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Bye Bye Summer Travels… …

August 30, 2016 By admin

As summer slowly comes to an end here in New York, we’re getting ready for back-to-school (next week, yay!) and I’m really looking forward to getting my routine back.

We had a super fun summer with trips to Splish Splash, Sesame Place, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Long Island and most recently Punta Cana to visit our pal SpongeBob.

Bye, bye summer travels…

We had camp adventures, vacations and staycations, sightseeing trips, museum outings, playground time, amusement park visits and playdates with friends and family.

We lounged poolside, raised butterflies, saw some fun shows and movies, played mini-golf, swam like a mermaid, read some books, rode carousels, attempted to ride a bike, journaled about our travels, made artisan ice cream and went back-to-school shopping. Last but certainly not least, G experienced her first ice cream truck (the moving kind) at Camp Grandma.

While I embark on one more week of Camp Mommy, I thought I’d leave you with a Travel Mamas story I wrote about five over-the-top hotel suites around the world. If you’re looking to celebrate or splurge, there is something on this list for everyone (big and small). Click the link for details.

5 Incredible Hotel Suites for Kids that Feel Like Stepping into a Movie

And if you’re guessing that The Pineapple made this list, you’re right. Just check out these fun Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana digs:

The Pineapple at Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana

Master bedroom at The Pineapple at Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana

The Pineapple at Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana

Private infinity pool at The Pineapple at Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana

The Pineapple at Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana

Do you have any fun trips planned for fall? Tell me below in the comments.

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2014 Holiday Gift Guide Part …

December 12, 2014 By admin

Last week I featured my holiday gift guide for all the kids and parents on your list and today I’m back with some fun family friendly gift ideas! Stay tuned for my picks for the best holiday toys.

FOR THE REST OF THE FAMILY:

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Globetrotting Mommy’s 2014 Holiday Gift Guide

For jewelry loving aunts, these tres chic Jet Set Candy luggage tag necklaces are sure to please. Moms would love these too – hint, hint…

For the cousins, I think this colorful Novogratz-Designed “Family” Blanket from Old Navy is too cute. Pair it with some DVDs and movie snacks and you’ll be all set.

For grandparents who juggle a million appointments, what could be better than a personalized photo calendar? I made this one from Shutterfly but there are so many great options out there. I love that you can add in family photos, birthdays and other special family dates.

For nieces and nephews – Kids love getting games for the holidays but imagine how many bonus points you’ll score for giving them a game with chocolate game pieces? Yes, edible! Gamesformotion has taken some of the best family friendly games (Candy Land, Guess Who, Monopoly, Scrabble, and others) and added Belgium milk chocolate playing pieces! My daughter and I tried these first-hand and we both think these will be a win with the kids.

FAMILY FRIENDLY GIFTS:

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Globetrotting Mommy’s 2014 Holiday Gift Guide

For the whole family, I love the idea of a year-long subscription gift so the Jeni’s ice cream Pint Club is a great fit. The lucky recipient gets three pints of Jeni’s dreamy ice cream delivered four times a year. Sign me up!

For chocolate lovers – Small edible gifts are always a win around the holidays and Trader Joe’s has some really fun options. Their Chocolate Passport set and Dark Chocolate Covered Star Shortbread Cookies (and mini stars in mint) are my personal favorites.

Speaking of cookies, cookie decorating is always a fun family activity but if you’re too tired to bake, Walkers shortbread cookies come in festive shapes making them a tasty option. Grab some frosting in a tube and sprinkles and you’ve got a fun no-planning holiday playdate.

If you’re looking for a fun family gift that can be used year after year, I love the idea of sending flowers in a keepsake cookie jar. Teleflora’s Gingerbread Cookie Jar Bouquet is a festive arrangement in a hand-painted gingerbread-house cookie jar that also includes a recipe for Chocolate-Dipped Cookies.

Have a great weekend!

Some samples received, however all opinions are my own. Special thanks to Momtrends for hosting me at their holiday event.

