Travel
The Winter Clove Family Resort in the Catskills
Read more on This Girl Travels! Winter is a great time to visit the Catskills in upstate NY. With the wide variety of winter sports and activities to do in the area, head East, young man (or woman) when next the weather looks stormy. What a great place to get stranded during a blizzard! When we last visited, it was less then a winter wonderland. In fact, it was downright balmy at 50 degrees. While that made for a nice {Read More}
Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa
Nestled in a setting so lovely you might never want to leave is the Digby Pines Golf Resort and Spa. Located in the scenic town of Digby, Nova Scotia this resort offers a one of a kind stay with the natural beauty of the area, the superb amenities and the unforgettable hospitality of the staff. Digby Pines features rooms and cottages to accommodate your needs. From luxurious king size beds to cozy little twins, the rooms are charming, very comfortable, {Read More}
Rafting Down the Payette River
If adventure is calling your name, consider answering it in Idaho. Not only is the area beautiful, and full of some of the most amazing nature, fishing, camping, and outdoor activities you can imagine, but the people are unmatched in friendliness and hospitality. When I landed in Boise, I actually had “culture shock” if that’s possible. Flying in from a city voted “America’s Unfriendliest”- yes, that’s a thing, and yes, that’s where we live- we landed in a place where {Read More}
Discover Wild Idaho
Ready the full story on This Girl Travels! Idaho is an amazing place, full of natural wonders and a unique history as well. If you visit, you will want to make a stop in Boise, the state’s capital. There is much to see and do in Boise, especially if you have the kids in tow. Some of our favorite things to do while in Boise were in a very localized area, so you won’t have far to go from place {Read More}
Cruise Like a Norwegian
Our first full day on board the Norwegian Breakaway cruise (out of NYC, convenient!) was just that- a full day. It was a day at sea, and it was still too cold to use the pools, hot tubs, or water slides in my opinion. Instead, we explored the ship and took part in many of the ships on-board activities. We went down to the buffet for breakfast, and found ourselves a table. Before you enter, the staff sprays your hands {Read More}
A Visit to the Hotel Adler Thermae, Tuscany
A getaway does wonders for the spirit, but when that trip is to Tuscany your soul will sing with delight. The sights, the sounds and the people offer a refreshing change of pace from the daily grind. A more lovely place to vacation couldn’t be found. A trip to Tuscany is an occasion, and such a wondrous occasion calls for top notch accommodations. Hotel Adler Thermae fits the bill perfectly. Imagine a luxury resort that is a perfect mix of {Read More}
Reviews & Giveaways
Win PENGUINS OF MADAGASCAR DVD and Fun Activity Sheets
“Hilarious! A zany blast the entire family will enjoy. Nothing but non-stop fun and laughter!” – Shawn Edwards, FOX-TV Perfect for Easter Gift Baskets, the Blu-ray™ and DVD Come With Two Hopping Penguin Toys Available for a Limited Time They’re cute…they’re cuddly…they’re back! From the creators of MADAGASCAR comes the hilarious new movie that proves global espionage is for the birds! In DreamWorks’ PENGUINS OF MADAGASCAR, your favorite super-spies—Skipper, Kowalski, Rico and Private—join forces with the elite North Wind team {Read More}
Win CARE BEARS SHARE YOUR CARE DVD
Share in the fun with the Care Bears when Care Bears: Share Your Care arrives on DVD (plus Digital HD), Digital HD and On Demand February 3 from Lionsgate Home Entertainment. Join your favorite Care Bears and their friends in Care-A-Lot as they learn the importance of having great values in three delightful episodes from the CGI-animated series “Care Bears: Welcome to Care-a-Lot.” Filled with friendship and fun, the Care Bears: Share Your Care DVD will be available for the {Read More}
Win Tickets to Big Apple Circus — METAMORPHOSIS
Fly away to the magical ring, to the circus — to the Big Apple Circus! — where an All-New Show — METAMORPHOSIS — with astonishing acts and startling transformations will transport you to a realm of enchantment under the Big Top! For its 37th Season, Big Apple Circus soars on wings of artifice and illusion, to a dreamscape domain where no one sits more than 50 feet from the ring, and nothing is impossible! Big Apple Circus presents the World {Read More}
THE BOOK OF LIFE New Years Resolution Family Movie Night #BOLinsiders
We recently watched the new movie, coming out on Blu-ray/DVD on Jan. 27, called THE BOOK OF LIFE. We all wanted to see it- it looked good in previews. I am happy to say it was better then we thought it would be- it was good for kids and for adults, too. It was also visually stunning- very cool animation. Not sure why they chose to make weird wooden-puppet-people, but it worked and it was fun. The underworld/afterlife scenes were {Read More}
Endless Jewelry introduces the ENDLESS LOVE COLLECTION
Every woman is unique and different, so why give her a cookie-cutter, run-of-the-mill gift? Endless Jewelry introduces the limited edition ENDLESS LOVE COLLECTION – unique and contemporary love-infused charms to show some LOVE in a customized and very special way. I personally am in love with these bracelets- so pretty, unique, and customizable. They are also soft and warm on your skin, and don’t jingle- which is different then nearly every other kind of jewelry out there. “Every woman has {Read More}
Win a Wash ‘n Zip Dog Bed
I am sure by now you have all seen about a zillion photos of our newest addition, Cooper. Cooper is new, 2 and a half years old, and hails from NYC. He’s had a rough start, coming to us with a previously undiagnosed illness (fun surprise there!) but is settling in. Cooper likes to snuggle. He is above laying on the floor- I can tell you I have never seen him sit on a hardwood, laminate, or tile floor- he {Read More}
Recipes
Chicken Enchilada Soup
As cold as it is outside here, let me tell you that there isn't anything better than some good soup! Or is there? Actually having that soup cook in the crock-pot all day long with no extra work from you makes it even better. I am very excited to share my Quick and Easy Chicken Enchilada Soup Recipe with you. What You Need: 3 … [Read More...]
