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Delsey- the lightweight suitcase

December 18, 2012 by Samantha 2 Comments

We here are Have Sippy Will Travel have had our fair share of carrying luggage from point A to point B. Mostly in a rush, always with at least one bag on each arm and a suitcase in each hand. When going from car to terminal, or house to car, car to hotel- all start to take their toll both on your back and your nerves.

Each of these treks have one thing in common, a wish for lighter baggage. And ending in the same conversation, “Do we really need to bring all this stuff?” With kids the answer is always a resounding, “Yes”. Between the toys and the spare clothes, the wipes and the snacks, there are even some clothes for mommy and daddy in there- all of which are needed. So what can you do to skim off a few pounds and help your back and sanity? How about a lighter bag, for starters. Check out the new Delsey Helium Fusion 3. This suitcase line sports the lightest baggage I have ever carried while still being strong enough to carrying all your stuff. Some of the bags features include:

•Lightweight and fully featured.
• Modern aerial look with custom brand plate, zipper pulls, kickplate, skidbars, and lining.
• Built-in Over-Weight Indicator (Patent [Read more…]

Riedlbauer’s Resort in Upstate NY – Perfect for New Years Eve

December 17, 2012 by Samantha 6 Comments

Nestled in the Catskill Mountains of New York State is fun and family friendly, all inclusive Riedlbauer’s Resort. This German themed property is located on 70 acres of scenic land in Green County. A perfect getaway for all seasons, Reidlebauer’s Resort is all about family.

The resort is German themed, with the food and décor all as German as the name. There is often live music, and many times, it is German. German music plays over the speakers from breakfast to after dinnertime. Costumed dancers are known to show up now and again to preform authentic dances- we were privileged enough to see a dance troupe from the area while we were there. Many of the guests are native Germans, or have parents who are. Some speak the language, many understand it, and all enjoy singing traditional songs after dinner and dessert.

Many of the guests have been returning year after year, season after season. Children grow up and bring their own children to vacation or spend the weekend. The friendly staff treats everyone like family members- [Read more…]

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Legion of Honor – Museum of Fine Arts in California

December 15, 2012 by Samantha 3 Comments

High above the Golden Gates of San Francisco, where the Pacific meets the San Fransisco Bay, stands a stunning piece of architecture- The Legion of Honor. This building serves as the Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco. The Legion was originally constructed as a replica of the Palais de la Legion d’Honneur in Paris. The replica was designed by George Applegarth and was officially sanctioned by the French government in 1915. However, because of World War I, the ground breaking didn’t occur until 1921.

The museum is home to thousands of works of fine art including 100,000 works of art from Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Near East spanning over 4,000 years of art. In addition [Read more…]

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The Do’s and Don’ts of Traveling With Toddlers

December 5, 2012 by Samantha 2 Comments

Travel is a great way to see the world, have a new and exciting experience, and really take some time off to bond with your family and those that are most important to you. Travel also, however, takes a lot of effort. Especially if you’ve got a big family, there can be a lot to account for when you’re getting ready to take a big exciting trip, and it can really seem to be a little bit overwhelming when you’re the one in charge of making sure that everything goes off without a hitch. From planning activities and booking flights to packing up and actually getting everyone to the airport on time, there’s a lot that goes into just about any vacation. When you’re doing this whole song and dance with a toddler or two in tow, you know that there are going to have to be some special considerations made. Those kids right in between the ages of two and four often demand the most patience and special attention, and if you do this right you can save yourself some serious grief. Few things are tougher to deal with than an upset toddler, but when you can [Read more…]

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Little Pim- Language Fun and Culture For Kids #GiftGuide @LittlePim

November 27, 2012 by Samantha 6 Comments

Little Pim is just about the cutest Panda I have ever seen. Well, maybe baby pandas are cuter, but only by a little bit. But he is definitely the cutest multilingual panda I have ever seen. Little Pim teaches children a new language (or brushes up skills) through the usage of DVD’s CD’s, toys, books and games, with perhaps the most well known being the DVD’s. The way Pim DVD’s teach is through examples in short segments, each being 5 minutes long, which are part of a much larger theme, IE Spanish Disc 3 is Playtime. Throughout the disc children are shown 60 words and phrases which work with the playing theme. This way of educating is called Entertaining Immersion Method. Each Pim disc is jam packed with learning by diagram, example action and most of all fun. And did you know? Pim likes to travel! (Just check out some of his pictures below.)

Little Pim and Little Man travel via train in Shortsville, NY

Not only does Pim teach Spanish, but also French, Arabic, Russian, and Japanese. We love Little Pim, and his short but sweet DVD’s, each of which clock in at 35 minutes long. Thus giving mom and dad a breather for a little bit and the little ones a little language lesson at the same time- not turning the kiddos into brain-dead zombies. (Justify it, mommies! LOL)

Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion State Historic Park

Not only does Pim do DVD’s but also music with languages in the form of CD’s. The French Bop CD has 15 well known French children songs, all of which will help your little ones further understand the language and French culture. Some of the songs are: Tap, Tap, Tap, and Les Petites Marionettes. To round out our French learning experience there are also word and phrase cards to quiz your kids with. Little Man has recently found this game to be quite fun. He might not remember the words all the time yet, but loves it when he gets the words right. With practice, [Read more…]

Filed Under: education, kids, travel Tagged With: language for kids, learning language for kids, little pim

Planning A Trip To Chicago, Check The Cubs Schedule

November 13, 2012 by Samantha Leave a Comment

Whether you’re actually a fan of the “lovable losers” (the Cubs) or not, visiting Chicago between late March and the end of September should include Chicago Cubs tickets. Wrigley Field is one of the few original ballparks left and one of the most historic. Baseball fans of all teams should catch a game while staying in Chicago.

Of course, there’s quite a bit to do in the city of Chicago, but there’s nothing like the experience of a Chicago Cubs game. Many sports fans have compared this to a trip to Lambeau Field in Green Bay or to Notre Dame Stadium in South Bend. These are two of the other most historic sporting venues and Wrigley Field ranks up there with the best of them.

Going to a baseball game is an American tradition and who can turn down a great game, hot dogs, soda, beer, peanuts and even cracker jacks. Nearly everybody that grew up in the United States knows the words to the famous song that comes out during the [Read more…]

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Vacations with an Amish Flair in Lancaster, PA

November 5, 2012 by Samantha 11 Comments

Most of us spend our day to day lives feeling pulled in a thousand directions, and almost everyone I meet classifies themselves as a “busy” person. When it’s time to get away, scenic Lancaster, PA is one of the best places for a slower paced, laid back atmosphere to unwind in a family friendly environment. There is plenty to do (and eat), but you will never feel overwhelmed, rushed, or hurried. These are some of our favorite Amish-inspired destinations in Lancaster, one of our favorite places to spend time as a family.

All aboard the Strasburg Railroad! with the friendly conductor

The Strasburg Railroad is the home to many restored trains from around the USA. Many train fanatics call this site the best historic railroad in America for visitors, and for good reason. Recognized as one of the most significant historic railroads in the USA, the Strasburg Railroad has acquired historic trains from all over the country, and recently celebrated operating for 50 years as a tourist railroad It is one of the remaining stations where you and your family can ride the refurbished trains and steam engines. This station is large, restored, and maintained beautifully- a source of pride for [Read more…]