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3 places to see Mt. Fuji (save + share this post): 3 places to see Mt. Fuji (save + share this post):

If you don’t have enough time to spend days in Hakone visiting Mt. Fuji it’s easy to take a day trip here from Tokyo. It’s only about 90 minutes by car and we spent the day exploring the area. There is a swing at the top for an additional fee where you literally swing into Mt. Fuji and they have a souvenir shop and small food vendor to purchase snacks.

Location 1: Mt. Fuji Panorama Ropeway which cost 900 for adults and 450 for children for a roundtrip ride on the cable car. They do sell one way cable car tickets if you want to hike down the mountain.

Location 2: Kawaguchi Asama Shrine, there is a small fee of 100 per person but children are free. This place is really only for pictures besides the view there isn’t anything else to do. They have it set up with a line to capture photos in front of the tori gate and each group has 3 minutes to take pictures, yes they actually time you, to make sure the line keeps moving.

Location 3: Arakurayama Sengen Park where you’ll need to climb 398 stairs or take the curved paved path to the top for views of the mountain and Chuerito Pagoda. The stairs are a straight shot but the path makes it accessible for strollers and wheelchairs.

We were truly blessed to be able to see Mt. Fuji as it’s often not visible. When I visited in 2015 we made the trip here and it was gloomy and cloudy and we couldn’t see anything. We did go to the base of the mountain on that trip and do the ice cave exploration so all wasn’t lost but I am so happy Jordyn and I got to see the full mountain with our own two eyes on this trip!

There are lots of other places you can view Mt. Fuji but with only one day we couldn’t visit them all. The other 7 best places to see Mt. Fuji are on a boat tour on any of the 5 lakes that surround the mountain (Kawaguchi, Yamanakako, Saiko, Shojiko, or Motosuko), Koyo-Dai Lookout Platform, Sanko-Dai Lookout Platform, Oshino Hakkai Springs, Fuji Q Highland Amusement Park, Rooftop of Fujisan Station, Shin-Fuji Station Platform and in Hakone.

Have you ever seen Mt. Fuji’s beauty? Would you add this to your Japan itinerary if you haven’t?

#mtfuji #lakekawaguchiko
How we spent 48 hours in Kyoto (save + share this How we spent 48 hours in Kyoto (save + share this post):

1. Start your day at Arashiyama Bamboo Grove. We arrived here at 7:30am and there were quite a few people here already. We didn’t visit but in Arshiyama you can also visit the Monkey Park to see the Japanese Macaques (snow monkeys).

2. Head to Kinkaku-ji to see this stunning Temple of the Golden Pavilion. They open at 9am and we arrived at 8:45am and by time the opened the door at 9am the line was extremely long.

3. Walk through the gorgeous Tori Gates at Fushimi Inari Taisha. Before or after your visit be sure to walk through the street vendors for some amazing food. We tried noodles, mochi and just enjoyed learning more about the local foods. We visited here around 11am and even though it was so crowded if you want photos without people wait until you’re walking through the gates to exit and there are often moments where the area is empty, just be a little patient. 

4. Book a session at @kyoto_samurai_experience to learn about the history of the Samurai, watch a demonstration and get to try your hand at using the samurai sword yourself.

5. Eat your way through Sannenzaka and Ninenzaka. You will be able to walk through these narrow streets (with some hills) and try ice cream flavors such a matcha, green tea, white peach, Sakura (if in season), Black sesame, caramel and more and yes, we tried them all! There’s also tons of mochi and other treats. You’ll find the Starbucks with a traditional Japanese home interior here as well as Yasaka Pagoda and Kiyomizu-dera Temple, be sure to visit.

6. Walk around Gion and catch a Kabuki show at Minamiza Theatre.

7. Visit Daigo-ji temple, it’s not frequented by a lot of tourists so it’s rarely crowded and you can have a moment on zen here!

