We LOVE printables and with our upcoming Travel E-book coming up, we have tons to share! Download 2 new printables for FREE. Just set your printer to the desired size, print and SHARE! What kind of printables are you looking for? Contact me and we can make it happen! Use the share buttons below to share this post with friends and family. Airport Bingo Hotel Scavenger Hunt Continue Reading
Saving on Spa Services When Traveling #Groupon #ad
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine. Whether your kids are back in school or you're packing for an upcoming getaway, one of my favorite ways to save money on health, beauty and wellness is Groupon.com. You can find discounted spa services like hairstyling, makeup, tanning, manicures and even brow services at local salons at a fraction of the price. Taking it one step further, Groupon users can search for an upcoming travel destination and find spa services in Continue Reading
Beach Themed Printables for Children – Summer Family Travel #BayouTravel
I'm ready to pack it all up and head to the beach! It's almost summer and that means warm Gulf of Mexico will be calling my name. Luckily for us, we live about 25 minutes away from the Mississippi Gulf coast or 2-2.5 hours away from Alabama Gulf Shores and the Florida's Emerald Coast. Today we're sharing 2 new beach inspired printables for children and 2 of previously shared kids beach printables you have loved in the past. My kids are older but when they were little planning our family Continue Reading
Cruising to Cozumel – Paradise Beach Resort Options #BayouTravel
One of our favorite port destination cities is Cozumel, Quintana Roo Mexico! We visit Cozumel on almost every Western Caribbean cruise from the New Orleans area. The Puerta Maya Cozumel cruise port is well-built. Cozumel is a safe, clean and beautiful destination and is the No. 1 cruise port in the world. The island is home to many all-inclusive hotels thanks in part to the beautiful varied beaches in the area. With so many excursion options in Cozumel, finding a reliable, safe Continue Reading
Holiday Travel Series – Christmas Celebrations Near the Gulf Coast #BayouTravel
While a white Christmas is ideal for some people, others dream of white sand beaches instead of white snowy trees. For the latter, a visit to these holiday festivals can feed the holiday feeling with sand between their toes. If you’d rather be on the beach this Christmas here are some great festivals around the Gulf Coast to enjoy. Galveston, Texas The island of Galveston goes all out around Christmastime. Not only do they have the largest light display on the Gulf Coast but they also host Continue Reading
Mississippi Gulf Coast Area Family Attractions – Biloxi Visitor Center #BayouTravel
One of my favorite things to do when traveling with my family is visit the local tourism board or visitor center. Not only is it a great location to rest and get your bearings, but it's also informative and at times, a fantastic attraction that can cost your family ZERO travel dollars. My family and I travel to the Mississippi Gulf Coast regularly. My brother has lived in the Mississippi Gulf coast for over 15 years and it happens to be a great travel destinations for many families. The Continue Reading
Beach Travel Printable for Kids – Beach Scavenger Hunt #BayouTravel
I know many of you are thinking the beach is for May-July but in actuality, some of my favorite beach experiences have been in the Fall. If you haven't had the opportunity to take the family on a beach getaway this summer, fall is your time to sun shine. The weather is perfect and if you are in the Gulf Coast area, the water is still warm! I'm in beach travel mode! Next month I'll be traveling to Destin, Florida for a weekend getaway at the Emerald Grande at Harborwalk Village with some of my Continue Reading
Seize the Day….Trip: Trips to Include on Your Next Road Trip – #MsGulfCoast Edition #BayouTravel
When my family moved to S.E Louisiana our summer, like many local families included short trips to Bay St. Louis and Waveland, Mississippi. My father worked off shore for several weeks at a time so my mother and her friend would take our families to the coast for quick beach trip. There were times we would spend the night in a local hotel with both of our families or drive back the same evening. So naturally summer wouldn't be complete without taking my kids for a few day trips to the area to Continue Reading
Dangerous Creatures to Avoid at the Beach #BayouTravel
When you head to the ocean for some summer fun, you probably are not thinking about all the various sea creatures that lurk in and around the shore. Most folks dismiss that and simply enjoy themselves. While you certainly should not obsess about the dangers, you most certainly should not dismiss them. When you go into the ocean, you literally slide well down the food chain. There are plenty of animals and dangerous creatures that can harm you and you would be wise to know about them. It is Continue Reading
More Than Sandcastles and Sunsets – Turquoise Place, Spectrum Resorts #BayouTravel
Although our stay was part of a recent #BayouTravel press trip, opinions and thoughts are 100% my own and can not be influenced. For additional information please refer to this site's disclosure section. Living in Southeast Louisiana has many privileges, but the proximity to the sugar white beaches of Alabama's Gulf Coast can't be beat. Our family returned to Orange beach for a weekend stay at a Spectrum Resort - Turquoise Place. Located in Orange Beach, Alabama, Turquoise Place offers Continue Reading
Vacay Foods- Fla. Emerald Coast Vacation Grocery Delivery in Destin, FL #BayouTravel
Being a frequent traveler, I get to experience a new travel destination monthly (if not several times a month) with the intentions of saving time, energy and reducing my travel expenses with every adventure. One thing my family does to cut unnecessary expenses while traveling is to enjoy a few meals at our resort condo whenever possible. Since our mornings and early afternoons are filled with pool and beach time, I make my way to the grocery store at the beginning of every trip. Grocery shopping Continue Reading
Family Travel Diaries – Things to Do in Gulf Shores, Alabama #BayouTravel
Disclosure: Complimentary admission was provided. All opinions and thoughts are my own and are not influenced by others. During my recent press trip to Gulf Shores, we experienced several days at The Beach Club, a Spectrum Resort. The resort allows guests to enjoy the amenities available without having to leave the parking lot. But you can not visit Gulf Shores, Alabama without sightseeing and visiting a few family attractions in the area. The Wharf in Orange Beach offers music, Continue Reading