Family Travel: Best Bedtime Rituals for Traveling Kids

Posted on Feb 3, 2016

Any parent will tell you that the day after their child has not slept well is a nightmare, and my family is no exception to this!! Add in that you are travelling and it may just be enough to put you over the edge… I know how important sleep is so as a general rule of thumb, when travelling, I will grab any opportunity to encourage my children to grab a few Z’s! Like on the airplane or in the car during the travel days. When it comes...

5 Reasons to Plan a Valentine’s Getaway

Posted on Jan 31, 2016

Valentine’s Day is one of my fave holidays. Love is in the air, chocolate is everywhere to be found and great deals on gorgeous jewelry are plentiful – what is not to love?! Generally, I try to stretch Valentine’s Day for as long as possible by planning a Valentine’s Getaway. This year specifically, Valentine’s Day falls on the Sunday of a three day weekend, perfect for planning a little love trip! No matter what stage your...

Family Travel: How to Handle a Tantrum at the Airport

Posted on Jan 27, 2016

Tantrums suck, no matter where you are. No family escapes them. Just as they can disrupt any day, they can push an already stressful travel day right over the edge. If your tot is prone to tantrums, or even if they just have the occasional tantrum, with a little finesse and some parenting magic, you can learn to handle it with grace and style no matter where you are! Over the years I have put together some tips and tricks that have...

How To Eat Healthy At Any Airport

Posted on Jan 20, 2016

Let’s be honest, when I think about eating at the airport I used to think about fast, garbage food. So I can hurry to wait at the gate for boarding… even though I like to board last so I can get a little bit of exercise in… One day, on my food revolution, I realized this made no sense. I always eat fresh, seasonal and local at home and when on holiday, so why on my travel days was I thinking about that nasty fast frankenfood? I...

9 Reasons to Visit Fiji in 2016

Posted on Jan 16, 2016

In 2015 we took an epic second honeymoon trip to visit Fiji. In 2016 we invite you to take that same journey. Here are 9 reasons why a visit to Fiji will better your life! 9 Reasons to Visit Fiji in 2016 The People! Everyone is so happy and friendly. Their good nature is contagious and within minutes of arriving in Fiji, you feel it. The Adventure! Fiji is a bit remote, don’t forget! Anything can happen giving you a grand sense of...

How To Pack For Fiji

Posted on Jan 15, 2016

The turquoise waters, endless sunshine and happy people all await you on the Islands of Fiji. But before you can get there, you need to pack! On our second honeymoon to Matangi Private Island Resort in Fiji we put together this list of everything you need for an amazing adventure to Fiji! How to Pack for Fiji Fiji is a tropical destination so casual and comfortable rule here. That being said, I always like us to look our best and it...

Pure Fiji Review

Posted on Jan 14, 2016

When I close my eyes and think of Fiji, clear turquoise waters come to mind along with healthy, natural foods, happy, unpolluted people, fresh skin – everything conscious beauty. So I was excited to try everything local on my recent second honeymoon to Fiji, especially the products. The Spa at Matangi Private Island Resort in Fiji offers Pure Fiji products which are all locally made. I really like the White Gingerlily smell and I love...

5 Must Plan Family Trips For 2016

Posted on Jan 13, 2016

Family vacations come in all different shapes and sizes – just like families. Different, yet all with the same purpose – to make amazing family memories that will last a lifetime, to experience something new together, and to reconnect with each other. There is no time like the present to start planning your next family vacation – whether it be a second honeymoon, a babymoon, or a trip with kids. Here are our top 5 Must Plan Family...

Our Second Honeymoon to Fiji

Posted on Jan 12, 2016

Mama Loves Family Travel – Our Second Honeymoon to Fiji

Posted on Jan 12, 2016

I had been dreaming about this my whole life. Yet it only took 6 months and several clicks to make it happen! Two months ago we took our second honeymoon to Fiji and IT… WAS… EPIC… So epic that I am taking 5 FULL days to go completely Fiji Happy and share all of my GoPro Hero4 footage! We recorded everything from the landscapes, to the fantastic people, the mouthwatering food, the art and unique architecture, the adventurously...