While we didn’t have time this visit as the weather altered some of our plans on my last visit to Kyoto in 2015 I also visited Ginkaku-ji (the Silver Pavilion), Nijo Castle which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ryoanji Temple and highly recommend going. 

Some other things we were interested in but just didn’t have time for were a calligraphy class and if you are into manga you can visit the Kyoto International Manga Museum.
This is your sign to rent a kimono in Kyoto! It wa This is your sign to rent a kimono in Kyoto! It was an honor to be dressed by Japanese women & taught about the Kimono. Here’s everything you need to know about renting a kimono & a tiny history lesson on them(save + share this post):

1. Originally kimono was the Japanese word for clothing but is now used to refer specifically to traditional Japanese clothing. Kimono’s date back to the Heian period of 794-1185 and were every day wear until western culture was brought to Japan.

2. There are 8 layers in a kimono in addition to the Tabi (white socks) which are specifically made to wear with Jori (traditional Japanese shoes). Even though there are 8 layers it doesn’t take long to be dressed.

3. Today kimonos are mostly worn for special occasions such as NYE, weddings, gradations, tea ceremonies & summer festivals. But geishas, maikos, kabuki actors and a few traditional professions wear them every day.

4. We rented our Kimono’s from this shop https://kyoto-kimonorental.com/kimono/. It’s less than a 5 minute walk from Hokan-ji. We made a reservation in advance but you will find kimono rental shops all over Kyoto. They open at 9 and you have to return the Kimono’s by 5.

5. They offer multiple packages which vary in the type of material the kimono is. The package I got was the ¥4,900 ($37.50) one and Jordyn’s child price was ¥3,900 ($29.87). You can get your hair and makeup done for an additional ¥1,200. The value of the yen is down now so be sure to check exchange rates whenever you make it to Japan for accuracy.

6. This shop offers photo packages directly through them or you can take your own or hire a separate photographer.

7. If you’re worried about renting a kimono and wearing it in Japan being seen as cultural appropriation, don’t be. I obviously can’t speak for every Japanese person but from hearing it first hand from Japanese people in Japan and the large amount of Kimono rental shops all over Japan encouraging visitors to try kimonos, the Japanese are so excited to see foreigners embracing their culture and wearing kimonos respectfully! We received so many compliments from the local community as we explored Kyoto this day.

📍Daigo-ji temple & Hokan-ji
After spending 48 hours in Osaka we went to Kyoto. After spending 48 hours in Osaka we went to Kyoto. Here’s how to get here and where we stayed (save + share this post):

1. You can take the Shinkansen (bullet) train from Shin-Osaka Station to Kyoto Station if you have the JR Pass and it will only take you 15 minutes. If you don’t have a JR Pass the Shinkansen ticket costs about 1,420 yen (right now that’s about $11). 

2. If you don’t have the JR Pass you can take the Hankyu Kyoto Line or Keihan Main Line. These are regular non express trains and will increase your travel time to from 15 minutes to 45-55 minutes but they only cost 400 yen (about $3) so you can save money, especially for a large group.

3. There is also a bus that leaves picks up at Hotel Keihan Universal Tower, Universal Studios Japan and Namba and goes to Kyoto Station. I’m not sure of the costs.

4. If you flew into Osaka you can also take the Haruka Express train from the airport to Kyoto Station. 

In Kyoto we stayed at The Chaper Kyoto which is a Marriott property. The rooms are on the small side but the hotel is clean and modern. There is a bus stop down the block which we could take to get to Gion in 9 minutes. The room was about $240/night since it’s busy season.

The weather this time of year is pretty sporadic. Some days it was hot and sunny and some days cool and gloomy so definitely pack a variety of attire and bring some layers and the weather changes throughout the day. Will be sharing our itinerary soon.

Have you been to Kyoto? If you have other accommodation recommendations please share them below to help others!

