When visiting Walt Disney World with children many people overlook spending time at Epcot Center. There’s no crazy rides, in fact there aren’t many rides at all. However, if you want to expose your children to other parts of the world (without needing to buy an around the world flight) there’s no place better! Epcot used to be thought of as an adults only park but today, things have changed. Not only will children have a great time visiting, they’ll be learning while having fun. Visit 11 Continue Reading
My “Not-So Perfect” Holiday Memory + Luvs Prize Pack Giveaway Ends 12/23 #LuvsLeakFreeHoliday #Ad
Disclaimer: This is part of a sponsored collaboration with Latina Mom Bloggers and Luvs. All opinions are 100% mine. The Holidays can be stressful especially when you have little ones. This year it seems like our two children have asked Santa for almost zilch! I should be thrilled right? Somehow it makes me sad. I remember those days when my littles were running around the Christmas tree in diapers and trying to yank all my pretty ornaments off of my beautiful tree. I miss those days! Continue Reading
Fun All Year Long: South Padre Island Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Resort #BeachHoliday #Ad @usfg
Disclosure: Our recent coverage of Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark and Resort is courtesy of USFamilyGuide.com & Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark and Resort. All opinions are thoughts are my own. Where can you wear shorts and flip flops pretty much year around? We did on our recent visit to South Padre, Texas. South Padre Island offers travelers year around beautiful beaches and a causal coastal community. South Padre Island is also home to Schlitterbahn Waterpark and Resort where families Continue Reading
6 Outdoor Items You Need Before Your Next Camping Trip #BayouTravel
My family and I love to camp especially during the cooler months. For us, aside from being mosquito-free, not being overheated is a major factor but bracing the elements is always challenging. One thing you should always do when planning an upcoming camping trip is prepare! When you head out into the wild, the last thing you want to do is be ill-prepared. While some folks head out into the wilderness and pop up their campers, others like to go out and rough it a little bit. For those Continue Reading
What I’m saying and What He Hears -5 Misinterpreted Phrases #TheMoodStrikes #Ad
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #TheMoodStrikes #CollectiveBias In 1997 I married my high school sweetheart. Well, I was a high school senior and he had graduated several years earlier. We married after my first year at college when I was a mere 18 years old. Naturally life was carefree and we had the freedom to be spontaneous. Fast forward 17 years of marriage and we're tired. Tired of work, tired of bills, Continue Reading
Tabasco Green Jalapeño Party Food Recipes – Chile Verde Pork Carnitas #SeasonedGreetings #Ad
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SeasonedGreetings #CollectiveBias My family does things a little unconventional. When we are cooking for our large family events it usually includes Latino foods. Not only are we celebrating our own heritage but Latino party foods can usually feed a small army. Last year for Christmas dinner we had things like Enchiladas, tacos and more. This year I decided to step it up by making Chile Continue Reading
Christmas Family Travel Celebrations Across the US #BayouTravel
My family travels every Thanksgiving to East Tennessee. Aside from the beautiful backdrop of the Smoky Mountains, my family has the opportunity to experience an early "Winter Wonderland". Living in Southeast Louisiana, winters are almost nonexistent so we thoroughly enjoy the Spirit of Christmas when we travel. If you hope to do some traveling with your family during the holiday season, you might want to catch a celebration or two going on around the country. You can celebrate Christmas as Continue Reading
Celebration in the Oaks – City Park New Orleans #MerryMakers #IheartCityPark #CITO2014 #Ad
Disclosure: This post is part of the Holiday of Wonder campaign sponsored by Wonder and Company and Celebration in the Oaks at New Orleans City Park. All opinions and thoughts are my own. Since 1984 Celebration in the Oaks has taken the famous oaks of New Orleans City and created a magical holiday event that is one of the most spectacular holiday lights festival in the country is located in my backyard, New Orleans, Louisiana. Over 25 acres of City Park is adorned with 550K LED lights, Continue Reading
Gift Ideas for Teens -Academy Sports & Outdoors and Win a $100 Gift Card #ItsaDaisy #Shop #Ad
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #CollectiveBias #ItsaDaisy Now that my children are older, thinking of Christmas gifts ideas can becomes difficult. I can buy them the latest tech gadget but I'm always looking for ways to unplug and spend time outdoors. Between football season, baseball, softball and volleyball my kids are very active. But they also enjoy outdoor sports like archery or target practice using their air Continue Reading
#BayouTravel Elf on the Shelf Holiday Travel Adventure
Do you remember Honey, our Elf on the Shelf? I introduced you to him last year. Honey is lives at the North Pole with Santa and is originally from the Honey Island Swamp area in Southeast Louisiana. Like us, Honey loves to travel! Last year our Elf on the Shelf had a amazing visit to East Tennessee and is ready to pack his bags for another fun adventure. Like many travelers Honey enjoys East Tennessee and The Smoky Mountains. Not only is it a beautiful area but Honey had an amazing time Continue Reading
Ready for a #BeachHoliday? Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark and Resort – South Padre Island #Ad
Disclosure: I was invited to participate in a press trip to explore and familiarize myself with Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark and Resort - South Padre Island. As with all of my #BayouTravel press experiences, our stay is complimentary. I told myself I would take a short travel break until we were in Caribbean waters this winter. But why wait to travel to the Caribbean when you have the beach just one state away! As many of you know Schlitterbahn Beach Waterpark and Resort offers families Continue Reading
Travel Gift Guide: What to Look for in a Portable GPS? #BayouTravel
When you go out to purchase a portable GPS system, it is wise to know the latest and the greatest. The technology is moving so fast you can easily buy a portable GPS without the features you had hoped for. Not everyone is created equal by any means. Another oddity in the GPS world is that you can’t simply go by price. While some things you can go with the expensive models and get all the latest and greatest, that is not the case with GPS. The only real way to get what you want is to know Continue Reading