May 2022 Product Roundup

Hello May! I’ve been anxiously waiting for you and have been enjoying being out in nice warm weather! This month we’re thinking ahead to all those amazing men in our lives and celebrating Father’s Day. Here are some amazing products that would be perfect gifts. Enjoy our May 2022 Product Roundup.

Sock Box

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THEM

Who doesn’t love a fabulous pair of socks? Sock Box allows you to have 1-2 awesome pairs of socks delivered right to your door. I love the element of surprise that comes with this subscription. Sock Box believes in giving their customers the best. All the manufacturers and brands they work with have high quality products that they stand behind.

WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?

We were thrilled to be given a 3-month subscription. Our April box included:

East of Liberty

Richer Poorer

Our May box had:

Brooklyn Strong

Hitsu Socks

WHAT DOES IT COST?

May 31, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

10 Tips for Taking Kids to a Broadway Show

There’s no better place to watch theater than Broadway! Some people think it is an activity that’s only for adults, but I couldn’t disagree more! There are so many great family shows and kids will never forget their first one. However, family + Broadway = $$$ so you might want to plan ahead! Here are 10 tips for taking your kids to a Broadway show:

May 30, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

Marriott Aruba Ocean Club

Photo Credit: Marriott

Marriott Aruba Ocean Club

Our next stop on our mother/daughter Aruba trip was the beautiful Marriott Aruba Ocean Club. We chose to stay here because we wanted a little more space to stretch out after sharing a room for the first two nights. This hotel was more of a condo style, so we had a bit more privacy. We didn’t have far to walk since the hotel is right next door to the Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino, where we had spent our last two nights.

CLICK HERE TO READ ALL ABOUT OUR STAY!

May 23, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino Review

Photo Credit: Marriott

Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino

After a long, cold winter (did I mention LONG?) my thirteen-year-old daughter and I couldn’t wait to get our toes in the sand. We were on our first solo mom/daughter trip outside of the US, and Aruba was the perfect destination for our stay. There are several Marriott hotels on the island and we couldn’t choose which to stay at so we decided to stay at two of them because they were right near each other.

Click here to read all about our stay.

May 16, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

Viewpoint Hotel (York, Maine)

There is something soothing about the ocean. The smell of the salt in the air, the breeze blowing on your skin, and the calming sound of waves crashing on the shore makes you feel present. The coast is my favorite place to visit when in Maine. I couldn’t think of a better place to escape before the madness of end-of-the-school-year activities. The Viewpoint Hotel is a stunning little piece of paradise with unimaginable views. I decided to bring my high school daughter along with me and it was the perfect place for us to relax and recharge.

Click here to read all about our stay.

May 9, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

10 Amazing Mother’s Day Gift

Our April 2022 Product Review is dedicated to the amazing women in your life…MOMS! Mother’s Day is right around the corner and they deserve something special. Here are 10 amazing Mother’s Day gifts for these fabulous women! And if you’re a mom…treat yourself to something just for you…you deserve it!

HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY!!!

Doing Good

WHY TRAVELERS WILL LOVE THEM

I always love to hear a company’s mission because it tells a lot about their character. Doing Good Co says their mission is to build others up. The products included in these amazing gift boxes are something that offers inspiration and makes someone feel special. Throughout her life, Sydney, the founder of the company, has had one unwavering purpose – to find ways of encouraging others. I love that she offers the choice between a one time gift box and a subscription plan, where the gifts will keep on giving. You can make it more personal by selecting individual things you want to include in your gift. Choose from items such as candles, wooden signs, mugs, stationary, bracelets, lip balms, and much more.

WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?

Be Still Box

(Size: small $17.99)

Pumpkin Spice whipped sugar scrub

April 25, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

One-On-One Getaways with Kids

Although it is amazing to travel with my whole family, it is special to be able to sometimes only have one kiddo with me. At first, I thought it would be odd leaving one kid behind, but it has turned out to be an amazing experience for our whole family. These one-on-one getaways are something we both look forward to. Here is why it’s important to have One-On-One Getaways with Kids:

DIFFERENT INTERESTS

One of my girls is sporty and loves anything active and my other is artsy and loves a creative destination. One vacation is filled with water slides, hikes, and trampoline parks and the other with museums, plays, and bookstores. It’s nice to foster their interests without having to worry if the other is bored.

FORCES ENCOURAGES PARENTS TO DO STUFF

Did I really want to go back to the indoor waterpark in the morning? Of course not, but I ended up having a great time racing her down the slides. Did I really want to see that musical? Nope, but I ended up loving it and even buying the soundtrack. These trips give me a little nudge to do things I may not have done.

April 18, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

20 Tips for Attending the Women in Travel Summit

In May 2019, I attended the Women in Travel Summit in Portland, Maine, and it was an amazing new experience for me. It was my first conference and I was a nervous wreck before I went. As a newbie, I had tons of questions, so I decided to help answer all of them here. I hope everyone has an AMAZING time in Kansas City for WITS 2022! I am dying to hear where it will be in 2023! Here are 20 tips for attending the Women in Travel Summit:

April 11, 2022 mytravelingkids.com

Tips for New Travel Bloggers

What I’ve Learned in 5 Years of Blogging…Tips for New Travel Bloggers

Blogging take A LOT of time.

It is honestly NEVER ENDING! Just when you think you are done with a piece you start to second guess yourself and change pictures, center comments, change the title, and wonder if you should scrap the whole piece. This does not even count the times you wake up at 3 a.m. and spend an hour or two developing a new piece in your head.

Set a schedule

You wouldn’t walk around blindly at a regular job, so why should blogging be any different? I find I get much more accomplished when I created “days” in my week. For example, here’s a peek at how I run my week:

Monday: “Planning Day” Start planning out next blog post and promote the one that just came out.

Tuesday: “Writing Day” Write my blog, edit, and work on SEO.

Wednesday: “Pinterest Day” I schedule posts on Tailwind, create new pins, etc. It is also “Picture Day” where I take pictures and videos.

Thursday: “Instagram Day” where I schedule pictures, research hashtags, etc.

Friday: “Catch Up Day” Answer all emails, work on fixing/improving things on my blog. I research info for my next blog piece.

Instagram is your best friend

Before blogging I only used Instagram to share pictures with family and friends. To be honest, I never used a hashtag in my life! I never knew how instrumental it would be in promoting my blog. You’d be surprised how important Instagram is to hotels and attractions. It is also a great source of inspiration. Read More

April 7, 2022 mytravelingkids.com 25 Comments

March 2022 Product Roundup

As we move into spring and say goodbye to the long dark days of winter, it is a perfect time for reassessing your self-care routines and make some more quality time for yourself. Get outside for a refreshing walk, spend a little more time in the tub, and get back to your night-time face routine. Enjoy this March 2022 Product Roundup and have a wonderful beginning of spring!

Two Sisters

WHY TRAVELERS WILL LOVE THEM

As you know, I am a huge fan of self-care and I love that Two Sisters believe moms are at their best when they take the time to care for both their kiddos and themselves. I couldn’t agree more! Their bath bombs create luxurious bubble bath experiences (just make sure you drop it in as you start filling your bath). They smell incredible and kids love the surprises inside of them. They leave your skin feeling smooth and hydrated and not oily. I love to support companies owned by women and I love that their bath bombs are handmade in small batches by flex-working moms in the USA, in their home state of Minnesota!

WHAT PRODUCTS DID WE GET?

Oatmeal Milk & Honey Bubble Bath Bombs $7.99