📍Fushimi Inari Taisha
Want to visit Super Nintendo World at Universal St Want to visit Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan? You need to know this (save + share this post):

1. Just because you have tickets to the park doesn’t mean you’ll get into Super Nintendo World, it requires a timed entry ticket. These do run out so it’s not a guarantee you’ll be able to enter! If you get your park tickets in advance you might be able to grab an advanced booking in the app but if these are all gone by time you get your tickets you’ll need an area timed entry ticket. These are only available the day you’re visiting & you can only attempt to get it once you’re actually in the park! We got to the park when they opened at 8am & there were only two entry times left so arrive early! You can get them on the app (you must grant the app permission to see your location so they know you’re inside) or you can go to one of the ticket kiosks.

2. To really enjoy you’ll need a power band which are sold for about $35. If you don’t have one you can walk around & go on the 2 rides but you can’t play the games & collect coins.

3. The wait times for both rides are usually 1-3 hours! To avoid this you can purchase an Express Pass (most people said this reduces wait times to a mere 15 minutes). Express Passes were sold out the day we went so we only got to ride Mario Kart: Koopa’s Challenge but not Yoshi’s Adventure. To avoid the 2 hour wait for Mario Kart we actually went through the singles line. We did end up in two different karts but we only waited 20 minutes to ride instead of 2 hours. Yo Shi’a Adventure doesn’t have a singles line or we would have done that too!

4. If you want to eat at Kinopio’s Cafe you also need a timed entry ticket so be sure to grab this as soon as you get inside Super Nintendo World. It’s usually a 1-2 hour wait once you get your timed entry ticket.

5. Once you leave you cannot reenter (if timed entry tickets are required at the time) so be sure to do everything you want before leaving.

Universal Studio Japan is extremely popular & tickets do sell out often so buy in advance. The most popular sites to buy them are Klook (where we bought ours) & KKDay.

Hope this helps! Who has Super Nintendo World on their list?
How We Spent 48 Hours in Osaka (save + share this How We Spent 48 Hours in Osaka (save + share this post):

1. Kicked off the day trying soufflé pancakes, you’ll find restaurants all over the city that sell these. We personally had them at Belle-ville Pancakes.

2. Visit the Cup of Noodles Museum where you can make your own Cup of Noodles logo and then customize the flavor and toppings for your noodles. They also offer a ramen making class here in addition to the museum where you can learn the history of the company.

3. If you’re visiting in March check to see if the March Sumo Wrestling Tournament is taking place at Edion Arena Osaka. If so def try to get tickets in advance (they go on sale a month prior) or arrive early to get same day tickets. It’s a fun afternoon.

4. We also did a Tea Ceremony class but photos/videos weren’t allowed.

5. End the first day getting cheesecake at the infamous Rikuro’s for their jiggly Cheesecake.

6. The other day spend at Universal Studios Japan for thrilling rides, shows and to relive your childhood at Super Nintendo World.

Where to stay in Osaka? The W Osaka is gorgeous but a little pricey and the Fairfield by Marriott is more budget friendly with nice, modern clean rooms just less amenities and smaller rooms (will post stories of both so you can see).

How to get to Osaka from Tokyo: We took the Shinkansen bullet train which takes 3 hours but is such an experience as it goes up to 199mph. Be sure to sit of the right side of the train for views of Mt. Fuji. You can also take a quick flight!

Other things to do in Osaka we didn’t travel time for:

1. Visit the Osaka Castle

2. Go to the top of the Umeda Sky Building

3. Go out in the Dotonbori

4. Walk around Kuromon Market

5. Watch a show at the National Bunraku Theater

6. Explore the Sumiyoshi Shrine

Which activity would you most want to do? If you’ve been to Osaka before what other recommendations do you have?

