Wallaroo Hat

What is more important than protecting yourself and your kids from the sun? Even traveling in colder months comes with ultraviolet rays. My favorite hats are Wallaroo – ideal for the whole family. Their kids’ designs are adorable and comfortable – meaning your kids, even the fussy ones, will keep the hats right on their heads.

The hats are made to block 97% of UV rays, and their UPF 50+ hats are proven to aid in the prevention of skin cancer. Wallaroo has been granted the Skin Cancer Foundation Seal of Recommendation.

JJ Winks

One of the most important things you can do for yourself while traveling is be comfortable. JJ Winks presents excellent options. While they market themselves as comfy PJs, they are a wonderful option for travel clothing as they are super comfortable.  Everything from the “nightgown,” which looks like a dress, and the PJ pants to the yoga pants are great items to wear while on long flights or road trips. Everything is made out of Lenzing Modal fabric that offers the comfort of cotton. The eco-friendly fabric is harvested from sustainably grown Beech trees.

Also their comfortable tops have built-in bras and gives the right amount of coverage. Whether you travel with them or sleep in them – you will be stylish and comfortable. Also, JJ Winks produces their clothing in Los Angeles, so you can feel the excellent quality.

The Parker Hybrid Backpack Tote

This is a fantastic bag, as it presents you with options that are both comfortable and fashionable. The tote transforms into a backpack, and it’s a great “Mom” bag, too.  It has an interior organizer section, padded hideaway backpack straps and attractive gold hardware. It also has a fully padded 15.6″ laptop compartment. I like the versatility and the lightness of the bag. It’s perfect for everyday use as well as a great option for day trips.

Kids Clothing – Cosmo Crew

Being fashionable and eco-friendly is always a wonderful option and Cosmo Crew, an Australia-based kids swimwear brand, is now sold in the USA. The sustainable eco-luxe kids swimwear and cold climate base layers are designed in Australia, and hand crafted by Bali’s finest tailors using luxury Italian recycled fabrics (ghost fishing nets and recycled plastic) and organic cotton. Trans-seasonal and hybrid use for the sea or the snow, Cosmo Crew threads are comfortable, durable, long-lasting, and designed to let individuality flow. UPF50+ sun protection is also good for young skin.

Carpool Karaoke the Mic

Keeping the kids and everyone entertained on a road trip just got easier. Carpool Karaoke the Mic transforms any car ride into your very own James Corden’s Carpool Karaoke segment.  It’s fun to use and as easy as turning on the Carpool Karaoke Mic which will wirelessly connect to your cell phone and car stereo. You will be able to hear your voice over the car’s speaker system and stream your favorite songs from music apps like Spotify, Pandora or YouTube. In minutes your car ride is transformed into a mobile karaoke party.  It also has long lasting rechargeable battery and lights that pulse on the microphone itself. It’s fun for adults and older kids, although the young ones will be happy to hear their voices on the radio, too.

Skin Saint Dream Eye Cream

The process of travel these days is tiring, but there is no need to let it show.  The eye area is extremely sensitive so a way to help reduce the  appearance of fine lines and wrinkles is by applying sunscreen, wearing a hat and using eye cream. The Skin Saint Dream Eye Cream is a rich and restorative anti-aging eye cream. Its ingredients include Vitamin K, Retinoid, and multiple peptide complexes that reduce dark circles and promote collagen production to improve fine lines and wrinkles. Products made by Skin Saint are free of parabans and sulfates which is an added bonus.

Sylveco Vianek Vitamin C Elixir For Wrinkles (Alina Cosmetics)

Traveling is never easy on one’s skin. Try the Vitamin C Elixir For Wrinkles. This facial serum contains vitamin C as sell as a complex of extracts  including Japanese ginkgo, licorice, and clover which stimulate the production of collagen and elastin in the skin.  It also contains Hyaluronic acid and hydrolyzed wheat proteins retain water in the deeper layers of the skin, ensuring proper growth and building of proteins responsible for the young appearance of the skin.

