Thanks for the feedback. Points well taken. I will work to make my sight unique and fun to read. Most importantly to bring the best deals to other stay-at-home mom's like us and leisure travelers.

I'll try to write a few pieces coming up about some recent trips. As far as the hotel issue there really hasn't ever been one. I always find what they call "family rooms". Seems like they are big into this. They take a room with two double beds and bring in small single beds usually on wheels and put them into the room to make which gives you 3 or 4 beds whichever you prefer.

Italy without kids!! Must have been dreaming. I have been twice once with my family and once with my friend for 2 weeks and left the boys at home.
I am thinking of having us stay in the Dromoland Castle in Ireland with Marriott points but I'm not sure if I want to save up all those points. It requires 100,000 points per night. Seems like Marriott points are harder to come by than other programs. You can also stay at the Ashford Castle in Ireland with Marriott points. If you are planning to go to Ireland sometime, check out these two castles. They look incredible. I am planning to visit for sure but not sure whether I'll stay overnight. Would be a fun experience for the fam though. Will see!

Thanks for your tips! I'm taking it all in and making changes!