#osakajapan #travellingwithkids #cupofnoodles #universalstudiosjapan
6 Ways to Earn Delta Skymiles without flying! (SAV 6 Ways to Earn Delta Skymiles without flying! (SAVE + SHARE this post):

1. Link your Lyft and Skymiles accounts to earn 1 mile per $1 on US rides and 2miles per $1 on airport rides.

2. When booking Airbnb stays go to delta.com/Airbnb instead and you’ll earn 1 mile per $1 spent on airbnbs.

3. Order groceries online with instacart? Go to instacart.com/delta to link your accounts and earn 1.5 miles per $1 spent. If you’re new to instacart you can also get 3 months free.

4. Link your Starbucks account with your Skymiles account at delta Starbucks.com and you’ll earn 1 mile per $1 spent at Starbucks. Plus on days your flying with Delta, you’ll earn DOUBLE stars at Starbucks.

5. Sign up for SkyMiles dining at  Skymilesdining.com and is link your credit or debit card. Every time you use your card at a participating bar or restaurant, you’ll earn between 1-5 miles per $1 spent.

6. And nope you don’t have to use a Delta credit card to get miles for any of the above, no matter how you pay you’ll earn BUT is you do pay for them with a Delta co-branded credit card (there are several and depending on which one you have) you can earn anywhere from a additional 1-5 miles per dollar spent on purchases, even if they aren’t Delta airline tickets.

The cash price for the flight we took to Tokyo was $2,600pp so it would have cost me over $5,000 for this since it’s peak travel to Japan (never in my life would I pay that, we would have went somewhere else). Instead I only paid $118 total by using all of these ways to earn Delta miles over the past few years which gave me enough miles to redeem even though we don’t get to fly Delta on a regular since they don’t have the strongest presence at MIA airport as it’s American’s hub.

Do you use travel credit cards and/or points and miles from loyalty programs to offset the cost of travel? If so what are your favorite ones? Let’s all travel for less!

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Fun Things to Do in Wisconsin Dells in The Winter: Our 3 Day Itinerary

February 6, 2020      Destinations, North America, Wisconsin

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After our visit to Door County in late 2019, Wisconsin stole my heart. Never would I have imagined a girl with Jamaican heritage, born in New York, living in Miami would enjoy a state like Wisconsin. However, I loved it so much that I decided to visit again. So just four months later we headed to Wisconsin Dells in the winter. My eldest daughter and I would be going on our 5th annual mother daughter trip and she requested snowboarding and swimming. While it seems like a weird combination of activities Wisconsin Dells was the perfect place to grant both of her wishes. Here are things to do in Wisconsin Dells in winter that made our three day weekend so memorable.

Mother and young daughter snowboarding

Things to do in Wisconsin Dells in the Winter Day One: Visit Cascade Mountain

Living in Miami (read our Miami guide here), snow activities are not something we have the luxury of experiencing during our winters. However, Wisconsin Dells gets plenty of snow and we spent our first day enjoying it at Cascade Mountain. We arrived at the mountain around 10:30AM and didn’t leave until 5:30PM, there was so much to do.

Winter Activity #1 Snowboarding Lessons at Cascade Mountain

After our ski trip to Keystone Resort last year where my daughter took her first ski lessons she’d been wanting to try out snowboarding. When we arrived at Cascade Mountain I signed up for private snowboard lessons. You can’t make reservations so it’s imperative to arrive early and make this your first stop.

 How much do snowboarding lessons cost at Cascade Mountain?

Private lessons last one hour and cost $80 for one and $40 for each additional person.  For it to be my daughters first time I was so proud of her accomplishments, her teacher was great! Cascade Mountain offers lessons for those four years and older. We did a private lesson for two, full-day equipment rentals and unlimited tubing for $290. Group lessons last 3 hours and start at $60 but you can find up to date pricing here.

Tubing at Cascade Mountain

After taking our snowboard lessons we headed to Tube Town as they call it at Cascade Mountain. Here we were able to enjoy unlimited tubing! This was a great treat because when we’ve gone tubing other places like Northstar Resort, they sell tickets by the hour which can become very expensive.

How much does it cost to go Tubing on Cascade Mountain?

