Have you heard about the collaboration between Sanrio and Tanaka Farms in Irvine, Ca.? Together they’ve been creating unique and memorable experiences for Sanrio fans of all ages and starting with a Hello Kitty Pumpkin Patch for Halloween. .
This season, Sanrio, Inc. unveiled seasonal holiday programming, expanding upon its unique year-long partnership with the Orange County farm of all things healthy and super cute will include a new hilltop “Sanrio Village,”, holiday wagon tours, and more fun activities. During the holiday wagon tour, tour guides will lead guests through a seasonal exploration of the 30-acre farm and its rich history, including pit stops to see and taste the delicious winter vegetables growing on the farm up close. 
On the tour, guests will also be transported to the new hilltop “Sanrio Village,” specially decorated for the holidays with various Sanrio photo opportunities and with Santa himself.Following the visit to the “Sanrio Village,” attendees will re-board the wagon and head back down to Tanaka Farm’s Holiday Market Stand, with fun arts, crafts, and holiday activities for families and children.
During this holiday period the Holiday Village is open weekends, while the market stand remains open daily, through December 17, 2017. Each paying guest for the holiday wagon tour will receive a limited edition Sanrio button and holiday crown upon entry. Pre-registration is required for attendance and the price for admission is $18 per person (children ages 2 and under are free) To purchase tickets please go here.
Join in to Give Back
In the spirit of giving back this holiday season, guests are encouraged to bring a tin of canned food which will be donated to South County Outreach. Guests that bring a can will receive a free mini Hello Kitty storybook.
New Retail Items for Purchase
Sanrio and Tanaka Farms will also debut new seasonal co-branded retail items for purchase online and at the Farm’s Market Stand including limited edition t-shirts, sweatshirts, caps, and totes.
I’m also hosting a giveaway for one (1) of my readers to win a pair of tickets to the Sanrio Tanaka Farms Holiday Village. To enter my giveaway, please visit my Facebook Page here. Giveaway is open to U.S. residents only, ages 18 years and older, until December 8 and comments will close at 11:59 p.m. One winner will be chosen via Random Number Generator and notified to arrange the date of their visit. Prize has no cash value. Giveaway is in no way affiliated with Facebook.
What’s to Come in 2018
The Sanrio and Tanaka Farms collaboration will continue into 2018 with strawberry picking in the spring and a melon celebration in summer 2018.
About the Sanrio and Tanaka Farms Collaboration
The yearlong collaboration between Sanrio and Tanaka Farms builds on Sanrio’s mission of cultivating unique lifestyle experiences that touch every aspect of their fan’s lives. Hello Kitty and Sanrio friends will be incorporated into the educational programming provided by Tanaka Farms, teaching visitors of all ages the importance of healthy eating, as well as sustainability, responsible farming and agriculture, all while supporting their local community. Hello Kitty, Keroppi, Chococat, My Melody and Pochacco will be integrated into photo ops throughout the farm as well as daily activities and seasonal celebrations throughout the year.
Have you been to Walt Disney World before? Well, it’s one of my most favorite places to travel with my family and on our last visit there, our family stayed at Disney’s Pop Century Resort. 
Staying at a Disney Resort Hotel is a “must” for us on our trips because there are so many 
Disney’s Pop Century Resort is one of 
If you have any connection with these decades you’ll definitely appreciate the exterior of the property, as well as the decor throughout the lobby area with its timeless fashions, catch phrases, toys and dances that captivated the world through these decades. If you’re too young to remember any of those decades, don’t worry, you’ll still smile as you take a tour of “the olden days”. (as my daughter referred to them.) 
During our stay, the Pop Century was in the middle of renovating many of the guest rooms. We were fortunate enough to stay in the “80s” section of the hotel (a nod to my own childhood and genius inventions such as Rubik’s Cube®) and our particular room had already been renovated. Our room was adorable! 
We opted for a Standard Room and it was the perfect size for our family of 3. When you enter the room, there’s one double bed and a small table with 2 chairs that is easy to slide over so you can pull down a (second) Murphy bed from the wall. We just stuck the table and chairs over by the window. 