Kitchen Roll-Ups- Fruit Leather from your Juicer
For most owners of a powerful Breville juicer, the job description of their machine begins and ends with extracting juices from fruits and vegetables. However, a juicer can be one of the most versatile tools in the kitchen for an adventurous cook, and one of its hidden powers is the ability to make fruit leather in your own home. … [Read More...]
Turkey Soup
This recipe is really easy, and it's great to use left over meat with it. I always make this after a family dinner or, Thanksgiving, Christmas even. You take those left overs and the carved up turkey ( bones and fat and all) boil it for a few hours with vegetables till all the meat falls off. Toss some beans in there, you have left over … [Read More...]
Amazing Chocolate Cocktails
Got a chocolate lover in your life? Maybe you are looking for an amazing "signature drink" for an upcoming party. You will love the flavored vodkas by Van Gogh - they do all the work for you, just mix and serve! So delicious, and there is nothing overly "girly" about them, so the guys will enjoy it as well. … [Read More...]
Parenting
How To: Quick Birthday Robot Snack for Kids
Being a teacher, blogger, mom, and grad school student I feel like I am always running from on thing to the other. I love to take time to do fun, and cute crafts, but sometimes I feel like I go way too long without doing them. I was so excited to be able to put together these cute little robot snacks for my daughter and her friends at … [Read More...]
How to Prepare Your Child for Sleep-Away Camp
Whether your school offers some kind of outdoor education week where all the kids in a class go to a nearby camp for a few days, or you are the type of parent that likes to send kids to summer camp every year, eventually you'll need to think about how you can best prepare the tots in your household for sleeping somewhere other than in the … [Read More...]
Technology
Captain Toad: Treasure Hunter
Disclosure- We received the below in order to complete this review. All opinions are our own and honest. There are many Nintendo characters out there who, after a major to minor introduction in a Mario game, received their own spin off game. Some of this elite crew are Yoshi, Luigi, and Princess Peach. Of these classic characters … [Read More...]
New amiibo From Nintendo
Disclosure- we received the below in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are out own and honest. My son is a Nintendo Kid Reviewer. Brand new and just in time for the holiday season are Nintendo's new amiibo (Wii U compatible). The best part about these video game figurines is that you don't need to buy a portal or … [Read More...]
Skylanders Trap Team
Disclosure- We received the below in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are our own and honest. Skylanders are here again? Still? Either way the new Trap Team game is a blast to play. Not only for adults but also for kids. This is one of those games that will bring parents and children together in the same game with the … [Read More...]
Play Nintendo: Game Showcase series
The first episode of the Play Nintendo: Game Showcase series for kids is now available! Check it out- it might give you some great ideas for the holiday season. (It can also help the "less video game inclined" among us to know what the kids in our lives are looking for right about now- so, useful!) … [Read More...]
Lifestyle
Things People with Wanderlust Appreciate
Whether you backpack solo, take a guided tour, or stay at a resort, traveling is always an adventure. Martin Buber, the famous philosopher once said, "All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware." His statement rings true today. Every time we travel, we open our minds to something new. For the most part, travel … [Read More...]
Find Balance off the Beaten Path — Retreats for the Entire Family to Enjoy
What does it mean to truly unwind and relax? Can you even think of the last time you were completely unplugged without anywhere to be or anything to do? If you’re like most families, it’s probably been a while since you’ve felt really rested. These days, with school, work, soccer practice and getting dinner on the table, you’ve likely … [Read More...]