Ticket rates at Cascade Mountain range in price from $10-$32 depending on age and day of the week you visit. There are no age or height restrictions for tubing at Cascade Mountain. They leave it up to parental discretion on if your child can safely sit in the tube alone. Making it a great family-friendly activity to experience close to Wisconsin Dell.

How long do you spend in line waiting to ride the tubes at Cascade Mountain in the winter time?

Tube Town at Cascade Mountain has so many lanes it is rare to wait more than 10 minutes to tube. We visited on a holiday and still had this experience. The tubes here move so fast and are so much fun! You can link with other tubes to go down together at the same time. We had the time of our lives. 

You May Be Interested in Reading: Ski Trip Packing List, The Essentials You Need to Stay Warm and Dry

Snowball Fights and Making Snow Angels at Cascade Mountain

Kids just want to be kids and even the simplest activities keep them busy and happy. My daughter absolutely loved just being able to make snowballs, throw them at me and lay in the soft powdery snow making snow angels. The bottom of the mountain in front of the ski school office is the perfect place for being able to do this.

Little girl holding a snowball in her hand

How far is Cascade Mountain from Wisconsin Dells?

The Cascade mountains aren’t located directly in WI, Dells, but they’re only 15-20 minutes away. I highly recommend visiting the Cascade Mountain while you’re in the area. You won’t be disappointed after spending a fun filled day full of winter activities here.

Things to do in Wisconsin Dells in the Winter Day Two: Kalahari Resort Indoor Water Park & Tom Foolery’s Indoor Amusement Park

If you’re looking for things to do in Wisconsin Dells in the winter that are indoor, spending the day at Kalahari Resort is for you. Not only are they home to the largest indoor water park in Wisconsin but they also have an indoor amusement park. If the idea of going to a water park in winter seems odd to you, it won’t as soon as you step foot inside. It’s the perfect winter day activity to liven up your winter vacation! Our entire second day in Wisconsin Dells was spent enjoying both.

Become a Mermaid at Kalahari Resort

If you have mermaid obsessed children like me or are obsessed with them yourself the Mermaid Experience offered at Kalahari Resort is something you have to book. The 30-60 minute experience can be done at 8AM before the water park opens or after the park closes. You’ll be transformed into a mermaid and then hit the pool seeing how it is to swim with a fin. Your mermaid instructor will also toss rings into the pool for you to go and get, a fun little game that will test your mermaid skills.

Little girl who turned into a mermaid at a waterpark

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During your experience you will have one life guard in the water with you and one outside of the pool there to assist in case of an emergency. Knowing how to swim is vital in this activity. At the time of our visit this 30 minute experience was $35 per person, but check here for current rates. If this sounds like a cool experience but you dream of becoming a shark instead of a mermaid, not to worry. The Kalahari Resort Indoor Water Park also offers a similar shark experience for shark lovers. 

Enjoy the Indoor Water Park at Kalahari Resort

Wisconsin Dells is the waterpark capital of the world! Even when looking for things to do in Wisconsin Dells in the winter you’ll see water parks as an option. As mentioned before Kalahari Resort is home to the largest indoor waterpark in Wisconsin so it only made sense that it be the one we experience. With 125,000 square feet there are multiple water slides for all ages, a flow rider, wave pool, lazy river and play area with basketball hoops and obstacle course.

The water park opens at 9:30AM to Kalahari Resort guests and 10AM to the general public. Closing hours are for the same everyone and Sunday-Thursday it closes at 9PM while Friday and Saturday it closes at 10PM.

Children under 48″ are required to wear a U.S. Coast Guard approved life vest at all times. You can bring your own or use one provided by the waterpark. They also provide towels for guest use.

Have Fun at Tom Foolery’s Indoor Amusement Park at Kalahari Resort

After spending the first half of the day at the waterpark we showered, changed, had dinner and enjoyed Tom Foolery’s Indoor Amusement Park. It’s onsite Kalahari Resort and open daily from 10AM-11PM. 