The room features light wood floors and bright Mickey Mouse decor. It’s super cute! The furniture is modern and there’s plenty of room for 4 guests to stay in one room. The bathroom is super modern 
You also have the option to order Disney pizza delivery to your room. There are also beverages available at the Petals Pool Bar, located adjacent to the Petals Pool. If you’re on the Disney Dining Plan, this is a perfect place to eat at. (To learn more about Disney Dining Plans, go 
Bus service begins about an hour before the first Extra Magic Hours of each day and continues until about an hour after the last park closes. Buses seem to run about every 20 minutes to each of the parks. You can also ask Concierge for more information about the transportation at the Pop Century Resort.
Overall, we loved staying at Disney’s Pop Century Resort so much. It truly is a great hotel to book a stay at and I don’t think there was anything about it we didn’t like. 
Our family spent a day out at the resort taking in all of the sights, sounds, and holiday fun to be had. I think it’s my most favorite time of year to visit.
From riding special holiday attractions like “it’s a small world” Holiday and Haunted Mansion Holiday to watching A Christmas Fantasy Parade and “Believe….in Holiday Magic” Fireworks to enjoying holiday treats and offerings in the Festive Foods Marketplace at the Disney Festival of Holidays, we had an excited and jam-packed day.
I feel as giddy as a little girl when I visit Disneyland Resort this time of year. Of course, I could actually say that about every visit there! Do you feel that way too?
Since there’s so much to do at Disneyland Resort this holiday season, I’ve put together a a guide for you to be able to make the most of your visit. You don’t want to miss out on any of the magic of both parks. I highly suggest 
Spend some time planning before you go
Download the Disneyland Mobile App
Do add Disney MAXPass to your ticket
Make a dining reservation beforehand
Strive to make it to park opening
Seek out special holiday-inspired attractions
Enjoy all the holiday treats
Watch A Christmas Fantasy Parade
Fireworks are a must!
Save room for “The Festival of Holidays” food
Celebrate the season with the entertainment at Disney Festival of Holidays
Look for special holiday merchandise – Every year, I look forward to the newest holiday EARs available in the shops. I had a tough time deciding this year between the black sequinned Minnie EARs with a plaid bow or the red sequinned ones with a green bow, so I bought both! I just coudn’t resist! There is so much fun holiday-inspired merchandise to choose from this time of year. It makes my Disney heart happy!
There’s truly no better time like the present to create new holiday memories that will last a lifetime and no better place to do so than the Disneyland Resort! Do you have plans to visit this year? Share with me in the comments. Just be sure to do so before January 7th! Happy Holidays!\\
I think one of the things I love most about visiting Knott’s Merry Farm each holiday season is knowing I can expect some of my usual favorites to be there but I also to get excited for what’s new each year, in addition to all of the regular attractions we normally enjoy on our visits.
This holiday season, it looks like the culinary team at Knott’s stepped up their festive treats game, more than usual, to catch the eyes and the palettes of all the visiting foodies. Not only will you find traditional favorites such as Mrs. Claus’ milk & cookies, hot cocoa with candy cane topping, roasted nuts, and but this year, you can feast on such offerings as tamales, Christmas pizza, and candy cane churros!
Mmm! There were so many yummy treats to try, you should definitely bring an appetite with you, I almost forgot about the attractions and entertainment!
Here are the special entertainment offerings this year at Knott’s Merry Farm:
Knott’s is the perfect place to spend many a day together with friends and/or family creating new memories together, which is a great reason to grab a 2018 Knott’s Season Pass. They make great holiday gifts and include one free visit to enjoy Merry Farm in 2017, unlimited visits in 2018 with no blackout dates, discounts on select food and merchandise, and access to exciting year-round seasonal events.
