The Matthews Fun Adventures with Playcation Travel

03/29/2026

Disney is all about the magical experiences 💖

Yes Disney can be expensive but I have to be honest, my favorite and most magical moments are the free experiences and meetings in the different parks.

I’m a music lover (I play a little bit of piano myself), seeing Grayson playing live at Magic Kingdom and being asked for my request (Go the Distance) felt surreal.

Seeing Rapunzel in Epcot at the end of her meet and greet and she asked me if I wanted to hold her hand and walk together for a little. The little girl in me was so excited and my husband happy not having to be part of another photo.

Or having Goofy signing my favorite childhood book at Animal Kingdom…

Or simply all the boundings and photos taken daily.

Yes I have favorite rides and favorite snacks but those moments are what make every Disney trip feel so unique and magical ✨

01/31/2026

First time staying here and definitely not the last!

01/31/2026

For your next cruise leaving from Miami, I highly recommend to look in Little Havana for a hotel or Air BnB. Very clean, peaceful, full of History and roosters! 😋

First time staying in Little Havana in Miami and definitely not the last!
(More videos coming from my morning outdoor workouts and jogging)

11/24/2025

Another ✔️ on our list of new place to explore & visit!
Last weekend we had the chance to join our best travel buddies AND to attend a NFL game in Philadelphia for a quick “get together” weekend !

Amazing fall weather, stop to Hershey Chocolate Factory (build from scratch our own chocolate bar + a 2lbs custom reese cup - videos soon!),
tried the top 3 philly cheesesteak in the city,
ran the stairs (I’m a big Rocky fan 🥊),
shopping/snacking at the famous Reading Terminal Market,
quick stop at the Liberty Bell on our way out,
plus so many cool coffee & local shops.

Philly is full of History and life! We will definitely go back 🫶🏻

09/22/2025

07/28/2025

I loooove when the rain force us to go to the room resting for a little in the afternoon. My favorite “me time” is to sit quitely on my balcony watching the storm with a glass of wine. 🧘

07/18/2025

Another crazy last minute adventure to add to our memories !!

On our way to Mansfield, Ohio to cover a music festival and we won the lottery of a special release bourbon bottle from my favorite distillery Angel's Envy ! (I am a collector)

So we had to do a “little” detour to pick it up in person… in Louisville, Kentucky!

Long day of driving, not enough sleep but happy to travel together 🫶🏻

07/18/2025

On another fun adventure this weekend!
Slept only a few hours last night but lets statt the right weekend right with an early morning workout 💪🏻

Do YOU workout while on vacation ??

07/15/2025

Hi!
My name is Marie-Christine Matthews and here's my travel story :)

I was born in a small town not far from Montreal, Québec in the valley of a mountain with a large ski resort. (Oui, je parle aussi français!) But I have lived in Southern Ontario for over 10 years now. My day to day consists of being a teacher, but also a gym rat, a plant collector, a fur mama of several rescues with medical conditions (dogs and cats), a foodie, a music journalist and a photographer.
I love reading, cooking, gardening and of course, PLANNING MY NEXT TRIP!
Although I was in my late teens when my parents took me on my first trip ever to a nice all-inclusive resort in Cuba. This is when the traveling addiction started. Hooked on experiencing what the world had to offer, I spent the following years exploring various resorts in different Caribbean countries. Then, a friend convinced me to start exploring Europe simply with a backpack and a small budget. We did this for a few years and created the best memories with locals and enjoyed the most delicious local cuisine.
After meeting my husband, we started to cruise yearly. Then, one day, he found out that I had never been to Walt Disney World. And, at 32 years old he took me for my first Disney trip, and it was truly magical! I fell in love with Disney and the magic it creates. Since that first trip 5 years ago we’ve stayed at or visited every single resort, tried most of the restaurants & famous snacks, and even mastered the ever-changing apps and other Disney tools. We are so hooked that I now make my own ears and matching outfits for my husband and I.
I’ve traveled with strict budgets, and I’ve also traveled without counting money. I’ve traveled everywhere across North America and overseas… by car, bus, train, plane and boat. I ALWAYS make the best of each trip and come back with a head full of memories and information.
Being a fitness enthusiast and a foodie, who unfortunately struggles with food allergies, I always find an option to combine a self-care routine, with fun times and a food restriction.

Let me help you to plan your next trip, aligned with your budget, restrictions and preferences.