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Win A Vacation to Los Cabos #DiamondResorts Property

June 30, 2014 by Samantha 28 Comments

How long has it been since you got away with your family? It can be hard, sure- but it’s also so important to take time with those who matter most to you and recharge your batteries once in a while. Diamond Resorts wants to help you find the time, and is offering one lucky reader the stay of a lifetime in Los Cabos Cabo Azul!

We are giving away a 7-day vacation for a family of four to Diamond Resorts International® in Los Cabos Cabo Azul. If you needed an excuse to get away, here it is! Make sure you enter for your chance to win.

Diamond Resorts International® has a network of more than 300 vacation destinations located in 33 countries throughout the continental United States, Hawaii, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, South America, Central America, Europe, Asia, Australia and Africa. Diamond Resorts manages vacation ownership resorts and sells vacation ownership points that provide members and owners with Vacations of a Lifetime™ through 93 managed resorts, 210 affiliated properties and four cruise itineraries. You can enter to win the “Vacations of a Lifetime” sweepstakes as well- here is some additional information about it- “Dozens of entrants will win resort stays during the sweepstakes, and seven grand prize winners will each have the opportunity to win from a one-week stay up to 80 weeks of accommodations over a 20 year period at any Diamond Resorts International® property throughout the world. Consumers can enter from now through July 22, 2014, at diamondresorts.com. ”
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Kamino iOS App For Travel

June 24, 2014 by Samantha 3 Comments

When traveling to a new place, one of the first couple of important steps is acclimating yourself to your new setting. The best way to do this is take a walk. Wander around a bit, see what you can find. Go a bit off the beaten path. This works, sometimes, but sometimes after your little stroll you come back only to find out you just missed an incredible view or the best Chinese this side of the Mississippi. Alternately, you get crazy lost. This isn’t the end of the world but is aggravating, and it would have been nice to know what was around during your adventure. This is the general idea behind Kamino. Kamino lets users share their hikes around an area with other users, leading to new adventures and great finds.

Kamino is simple to use, it works using the GPS of your phone and other users suggestions. The various hikes can include nature walks or simply a stroll around your local suburbs, highlighting locations like restaurants, recreation areas, bars, and stores. This service can be great fun for explorers or for those of us who are not as adventurous. Either by striking out and finding great local hot spots or having your own walking tour, this app will be a useful tool. An important characteristic to remember is the GPS component of the app, so the user will have the GPS with them constantly. This makes getting lost difficult and finding new stuff very easy.
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Hilton for Your Summer Vacation

June 21, 2014 by Samantha 2 Comments

This is a sponsored post that contains affiliate links. All opinions are my own and honest.

When I think of vacation, the first thing that pops into my head is “where am I going to sleep”? Once I know where I want to go, location wise, I want to know where I am going to lay my head at night- no one wants a nasty surprise when they check in. You just want to know there is a nice hotel room waiting for you after an awesome day of sightseeing (or lounging, whatever strikes your fancy). Have you seen all the properties and locations that the Hilton offers? I’ve never been disappointed by a Hilton hotel, and it’s one of the brands we tend to look for when booking.

When traveling across the country or just down the shore, Hilton Hotels can be found almost everywhere. Stop in for a night (or a few) to catch some rest, relaxation, and stellar customer service. At every Hilton, you are greeted as a personal guest of the concierge- as you should be- and the rooms are clean and new. Something to remember is that Hilton is not only an American institution, but also a global brand, and as such has a reach across Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. This brings us to their current promotion running.
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Karisma Hotels & Resorts Riviera Maya

June 21, 2014 by Samantha 8 Comments

Traveling with children should not mean that you have to settle for less than the best in accommodations. Karisma Hotels & Resorts understands that the desire for a luxury getaway doesn’t diminish once you have kids, and they want to cater to your unique needs as a family at the Generations Riviera Maya resort.

Imagine a family trip to Mexico, with spacious suites that measure up to 1200 square feet, complete with a breathtaking view of the white sanded beach. Rooms on floors 1-4 will offer an amenity your family will love: the swim up suites.

With your family in mind, Generations Riviera Maya Resorts offers carefree travel by offering use of the Gourmet Inclusive amenities such as changing tables, cribs, pack & plays, strollers and just about anything you can imagine needing for the comfort of your little one.

