family travel
Easy Motion Sickness Remedies
Nothing ruins a great vacation like being hit with motion sickness. I had my 3rd date with my husband ruined because I turned green in the middle of the Chesapeake Bay after rocking on a friend’s boat for no more than 30 minutes. That date ended quickly and I vowed never to get motion sick […]
Hilton Bonnet Creek Video Review
Throughout our 2-night weekend at the Hilton Bonnet Creek I snapped loads of photos and video. It was a trip I surely wanted to always remember and it was a perfect summer weekend getaway! I compiled many of the images into a video showcasing some of very favorite aspects of the Hilton Bonnet Creek, especially […]
Summer Weekend Getaway at the Hilton Bonnet Creek
UPDATE: Check out our video montage of our very favorite aspects of the Hilton Bonnet Creek! A summer weekend getaway at the Hilton Bonnet Creek in Orlando provided our family a perfect opportunity to relax, have fun, enjoy outstanding food and receive top notch service. We head to Orlando quite a bit being South Florida residents. […]
2015 Chevy Suburban Trunk Space Review
Trunk space is important for moms. Accessible trunk space is important, too. I recently got to take a look at the 2015 Chevy Suburban and I was floored by the size and functionality features of its trunk space. As a mom, especially a soccer mom who is always doing carpool, I need a car that […]
Why An All-Inclusive Resort is Great for Families
A family trip includes the additional cost for attractions, meals, entertainment and more. Selecting an all-inclusive resort for family travel provides a pre-paid approaching to vacationing. You arrive at your destination and are ready to enjoy, with no need to take out the credit card and pay for each and every aspect of the trip! You […]
How to Stay Happy When Traveling With Toddlers!
Wondering how to manage traveling with a toddler? I’ve recently shared some tips on how I keep my youngest entertained and enjoy the destination. One of the tips deals with markers and another with sticky notes. Curious? I bet you are! Head over to my article – – 6 Best Tips for Traveling with a Toddler […]
Beaches Negril Waterslide Video Review
Put on your bathing suit and get ready to pick your wedgie because the Pirates Island Water Park and gorgeous beach & water sports at Beaches Negril entertains the kids and adults! We experienced all we could during our last visit – something that all must do at a luxury all-inclusive resort! A family vacation to Beaches […]
Review of Dial 7 Car Service in New York City
Check out the latest best deals on hotels and attractions on TripAdvisor. Dial 7 Car Service in New York City provided our family complimentary transportation from JFK to our hotel. This is our unbiased experience with this car service. Review of Dial 7 Car Service in New York City You’ve gotten off the plane. You’ve […]
Review of New York Pass with Families
You head to NY for a few days or even an entire week with the family. You want to do it all. You don’t know where or how to start. Our experience with the New York Pass gave us the flexibility and organization to do as much or as little as we wanted. This is […]
Review of The Benjamin in Midtown Manhattan
Staying at The Benjamin in Midtown NYC was a fantastic place for our family. We began our Thanksgiving family trip in Manhattan. Selecting a hotel from the over 100 spread across Manhattan can be difficult. Knowing I was going to be traveling with our family of 4 – kids ages 7 & 2 1/2, I […]
Royal Caribbean Vision of the Sea Review, Revitalization Updates
It was a media event with a date night thrown in! Our one-night trip aboard the newly revitalized Vision of the Seas brought about great fun, fantastic food and impressive note taking. This Vision of the Seas review provides my unbiased insights. As media guests of Royal Caribbean, we were provided with a Junior Suite […]
Key West Family Vacation Itinerary, Day 4
Day 4 of our Key West with kids trip was filled with pool time, delicious food and great entertainment. After our fantastic day on the FURY Water Adventure on Day 3, we were ready to sit back and dip our toes in the pool. That’s exactly what we did. Casa Marina Pool As guests of […]
Key West Family Vacation Itinerary, Day 3
Our 3rd day on our Key West family vacation brought us out to the water. The Florida Keys is home to some of the most beautiful waters. It is also home to the only living coral barrier reef in the continental United States. When visiting Key West with kids be sure to make a water adventure part of […]
