It is already April in New Hampshire and it is STILL SNOWING! Seriously, I don’t know who made Mother Nature angry, but she’s not letting us forget who is in charge. Thanks to the Hotel Tonight App we were reviewing, we were able to choose from a number of hotels to stay in. We had two criteria: it had to have a pool and we wanted to smell the ocean from our room. The Ashworth by the Sea gave us this and much more.
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My kids have the travel bug…BAD…and there is no cure once you get it! They love talking about places they want to visit and experiences they want to add to their Travel Bucket List. They love watching shows like The Amazing Race because they’re able to see new places to add to their list. There are so many places to go and things to do!
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Here are 20 adventures I would add to their Travel Bucket List: Â
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Happy Easter
From our family
To yours!
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Portsmouth, New Hampshire is one of my favorite seacoast towns in New England. In addition to beaches, great shopping, and beautiful parks, Portsmouth has a thriving restaurant scene. It has everything from breweries to ice cream shops and most are family friendly. With so many options, how can you choose? Here are my top 10 picks:
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Crated with Love
With kids, work, busy schedules, and adult obligations, we don’t always invest the time to have date nights. The days of buying a new outfit, taking hours to get ready, and suffering in high heels all night have been replaced with cozy PJ’s and watching Survivor because it’s just so much easier. Crated with Love takes all the tedious work of date night and lets you just have all the fun. I was so excited to try this box out.    Â
What do I love about this box?
Each box has a theme that the date centers around. Our box screamed FUN! It gave us the chance to be silly and competitive while enjoying each other’s company. Our theme was CASINO! Why casino? The box said that much like life in a casino, there will be ups and downs, and wins and losses. But, no matter what, you will never run out of luck as long as you stick together. I love this!!
Many people think of Santorini as a honeymoon destination filled with starry-eyed newlyweds and wedding proposals around every corner. However, Santorini is actually an amazing destination for a family vacation and is filled with fun activities to do with your kids. There is no need for electronics to keep your kids entertained and never once did they say they were bored. Being in Santorini is like walking into a postcard and this concept is not lost on kids. Here is a Perfect Itinerary for a Week in Santorini.
DAY 1
Today is all about exploring Oia.Â
If possible, get up early to beat the crowds and head over to the BYZANTINE CASTLE RUINS.  The actual building is more like a shell but the views from around it is breathtaking. 360 degrees of blue water, white buildings, and amazing cliffs welcome you from the top of the ruins.Â
Spend the rest of your morning getting lost in the maze of streets of Oia. Peek into little shops and small art studios. Have breakfast in a tiny café and enjoy some delicious Greek coffee! There are hundreds of steps in Oia, so be prepared to get a good workout.
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1.    DRESS WARM: This should be a no-brainer but you’d be surprised at what people do for the perfect selfie! Ice = Cold. Make sure you wear a warm coat, hat, and gloves. Snow Pants are a good idea if you will be using the ice slides.
I have to admit that London was never on my must-travel-to list but since we were heading to Greece we decided to stay here for a few nights as a stopover. I fell in love with this charming city. It is so clean and welcoming that I didn’t want to leave. There are many quaint English pubs where you can stop in for a pint. Many of these pubs welcome families and the loud atmosphere provides good distractions for the kids. I wish I had more time to see the countryside and the next time I go to London I will rent a car and get out of the city for a few days. Here is an itinerary for 5 full days in London, with plenty of time for exploring the city.
Where do you fly in?
The best place to fly in is London Heathrow (LHR) (14.4 miles)
London Gatwick (LGW) (24.5 miles)
London City (LCY) Airport (7.7 miles)
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DAY 1
Spend your morning walking around London enjoying the quaint feel of the city. Walk through St. James Park and take in the flowers, trees, bridges, and ponds that make this park so lovely and offers endless photo opportunities. This is a great place to let your kids run around, stretch their legs, and maybe climb a tree or two.Â
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You know I love a good beauty subscription box, so I was thrilled to get my hands on Goodbeing! What sets this box apart is you don’t get the same box as everyone else. To build your member profile, they ask you four pages of questions about your skin, hair, beauty/health concerns, and products you are currently using or are interested in. That way they can customize your box. Another interesting option is you get to pick two of the products you will get in your box. I love this! This way, most of the box is a surprise but you also get a little control over what products you’ll get.Â
What comes in each box?
The standard Goodbeing box has 4-5 items per month that are both travel size and full size. (Average value $40-$50) The mini Goodbeing box contains 2 items per box. (Average value $15-$20) The box will have items of personal care, tailored beauty, bath & body, sustainable living, and optional wellness.Â