A Regular Season Pass includes unlimited admission in 2018 to Knott’s Berry Farm and a Gold Season Pass includes unlimited admission in 2018 to both Knott’s Berry Farm and the newly expanded Knott’s Soak City Waterpark with no blackout dates. Now at the lowest price of the year, Regular Season Passes start at just $92.00 or six easy payments of $15.33 and Gold Season Passes are $110 or six payments of just $18.33.These offers end January 7, 2018.Applicable taxes and fees apply online. Payment plans are only available at 
Have you been to Knott’s Merry Farm before? If so, share your favorite memory with me in the comments. Happy Holidays! 
TOYBOX action figures are a new collection of action figures that bring adventures to life with characters from across The Walt Disney Company. These collectible action figures are from PIXAR, Star Wars, and Marvel and each is designed for real world play. Each one of the figures has 14 points of articulation, a signature accessory and a universal hand grip, allowing the accessories to be swapped between characters.
TOYBOX Star Wars series – So far, this series includes Kylo Ren, Rey, and a First Order Stormtrooper.
TOYBOX Marvel series – So far, this series includes Thor, Hulk, and Iron Man.
*Please note: Each of these figures is sold separately. 
In the holiday spirit of giving, Mountain Mike’s will donate $4 for every large pizza sold on Cyber 
Treat those on your holiday gift list with a luxurious spa day that can be customized especially for them. The “Escape,” “Transform,” “Indulge” and “Ultimate” tiered Gift Card Packages invite guests to unwind, relax and renew. Each gift purchased includes a bonus gift card and 3-Day Spa Pass, good for three complimentary visits to any Burke Williams and 20% off services booked the same day. Packages go on sale Friday, November 24 and are redeemable at all locations.
Give the gift of an “Escape” for $150 – $249 and receive a $50 bonus gift card. “Transform” someone’s day for $250 – $399 and receive a $100 gift card just for you. Let your loved ones “Indulge” for $400 – $549 and receive a $150 gift card. Give the “Ultimate” spa day for $650 – $749 and receive a bonus $250 gift card, giving the special someone in your life the ultimate spa day – and keeping something special for you.
Burke Williams also offers Corporate Holiday Gift Cards, an extraordinary gift for valued employees. For every 5 gift cards purchase receive 1 free gift card of equal value or equal service. Gift cards are presented in an elegant box with gift bag and tissue paper at no additional cost.
All holiday gift card packages can be customized to include specific Burke Williams signature services and enhancements, or gifted simply as the amount so that the recipient can select their own services to renew and refresh. Gift certificates are available for purchase at Burke Williams locations or online to print at home or email directly to your gift list.
Spreading holiday cheer to those you care for is simple with Burke Williams Gift Card Packages. For information on Burke Williams and to find a spa near you, please visit 
I will accept comments as entries until 11:59 p.m.on 12/15/17, when I will close the giveaway. I will then draw a winner using Random Number Generator. Winner will be contacted via email. Giveaway open to US residents, ages 18 years and older.
Serious prospective homebuyers and those interested in scouting the market are invited to the Model Grand Opening Celebration Saturday, November 18th. Qualify this week and you’ll get priority home selections and a first look of the homes, along with an invitation to other VIP events. Find more details on the pre-qualification process 
The festivities will begin at 11 a.m. until 2 p.m., and attendees will be treated to an array of hospitality including model home tours, a grilled cheese truck, music, and even a balloon artist for kids and kids at heart. Model homes will be open until 6 p.m. Get full event details and information
La Mirada was named by CNN Money Magazine as “one of the best places to live”. The neighborhood features quiet streets, acclaimed schools, and nearby parks with the convenience of big city perks. Whether you’re starting fresh or searching for more space, Olive Walk brings the best of both worlds to your front door.
With a prime La Mirada location, Olive Walk is situated between Downtown L.A. and Orange County and will give future residents a host of great options for work and play. Local attractions like Splash Aquatics Center, La Mirada Regional Park, and Knott’s Berry Farm are conveniently located within six miles of this urban community. Get a feel for the area, local schools, and attractions 
The Olson Company is recognized as a leader in providing affordable urban housing throughout California and is dedicated to developing outstanding and long-lasting partnerships with the cities with which they work. Don’t forget to come out to the Model Grand Opening Celebration at Olive Walk THIS Saturday, November 18 from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Hope to see you there!