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Camp Mom Asia Recap: 1 Mom, 2 Kids, 30 Days, 19K Miles…and 7 Prescriptions
Deal Kid and his new friend, Yoshiharu.
I’m just back from 19,177 miles of travel in 30 days with The Deal Kids (and Deal Dad for the first 14). MANY posts
7 (More) Tips For When Your Kids Get Sick Traveling
The daily routine I didn’t see coming.
Every trip I learn something new about traveling with kids. Some of it is fun to share: like Tokyo Swallows Baseball at Jingu Stadium
Go Go Swallows! A Baseball Game in Tokyo
It was Ladies Day at Jingu Stadium, which made for the most accidentally awesome souvenir EVER.
An absolute highlight of our time in Japan was attending a Baseball Game at Jingu
My New Love: Old Fashioned Vietnamese Coffee
While our entry into Vietnam may have been a but bumpy, the coffee has been nothing but smooth. In fact, I hesitate to even call it coffee because brewed traditionally
How I Made Hanoi Work for The Deal Kids
The Thang Long Water Puppets- a highlight of our time in Hanoi.
I wanted to give a follow up on my post about the Deal Kids getting Culture Shock in Hanoi
My Experience With Vietnam Visa on Arrival
Hello from Hanoi*! We arrived late last night and I wanted to share my experience with Vietnam Visa on Arrival because, frankly, at first I thought it was a bit
The Joys of Overseas Drug Stores
A few of the treasures that did not make it into my basket.
Greetings from Osaka! We’ve only got a couple of days left in Japan but I will definitely be
Random Thoughts from 12 Hours in Tokyo with Kids
It’s the main attraction (if you’re 8 and 11).
Good morning! We’ve landed, attempted to go to bed on Tokyo time, and have all risen at 4:45 AM with the sun.
Sometimes a One Night Trip is All You Need
Closing down the Magic Kingdom.
We save up for those big family trips: I know I saved up for a year to have enough miles for Camp Mom Asia. But sometimes
A Trick to Help Point Breaks Work Better for Families
A Suite at the Crowne Plaza West Hanoi, which I’m using PointBreaks to book.
Who doesn’t love Point Breaks , those last minute discounted rates on IHG Hotels? When the Point
It’s a Car, It’s a Boat, It’s Amphicar! (And You Can Ride One at Disney World)
As travel obsessives lovers, we’re known to do some crazy stuff to get on the latest and greatest: in-flight shower, anyone? However, I’m happy to share that you only have
Downtown Deal Girl Fave PB & Co Under $3 a Jar (and $10 off 1st Subscribe and Save Order)
For Deal Girl’s Christmas Present this year the two of us spent a girl’s weekend in New York City. We decided to split up the visit between 2 hotels (she
Club Carlson 25% Off Points Rates Latin America/Mexico/Caribbean for Everyone Through 12/31 (And a Glitch Creates Sweet Spot in Panama Today Only)
Casco Viejo, Panama City
If you have the Club Carlson Credit Card, I’m sure you know that today’s the day the last night free benefit goes away. However, there’s a silver
Dear Deal Mommy: How Many Days for Disney World ?
The Deal Kids getting up close and personal with their DisneySide.
I’m happy to help with travel dilemmas whenever I can and encourage you to reach out with this Dear Deal
The Definitive Hotel Rooms for Families in Europe Post
Schloss Grubhof in the Austrian Alps: $84/night via EVR, my top tip for family hotel rooms in Europe.
It’s a question I’m asked often and have answered piecemeal but never in
Review: Country Inn and Suites Virginia Beach
Bedroom Country Inn and Suites, Virginia Beach, VA
Bedroom Country Inn and Suites, Virginia Beach, VA
Before the Club Carlson credit card last night free benefit go..
It’s Not too Late! Summer Mid-Atlantic Getaways on Points
Views from Holiday Inn, Solomons Island, Maryland
Regular readers know I am NOT a fan of the traditional Mid-Atlantic beach week. The prices get jacked up to levels that defy logic
Jetsetter Steals: $20 off $100 with AMEX, Extra $10-30 Off with Promo Code
Highlights from our last $42 stay.
I’m a big fan of Jetsetter, thanks to two $42 stays at the Hard Rock Hotel Las Vegas. American Express is offering $20 back on a
First TRU, Now FAO? New York Landmark FAO Schwarz Closing July 15
Image via FAO.com
In truly crushing news, FAO Schwarz is closing it’s 5th Avenue Flagship Store July 15th. Coming on the heels of the Toys R Us Times Square closing in
5 Lessons Learned While Booking Spring Break Award Tickets to Europe
Yes, Please! Image via Gran Canaria Tourism
I mentioned recently that it’s time to book next year’s Spring Break. Prime tickets are already going fast. Taking my own advice, I’ve..
Is Poverty a Gift to Tourism?
Sassi in Matera, Italy, August 2014
Take up the White Man’s burden, Send forth the best ye breed
Go bind your sons to exile, to serve your captives’ need;
To wait in heavy
London Calling: 25% Off Economy Awards on Virgin Atlantic, Availability Wide Open
Just got an email from Virgin Atlantic that might have you packing your bags: 25% off award bookings till May 20th in economy. Bookings are good till the end of
AA Panama Fare Sales: $400 RT From Many Cities, Through Spring 2016
Contadora Island Airport, Panama. Only airport where I’ve been greeted by name!
I mentioned that it’s time to shop for Spring Break 2016. One of my top picks is Panama as