When my mother suggested that we bring my aunt who is visting to the Ethel M Cactus Garden for the holidays I said O.K. but honestly I thought to myself we went about 3 yrs. ago and once you have experienced this place there is really no need to experience it again....Boy, I was wrong- I almost forgot just how pretty and peaceful it is.
It didn't matter that my daughter is now in the attitude filled pre-teen yrs, cause she still enjoyed this experience and wanted her picture everywhere and she still visited with Santa....Watching the faces of my little niece and nephew light up was just beautiful- I really enjoyed my time with the family here.
It was free so everyone could afford it and there was no rush-finish at your own pace- the crowds were not overwhelming, yes it was cold but c'mon people it's December- It's gonna be cold- wear your boots!!!
No one was working when we went on the short factory tour but what can you do- Maybe during this time they can have employees work so that there is always someone working the candy machines because the kid's were so excited to see someone... I remember when we first went we could pick our free chocolate from the main store- we could sample any chocolate- but now the free samples are seperated and limited!!!
Going into the M&M's store is always fun!!!!
All in all I enjoyed my time here and do plan to go again next year...