Generations Riviera Maya wants your family to be comfortable, but they also want your kids to be entertained and happy too. The Eko Kids Club offers children age 4-12 the chance to experience supervised activities that are environmentally friendly and fun. Babies and toddlers will love the shady Baby Beach Lounges complete with toys and nanny services so that Mom and Dad can take a break and soak up the sun.

A stay at Generations Riviera Maya is not only about fun in the sun. The gourmet factor is worth mentioning as it will speak to your stomach. The Gourmet Inclusive experience includes all gourmet meals served a la carte at any of the four restaurants and two lounges, as well as premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, 24-hour room service and personal butler service.
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The Colonial Inn – the place to stay in Ogunquit, Maine

June 20, 2014 by Samantha 9 Comments

If you love hotels with class, charm and history and you happen to be planning a visit to Ogunquit, Maine (or want to!) I have found the perfect hotel for you. The Colonial Inn has been in business, providing a lovely place to stay in a central location for over 125 years.

In 2013 a massive 4 million dollar renovation was completed to restore The Colonial Inn to the ranks of the finest hotels in Ogunquit. While retaining the Victorian Charm of the hotel, the renovations offer guests the modern amenities such as a hosted wine/social hour, a heated outdoor pool and entertaining areas for families.

The Colonial Inn offers a fantastic vantage point of all that Ogunquit has to offer- the hotel is close to the beautiful beaches which have made the area an ideal vacation spot. I liked that we could walk or take the trolley, which conveniently stops in front of The Colonial Inn, and explore the shops, the restaurants and the sights without the frustrations of driving.
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Headed to San Fran? Stay at The St. Regis San Francisco

June 19, 2014 by Samantha 11 Comments

Planning a visit to San Francisco gets me excited, from the culture to the style of the city, I can barely wait to arrive. Knowing I will be staying at The St. Regis San Francisco only adds to my anticipation. They also have a very cool program being offered at this exquisite hotel, my son had a great time and I know your kids will as all.

The Family Traditions Program has the youngest traveler in mind. With amenities and activities designed for youngsters, The St. Regis San Francisco takes luxury to a kid friendly level.

Upon check, in children receive a gift basket curated with their age in mind. Babies will enjoy lotions and toys, toddlers will love coloring books and teddy bears while older children might receive a puzzle and TCHO artisan chocolates.

When you are ready to begin the adventure of experiencing San Francisco kid style, The St. Regis San Francisco has tailored family excursions that will not require a lot of travel thanks to the central location of the hotel. From a nearby park complete with sandboxes, swings and an indoor ice skating rink to IMAX theaters keeping the kids busy and happy is a breeze. You might want to fit in time to bike across the Golden Gate Bridge, or take in a ball game, so turn to the concierge team of The St. Regis San Francisco. They are happy to assist you in creating a itinerary that is customized to your interests.
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Wordless Wednesday – Clear Skies, Clear Waters

June 11, 2014 by Samantha Leave a Comment

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Cruising with MSC Divina – MSC Cruises‎

June 11, 2014 by Samantha 15 Comments

Disclosure- We received the below trip in order to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own and honest. Please see “Disclose” tab for more info.

My son, husband, and I recently took a cruise on the beautiful MSC Divina. Out of Miami, Florida, we spent 3 days docked at various islands, and 4 more at sea, for a total of 7 days including the one we boarded. The time we spent on board was fun, and there was a lot to do on the ship.

My son and an MSC dancer, about to dance the Tarantella

Every day, they passed out a daily newsletter that gave you list of the day’s activities and events, as well as where and when they were. We took advantage of as many of these as we could, both because we wanted to fully experience the cruise and because one never knows when they will get the chance to do some of the activities again.

“White Gala” on board the MSC Divina

We took Italian lessons, which my son and I enjoyed- but my husband didn’t. Luckily, they had a bar very nearby, where he went and spent the remainder of the lesson. The lesson was offered in 3 parts, but we only did two of them. Daddy was a good sport about it.

We loved the dance lessons that were offered on the ship- almost every day, they had multiple options and times for a new dance to learn. We tried out three of them- the Meringue, the Tarantella (a traditional Itlaian dance), and “Thriller” (the epic Michael Jackson song and dance!) My son decided to do kids club for “Thriller” instead of dancing, but that’s fine- the husband and I had a great time. I think “Thriller” was both of our favorites. Neither of us are dancers, and my husband normally HATES to dance- the fact that he not only participated but also enjoyed himself is crazy to me. I was thrilled with it!
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