Traveling With Young Kids | Homemade Activity Book Idea

Traveling With Young Kids | Homemade Activity Book Idea During one of our family road trips, my oldest daughter and I tossed around ideas to keep Emma (5 1/2 at the time) and Ethan (4 at the time) entertained for nearly 5 hours in the car (each way). Kaytlin thought up a fun way to keep the kids entertained while still containing the mess so we didn’t have to dig for crayons or stickers between the seats and it went over so well I thought I'd … [Read more...]

Travel Kool Luggage for Teens and Tweens

Sample received. All opinions are my own. Heading out on a family road trip is made easier when you have tween inspired Travel Kool Luggage on hand for your tweens and teens to use. From the durable material to the roomy size, these hard case pieces of luggage are just the unique item your tween or young teen will want to use while traveling. Travel Kool Luggage has two great choices of designs that any tween or teen would love. Following … [Read more...]

Things to See and Do in Ocean City, MD

Things to See and Do in Ocean City, MD Ocean City, Maryland, has developed over the years to become a prime tourist destination in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States. Whether you are in search of a fun-filled family vacation, a thrilling golf experience, world-class sports fishing or a weekend retreat, Ocean City provides everything you can dream of. To have an idea of things you can do in Ocean City, read on. World-Renowned … [Read more...]

#WIN an All Inclusive Family Vacation to Mexico at IBEROSTAR | #GIVEAWAY | ends 12/2

This post brought to you by IBEROSTAR. All opinions are my own. In April 2015 I was honored to visit IBEROSTAR Paraíso Maya in Riviera Maya, Mexico. After visiting a five star all inclusive resort, I've realized this is the only stress free/relaxing way to take a vacation especially if you are traveling with children. Now you have the chance to visit as well! Continue reading & then enter to win a 5 night stay at the IBEROSTAR Paraiso … [Read more...]

Tips for Saving Money at Any Beach Destination

Tips for Saving Money at Any Beach Destination Beach destinations are known for being expensive trips that come with plenty of add on fees that aren’t always mentioned when you book your trip. Everything from perks at the hotel, to higher car rental fees, to double the price for the same meal are things that can make a fun vacation unaffordable. But what if I told you that you can have a super affordable beach vacation, where you can save cash … [Read more...]

Traveling with Children | Photo Scavenger Hunt Ideas #FamilyTravelTips

The reviewer has been compensated in the form of a Best Buy Gift Card and/or received the product/service at a reduced price or for free. Traveling with the family can be incredibly rewarding, but it can also be extremely challenging. We've learned to embrace technology during our trips and use it for more than just a digital babysitter. We found some fabulous Family Travel Tips on the Best Buy site that will help you enhance your next road trip … [Read more...]

The Nickelodeon Experience at Azul Beach Resort in Riviera Maya

Have you ever wanted to vacation in a tropical destination, but your children wanted to go to a theme park? I think it happens to many parents – we want sand, surf, gourmet dining and relaxation…and the kids want action, adventure and excitement! Well, guess what? YOU CAN HAVE BOTH! The all-inclusive Azul Beach Resort in Riviera Maya, Mexico (just a short drive from Cancun) offers everything a family could possibly want in a vacation … [Read more...]

5 Things To Buy Before You Go To Disney

5 Things To Buy Before You Go To Disney Shopping at Disney is all part of the fun, but it can be an expensive part of the trip that you might not remember to add to your budget. There are things that everyone wants to shop for in order to remember their trip, and then there are needs and necessities that you might have forgotten at home but find yourself needing. All these little last minute purchases add up, so save yourself some cash and time … [Read more...]

How to Experience Walt Disney World on the Cheap

How to Experience Walt Disney World on the Cheap Walt Disney World can be a budget vacation if you plan it out right, but it’s a lot harder to make it into a cheap vacation. Things at Disney World are not cheap, by any stretch of the imagination, nor are there all these deals being advertised to help you save your money. Instead of piling on packages that save you money on each individual item, but add up to a lot more than a general admission … [Read more...]

7 Family Road Trip Destinations

These 7 Family Road Trip Destinations are perfect for your family to enjoy this summer. While many of them you would think can't be frugal, our tips will help you to find the great savings in these areas and enjoy an amazing road trip that will leave your family with lifelong memories. Vacations don't have to be about how fancy a hotel you stay in or how much money you spend. Vacations are about getting away from work and relaxing with your … [Read more...]