In our recent French Quarter Festival recap post , we mentioned that Toyota USA sponsored our festival fun but what we were even more excited about was test driving the new 2017 Toyota Prius for the week! We're talking high tech! The 2017 Toyota Prius Prime Plus is definitely energy efficient meets George Jetson. Innovative technology like a 11.6 in HD multimedia display which allows you to pinch, zoom and swipe gestures gives owners a smart-phone like experience. You can also use a remote Continue Reading
New Travel Printables for Kids – Airport Bingo & Hotel Scavenger Hunt #BayouTravel
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
Did You Know? Travel Series – Notable Attractions & Sites in Istanbul, Turkey #BayouTravel
This is the 5th edition in our "Did you Know?" Travel Series. You can find other European cities & attractions like~~> London's Bridge Tower & St. Paul's Cathedral Croatia or Bulgaria by following the links above or searching Did you Know? Travel Series in our search bar. Situated outside the Dolmabahçe Palace in Istanbul, Turkey is the Dolmabahçe Clock Tower. The clock tower dates back to 1890 and 1895. Built 89 ft in height, the tower stands in front of its Treasury Gate Continue Reading
Summer Travel Tips: Building a Summer Wardrobe, Ideas to Stay and Look Cool
During the winter, we layer on clothing to keep our temperatures up. When the summer arrives, we want to shed it and come out of hibernation. Finding summer clothes is always fun but be sure to find clothing that will help keep you cool in the heat. Here are some ideas to help you fashion your summer wardrobe. Summer Wardrobe Considerations The highlight of summer months is spending time outside. The downside to this is the fact that the rays from the sun can raise our internal temperatures Continue Reading
Did You Know? Travel Series – Notable Attractions & Sites in England UK #BayouTravel
This is the 6th edition in our "Did you Know?" Travel Series. You can find other European cities & attractions like~~> London's Bridge Tower & St. Paul's Cathedral Croatia, Bulgaria or Istanbul by following the links above or searching Did you Know? Travel Series in our search bar. Today we are spotlight additional attractions and notable sites in London, UK. Newer to London is the London Eye which is a giant ferris wheel located on the River Thames. Now known 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
Space Coast Chat: On the Water Around Kennedy Space Center #BayouTravel
The Space Coast has become an ever-growing family travel destination. I can definitely see why! In itself the Space Coast offers various attractions to traveling families, but it's also perfect for a weekend getaway or stop over after a few days of theme park hoping. The coast around Kennedy Space Center is unlike any other in the United States because it is protected and pristine for the most part, but also home to a lot of activity created around the space program. Still, all you have to Continue Reading
Family Friendly Beaches near the Space Coast #BayouTravel
A trip to Kennedy Space Center isn’t complete without a stop at one of the many beaches that Florida is known for. Whether you just have a day, or a whole weekend, there are several family friendly beaches close enough to Kennedy Space Center to enjoy some sun and sand. The Space Coast actually has several different types of beaches, all better for one type of recreation over another, so get in the car and head out to find the beach that the whole family can enjoy. Find out what the family Continue Reading
Texas Travel – Galveston Family Travel Guide #BayouTravel
Over the last few months I have made several visits to Texas which included San Antonio, Austin and South Padre. All of these vacation destination offer a variety of attractions like sandy beaches, amusement parks, historic museums, and fresh seafood. Well, guess what? Galveston, Texas has all of those things, and it’s only 50 miles southeast of Houston! It’s not only a great place for a vacation, it’s also a great day-trip destination. Everyone can find something fun to do on Galveston Continue Reading
Midwest Biking Day Trip Destinations for the Family #BayouTravel
Niche travel is in for 2016! For many years, but especially since the success of the film adaptation of Cheryl Strayed's Wild, travelers are flocking to their favorite destinations to hike, climb and bike trails across the U.S. With the passing of the days of the railroad and canal systems in the Midwest, hundreds of miles of rails have been paved over or recreated for use by the public. Because the railroads and waterways connected and intersected, a lot of the bike paths connect and Continue Reading
South Carolina Road Trip Adventure – Wonderworks Myrtle Beach #BayouTravel
Our January visit to Charleston was not long enough! My family & I visited my younger sister who had her 1st a baby 2 months ago. But we utilized every minute possible to spend time with her family and visit the area. Myrtle Beach is about 2 hours away from Charleston and one of our must-see stops in the area. Although we visited in low season, there is still much to do in Myrtle Beach! Most of the major attractions are opened and lines are nonexistent! WonderWorks was our first stop Continue Reading