Alternatively, try the Vianek Red Anti-Wrinkle Face Serum which is an oil-based serum formulated with nourishing argan oil and oils of grape, raspberry and strawberry seeds, along with natural plant-derived squalane for lasting moisture. It includes vitamin E and coenzyme Q10 to improve the skin’s density and elasticity. Both products are dermatologically tested and hypoallergenic.

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If you are looking to surprise that person in your life who has seen it all, traveled the globe and is hard to please. Sit down, relax, we’ve done the research for you. Here is a gift guide that has something special for all those spectacular people in your world!

1. Siege Brands Soap

My favorite brand of natural handmade soaps is Costa D’Oro by Siege. This moisturizing soap created with shea butter leaves my skin smooth and soft. I adore their scents and gorgeous packaging. The soaps are safe to use on adults and children as they don’t contain parabens, phthalates or detergents and are not tested on animals. It’s a perfect gift and I always take a bar or two when I travel, to use and also so the scent will keep my clothes fresh and ready to use.

2. Tapp Lock

The Tapp Lock is a great gift for the traveler because it has a variety of uses. It can be used by backpackers to lock up their gear to home owners who have people come to their home to clean their pool or tend to their gardens when on the road. It uses technology to have fingerprints lock and unlock in under a second. Each lock stores up to 500 fingerprints and is water resistant. It can also be remotely unlocked using a corresponding app.

3. Kwilt Shoebox Backup Photos

The Kwilt Shoebox Plus creates a private, personal cloud. It is great for the person who takes endless photos and videos.

Users can offload photos and videos from their smart phones and still access their content anytime, anywhere. What makes it unique is that all of the content is saved in its original format and resolution.

Also, all of your photos are stored on your own personal hardware device so you have total control over content and can easily move it from one device to another. This also ensures more privacy as you store the photos and videos on your own personal cloud. Also there are no monthly fees – just a one-time purchase.

4. David J Witchell Spa Line

I never travel without a few of my favorite products from the all-natural David J Witchell Spa line.

To wash my face I use the effervescent Matcha Wash, which gives me the same feeling as being at a spa. Then from the Shaman Collection, try the Longevity oil that is a serum loaded with vitamins. It illuminates the tone and texture of your skin and its scent is divine. To hydrate your skin use the Time Traveler which is a formula that brightens, hydrates and protects your skin.

Finally- forget about buying conditioner – the Indra Hair Tonic which has a gorgeous scent serves as an amazing conditioner and makes your hair look sleek and styled.

5. Myphoto.com

Bring your photos to life with MyPhoto.com. They offer a variety of ways to publish your photos in fun ways from glass to wood. It’s a simple and easy process, just find that favorite photo and email it from your phone to 123@myphoto.com.

They offer free shipping and delivery within 5 business days.

6. MZ Wallace

MZ Wallace bags are beautiful, useful and their colors especially the elderberry and boysenberry bags are so delightful you can’t help but smile and want to take one home with you.

MZ Wallace prides themselves on bags that are high quality, easy to clean and are great for traveling. Check out the Thompson Hobo for a fun night on the town, while the Marlene Backpack is great for everything you need plus snacks for the kids. If you are going on a trip check out the Soho Travel, it’s roomy, stylish and has a built in luggage sleeve which is an added bonus.

Thompson Hobo

Marlena Backpack

Soho Travel

7. A Good Book: Tip of the Iceberg

Curling up on the couch with a good book and a cup of hot chocolate is a dreamy way to spend a day. One book that will both chill and thrill is by author Mark Adams who takes the reader on an Alaskan journey through time and travel in his book “Tip of the Iceberg”.

It illustrates his 3,000 mile journey around Alaska with interesting stories and a historical background to events.

8. Rocketbook

The Everlast notebook is similar to a regular pen and paper, but it has the ability through an app to transfer your notes to your laptop and phone. It is reusable and can be cleaned with water. It’s a way to take notes while at work, travel or on the road without having to use up your phone battery and have to be typing away.