How much does it cost to go to Tom Foolery’s Amusement Park at Kalahari Resort Wisconsin Dells?

During our stay the price was $37.99 for those 42″ tall and up and $16.99 for children under 42″ tall. This price includes a full day of play as well as admission to the waterpark!

Resort guests pay a much cheaper rate at $34.99 for those 42″ tall and up, and for children under 42″ tal it’s $14.99 for unlimited attraction passes. The passes are valid for your entire stay! Be sure to check pricing before you go as it is always subject to change you can find up to date pricing here.

What all is included in the price of Admissions to Tom Foolery’s?

Inside Tom Foolery’s you will find go karts, laser tag, virtual reality games, rock climbing, mini golf, obstacle courses, and rides. All of These activities are all included in your entry fee:

  • G-Force One
  • XD Dark Ride
  • Atomic Rush
  • Centrifooled
  • Meteorace
  • Ferris Wheel
  • Kalahari Carousel
  • Legend of the Lost Jungle
  • Toucan Climb
  • Conqueror’s of Mt.Foolmore
  • Laser Tag
  • Lil’ Toucan Climb
  • Sky Rangers
  • RevoFooltion
 

The indoor amusement park also has arcade games but these come at an additional fee. The bowling alley and a few other things are also not included in the fee, including:

  • Volcano Bowling – $4.50/person/game
  • Bowling Shoes – $2.50 rental/person
  • Golf Simulator – $10/ ½ hour driving range
  • Lazer Frenzy – $3.00/(12 chips) person/game
  • Visual Sports – $3.00/(12 chips) person/game
  • Arizona Sunshine – $15 for 15 Minutes (60 chips)

We chose to skip these and still had plenty to do and enjoy. All the activities included are unlimited so you can experience them over and over again.

Things to Do in Wisconsin Dells in the Winter Day Three: Relax at Kalahari Resort Spa

After an eventful two days of non-stop fun I wanted to relax on our last day in Wisconsin Dells. My daughter loves the spa and ever since getting her first massage on our trip to Rio de Janeiro she’s been begging for another one. To say I was excited to find our that Kalahari Resorts has a junior spa menu when looking for things to do in Wisconsin Dells in the winter is an understatement. They service kids 3 and up offering manicures, pedicures, facials, massages and hair cuts and styles. 

The spa is open from 9AM-9PM and children 13 and under must have a parent or guardian present with them for services. They even offer a mother/daughter package including a manicure, pedicure, facial and smoothies for two! It was the perfect way to end our winter getaway in Wisconsin Dells!

Things to Do in Wisconsin Dells in the Winter We Didn’t Have Time to Enjoy

With only 3 days to enjoy Wisconsin Dells we didn’t get to experience all the activities they offer in the winter. Here are some things we considered adding, had we had more days.

  • I Skate at the Keg: This year round outdoor ice skating rink allows you to ice skate even during the summer. The rink is open seven days a week from Memorial Day to Labor Day with reduced hours in the fall and winter months
  • Mid-Continent Railway Museum: The Mid-Continent Railway Museum is an outdoor museum & operating railroad.
  • Winter Zip-lining: Can you imagine going zip-lining through snow filled trees? Well if you want to turn your imagination into reality you can zip line in the winter at both Bigfoot Zipline Tours and Vertical Illusion in Wisconsin Dells.
  • Dells Mining Co: With two locations in Wisconsin Dells you can get hands on experience mining natural precious and semi-precious gemstones from all over the world. Once you’ve mined your gems you have the opportunity to turn them into jewelry if you’d like.

Where to Stay in Wisconsin Dells in the Winter

For convenience we chose to stay at Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells. As mentioned previously, it’s home to the largest indoor water park in Wisconsin Dells and with so many amenities we just couldn’t pass it up.

What’s included in a Kalahari Resort room rental?

