Travel
Spa at the Oaks in Ojai
A Day at The Oaks Spa! The Oaks at Ojai is a resort and getaway for a few nights stay or for those that just have the day drop in and enjoy their Spa. This is the spot for anyone looking to pamper themselves. The Oaks Spa offers every service you could want in a historic and comfortable setting. Right in the center of Ojai and in the renovated mission style hotel this spa gives off charm and invites you to {Read More}
Ziplines at Pacific Crest
Flying down the mountain! Ziplines at Pacific Crest in the San Gabriel Mountains, north of Los Angeles California, is an adventure course through the treetops. Not for the faint of heart, these are some high speed rides over heights that equal a thirty story building and lines that go more than a quarter of a mile in length. This is a great way to spend the day out in nature and enjoying a view you can get no other way. If {Read More}
Brouwerij West at San Pedro, Ca
Beer Enthusiasts Stop Here! Brouwerij West, pronounced Brewery West, is an amazing destination for visitors to Los Angeles and Long Beach in particular. They are more than just a brewery, with their tasting room, daily food trucks, pop-up restaurants, historical building, and proximity to other local attractions, they are a perfect stop. Kids and dogs (leashed of course) are welcome and the parking is free. Add the beer itself, which is excellent, and Brouwerij West is a great lunch break {Read More}
All-Inclusive Spa, The Oaks at Ojai, Ca.
Ready to take time for yourselves ladies? Then the Oaks at Ojai is your destination. When you think about Southern California beaches come to mind, but there is so much more to see just a short drive from other destinations like Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, and San Diego. A highlight is Ojai and the destination, the all-inclusive resort the Oaks at Ojai. Surrounded by picturesque mountains is an oasis of green housed in mission style architecture and the luxury of {Read More}
The Flavors of Louisiana in Virginia at Bayou Bakery
New Orleans native Chef David Gaus has won accolades from The Today Show, the Travel Channel, Food and Wine, Southern Living, Saveur and Bon Appetit for his Arlington, Virginia restaurant Bayou Bakery. There you can taste the authentic flavors of the Crescent City while in the suburbs of D.C./Northern Virginia. When you walk in, you order your food choices at the counter, and then take a seat to wait for your items to be prepared. There are colorful Southern and {Read More}
Woodloch Poconos Resort
An all-inclusive family resort, located in the Pocono Mountains, Woodloch offers the best in lodging, dining, and entertainment for all four seasons. Rent a cabin or a room and enjoy time with family and friends. With views of Lake Teedyuskung and mountain vistas a vacation here is a chance to relax and renew yourself. Kids will never lack for indoor or outdoor adventures. In warmer months, hit the mountains and climb the hills. In winter, you can ski or snow tube. {Read More}
Reviews & Giveaways
Going Camping? Check these out.
If you are headed out into the great outdoors anytime soon, you might want to check out some of these items. Not just for camping, but having other outdoor uses as well, you will find they make your camp experience that much more comfortable. The new Quik Shade canopies recently launched SOLO Steel. This series of six portable, instant shade canopies makes setting up a breeze. They are lightweight and easy to carry, can be set up by one person, {Read More}
Dressing For Fall Travel
No matter where your travels take you this season, we have some great options to keep you warm, dry, and comfortable. Now that it’s Autumn (and it’s finally cooled off), you want to make sure you have some layers available. One of my current go-to’s has been Dare 2b‘s Women’s Loveline II Core Stretch, a pull over the head, half zip sweatshirt. It’s not your mom’s sweatshirt, however- soft, warm, lined inside with a quick drying/water repelling outside, it’s pretty {Read More}
Dr. Brown’s Breast Pump Caryall Tote Review
This breast pump tote is a great carryall for new moms. Dr. Brown has hit the market with another new product to add to a mom’s arsenal. With a baby to carry or push and all the items we need to take care of our little one’s needs, hands are at a premium. Good storage and mobility is a must, both of which are provided by this Breast Pump Carryall. The name says it, carryall. With a section sized to {Read More}
ciao! baby Portable High Chair Review
Easy to Carry Baby Gear Innovation has come to the table in the form of the exciting ciao! baby portable high chair. This product is as easy to carry as any collapsible pop chair with all the benefits of a traditional high chair making it a perfect package. The five point safety harness secures kids up to three years of age for a safe snack time and the chair comes all in one piece, no assembly required, which makes an instant set-up expert of {Read More}
MyRxProfile – The App That Everyone Needs
MyRxProfile has the potential to save lives. Studies show that 1.5 million Americans are hurt each year by preventable medicine errors. Many people are unaware that over-the-counter (OTC) analgesics can cause potentially serious adverse effects when used in combination with other common medications. Even commonly used over the counter children’s cold and allergy medications can have an adverse drug reaction when taken with another commonly used medication like Adderall. That is really a scary thought if you have a child {Read More}
It’s Still Summer- Take Advantage With With These Fun Toys
As we head into the last few weeks of summer, soak up ever last bit of fun. Water balloon fights are awesome, but are not fun to clean up after, and a few people always get stuck making a ton of balloons (and those knots….blah). An easy work around is the new Water Wubble. The Water Wubble is a new water based Wubble (the latest toy in the Wubble family) which is able to be filled with water from the {Read More}
Recipes
Crisp Apple Donuts (with fewer calories and less sugar)
Ingredients For The Donuts: 1 cup Crisp Apple Sparkling ICE 6 tablespoons unsalted butter (room temperature) ½ cup Splenda Sugar Blend 2 eggs ¼ cup whole milk 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon salt 3 ¾ cup all purpose flour For The Cinnamon Sugar: 1½ cups Splenda Sugar … [Read More...]
