Travel
The Five Best Self-Led Bike Tours in NYC
New York City is the largest city in North America in terms of both population and land area. As such, it’s no wonder that tourists rarely get a chance to see everything on their wish list during their stay in the Big Apple. Most citizens have yet to see it all. Taking a self-led bike tour allows tourists to see the city on their own time while avoiding the often confusing subway routes and expensive cab fares. So reserve {Read More}
5 Reasons why you should stay in a farmhouse on your next vacation
It’s very rare to hear of people renting or staying in farmhouses for their vacations. Resorts and hotels are most preferable but after reading this, you might change your mind. New experience Beaches, mountains, and resorts are the common go to when planning your vacation but too much of something is poisonous. In an attempt to avoid that monotony, plan a vacation in a farmhouse where you will be surrounded by the peaceful nature. This experience kills two birds with {Read More}
In a New York State of Mind
Looking to spend some time in The Big Apple with the family? Here are some great places to visit while you are there. LEGO’s are fun for kids of all ages, and the LEGOLAND Discovery Center in NY is a great place to spend the day for LEGO lovers of all ages. The adventure begins by learning how Lego bricks are made and a kiddie-version of the history of little plastic bricks. After this interesting introduction, its time to ride some rides and visit {Read More}
Visit Antlers at Vail Colorado
The Perfect Hotel for Your Trip to Vail Whether you are planning a ski trip or a visit in summer to beautiful Colorado you could not pick a better destination than Vail and you could not find a better place to stay than Antlers Hotel. The list of benefits for staying at Antlers at Vail is long. The rooms/condos are equipped with full stocked kitchens, lovely decor, and balcony views of Gore Creek, which runs behind the hotel and the {Read More}
Copper Mountain, Ski Colorado
Hit the Slopes Here on Your Next Vacation Whether you slip your boots into skis or a snowboard the important part is where you get to ride. When in Colorado and the Rockies a top choice is Copper Mountain Resort for lodging, entertainment, dining, and of course the trails. The views from the top of Copper Mountain are absolutely stunning. I could have spent all day at the top if it wasn’t so fun going back down! Copper Mountain is just {Read More}
Toast & Co. at Copper Mountain
A Must Stop when Skiing Copper Mountain Colorado When every item on the menu looks so good you can’t chose, you know you are in the right spot. Toast & Co. at the Copper Mountain Resort in Colorado is the dining destination not to be missed. Located just outside the main square in picturesque Center Village you can walk right over from the slopes then hop right back on a lift and keep riding. They only serve breakfast and lunch {Read More}
Reviews & Giveaways
Baltic Amber Necklace Giveaway
Baltic amber has been around for centuries, helping communities boost their immune systems while reducing inflammation caused by many ailments. It’s only been in the last several decades that this medicinally valuable stone has been made into an amber teether for 24/7 relief. Baltic amber is paving the way for modern medicine to have a natural approach. Amber contains succinic acid, which is the component responsible for reducing inflammation, stress, and it’s packed with antioxidants. Properties of Baltic Amber: Found {Read More}
Summer Safety Must-Haves for Children!
Getting ready for summer travel? You’ll want to know about these items to help keep the kids healthy and ouch-free. BugBand Be Prepared Kit www.bugband.net BugBand Insect Repellent Wristbands and BugBand Towelettes have been combined in a unique insect repellent kit, perfect for your child heading off to summer camp or enjoying outdoor activities! Licensed by the Boy Scouts of America through their prestigious “Be Prepared” Brand, BugBand has combined the long-lasting power of their Insect Repelling Wristbands with the {Read More}
SunSafe RX to Protect Your Skin
At our house, we are always looking at new ways to protect ourselves from the sun’s harmful effects. Some of us, mostly the men of the house, burn with just the mention of Summer, let alone the actual sun. But we are trekkers and must be in the sun, so what to do? Well, lots of sunblock, for one. We also found a product called Sunsafe Rx. Sunsafe Rx is a natural supplement which helps protect against both UVA and {Read More}
Spring into Fitness with this Gear
Now that the weather is starting to warm up, we are excited to be headed back outside more often. Here are some of our favorites for ready-for-Spring fitness wear. Ready to hit the trails? Us too! This has been a long winter (thanks, Phil) and we are more then enthusiastic about warmer weather and more outside time. If you are a runner, walker, or hiker, you will love these new sneakers from Brooks Running. The Launch 5 is a lightweight shoe with a {Read More}
Must Have Water Toys from Swimways
Disclosure- We received the below in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are our own and honest. In my house we love to spend time outside, but even more importantly. We love to spend time in the water. My girls were so excited to see all of these awesome products and have been begging me to find them an indoor pool ASAP. Check out all these great products from Swimways Aerobie Pro Ring The thin design of this ring {Read More}
BBlüv Baby Monitor
Keep an Eye on Your Little One with BBlüv It’s true that no matter how old the kid you always want to have one eye on them for when they need you. After a certain age that gets to be impossible, but at no time is it more important than when they are helpless in their crib. You want to have the tools to keep them safe and a baby monitor is high on the list of important gear for a {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 Video Series Reveals Details about Toy-Con Garage Mode for Nintendo Labo #Nintendo #VideoGames
In the first video of a short series, Nintendo revealed new details about Toy-Con Garage mode, an inventive feature included with the software in each Nintendo Labo kit for the Nintendo Switch system (sold separately). Toy-Con Garage introduces basic principles of technology in a fun way, allowing Nintendo Labo users to combine various … [Read More...]
The Car Game for Which You’ve Been Waiting
Finding a challenging and fun car game for free online is like finding a needle in a haystack. If you’re a gamer, you know that little to no free online games offer entertaining and challenging gameplay worth your time. You might give them a try every once in a while, but you’re usually disappointed with the turnout and just end up going … [Read More...]
The Newest Version of a Fun Game
The day we’ve all been waiting for has finally arrived: the release of the next Duck Life game. If you haven’t played any of the previous three games of the Duck Life series, you’re seriously missing out, but this article is for the rest of us that have been waiting on this new release. Like the other Duck Life games, the newest … [Read More...]
Emoji Trends Show Strong Growth Patterns
Are Emojis the #1 Communication Tool for Everyone? It’s hard to imagine a world without emojis. These little icons are fast gaining traction as the preferred communication tool across all demographics. PCs, smartphones, and tablets would be better served by replacing alphanumeric keys on their keyboards with emoticons and emojis. … [Read More...]
Lifestyle
One Thousand Nights and One Day,” a new musical at ART/NY Mezzanine Theatre
One Thousand Nights and One Day will play the ART/NY Mezzanine Theatre (502 West 53rd Street between 10th and 11th Avenues) and is produced by Prospect Theater Company (Cara Reichel, Producing Artistic Director.) In mythic Persia, a daring young woman spins tales to save the kingdom and her life. In modern-day New York, a Jewish man … [Read More...]
CloudMover Day Spa Huntington Beach
The Beach and a Spa, What Better Day... Huntington Beach California is a vacation destination, or if you are lucky might be right outside your backdoor. Sunshine and relaxation are only enhanced by a day at the spa and the one to hit is CloudMover Day Spa. Voted #1 seven years in a row by the OC Hotlist you want to go where the locals go … [Read More...]
