riches of ages are stowed. Anything and everything a chap can unload, is sold off the barrow in Portobello road.” Yes, “you’ll find what you want in the Portobello road!” But we didn’t. My wife and I … Continue reading →

Posted in Attractions, Excursions, History, Movies, Music, Places, Travel, Trip Report | Tagged Bedknobs and Broomsticks, England, Places, Portobello Market, Portobello Road, Sherman Brothers, Songs, Travel | 2 Comments

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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Places: The Brevard Zoo in Melbourne, Florida

Posted on July 13, 2015 by Dis-LEE

Today we are discussing a wonderful zoo that your family needs to visit: It seems funny for me to be a part of this loop because I don’t usually enjoy zoos. Disney’s Animal Kingdom is a rare exception, and the … Continue reading →

Posted in Places, Trip Report, Zoos | Tagged Brevard Zoo, Disney's Animal Kingdom, Family Adventure, Florida, Parrots, Places, Steam Trains, Zoos | 9 Comments