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Tarah Chieffi

Tarah Chieffi is a theme park and family travel journalist who uses her words to help travelers plan fun-filled family vacations. When she isn’t eating theme park food and riding roller coasters, she can be found cycling wherever her bike will take her, tucked under the covers with a good book, or planning her next adventure with her husband and three young sons.

Stories by Tarah

Expert Guide

What to Bring to An Amusement Park: A Theme Park Expert’s 15 Must-Have Items

Feb 24, 2022

As a travel writer who specializes in theme parks, visiting places like Walt Disney World, Disneyland, and Universal Orlando is my job. I visit often (I’m on a… continue reading

Animal Encounters

14 Best Places to See Alligators in Florida

Feb 18, 2022

Have you ever heard that if you see a body of fresh water in Florida, there’s probably an alligator in it? As far as we know, nobody has… continue reading

FEEL THE MAGIC

9 Activities You Can Only Do at Disney World Hotels

Dec 27, 2021

When you visit Walt Disney World, it can be tempting to spend all of your time at the Central Florida resort’s four theme parks. If you do that,… continue reading

'TIS THE SEASON

9 Best Holiday Getaways in Tennessee

Nov 15, 2021

The holidays are here again and if you’re looking to trade the hustle and bustle for a cozy getaway, Tennessee has a variety of resorts and vacation rentals… continue reading

TASTY TRAVELS

8 Super Sweet Food Factory & Shop Tours Around the U.S.

Nov 10, 2021

Road trips and snacking go together like peas and carrots (though neither of those are great road trip snacks), but we’ve got an idea that’s even better than… continue reading

Family Fun

10 Must-Do Experiences For Families at Dollywood

Oct 8, 2021

No family vacation to Pigeon Forge is complete without a visit to the Dollywood theme park. With world-class entertainment, high-speed coasters, and plenty of pint-sized attractions, there really… continue reading

Making Memories

8 Best Disney World Hotels for Large & Extended Family Vacations

Aug 26, 2021

There are more than two dozen hotels at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla., and hundreds more in the surrounding area. However, if your family is so large… continue reading

Family Friendly

LEGOLAND Florida Resort: An Expert’s Guide to Planning Your Visit

Aug 12, 2021

LEGOLAND Florida Resort in Winter Haven, FL is one of 10 LEGOLAND resorts around the world. While LEGO toys bill themselves as being made for kids of all… continue reading

Family Vacations

11 Best Themed & Luxury Vrbos Near Walt Disney World

Aug 2, 2021

Orlando, Florida is the theme park capital of the world, and with millions of visitors flocking to the area every year, it may just be the vacation rental… continue reading

Travel Guide

The Ultimate Guide to Visiting Universal Orlando Resort

Jul 7, 2021

With three fun-filled parks, eight hotels, and dozens of shopping and dining options, Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, Fla., has blockbuster fun for everyone. While planning your visit,… continue reading

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