Who doesn't love summertime?!? But with the warm sun also comes responsibility and being conscience of the heat especially for our young children. With the temperatures rising this summer, cases of heat exhaustion and sunstroke are sure to rise as well. These deadly conditions are entirely preventable if precautions are taken. Because there are so many heat related illnesses each year, it becomes imperative to learn how to prevent heat exhaustion. Here are several tips that can keep you safe Continue Reading
Tasting Tallahassee – 6 Must Try Food Experiences in Tallahassee #IHeartTally #BayouTravel
Earlier this month, Tallahassee took me to a many wonderful museums and attractions. I visited some of Florida's finest museums that were bursting with rich history, and was transported back in time to experience some amazing historical artifacts with my own two eyes during my 4 day stay. As much as I loved visiting each historic destination on my itinerary, another part of my trip that I haven't gotten the chance to fill my readers in on yet were some of the delightful eateries I was able to Continue Reading
Cruise Ship & Beach Resort Cocktail Inspirations – Summer Cocktail Roundup #BayouTravel
Tropical drinks and tiny umbrellas remind me of summer. In fact, the very first thing some people do when arriving to their beach resort or boarding a cruise ship is order their favorite cocktail at the bar. It's an instant reminder to leave your worries at home and that you are officially on vacation. To hold you over until your next beach or cruise vacation, we have compiled a list of some our favorite summer cocktails with complete recipes that will allow you to create the tropical drink Continue Reading
Lofty Pursuits – Family (Tasty) Fun for the Entire Family #IHeartTally #BayouTravel
I love to travel and showcase amusement parks, museums and resorts but sometimes, it feels good to be a kid again. During my recent visit to Tallahassee, I felt like a kid again at Lofty Pursuits. Lofty Pursuits is not your typical Tallahassee ice cream parlor. We're talking ice cream, Old Fashion Victorian candy and toys. The extensive menu at Lofty Pursuits includes your typical ice cream fountain favorites including 52 varieties of sundaes. Why? Because there are 52 Sunday in the year! Continue Reading
Gatlinburg, Tennessee Family Attractions – Ripley’s 8 Gatlinburg Attractions #BayouTravel
Disclosure: The sponsored post below is part of our 2015 #BayouTravel series. All thoughts and opinions are my own and can not be influenced in any way. If you are an avid reader of mine, you already know how much my family enjoys visiting the Smoky Mountains every November. We spend almost every Thanksgiving in the Smokies and get festive for the holiday season. Once we return, we are ready to hang Christmas lights, wrap presents and decorate our Christmas tree. One of our favorite Continue Reading
Tallahassee Family Friendly Attractions- The Tallahassee Museum #IHeartTally #BayouTravel
Over the course of a few days, It was evident that Tallahassee is a lovely city. I was able to see some pretty amazing sights and to meet some great people. Families are able to soak up an abundance of rich history first-hand rather than sitting at home and watching it on the history channel and for that I'm so grateful. It's not every day you get to stand where some of the greatest historical figures in history stood before you and see with your own two eyes the legacy they build/left Continue Reading
Tallahassee Attractions – John G. Riley Center and Bradford Blues Club #IheartTally #BayouTravel
On the third day of my visit Tallahassee, we made our way to Riley House. Located on Jefferson Street, Riley House was constructed in 1890 on the outside of a community called Smokey Hollow. John Riley, the buildings namesake, received formal education from both private and public institutions and later became known as an educator, and important civic leader. After receiving his first teaching job in 1877 at a school in Wakulla county, he moved on to become the principal of Lincoln Continue Reading
Mission San Luis de Apalachee – Tallahassee Museums and Attractions #IheartTally #BayouTravel
There were so many wonderful, history rich destinations of my recent trip to Tallahassee that I couldn't possibly add them all in to one post so I decided to dedicate this stand-alone piece to the stop we made to the Mission San Luis, Florida's Apalachee-Spanish Living History Museum. I just have to say how amazing it was to have been able to visit Mission San Luis and to soak up the history that it housed. Being there and getting a first-hand taste of Florida's Apalachee-Spanish background Continue Reading
Celebrating Tallahassee’s African-American Heritage and History Day 1 #IHeartTally #BayouTravel
Traveling has always been a passion of mine. There is nothing more exciting than a spontaneous road trip; the open road and a map of potential destinations is all I need to get into the traveling spirit. So, when I was given the incredible opportunity to travel to Tallahassee for an African American Heritage visit I was honored. I knew I would see some amazing places and wanted to share some of my experiences with my readers. During my first official day in the sunshine state Continue Reading
How to Prepare your Teen for an Upcoming School (Parent-Free) Trip #BayouTravel
It's hard, I know but eventually the teens with travel without us. It's going to be okay! Getting your teen ready for an upcoming school trip is something that is often overlooked by parents. Although parents are hyper aware these days, it is not hard to assume that the school will have proper supervision in place. The truth is, kids still need to know what to do in certain situations. The violent world we live in demands that we talk about uncomfortable things, and particularly so when Continue Reading
Schlitterbahn New Braunfels: America’s Favorite Waterpark #BahnLove #BayouTravel
Disclosure: The following post is a sponsored post. All opinions and thoughts are my own. When I think of summer, I can't help but imagine water parks, a local pool or beach time with my family. I'm counting the days until my kids let out for summer break! A few days after summer break starts my mother, youngest sister and kids are headed for our Texas Road Trip. We plan on spending a few days in San Antonio and making our way to Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Waterpark and enjoy a Continue Reading
Traveling with MIU COLOR® Packable Handy Lightweight Backpack – Daypack #BayouTravel #ad
With spring in full swing and summer well on it's way it's the perfect time to start gearing up for all of those activities that the weather has been too cold for. During the seemingly endless winter we've just endured I dreamed of such activities like swimming, taking long walks, indulging in sports and even taking hikes with my hubby.Each of these little dreams of mine that have taken root while I've been cooped up during the winter months are a great way to celebrate summer Continue Reading