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Oh boy do we love to travel! We will blog about where we go and what we see! AWC also love to share what Army Wives are bloggin', vloggin', tweetin', and pinnin' about so don't forget to check out our Military Travel Info / Discounts Pinterest Board!

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Are you looking for something to do near your Army Post? Our "Things To Do" Page. We have Pinterest Boards for many Army Posts letting you find resources and fun things to do where you are.

Share a great military discount or travel idea or ask us about a place that you'd like us to find out more about, send us an email at ArmyWivesClubPage@gmail.com or comment below.

Meadow Lights - A Family Tradition

AWC > Travel & Military Discounts > Meadow Lights - A Family Tradition

We've lived in Fayetteville since June 2008. I wish we would have known about, "Meadow Lights" a long time ago. I'm glad we did finally find it and were able to add this to our holiday traditions. Below is a video. To be honest, it really doesn't do it justice. You have to see it first hand and see the look on your child's face. Right from the moment you drive up all you hear them saying is, "Look at that". It continues up until the moment you leave. I want to personally thank Mr. Roy D. Johnson and his family for providing such an amazing moment to me and my family.

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Blended Families - Anything is Possible at Walt Disney World!

AWC >Blended Families > Anything is Possible at Walt Disney World

A couple months ago my husband, Phil decided to take a trip to Florida to spend time with his sister and dad for Veteran's Day weekend. I was planning on going as well, but I recently got a job so I couldn't go. So what does this have to do with blended families?

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Military Stepkids - Flying Unaccompanied

Our kids have been flying unaccompanied for almost 5 years. Ever since the youngest turned 5 years old! We are extremely appreciative this option is available. Without it, our two kids would never get to see their dad as much as they do.

I'll never forget the first unaccompanied flight. I had worked for an airline in my early 20's. I wasn't concerned about anything bad happening on a plane. I was more concerned about how a 5 & 6 year old were going to entertain themselves on a 2.5 hour flight. Mom & dad were a little more nervous, but this is what I told them then, and this is what I tell you now. YOU bring your child to the gate. YOU put them on the plane. YOU pick them up at the gate. They can't get kidnapped mid air on a nonstop flight.

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©Disney's Armed Forces Salute Returns!

It's TRUE! ©Disney's Armed Forces Salute has returned! Below is the Press Release and link for the website.

There are a lot of choices of where to stay. I encourage you to explore many options. Here are a couple to get you started.

Military Disney Tips has a plethora of information, links, and blog regarding Military Discounts & Travel for ©Disney. Check them out!

We personally want to thank Disney and all the companies that provide these opportunities to military families. We appreciate your support.

2.5 months of Visiting Family & Travel

I'm sorry I've been sporadic on posts. The last couple months have been full of family. Army Life doesn't always afford the time to see family, so when it happens, ITAKE IT! When my family is here, I just drown myself in it. Wrap myself up in all the love and fun. If there is anything being an An Army Wife has taught me, it's that TIME is PRECIOUS! Commit yourself to the moment fully. Don't distract yourself with Facebook, Tumblr, & Twitter. Enjoy your loved ones. You'll have time to post later. :)

I hope everyone's summer has been as fabulous and blessed as mine.

Busch Gardens Hero Salute - Our Army Family Experience

AWC > Travel & Military Discounts > Busch Garden Hero Salute - Our Army Family Experience

We are back from vacation! One of our favorite parts was Busch Gardens in Tampa, Florida!

Anheuser-Busch offers an amazing program, "Hero Salute", to active duty, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman.

Our Experience:

Day 1 - Our Army Family had the opportunity to visit on Sunday, July 15th. We arrived at 11AM. Exchanged our passes for our tickets at Guest Relations. Bought a Meal Plan (All-Day Dining Deal. Purchased an All Day locker for $7. First ride we went to was GWAZI. That's one bumpy rollercoaster. Shakier than the 'Eagle' at Six Flags Great America in Illinois.

Kids loved it though. Next it was off to 'Cheetah Hunt'. This by far was their favorite rollercoaster, until Tuesday!

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The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass - Free For Active Duty Military and Their Dependents

Starting May 19, 2012 Active Duty Military and their Dependents can obtain a **FREE** National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass
Who is Eligible to purchase a pass?

Available to active duty military personnel and dependents with proper identification (CAC Card or DD Form 1173)

Where can I get a pass?

Obtained in person at Federal recreation sites that charge entrance or standard amenity fees.

What does the pass cover?

Covers entrance to Fish and Wildlife Service and National Park Service sites that charge Entrance Fees, and Standard Amenity Fees at Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation sites.

Admits the pass owners and any accompanying passengers in a private non-commercial vehicle at per vehicle fee areas, or the pass owner and up to additional 3 adults at sites that charge per person.
Non-transferable

Where can I go?

The five agencies that participate in the Interagency Pass Program are: