SeaWorld is an amusement park with a marine theme. It's home to Shamu, the world's most famous killer whale, and a host of other aquatic creatures. If you're planning a visit with your family, here's what you can expect. First, there are plenty of rides and attractions to keep everyone entertained. You can also see shows featuring dolphins, whales, and sea lions. And don't forget the aquariums - they're some of the largest in the country. So grab your SeaWorld tickets and experience the excitement that is SeaWorld! SeaWorld Orlando is, by far, one of the most popular tourist destinations, and with good reason. The theme park focuses heavily on marine life. It's best known for its incredible aquatic shows that people from areas across the country and worldwide look forward to … [Read more...]
Free Military Welcome Home Banners And Signs
Is someone special in your life coming home from the military? If so, you probably want to greet them in a way that will show them how much you appreciate their service and have missed them since they’ve been gone. Did you know that it’s possible to get free military welcome home banners and signs to hold and put out on display for your loved ones to see? If not, be sure to check out this list of incredible places that offer such a wonderful welcome home gift. We all know about the freebies for active-duty military, retired military, and veterans on Veterans day but there are a few freebies available all year round including free wedding dresses and free military welcome home banners. Where do you buy military welcome home banners? BuildASign and eSign are two great places to … [Read more...]
Veteran’s Day Freebies and Discounts
For the brave few that have served, by putting their life on the line for this great country that we love, this Veterans Day, we honor and say “thank you!” To show appreciation for your courageous sacrifice, several local businesses throughout the country are offering discounts, free meals, and other great freebies on that day to all Veterans and active-duty service members. Veterans Day Discounts and Freebies These are just a few of the many places that you can go on November 11th to take advantage of those deals and thank you again from the bottom of all our hearts. Related: Free School Supplies for Military Families Restaurants Applebee’s - This Veterans Day, Applebee’s is offering off of their exclusive menu, a complimentary … [Read more...]
Amazing Military Discounts You Didn’t Know About (But Should)
While in the military, you gave a lot. Your family also gave a lot to this country. A lot of companies and businesses recognize that military families and individuals have given a lot, which is why they offer military discounts. Check out these websites that help extend deals and savings to those in the military. Amazing Military Discounts You Didn't Know About Military Travel Discounts As a military person or family, you may find yourself wanting to travel. Make sure you check out these military deals, totally worth it. Ebates One of my favorite ways to save is through Ebates. As a military family, they offer deals that you can’t find anywhere else. Not only do you get military discounts, but you can also earn cashback. ID.Me Whether you want to buy … [Read more...]
DAV Spare Change: Rounding Up For a Good Cause
This post was sponsored by DAV. All opinions are my own. #DAV #DonatetoDAV Ever since I was a child, I’d hear stories about my great grandfather and his time in the military. I loved hearing all the stories, and I always thought about the many veterans who’ve served for our country, only to end up in need years later. When I heard about the DAV Spare Change program, I couldn’t help but look into it a bit further to find out how it worked and what it would do for veterans, especially those who could use the extra support during trying times. Upon researching the program, I found out that I could make purchases as I normally would, round up to the nearest dollar, and donate my spare change to a good cause for veterans. Rounding Up With Ease If you’re anything like me, … [Read more...]
Deployments Now a Little Easier with New Verizon Care Smart
This post is sponsored by Verizon. All opinions are my own. Verizon recently released its Care SmartWatch that makes tech simple for seniors and those who may have trouble using traditional smartwatches. The affordable electronic device makes deployments a little easier by making staying in touch simple, convenient, and fun. If you have a loved one who is deployed and is currently hundreds or thousands of miles away from you, Verizon’s Care SmartWatch can make all the difference for you. If you are the one deploying, you may want to make sure that your family members have access to this watch to stay in steady communication with you. Deploying with Elderly Loved Ones at Home Deployment is difficult for military personnel for a number of reasons, but one of the reasons is … [Read more...]
5 Tips on Advancing Your Career and Managing Your Finances as a Military Spouse
If you’re a fellow military spouse and have lived through a PCS (or several!) you are likely no stranger to the challenges that come along with the territory. Having a career or climbing up the job ladder can be especially challenging when you are uprooted every few years due to changing military orders. So let's check out this education for military spouse tips. 5 Tips on Advancing Your Career and Managing Your Finances as a Military Spouse While this is something that is inherent in the military lifestyle, it doesn’t have to be one that permanently prevents you from reaching your goals or making the most of a situation that is possibly less ideal or one you did not personally prefer. Additionally, you are probably used to being the one who manages the household … [Read more...]
Giving Tuesday & Supporting the USO
“This post was sponsored by the USO. All opinions are my own.” After all of the Christmas presents are bought and the weekend has come and gone, it’s time to reflect on Giving Tuesday. If you don’t know about the USO, they have a mission to strengthen service members and they do this by keeping them connected to their family, home, and country. This is all done throughout their service to the nation. Force Behind the Forces® The USO has a desire for all military supporters to join Force Behind the Forces®. This means that the USO has a deep desire to connect service members and their families to their homes. They want to connect service members to their families no matter where they serve. There is no doubt that all service members and military families … [Read more...]
What a Westgate Resorts Military Weekend Includes
I was hosted for the Military Weekend at Westgate Resorts in Orlando to conduct my review. All opinions remain my own. We were recently invited to a weekend at Westgate Resorts for Military Weekend in 2019. This was an amazing weekend, packed full of fun events. When we arrived on Friday, and there were so many events planned for the weekend, I got really excited! What a Westgate Resorts Military Weekend Includes Friday On Friday, when we got to the resort, we were able to check in. We got to stay in one of the villas and it was bigger than my first apartment! From there, we were able to enjoy miniature golf, paddle boats, bicycles, and sports equipment. We were able to head to the Activities Center and enjoy these activities all weekend. Saturday This day was … [Read more...]
Free School Supplies for Military Families
Are you a military family trying to get a little help for back to school or even free school supplies? I know it can be financially difficult to try and get ready for back to school when your budget is tight. For military families everywhere, here are a few back to school help resources for you. Free School Supplies for Military Families Check out Operation Homefront Our Heroes serve overseas daily, a small thing we can do is ensure their family is taken care of back home. Operation Homefront offers the "The Back to School Brigade". Different parts of the country take part in this operation, supplying military families with free school supplies. Look for a local division near you! Related: Free Military Welcome Home Banners And Signs Blue Star Families Getting some … [Read more...]