An Atlanta Getaway

This past weekend, we decided to go on a last minute getaway to Atlanta. It was a quick trip, but we packed a lot in!!! Grady's favorite was definitely the aquarium, where he called all the fish "Bird." So adorable, I was tempted to not correct him!

First stop, the zoo...
And then on to the aquarium...
And finally the Coke Museum...
Tips for any other families planning to go to Atlanta anytime soon:
1) A friend told me to get to the aquarium first thing in the morning. BOY was she right! It gets packed quick! Start with the Ocean Voyager area because that is where the whale sharks, and the biggest tanks are. Your kids will be at the peak of their interest, and this area was very crowded by the time we got there.

2) Skip the Coke Museum (GASP!!!), or leave the kids with someone else. This might be interesting for an older child, but it was less than exciting for Grady. Plus, you have to wait in long lines outside (HOTlanta), and participate in a guided tour for the first half hour. Not ideal for a toddler who wants to go where he pleases, when he pleases. Although he did enjoy taste testing the different Powerade flavors at the end because Mommy wouldn't let him have soda! :)
3) We opted for a nicer hotel downtown so that we would be close to everything. Next time, we will stay a little further out so that we have easier access to family friendly restaurants, and won't have to pay the $21/day parking fee. Downtown would be great for couples though! Go with the Marriott over the Hilton. We were jealous!!!