Pomegranate Blueberry Acai Smoothie Bowl
Ingredients: Smoothie Bowl 2 Frozen acai smoothie packs, broken up 1 Banana 1/3 Cup Blueberries 1/3 Cup Raspberries 1/2 Cup Pomegranate Blueberry Sparkling Ice 1/4 Cup Almond Milk 2 1/2 Teaspoon Chia seeds Topping Suggestions 2 Tablespoons blueberries or raspberries 2 Tablespoons pomegranate seeds 1/2 Banana sliced 2 … [Read More...]
Chicken Lollipops
Here is a quick great recipe for Buffalo and Asian BBQ Chicken Lollipops by Chef Josh Capon. These were snapped up in seconds, and smelled amazing as well. This recipe was provided by Chef Josh Capon at the JCPenny Tailgating Party, and is perfect for the next party you are throwing. Ingredients: 5 lbs chicken wingettes 1 … [Read More...]
Sugar & Spiced Coffee
Now that the temperatures have dropped, we’re snuggling up and sipping on these cold weather classics. Community Coffee Company offers seasonal coffee blends (made exclusively with 100% Arabica beans) that are deliciously satisfying on their own AND in a number of food and drink recipes. Servings: 8 Cook Time: 15 … [Read More...]
Parenting
Preparing Children for Upcoming Airplane Travel
Planning a family trip can seem overwhelming enough to most parents, but planning on surviving the trip with children may seem impossible. With proper preparation, any parent can survive taking a trip on a plane with their children, no matter how old they are. It's helpful to prepare yourself and your children ahead of time for the … [Read More...]
A Guide To The Very Best Ways To Save On Travel
There’s something extremely exciting about visiting new places and learning about other cultures. The only problem with travelling is the cost - vacations rarely come cheap. While you might find a deal on your accommodation, for example, your flight tickets may end up costing you an arm and a leg. Travel can be a lot of fun, but if you’re … [Read More...]
Technology
New Games and Gaming Devices You Will Love
Looking for some fun games to play with the kids? We have some suggestions. Mario Kart is one of those games which turn a room full of strangers into a room full of new buddies- or at least rowdy racers. With equal parts skill, luck, and know how, Mario Kart has consistently been a gem of this gaming's generation. The latest in … [Read More...]
Bye Bye Box Boy and Aaero #VideoGames
Check out these two indie titles- one for the 3DS, Bye Bye box Boy and one for the Playstation 4, Aaero. Fun, inexpensive, and good for most gamers. This is the third Box Boy game in the line, Bye Bye Box Boy , is a game where players use the power of boxes to solve various puzzles as Qbby. This game is an enjoyable puzzle game … [Read More...]
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for the Nintendo Switch
Mario Kart is one of those games which turn a room full of strangers into a room full of new buddies- or at least rowdy racers. With equal parts skill, luck, and know how, Mario Kart has consistently been a gem of this gaming's generation. The latest in the franchise, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, dare I say may be the brightest gem so far. … [Read More...]
Nintendo Selects – the perfect basket stuffer
This Easter, instead of filling the kiddo's Easter baskets with candy and small plastic trinkets, why not fill it with something they will enjoy for hours and that they really want. Check out the games from the Nintendo Select line, which include some of the most fun 3DS games at a great price. Some of the titles include Kirby Triple … [Read More...]
Lifestyle
Visit the New York Renaissance Faire #NYRenFaire
Longing for a break from the routine, but don't have the time to take a week off right now? Travel to distant lands and faraway time periods, all within a short drive from your home. We recently visited the New York Renaissance Faire (or if you aren't local to NY, you can find another in your area- visit the website's main page for … [Read More...]
Six Tips for Cruising with Kids
Going on holiday with the kids is as equally rewarding as it can be frustrating. This is especially true if you are trying to travel to a range of different destinations. Corralling little ones onto flights can be tricky at the best of times and this is only exacerbated when you have multiple transfers and connecting flights to make. … [Read More...]