Traveling on Shaklee180
Traveling and eating healthy aren’t always so easy to do. On our most recent family vacation to Key West I was smart. I packed dozens on Shaklee180 meal bars and snack bars to have on hand. I saved calories and money by bring my own meals. I wasn’t perfect, but I most certainly get an […]
Key West Family Vacation Itinerary, Day 2
Key West vacation itinerary continues! Day 1 of our vacation itinerary included a gorgeous drive down Overseas Highway and a dinner at my namesake, Caroline’s Cafe. We had another beautiful, hot day in Key West on our 2nd day. Vacation Itinerary Day 2 The Reach Resort Poolside A little chess and bocce entertained the girls […]
Key West Family Vacation Itinerary, Day 1
Our vacation itinerary in Key West proved to be fun, educational and enjoyable for our entire family. We spent 7 days in Key West, Florida on a family vacation. My husband was there on business so we crashed his hotel room at The Reach Resort and went out each day to enjoy the sites, vibe and people […]
Feeding Stingrays at Key West Aquarium
The Key West Aquarium is a great shore excursion in Key West. It’s family fun filled with laid back entertainment! Located in Mallory Square, the Key West Aquarium opened its doors in 1934. It has suffered hurricane and tropical wind damage through the years but has a resilience that keeps its doors open and ready […]
How I Pay It Forward in Disney
To Pay It Forward is to do something unexpectedly nice to another person. This goes beyond holding the door open or picking up a paper that fell. When I Pay It Forward I surprise someone with true kindness in a way that isn’t always what’s expected. Remember when I payed it forward at Starbucks and […]
Mazda 3 with Skyactiv Technology Review
Driving the Mazda 3 with SkyActiv Technology around town made me feel young. It’s got that sporty feel that a college kid or grad loves. Moms don’t often get the chance to leave the crumbled Goldfish and empty juice boxes. I was ready to leave the crumbs and take my little “sports car” for a […]
Kia Rio Review for Dads on a Budget
For 7 days I drove around in a 2013 Kia Rio SX (MSRP $21,340) so did Tom. I knew he would like it. I knew it would be a good car for him, as a Dad who is always looking for a good deal while enjoying all the perks of a more luxurious car. This […]
Disney World is for Florida Moms
Florida moms love Disney. I especially do. From start to finish, getting to the entrance at Magic Kingdom is 250 miles – as the car drives. That usually comes out to just an under 4 hour drive. There are no airport security lines, delayed or cancelled flights or limitations on what you can pack. Yes, […]
Room Service When Cruising with Kids
Cruising with Kids Tip: Order room service breakfast to arrive just as the kids are waking up. It’s free & keeps the kids occupied! It might have been the best advice given to me before we set sail aboard the Carnival Breeze before our first trip. Each night I filled out the breakfast room service door […]
3 Reasons to Hit Up Downtown Disney
As South Floridians we’ve been to Walt Disney World about 12 times in the last 5 years. Yes, we go a lot. Nearly every trip includes at least a morning in Downtown Disney. Why? Besides the fact that even my older one still thinks it’s one of the Disney Parks (cheap date!), I have 3 […]
Great Miami Breakfast Choices
Finding great breakfast choices in Miami isn’t too hard, there are some great one’s to pick from! We love Sunday mornings. With a child in our house and one arriving any day now (I’m 37.5 weeks preggo,) waking up early isn’t much of our choice. On Sundays, we get out the door by 8, head […]
5 Car Ride Games for Road Trips
A family road trip may last a few hours, days or weeks. Sure enough you spend plenty of time with the kids in the car each week. “Mom, are we there yet?” gets old so finding car ride games to occupy and distract the kids from the drive are essential for Smart Mamas. I’ve shared some […]
An Organized Suitcase is Necessary on a Weekend Getaway
[ad#Google in Content] We are the weekend getaway family, as you may remember from Smarty Pants Daddy’s post this summer. We getaway when we can, especially when we find a good deal and have a free weekend! On most trips, I am able to pack our clothes in 2 suitcases, often a backpack comes too […]