This is a travel blog so let me explain. So some time ago some friends told Megan that they had calculated home much birthday celebrations cost, even with just family. Turned out that they were spending enough that they could take a small trip for the same money. They give each kid a choice, a birthday party or a small trip to the destination of your choice. We did the math on our own and sure enough we could do the same and come out even.
So far, the girls (Megan included) have opted for the trip. This year Olivia chose to go to water country. It happened to be the last day of the season that Water Country was open.
We got to Williamsburg on Sunday night. We had plans to go to Busch Gardens for the night but unrelenting rain drove us into the local Cracker Barrel for a long leisurely meal. Emily Grace spent most of her time on the rocking horse there.
Since this was a birthday outing we splurged on a Mega Cabana and we were very pleased. It was large and comfortable and came complete with our own full-time server, 12 towels (that you keep), morning snack, afternoon snack, a carrier bag to keep, a refrigerator, a private locker, a private picnic area, all the drinks you can drink. This comfortable place served as a great base for the day's activities. We highly recommend it.
Olivia stretches out before the main activities began.
Life jackets on and then off to the rides.
We rode and rode
Then lunch and cake
And presents
After presents we rode more rides and made a late night trip home. I can't believe I have a 7 year old. It just goes to show you why we have to milk this and every moment for all it is worth. I love all of my girls and I'm very proud of my big first grader.
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