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Back-To-School Giveaway Extravaganza! #BTSready

August 7, 2014 By admin

Back to School, Giveaway

I’m super excited to join some of my favorite bloggers for a Back-to-School Giveaway!  If you’ve got kids you’re definitely going to want to enter. It’s time to get ready to head back to school and a group of us got together to share some of our favorite products that make that first day a little […]

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32 CommentsFiled Under: Contest, Don't travel without, Fashion, Food and Drink, Great Gifts, Just for Boys, Just for Girls, Just for Kids, Luggage and Bags, Products I love Tagged With: #BTSready, back-to-school, backpack, blogger giveaway, Car seat, giveaway, Haba, Mabel's Labels, Peppercorn Kids, Ruum, Skip Hop, Sneakz, Spbang, Stride Rite, Vamousse, Wall Pops

Best Booster Car Seat for Traveling: BubbleBum Review

August 5, 2014 By admin

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After years of dealing with baby and toddler car seats, I’m thrilled to report that my daughter now meets the requirements to travel in a booster car seat. If you’re looking for the best booster car seat for traveling, look no further than the BubbleBum inflatable booster car seat for kids ages four-11. I recently […]

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5 CommentsFiled Under: apps, Don't travel without, Just for Boys, Just for Girls, Products I love, reviews, Road Trip, Travel, Travel Safety Tagged With: booster car seat, booster seat, car, Car seat, carpooling, kids, rental car, road trip, taxis, Travel

Around the World in NYC this Sunday…

July 31, 2014 By admin

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If you’ll be in New York City this Sunday, August 3, head over to Union Square for some free globetrotting fun at the IYF Culture Exhibition. We checked it out last weekend and really loved all the amazing dance performances from around the world (India, South Africa, Jamaica, Russia, Korea and more…) and multi-cultural exhibits. Booths […]

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Leave a CommentFiled Under: crafty, Day Trip, Events, India, Just for Fun, multicultural, New York, playtime, United States Tagged With: arts and crafts, Clarke's Standard, Coffee Shop, Dance, Evelyn's Playground, IYF Culture Exhibition, Max Brenner, multi-cultural, music, New York City, New York with Kids, NYC, Union Square, Union Square Playground

Globetrotting Mommy: Coolest Backpacks for Back to School

July 28, 2014 By admin

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It’s time for back-to-school shopping and today I’m sharing my picks for the coolest backpacks.  I was at a Momtrends Back-to-School event last week and learned that the hot fall colors are…..cobalt, orange and berry. Read on if your tots are starting Kindergarden like mine, college kids backpacking through Europe or anywhere in between… Blue has […]

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

July 25, 2014 By admin

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

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. 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) […]

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1 CommentFiled Under: Food and Drink, Just for Boys, Just for Dads, Just for Fun, Just for Girls, Just for Kids, Just for Moms, New York, reviews, Travel, United States Tagged With: amazing ice cream, Big Gay Ice Cream Cone, Chikalicious, Davey's Ice Cream, dessert, Dessert Club, East Village, Foodie, Fun Food Friday, ice cream, Momofuku Milk Bar, New York, New York City, Sundaes and Cones, treats

Amusement Parks 101: Top 10 Tips for Visiting Hersheypark, Pennsylvania

July 17, 2014 By admin

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Summertime means visits to amusement parks and today I’m sharing my Top 10 Tips for Visiting Hersheypark, Pennsylvania from my recent road trip… 1) Start your day early!  You’ll want to be in line when the gates open so you can enjoy the most popular rides before the crowds arrive.  If you can get your […]

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7 CommentsFiled Under: Amusement Park, apps, Day Trip, Just for Boys, Just for Fun, Just for Girls, Pennsylvania, playtime, Road Trip, Teen Travel, Travel, Travel Tips, United States, Where To Go, Zoo Tagged With: amusement park, amusement rides, family fun, Family Travel, Hershey, Hershey characters, Hersheypark, Pennsylvania, rides, road trip, summer vacation, Tips for visiting Hersheypark, waterparks

Spotlight on Wyndham Vacation Rentals

July 14, 2014 By admin

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This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Wyndham Vacation Rentals. Did you know that July is National Vacation Rental Month?  If you are a vacation rental virgin, read on for my top five reasons why Wyndham Vacation Rentals are a great choice for family getaways. 1) Space, space, space.  When families stay […]

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Fun Food Friday: A Taste of Belgium with Wafels & Dinges

July 11, 2014 By admin

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New York City is home to some of best food trucks offering up flavors from all over the world.  If you’re looking to savor a sweet treat from Belgium, just start searching for the closest yellow Wafels & Dinges truck (or cart). The Belgian waffle debuted at the 1964 World’s Fair in Queens, when a Belgian restauranteur served […]

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Staycation Ideas 101: Juggle Bubbles

July 8, 2014 By admin

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Traveling with kids can be tough but sometimes you can have just as much fun at home (without packing or jet lag) when you take a staycation!  If your kids are home this summer, plan some day trips and explore your hometown like a tourist or just head out to your backyard or nearest playground […]

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Global Inspired Gift Idea for Babies Born in 2014

July 3, 2014 By admin

Tired of giving the same old baby gifts all the time? If you’re looking for a fun, globally inspired gift idea for babies born in 2014, you’ll want to check out Jade Stars: The Great Race book and gifts. We’ve all heard that this is the Year of the Horse according to the Chinese Zodiac, but do you know the […]

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Hi, I’m Lyla! I’ve been globetrotting with my husband, daughter, extended family, and girlfriends for years. I share travel tips, destination guides, and adventures that inspire women 40+ to explore the world. Globetrotting Mommy — and beyond!

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