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Fun Food Friday: Amazing Ice …

July 25, 2014 By admin

Did you know that July is National Ice Cream Month? Who comes up with this stuff? Move over Mister Softee because I’m about to share my top 5 picks for amazing ice cream in NYC’s East Village.

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Fun Food Friday: Amazing Ice Cream Cones in NYC’s East Village

These family friendly frozen treats will please adult and kiddie palates so plan to treat the whole family.

Sundaes and Cones (95 East 10th Street)

This ice cream parlor is around the corner from my apartment and I can still remember indulging in a lot of pregnancy ice cream cravings back in the summer of 2009. They have some traditional flavors but you’ll want to try the more exotic options like taro, black sesame, Thai tea, wasabi, corn and more. Everything is homemade and delicious.

Davey’s Ice Cream (137 1st Avenue)

This new ice cream shop features handmade classics like Mexican Vanilla, Chocolate Chocolate, Strong Coffee, Cookies & Cream, Peppermint Chip and Roasted Pistachio but you will also want to check out their seasonal flavors like Ultra Babka featuring extra chocolatey cinnamon babka from Moishe’s Bake Shop and Brunch featuring chunks of maple cinnamon brioche french toast and slabs of coffee glazed bacon. OMG!

Big Gay Ice Cream Cone (125 East 7th Street)

This East Village outpost is known for their over the top signature cones like the Salty Pimp (vanilla ice cream, dulce de leche and sea salt topped dipped in chocolate), Bea Arthur (vanilla ice cream topped with dulce de leche and crushed vanilla waffers), Cococone (vanilla ice cream topped with toasted curried coconut) and American Globs (vanilla ice cream, pretzels and sea salt dipped in chocolate). Yum!

Momofuku Milk Bar (251 East 13th Street)

Do you remember how the milk at the bottom of your cereal bowl tasted when you were a kid? Well, imagine that flavor as soft-serve ice cream and you’ve got Cereal Milk Soft Serve. It’s definitely on the sweet side and not for everyone but kids seem to like it.

Dessert Club, Chikalicious (203 East 10th Street)

Imagine a yummy soft-serve vanilla ice cream served in an eclair! Yes, its the Eclair Soft Serve Cone and it is also available as in a sandwich version topped with hot fudge. May as well skip brunch and just have this.

If you’re based in NYC or if you’re heading to the Big Apple this summer, you’ll want to check these out. Let me know which are your favorites.

Father’s Day Gift Guide …

June 5, 2014 By admin

Still looking for a great Father’s Day gift? Here is my Father’s Day Gift Guide just in time for the June 15 celebrations. Just add in a homemade card from your kid and you’ll be all set.

Globetrotting Mommy Father’s Day Gift Guide

For the dad who has everything, this personalized I Love You Dad puzzle from Red Envelope is sure to please. Just give them an address or special location and they turn it into a keepsake 40-piece puzzle.

Globetrotting Mommy Father’s Day Gift Guide

For the dad who needs a back rub, try this cute Car Play Mat T-Shirt. Kids will love rolling cars all over his back and dad will enjoy a mini massage. Win, win!

Globetrotting Mommy Father’s Day Gift Guide

For the foodie dad, try Jeni’s Father’s Day Collection featuring four ice cream flavors every dad will love (think dark chocolate, ale, rosemary bar nuts and more).

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Globetrotting Mommy Father’s Day Gift Guide

Got a daddy who travels a lot for work? These private jet cuff links from Rotenier are just the ticket.

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Globetrotting Mommy Father’s Day Gift Guide

For the dad who’d rather be sailing, I love this Tossed Anchor silk/linen tie from Jonathan Adler.

Globetrotting Mommy Father’s Day Gift Guide

Top 10 Family Friendly Things …

May 28, 2014 By admin

Following up on the Spotlight on Hershey, Pennsylvania – The Sweetest Place on Earth post, here are Globetrotting Mommy’s Top 10 Family Friendly Things to do in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

1) Visit Hersheypark. No visit to Hershey is complete without a trip to this famed amusement park. More than 65 kiddie rides, amazing roller coasters and water park attractions await visitors of all ages.