When you book a room at Kalahari you get admission to both its outdoor and indoor water parks bundled right in to your nightly rate. Of course, the outdoor waterpark was closed during our winter visit but we’d love to return to enjoy it.

I absolutely loved being able to just head down to the water park whenever we wanted to and just walk back to our room after to shower without having to go outside in the cold to get to a different hotel. The rooms are a little outdated in my opinion but they are extremely clean! Here is a tour of our two queen room.

Besides the water park tickets you get free access to the fitness center, and wifi. Standard rooms come with a microwave and refrigerator so you can bring up any leftovers from the restaurants. They do have more luxurious room and board options with their waterfront rentals off of Lake Delton and even those include admission to the water park.

Kalahari resort spa Wisconsin dells shuttle service

Staying at Kalahari Resort proved to be very convenient as we didn’t have a car. For those of you thinking about getting a rental car, Kalahari Resort does offer a shuttle. It will take you to and from surrounding areas and the airport. It’s how we got to and from Cascade Mountain as well as the airport. The shuttle rates vary depending on distance and how many people you have in your group. If you do decide to rent a car, or if you’re on a road trip, parking is free at Kalahari in WI, Dells.

Dining Options at Kalahari: Restaurants and Sweet Treats!

The resort has multiple restaurants on site so we never had to leave to get something to eat.

  • Double Cut Charcoal Grill / Liquor Bar
  • Great Karoo Marketplace Buffet
  • Ivory Coast Restaurant
  • Rattler’s Cantina
  • Wisconsin Brew Pub
  • Trappers Turn Dining
  • Room Service – Ingraffia’s Pizza Kitchen
  • Volcano Lounge & Lanes
  • Waterpark Dining Options
  • Safari Snacks
  • Sweet Hut
  • Java Manjaro

They also offer specialty dining events like Easter & Mother’s day brunch!

We didn’t get bored with the food options since there were so many including a coffee shop and an ice cream/candy store. For dinner we loved eating at Double Cut, which opens at 4PM. It’s more of an upscale restaurant and the Sea Bass is to die for!

Does Kalahari Resort in WI Dells offer complimentary breakfast?

Unfortunately they do now, but they do have several dining options from a full breakfast buffet at Great Karoo Marketplace Buffet, to a lovely bakery & coffee shop the Java Manjaro. For breakfast we either ate at Ivory Coast Lounge for a sit down meal or Java Manjaro for something quick.

For lunch we also enjoyed the options at Ivory Coast Lounge and the Wisconsin Brew Pub. They both offer the cutest table side s’mores for the perfect dessert to fill your sweet tooth.

little girl at table making s'mores

For those without a car, Kalahari Resort does offer a shuttle. It will take you to and from surrounding areas and the airport. It’s how we got to and from Cascade Mountain as well as the airport. The shuttle rates vary depending on distance and how many people you have in your group.

How to Get to Wisconsin Dells in the Winter

Wisconsin Dells is located one hour from Madison Airport. Airlines including Delta, American, United, Frontier, Alaska Airlines, Sun Country, Lufthansa, and British Airways operate multiple flights a day. We found a pretty affordable flight from Fort Lauderdale using these websites. From there you can rent a car or hire a shuttle to get you to Wisconsin Dells. It’s also an easy two hour drive from Milwaukee, WI or three hour drive from Door County, WI and Chicago.

You May Be Interested in Reading Our: Guide to Door County with Kids and our 3 Day Chicago Itinerary

We had the best time experiencing Wisconsin Dells in the winter. One day we will make it back to enjoy the summer activities offered in the city. Until then you can find out things to do in Wisconsin Dells then here. Did you find this article helpful? If so please share it!

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If kids live there, kids can visit! That's our motto and you'll often find us exploring destinations most don't find "kid friendly". We've traveled to 35 countries on 6 continents with our children since they were 10 weeks old and share tips to make it easier and affordable. But mom and dad are people too so we also write about solo travel, baecations and girlfriend getaways.

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