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8 Simple Ways to Enjoy an Unplugged Vacation

8 Simple Ways to Enjoy an Unplugged Vacation

I’m a firm believer that one of the greatest gifts we can give our children is the gift of travel. Instilling a sense of wanderlust from a young age is one of the best things we can do for our kids. That’s the number one reason we travel as much as we do. I grew up in a family that didn’t travel anywhere. I didn’t leave my home state until I was 20 years old.

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I knew when I became a mom, that I wanted my kids to travel and explore the world even at a young age. In a time that everyone is addicted to technology and their phones or video games, being able to unplug– even for a few days – is priceless. [Read more…] about 8 Simple Ways to Enjoy an Unplugged Vacation

5 Winter Getaways in the Northeast Worth the Trip

5 Winter Getaways in the Northeast Worth the Trip

What does your Winter Travel Bucket list look like?  For me, it would be hopping on a plane and traveling somewhere warm. My kids on the other hand, they love the snow and if I’m being completely honest, I don’t mind it that much either. Winter travel doesn’t have to be somewhere warm to be fun. In fact, these 5 Winter Getaways in the Northeast are the perfect spots to create family memories that will last a lifetime.

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Pandora The World of Avatar – Everything You Need to Know BEFORE You Go

Everything you need to know about Pandora The World of Avatar

When I first heard that Disney was creating Pandora, a land centered around the movie Avatar, I wasn’t sure what to think of it. I wasn’t a fan of the movie and I wasn’t sure how this would fit within Disney. I was less than impressed. There I said it. The movie Avatar was not at the top of my must see list. While I agreed that Animal Kingdom needed something, I wasn’t sure Pandora was going to be it. When I first saw the artist renderings at Disney Social Media Moms Celebration a few years ago, my interest peaked. Maybe I was wrong after all. Last year I had a chance to spend plenty of time in Pandora thanks to the Disney Social Media Moms Celebration and then again this past November when we were invited down to experience Disney for the Holidays. I had plenty of time to see just how wrong I was. It was exquisite and like nothing I had ever seen. Within seconds of stepping foot into Pandora, it took my breath away. There are a few things to know before you go, so I hope this Guide to Pandora The World of Avatar helps you plan your trip a bit better. [Read more…] about Pandora The World of Avatar – Everything You Need to Know BEFORE You Go

Create a Travel Bucket List + FREE Printable

Do you have a travel bucket list? Create one with this printable travel bucket list and start living your travel dreams.

Create your own travel bucket list

Have you ever made a travel bucket list? If you’re like most people I know you at least think of all the places you’d like to visit and things you’d like to do, but have you ever written it down? Somewhere where you can look at it often, dream about it and work it into reality. Every year for the blog and in my personal life, I create a vision board and add to my travel bucket list – a list of places I want to visit in the coming years. I’m a firm believer in speaking your dreams into existence. Having a place to see your travel goals on a daily basis makes sure they’re not forgotten or pushed to the side. A travel bucket list helps give you the motivation to make your travel dreams become reality. [Read more…] about Create a Travel Bucket List + FREE Printable

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Hersheypark & Ring in the New Year the Sweetest Way Possible

Ring in the New Year the Sweetest Way Possible with a Visit to Hersheypark!

Ring in the New Year the Sweetest Way Possible - With a Trip to Hersheypark

If you’re looking for a sweet way to ring in the new year, look no further than the a visit to Hersheypark. With plenty of fun activities the entire family can enjoy and a giant kiss drop to welcome in 2019 in The Sweetest Place On Earth! Hersheypark offers a wonderful lineup of activities that every member of thee family can enjoy. Whether you’re into rides, holiday lights, music, or food, Hersheypark is the place to be on New Year’s Eve!  [Read more…] about Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Hersheypark & Ring in the New Year the Sweetest Way Possible

