Winc Wine club


Winc

You all know I love getting boxes in the mail, whether it’s a subscription box or a club box, and I do a little twirl at my mailbox when one comes in.  (That may explain a lot to my neighbors!) Well this box had me doing a full cartwheel because Winc is a WINE BOX!!! 

Wine + surprise = Heaven!!

I love to try new wines, but I seem to always go with the same ones.  This personalized wine club is a wonderful way to add some variety to your wine rack. 

So, how does Winc work?

When you first begin, Winc will ask you 6 questions to help them assess your unique taste. Then you sit back, and each month they send you 4 wines specifically chosen to match your palate. After tasting your selection, you rate your wine, so they can get to know your palate even more.  Love red?  That’s fine.  Only want to do white but hate chardonnay? That’s fine too. 

Not everyone loves a surprise, right?  Well that’s fine too because your other option is to select your own wine.  This option gives you all the control.

So, before we go on…I know you’re dying to see what wine I got in my box!!

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Green Spa Box


Green Spa Box

This summer I’ve been trying to focus on relaxing, relieving stress, and nurturing myself.  Green Spa Box is exactly what I’ve been needing.  Their mission is to, “give you all the elements that your skin and body needs to help you disconnect from a busy and hectic work routine with natural/organic and nontoxic products.”

I love that all of their products are free from chemicals and dyes and are kind to the environment.  They are also cruelty-free.  The products are travel size, so they are perfect to put in your carry-on bag for your next trip. 

What comes in each box?

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Cranmore Adventure Park


Cranmore Adventure Park

The White Mountains is the perfect destination since there are countless options to spend time together outdoors as a family. Cranmore Adventure Park allows all members of the family to participate in the activities.  There really is something for everyone! We were lucky enough to spend the day making memories on the mountain.

Here are 10 of our favorite things to do at Cranmore Adventure Park:

1.     MOUNTAIN COASTER: Our absolute favorite ride at the park is the mountain coaster and we keep going back for more! Since each rider controls how fast they go, it is perfect for the entire family.

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New England’s Finest

 

When I think of New England summers I picture sitting on Adirondack chairs by the lake watching my girls jumping off the dock while the dog digs in the sand.  Life is simple and easy.  Even cooking takes on a new look.  It’s all about cooking on the grill and eating fresh vegetables from the farmers market.  This grilling box from New England’s Finest could not have come at a better time! We loved their box this winter and we couldn’t wait to see what this one held.

What do I love about this box?

New England’s Finest gives each of their boxes a theme.  This for The Grill box could not have come at a better time.  I could se it being a great box for Father’s Day, a housewarming gift, or for that special someone in your life that is a foodie.

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Itinerary for a Weekend in Mystic, CT


Weekend in Mystic, CT

Located half way between Boston and New York City, this charming seaside town in Connecticut is the perfect place for a weekend getaway.  Mystic has a fierce connection to the sea and you’ll be drawn to it as you explore the town.  A weekend visit to this town filled with New England charm, is the perfect way to recharge as a family.  Here is one way to spend your weekend.  Enjoy!

 

FRIDAY AFTERNOON

Check into the Hilton mystic.  It has the best location since it right across the street from the aquarium and great shops.

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Little Life Subscription Box Review


Little Life Box

Let’s face it…who can’t use a few healthy changes in their life? Sometimes the hardest thing about change is deciding where to start.  The owners of Little Life Box, a monthly health and beauty subscription box, believe in, “taking one healthy step at a time, making decisions you can live with, and changes you feel good about making.” They believe in changing one old habit at a time, making changes when you can.”  

 

What comes in each box?

The box contains up to a dozen health-based items right to your door.  I was beyond thrilled that Little Life Box gave me not only the spring box but also the winter box to review.  When they arrived, I was shocked at how heavy the boxes were.  They were filled to the brim.  I love that! Most of the items were full-size with a few samples thrown in. 

We were given the Spring Deluxe Box

And the Winter Deluxe Box

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Memories of Greece…Mamma Mia!!!


Mamma Mia…Here I go again…My my…

We just saw Mamma Mia 2 and we are still dancing in our seats! Cher was amazing.  The woman never ages! Watching the beautiful Greek islands in the movie made us start reminiscing of our adventures there.  Here’s a look back at the gorgeous island of Santorini:   

 

Just one look

and I can hear a bell ring…

 

One more look

and I forget everything…

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Newpark Hotel

Newpark Hotel

 

Tucked away in the Irish countryside, Kilkenny is about an hour’s drive from Dublin.  It’s a great stopping point to visit Jerpoint Abbey and, of course, Kilkenny Castle.  Located on the edge of Kilkenny City, the Newpark Hotel offers the perfect place to call home while exploring the area.  The hotel rests on 40 acres of beautiful parkland and there are endless things for families to do together.

Click here to read all about this amazing hotel. 

Red Jacket Beach Resorts in Cape Cod

 

Red Jacket Beach Resorts in Cape Cod

 

Cape Cod is one of my favorite New England beach destinations that’s filled with the perfect mix of relaxation and family fun.  While on the Cape last month, we had the pleasure of staying at the Red Jacket Beach Resort. (Click here for the full review.)  The best thing about staying at a Red Jacket Resort is you can use the amenities of all five Red Jacket Resorts.  This makes planning so easy and gives you endless options of fun activities. While we were there we were able to tour the other four resorts, and we were so impressed with each one.  We even went back to a few of them the next day to play.  Here are some of the things we liked best about each resort:

 

Blue Water Resort

The resort is set on a gorgeous white sand beach.

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Red Jacket Beach Resort

For my family, there’s nothing better than a beach vacation to start off our summer.  Cape Cod is one of our favorite places because it gives you the perfect amount of action and relaxation.  The Red Jacket Beach Resort is one of five gorgeous Red Jacket resorts in Yarmouth.   It has a perfect oceanfront location overlooking Nantucket Sound. It has everything a family could want such as a beach, an indoor and outdoor pool, a Kids Club, onsite restaurant, and family activities.  With a resort like that, you may be tempted never to leave it.  However, the best part about staying at a Red Jacket resort is you can use all the amenities of all five resorts! It’s makes planning your vacation so simple!

Click here for our full review!