Staying in a hotel can be a really fun experience, however when traveling with kids. It can also get a bit tricky. I put a lot more thought into travel when my kids are with me because I know they require some extra thought. Here are 10 tips for staying in hotels with kids:
Although St. Lucia is often thought of as a honeymoon destination, it is a wonderful island to bring kids. With a little planning, the entire family can spend a fun-filled vacation doing things that everyone can enjoy.
Here are 10 tips for traveling to St. Lucia:
The best place to fly in is Hewanorra International Airport at Vieux Fort (UVF)
We stayed in such a breathtaking rental apartment when we were in Cascais, Portugal that I have to share to with you. Here’s a peek at our apartment in Cascais, Portugal…
The apartment is located in a beautiful historic building within walking distance to restaurants, shops, and attractions. It is beachfront and it has the most ridiculous views!
Let me show you around the house. First of all…
Two years ago we had our last family vacation before the pandemic had us shelter in our homes. It was the most amazing trip to Portugal. We began our trip in one of my favorite towns…Cascais. Cascais, Portugal, is a pristine beach town located 30 minutes from Lisbon. The town’s main focus is…of course…its beaches. If you follow the crowd, most likely they will be headed towards the water. The locals are pleasant and want to share their town with you, so take some time to people watch, eat some local fish, and enjoy this stunning coastal town. So now…onto my favorite things to do in Cascais, Portugal.
A beautiful 20-minute walk from the center of town are the cliffs of Boca do Inferno (Mouth of Hell). Stare in awe at the aggressive beauty of the ocean against these cliffs. On calmer days you will see men fishing from the rocks. It is fun to see them professionally avoiding the huge waves. There is a visitor’s platform and they say the best time to visit is at sunset. I think it would be amazing to watch it when the ocean is rough. There are a few café’s there, and it’s a great place to get a gelato.
Winter is in full swing here in NH and I’m having a Love-Hate relationship with my snow pants! However, it’s hard to hate winter when you look out at the snow-covered mountains and hear your family laughing as we play outside. Once again Mother Nature…you win. I’ve kept up my New Year’s Resolution of daily self-care, and I wanted to share some amazing products I’ve been using. First up are 4 fabulous essential oils companies. I’ve never been so happy to smell again! Then, I’ve got an amazing chocolate company that helped me make Valentine’s Day memories with my husband. And finally, a great company with skincare products! Enjoy the February 2022 Product Roundup!
WHY TRAVELERS WILL LOVE THEM
WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?
REVIVE Oasis Ultrasonic Diffuser, Mist Humidifier, And Ionizer
$40
This diffuser is so easy to use and I haven’t had any problems with water leaking out. The mist humidifier is wonderful, especially these winter days in NH. What I love most is the diffuser will only work if there is water in it so I don’t have to worry about it running while dry. The light feature is also nice for adding ambiance to the room. I have it placed on my desk so I use it every day.
Peppermint Glow Roll-On
$16
I wish you could smell this roll-on because it immediately makes you wake up with it’s burst of peppermint scent. I keep it in my car for that afternoon pick-me-up that I need while running errands with the kids. Also, if you apply it to the back of your neck it helps reduce tension.
Revive has wonderful single essential oils. We were sent:
Eucalyptus ($7) and Lavender ($9)
They recommend preparing a mixture using fractioned coconut oil and eucalyptus and apply it to the chest, back, nape, and soles of the feet to support lung health. This will be wonderful when our family feels sick or when allergies are bad.
Las Vegas is known as Sin City, but it is actually a fun place to bring teens. There is lots to do besides casinos and bars. With a little planning, Las Vegas can be a vacation for the entire family. Here is our itinerary for a weekend in Las Vegas with teens:
Honestly, I would say 2 days is long enough to explore Vegas with teens. We flew in and out of Vegas on our way to Sedona, Arizona and that was enough time.
The best place to fly into is McCarran International Airport
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Fly in to Vegas. I actually love flying into Vegas because you get a beautiful aerial view of the desert and the Hoover Dam. Try to get a window seat.
Check in to your hotel. I recommend the Palazzo Towers at the Venetian Hotel. (Read our full review of the hotel here.) I recommend getting a Luxury Two Queen Suite. With a sunken living room, huge bathroom, and 2 comfortable queen beds, it is a great room.
For lunch, head down to the main pool to where you can eat outside. (The avocado toast is delicious.)
Las Vegas, Nevada
During the pandemic, my oldest daughter introduced us to the world of Marvel. Every week we would have a family movie night and she played each movie (in chronological order no less) and we grew to love the Avengers! We were so excited to visit the AVENGERS S.T.A.T.I.O.N. when we were in Vegas. It did not disappoint. There was so much to see, but let me show you some of our favorite parts. Time to head inside.
To delve into the history and profiles of Captain America, Hulk, Thor and Iron Man. Your goal: To interactively assemble case files on each of the characters and move on to become qualified members of the AVENGERS S.T.A.T.I.O.N. If you think you have what it takes. If you think you can be something more…
It is winter here in New Hampshire and by February I start to get a little sick of the cold. I have to admit, it sometimes takes a little urging to get me to throw on some snow pants and go outside, but I am always happy I did. We have so much fun during winter and make some great memories. It always helps to look back at our winter bucket list 2022 for inspiration. Take a peek at what we want to get done this winter.
Go snowshoeing in the fields across the street
Spa night (mani/pedi, facials, hot oil treatments)
Go ice fishing (and actually catch a fish)
Board game night
Go tubing at the mountain
Photo Credit: Venetian Hotel
(Las Vegas, Nevada)
There’s something fun about driving down the Vegas strip and seeing all those legendary hotels looming around you. As the Palazzo Hotel @ Venetian appeared in the distance it screamed Vegas!
Hello January and welcome 2022! January is a time of renewal and wellness seems to be at the top of everyone’s list this year. I had many readers asking for recommendations of journals or planners they can use while traveling to help them with their wellness journey. When I was a language arts teacher, I had my middle schoolers journal three times a week. I found it a was a wonderful way for them to reduce stress, become more self-aware, dream about their future, and as a place to vent. Here are four amazing companies that have wonderful products that can help you live the life you deserve. Here are the Best Wellness Planners for 2022 !
WHAT PRODUCT DID WE GET?
TINY BUDDHA’S Gratitude Journal
Practicing gratitude has been shown to increase happiness, make us more resilient, strengthen relationships, and reduce stress. Tiny Buddha’s Gratitude Journal is an interactive way to spark those elusive moments of gratitude and get us closer to being our best, happiest selves.
The journal prompts in this book are incredible. They range from relationships with others, self-talk, things you are grateful for, and even issues from your past.