  • Double tap if you love chocolate! Celebrate summer with this delicious brunch / breakfast spread complete with fruit and of course, chocolate. Fill yours with favorites like flaky croissants, rich poundcake, delicious bagels and don’t forget the @olivioproducts Chocolate buttery spread! Rich but not too sweet, Olivio has a creamy, chocolaty taste that is perfect on everything from croissants to toast. It’s even great on pancakes for breakfast! Olivio Chocolate spread is non-dairy, gluten-free, and only 2g sugar per serving, so you can let your imagination run wild and use it in all of your favorite recipes. Visit olivio.com to find a store near you! So tell me, what’s your favorite would you try Olivio chocolate buttery spread on? • • • • • • #ad #olivio #feedfeed #feedfeedbaking #foodpics #instafood #instayum #yum #foodie #food #tasty #foodphotography #foodphotographyandstyling #foodstagram #flatlaystyle #flatlays #delicious #chocolate
  • This girl is obsessed with little miniature toys so it’s no wonder she’s in love with @zuru.toys 5 Surprise Mini Brands. (ad) Have you guys seen these at @Walmart yet? She makes me look for them every time we go! Each collectible ball has 5 real shopping brands that fit in your little one’s hands! Just unwrap, peel, and reveal the cutest REAL miniature collectibles! She uses them in her doll house and even puts some of them (like the Dove deodorant that mommy uses) in her purse! It’s the cutest thing and I see why they’re so popular! You can find them at Walmart but beware they’re really addicting! #5SurpriseMiniBrands #5Surprise #Zuru #Walmart #SocialSpotters #miniatures #miniaturefood #thatsdarling #itsthittlethings #kidstyle #kidsfood #kidsactivities #summerfun
  • Finally some sun! ☀️ (ad) After all this rain, we’re hitting up the park for an afternoon of fun! But not without my favorite ew accessory - the @canonusa IVY CLIQ instant camera! This little baby is perfect for capturing all your summer memories! Instantly print a 2x3" peel-and-stick photo right after you shoot it, directly from the IVY CLIQ camera. Thanks to the peel & stick back you can place these practically anywhere! Features a memory card slot so you can actually keep digital copies of all the photos you take and it has a Selfie Mirror so you can take the perfect selfie 4. CLIQ comes in Seaside Blue, Bumble Bee Yellow, Lady Bug Red and Mint Green! It makes a great grad gift too! Find it at BestBuy.com and learn more about it on the blog! • • • • • #canonIVY @bestbuy #bestbuy #summer #summerfun #firstdayofsummer #camera #instantcamera #ivycliq
  • Do you have any big plans for July 4th? I can’t believe that it’s almost here! I usually do a picnic every year and I already started on this year’s cocktail! If you're looking for a delicious cocktail, this Pomegranate Lemonade Cocktail is it! Made with @schofferhoferus Schöfferhofer HefeweizenPomegranate beer, lemonade and vodka, it's a delicious drink to kick off your celebrations! #Disney fans might even recognize Schöfferhofer Hefeweizen from #Epcot's Germany Pavilion! Both the Grapefruit and Pomegranate varieties are sold there! Grab the recipe at anewdawnn.com • • • • • #Schöfferhofer #Cocktails #cocktailrecipe #july4th #fourthofjuly #drinkrecipes #drinkrecipe #cocktailrecipes #drinks #cheers #epcot #germanypavilion #disneydrinks #epcotgermany #epcotgermanypavilion #bier
  • You know what’s better than twinning with your daughter? #Twinning in matching dresses she designed! To celebrate the 70th anniversary of Disney’s animated classic Cinderella, we partnered with Disney and Evie created her own Cinderella dress and a matching one for me with @picturethisclothing She picked the colors, the designs and colored the dress all by herself! It’s officially my favorite dress EVER! Cinderella waltzes into the highly celebrated Walt Disney Signature Collection on Blu-Ray and DVD June 25 and on Movies Anywhere TODAY! #CinderellaBluray #Picturethisclothing #Cinderella (ad) #disney #DisneySMC #disneyStyle • #disneysmc #disneysmmc #disney #disneyig #disneyigers #igdisney #disneyfamilia #anewdawnnxdisney #disneybound #disneybounding #disneyworld #disneylife #igdisney #disneymerch #disneyphotography #disneyfashion #disneyinsta
  • What are some of you summer essentials that you won’t leave home without? (Ad) For me, I need a cute summer bag like this one. Something to hold everyday essentials but roomy enough to hold a towel for an impromptu trip to the beach. My favorite sunnies, a good sunblock, my travel journal and my newest obsession Skullcandy Push Ear Buds. I don’t know why it took my so long to get a pair of wireless ear buds but now I can’t live without them! Perfect for listening to music on my hikes or a day at the 🏝, these babies are a purse essential! Forget what you thought you knew about how Truly Wireless earbuds should look and feel. Push™ is changing the game with bold color (hello mermaid coloring), a sleek fit, and music you can feel -- so you can live your life without limitations. Listen to up to 12 hours of music on a single charge with these SkullCandy Push True wireless earbuds. Bluetooth connectivity offers freedom from wires, while single-button volume, track and call control provides convenience. The Secure FitFin gel ear tips help these SkullCandy Push True wireless earbuds fit comfortably, and the water-resistant design withstands exercise and outdoor use! Check them out at @bestbuy https://bby.me/nkch6 • • • • • • @skullcandy #feelskullcandy #wirelessearbuds #earbuds #summertime #summermusthaves #summeressentials #travelessentials #travelmusthaves #travelholic #whatsinmybag
  • 🍋ad🍋 This summer we’re doing things a little different. We’re unplugging from those video games and making it our goal to spent more time together face to face. This might be one of my favorite partnerships yet! I’ve partnered with @evite to share some fun and EASY DIY projects to get your kids outside and having F-U-N! Visit anewdawnn.com or click the link in my profile to check them out like this DIY lemonade 🍋 stand kit. While you’re there, you won’t want to miss Evite’s Take Back Summer Campaign! You could win $2,500 for an epic family getaway where you can all spend more time together face-to-face!! But you have to enter first! So tell me, where would you go if you win!?! Good luck!! • • • • • #LifesBetterTogether #Evite #travel #familyadventures #familytravelers #kidswhotravel #wanderwithme #wanderaway #contest #entertowin #unpluggedchildhood #unpluggedvacation #unplug
  • Have you ever planted a garden in your yard? (Ad) I have several container gardens around my deck that the kids helped me plant. We filled them with plenty of herbs and vegetables. I love that they’re small and easy for me to manage. I just love having fresh veggies to make my own homemade, organic salsa all summer long. What I don’t like is when the bugs start attacking my garden. So I started using @maggiesfarmproducts 3-in-1 Garden Spray to keep the bugs at bay. I love this line of green bug sprays because not only are they safe to use around my kids and the cats, but they’re great for the environment too. They don’t leave any harmful residues on the ground and they WORK! You can find Maggie’s Farm in the lawn/garden section at Walmart! What do you like to grow in your garden? #MaggiesFarm #MaggiesFarmEffective #Garden #Gardening #ContainerGarden #SalsaGarden #OrganicGardening #walmart