Travel insurance is one of the most maddening subjects on the planet. Like other types of insurance, it can be a life saver in a horrible situation. When you have a product that you purchase but really hope you never have to use, it is going to be a pretty unpopular product or service, right? Imagine the uphill climb these guys are facing trying to sell it. So the question is, do you need it? The answer? Possibly. It really depends on a number of factors. Here is a look at the good and Continue Reading
Top 12 Must Have Microsoft Products #BayouTravel
Earlier this week I had the opportunity to interview a Microsoft Executive during his recent visit to New Orleans. New Orleans will soon be home to the 2nd Microsoft Retail Store in Louisiana. The Grand Opening of Micorsoft's newest retail store located inside Lakeside Shopping Center, will have it's grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, Nov. 14 at 10:30 a.m. In addition to the ribbon cutting ceremony, customers will have the opportunity to purchase a Toshiba Encore 8-inch 32GB Continue Reading
How to Make Chile Ancho Mexican Hot Chocolate
When I was little my mother used to make the BEST hot chocolate! Now that I have my own children I continue that same tradition by makina family favorite: Chile Ancho Mexican Hot Chocolate. Today I am sharing a unique recipe and hope that you can continue your own family winter traditions. Chile Ancho Mexican Hot Chocolate Serves 2, more or less chiles can be added depending on how hot you like your drinks to be. Ingredients 2-3 small dried, chile ancho 1 tablet Abuelita Mexican hot Continue Reading
How to Include your Child in Travel Preparations #BayouTravel #Ad
Disclosure: The following is a sponsored post. All opinions and thoughts are my own and can not be influenced in any way. Recently I had a family meeting with my children and asked them where we should travel to on our next family getaway. I mentioned Disney and several other theme parks but my children wanted to experience another cruise. They loved visiting a foreign country and learning more about the world we live in. I was SO proud! My goal is to raise curious minds and traveling is Continue Reading
Walt Disney World Resort Options – Disney’s Coranado Springs Resort #BayouTravel
Since my first trip to Disney World almost 20 year ago, Disney Resorts have always been ranked above average in terms on comfort. Every Disney resort, even value resorts offers something unique to guests. While comfort, space and amenities are major keys to booking any resort sometimes a resort offers guests much more. During my recent visit to Walt Disney World, I had booked a stay at Coranado Springs Resort which is where the 2014 Niche Parent Conference was taking place. Staying at this Continue Reading
Beyond the Rides: Disney’s Best Shows #BayouTravel
It’s no surprise that what most people associate with Walt Disney World are the rides and the characters. However, there are also dozens of shows happening everyday throughout all of the parks. Lots of people feel like they need to get their money out of the tickets and to them, that means riding as many of the attractions as possible. However, there are many shows that make for great experiences as well. Of course, Disney parades are magically in and of themselves and shouldn’t be missed but Continue Reading
How to Keep Healthy This Cold & Flu Season at Sam’s Club #SimplyHealthy #Shop
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SimplyHealthy #CollectiveBias Every weekend my family & I head over to Sam's club to do our weekly household shopping. I know that as a Sam's Club member I can purchase quality fruits, veggies and lean cuts of meat to keep my family healthy. But today I'm home from work taking care of my little guy who has the sickies. Missing work is not fun, especially since I work in Continue Reading
Top Fall Travel Destinations #BayouTravel
Fall is in the air and it is time to travel a bit to see a few top fall travel destinations. Whether you want to see the fall colors changing or go where the weather has dipped well below 100 degrees, these travel spots have you covered! New Hampshire I don’t think there is a prettier place in the US to see the fall colors change than in New Hampshire. The trees are displaying vibrant hues of yellow, burnt orange, and fiery red. It is an amazingly beautiful site to see! You can take a day Continue Reading
Letting My Artistic Side Show at Paint Nite®
Disclosure: My friend & I received complimentary tickets to the event we attended. All opinions are thoughts are my own. I love getting together with my friends in any environment! But with a job, kids afterschool and after work activities making time for a girl's night out is almost impossible to plan. Recently a friend and I were invited to attend a local Girl's Night Out Paint Nite event. Don't worry, it's not just for the ladies, men were also on hand. At a Paint Nite event you can Continue Reading
Visiting Alaska, the Beautiful #BayouTravel
Contributor Kristi takes us to Alaska with her new adventures and pictures of Alaska the Beautiful. It is hard to travel to Alaska and not find it one of the most beautiful places in the world. Not only are there over 100,000 glaciers, but also Mount McKinley that is the tallest mountain in North America. Alaska has one of the largest coastlines and boasts glaciers calving into the sea, rare land spits like in Homer, and hundreds of islands. There are so many varied landscapes in Alaska that Continue Reading
Are You Prepared For a Travel-Related Emergency? #BayouTravel
When you head out on the open road for a trip, are you truly prepared for a travel-related emergency? If you are, then you are in the minority. The vast majority of travelers are taking some serious chances out there. Few people stop and take the time to actually consider the worst and it can lead to some horrific situations. Oddly enough, the preparations are rather easy if you take the time to do them. Here are five important steps towards being prepared for a travel-related Continue Reading
Microsoft Grand Opening: Lakeside Shopping Center +Xbox One Event w/star Shaquille O’Neal #NOLA
It's no secret that my family are sports lovers and very competitive! So when I heard that Shaquille O’Neal was coming to Lakeside Mall to celebrate the Grand Opening (I'll be attending as well) of 2nd Microsoft Retail store in Louisiana this November, I couldn't pass on the opportunity! Tech and sports? It's like a dream, right! Anyway as a techie, not only will you get to learn about the new Microsoft store BUT you will have the opportunity to purchase the Toshiba Encore 2 WT8 32GB Continue Reading