Winter Bucket List

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.

Winter Bucket List 2022

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

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February 7, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

Palazzo Tower @ Venetian Hotel

Photo Credit: Venetian Hotel

Palazzo Tower @ 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!

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January 27, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

Best Wellness Planners for 2022

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 !

Tiny Buddha’s

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.

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January 24, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

Day in Boston with Teens

If you live in New England and have a teen that loves theater, then Boston is the perfect destination for a getaway. Plays, musicals, bands… Boston has it all! Here is an itinerary for an amazing day in Boston with teens:

Check In

First stop is to drop off your bags at Kimpton Nine Zero hotel. This boutique hotel has it all…gorgeous rooms, elegant charm, and one of the most desirable locations in the heart of Boston. I recommend a City Skyline 2 Queen Beds room. The room has personal touches that give it historic charm while keeping modern amenities. (Check out a review of our stay!)

Look at the stunning view we had!

New England Aquarium

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January 20, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

New England Aquarium

(Boston, Massachusetts)

As soon as you walk through the doors of the New England Aquarium, you leave the busy streets of Boston and are transported to a world under the sea. Beneath the dim lights you are surrounded by the calls of penguins and the shadows of the large fish swimming in the center tank.

Our favorite animals live outside of the aquarium and even if you choose not to go in, take some time to visit with the adorable Atlantic harbor seals. They are seriously the cutest little guys and they are so curious that they come right up to the tank to peek at you. Look at this sweet face!

Now let me show you around the aquarium.

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January 17, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

Review of the Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel

Nine Zero Hotel

(Boston, Massachusetts)

One of the things my daughters and I love to do is see a good show. My daughter’s latest favorite, Hadestown, finally came to Boston and we HAD to go. As soon as we bought tickets, I knew there was only one hotel I wanted to stay at…the Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel! This hotel has it all…gorgeous rooms, elegant charm, and one of the most desirable locations in the heart of Boston. I love boutique hotels and the Kimpton Nine Zero Hotel is quaint and welcoming.

Click here to read all about our stay…

January 11, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

A Perfect Weekend in Salem, Massachusetts

Salem, Massachusetts is a fun place for a family getaway. It has it all…entertainment, history, shopping, and great restaurants. If your kids are too young for anything involving witches, there is still a ton of things to do. Here is an itinerary for A Perfect Weekend in Salem, Massachusetts.

DAY 1

House of Seven Gables

Your first stop in Salem is to the House of Seven Gables. This historic home, built in 1668, is best known today as the setting of world-renowned American author Nathaniel Hawthorne’s 1851 novel. Take a guided 45-minute group tour through this seaside home. Never read the book? Don’t worry…most visitors haven’t. It’s a wonderful way to get a glimpse of what Salem was like at that time period.

(Read all about our time HERE.)

Hawthorne Hotel

Now it’s time to check into your home for the next 2 nights…the historic Hawthorne Hotel. Established in 1925, it is rumored to be one of the most haunted hotels in America. (Although I never saw anything spooky while I was there.) The Hawthorne is a piece of Salem’s history and it has a classy, yet welcoming, feel to it.

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January 10, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

House of Seven Gables

Salem, Massachusetts

If you are in Salem, MA, and want to get away from all the talk about witches, The House of the Seven Gables may be the destination for you. This historic home, built in 1668, is best known today as the setting of world-renowned American author Nathaniel Hawthorne’s 1851 novel. Take a guided 45-minute group tour through this seaside home. You’ll have an expert guide that is very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the subject. Never read the book? Don’t worry…most visitors haven’t. It’s a wonderful way to get a glimpse of what Salem was like at that time period.

What do you see during your visit?

Let me show you a peek at some of the rooms you’ll view:

Make sure you go outside an look at the view of the harbor.

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January 3, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

Hawthorne Hotel

(Salem, Massachusetts)

As I was packing for my night away, my daughter came in to tell me she just watched a YouTube video and the Hawthorne Hotel was one of the most haunted hotels in America. I told her, “As long as the ghost isn’t saying ‘Mom. Mom. Mom’ a hundred times a day they were more than welcome to stay with me!” Spoiler alert…I didn’t see any ghosts, but I did experience a relaxing, comfortable stay in this gorgeous historic hotel in Salem, Massachusetts.

When I pulled up to the Hawthorne, I was impressed by how grand it was. The brick building has an impressive presence as it looms over the corner of the block. The navy blue awnings, golden eagle, and colorful mums welcome you in.

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December 17, 2021 mytravelingkids.com

December 2021 Product Roundup

Hello December! I wanted to share a few last-minute gifts…or some treats for yourself to celebrate getting through this crazy holiday season. Enjoy our December 2021 Product Roundup! Wishing your family a wonderful Christmas and a very Happy New Year! See you in 2022!

Eat 2 Explore

WHY TRAVELERS WILL LOVE THEM

I love that the creators of this box have the same beliefs as I do. They feel mealtime should be an experience and cooking are life-skills everyone should have. They also feel hands-on cooking and culture explorations is even more important in today’s world. Creating new foods from different countries allows you to “travel” without leaving your home. I had so much fun playing Ethiopian music while prepping the meal and learning all the new facts about the country while our food was cooking.

WHAT COMES IN EACH BOX

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