Family Vacay 2 - Legoland!

All of us were excited to check out Legoland. Neil nor I had ever been there and of course the kids hadnt either.

We spent two days there. On the second day they were opening a new exhibit in Miniland - Star Wars!

We basically just went around the park and went on everything that came across our path. The first ride was the Coast Cruise. That took you on a boat ride showcasing their Lego creations. One section took you through part of Miniland and we got to see lots of National and International monuments.

Haven got to ride almost everything but there were a few exceptions. Neil and Justus got to do the Lego Technic coaster. I think thats the fastest/biggest one at the park. It looked super fun!
We did all the rides in Land of Adventure and then made our way to Castle Hill. This was just a fun place. The kids got to ride their own horse - No adults!
Neil made sure we got wet in Pirate Shores. One ride (Splash Battle) was fun, but oh my, it sure soaked me!
Then into Fun Town. Here there were Lego cars to race, airplanes to ride and helicopters to lift off. The Lego cars were by far one of Justus favorites. With the cars, there is a side for 3-5 year old and a side for 6-12 year olds that is much bigger. J was a little disappointed that he couldnt do the big one but still really loved driving.





Justus really wanted to do a ride where we got in either a police truck or fire truck and race. The catch is it is hand pumped by whoever is in the truck so Neil and I definitely got our workout for that ride. Then we had to get out and squirt water through a window to "put out a fire" get back into the truck, pump our way back to the beginning and try to be first. It sure was fun team work!

Then the kids played in Duplo Village. They ran around and had a good time playing. Also there were more rides to ride.







We did a few more rides in Dino Island.
It was a full day. We went and checked out where the Star Wars exhibit would be and we also saw the people working on the Star Wars sand sculpture.
Haven and I also found a fun mini in Miniland

Then it was back to the hotel for our free dinner. Our hotel was great because it served free breakfast and dinner - all out and yummy. Sure did help us on our budgeting.

Got our rest and got ready for our last day of Vacay!

Family Vacay Part 1 - Sea World

To say I was excited to go to Sea World was an understatement. I remember going when I was a kid and I was just in awe over the magnificent creatures that God put on our earth. I love Orca Whales and dolphins are just super cool.

We spent one day in Sea World. I was really impressed with how little kid friendly it was.

The first exhibit we went to was the Wild Arctic one. Justus and I did the helicopter simulation and then walked through the exhibit. Haven was to small so she and Neil just went straight to the exhibit.

Then it was on to the Penguin Encounter. Haven must have really liked this one because she later purchased a stuffed Penguin named Ottis.
Justus and I went off to feed the dolphins. That was a nice treat and a great way to get up close with them. Haven was too little so she and Neil watched from across the pool.



Then it was on to Sesame Street Bay of Play. This was the unexpected part for me. It was so kid friendly. A nice place for the kids to run around and some fun rides too!




Lunch time was next. I didnt get a picture of it, but the birds would not leave us alone. Very annoying!

We got to check out the Tide Pool and get up close with the Starfish.



Checked out the giant Sea Turtles

Neil made sure we got the aerial view by going on the Bayside Skyride

We checked out the aquariums and J found a giant magnifying glass. He thought it was super cool.

And at some point saw the Sea Lions and Sharks which I didnt get a pic of

We ended the day with the Shows

First it was Shamu Stadium and the Believe show - there are no words for these magnificent creatures. I was just a little disappointed that the trainers never got in the water with the whales.

Ended with the Dolphin Stadium.



What a great day!