9. Vivobarefoot

Travelers are always on their feet – and perhaps a new brand to explore is the Vivobarefoot. The shoe brand takes a whole new view and philosophy on shoes and on the science behind walking. They offer stylish shoes that are akin to walking barefoot.

The science behind their shoes comes with a variety of benefits as feet can provide sensory messages to the brain when barefoot. Their shoes for both men and women are versatile, stylish, lightweight and comfortable.

10. The Comfy

I admit the Comfy, this blanket meets sweatshirt seemed so silly at first and with once size fits all — it felt really big. Then I started using it and just fell for it as did the rest of my family. It is luxurious, warm, soft and perfect for cool winter days. It comes in a variety of colors and can be used to wear, sleep in, sleep on and just get cozy with on the couch.

11. Vertellis

A fun, lightweight game that is great for road trips or relaxing chats around the dinner table is the Vertellis. It's a game with a list of questions to guide families to engage in meaningful conversations about family, life and world-views. It’s a great way to facilitate fun and impactful conversations.

The game aims to get people to truly connect, the old fashioned way — by conversing with one another. It comes in three versions. Vertellis Classic for friends and family. The Relationship Edition for couples and the Family Edition for parents and children eight and older.

12. Marketplace Africa

Marketplace Africa is a unique place to shop, as it is a shopping portal that supports entrepreneurs and artisans in emerging African markets.

You can find a plethora of gorgeous items from women’s and men’s fashions to jewelry, body care, handbags and works of art.

DHL works with the website to deliver and verify products prior to shipping.

13. Arcopedico’s Shoes

These boots are made for walking – and that exactly what you can do in the Liana boots. They are lightweight, only weighing 14 ounces, comfortable, stylish and washable. They are easy to pack and great for traveling.

If regular shoes are more your style and for your season check out the LS – Arcopedico knit shoe. And for a more classic shoe the Net 3 is a great option and has a removable insole with arch support.

14. Baskits

For your traveler who enjoys staying home for a few minutes — why not bring Canada’s delicacies to them. Baskits, Canada’s leading luxury gift service company, based out of Toronto produces wonderful options. They have adorable Baskits with yummy Canadian products ranges from the sweet to the savory.

The “Oh Sweet Canada” Baskit is a tasty option. It includes tasty items such Truffini Cappuccino Crisp Truffles, Newfoundland Cilk's Extra Smooth Pure Milk Chocolate and Muskoka Roastery Coffee's Butter Pecan Coffee.

They also custom build Baskits with a wide range of options from spa themed to ones specifically for kids.

15. OGIO ALPHA Convoy 525 Backpack

One of the most essential pieces of travel gear is a backpack and the OGIO ALPHA Convoy 525 Backpack is a great option. It is made from discarded and recycled plastic and is good for everything from day to day use to hiking long distances.

What I like about it is there are so many pockets, as well as a hidden compartment on the side where you can store and easily access personal items such as a wallet and cell phone. Additionally, there are two pockets for water bottles. The OGIO backpack makes it easy to be organized and is constructed with durable material.

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Traveling with kids can keep a Mom super busy and the right travel bag can make your life substantially easier. The more organized you are the better. But, everyone has different needs, so I tried out all these bags and found them to be excellent choices for a variety of reasons. Many address different needs from helping you be organized, fashionable, carry food, swimsuits and more.

1. Kate Bag by MZ Wallace

A personal favorite for traveling and for everyday use too is the fantastic, fashionable Kate bag by MZ Wallace. It boasts a travel sleeve, six exterior pockets, two side pockets for bottles/sippy cups and it’s water and stain resistant. It’s durable, easily cleaned and since it is super stylish, it also can be used as a regular purse for nicer events.

MZ Wallace

2. Be Brilliant Bag

Another terrific travel bag that is useful on a plane and for evenings out is the roomy, pocket filled Be Brilliant Bag. This multi-functional tote has a front-zip compartment for your iPad or a book. It also has a zippered bottom compartment to store a pair of shoes. The bag is filled with pockets and also comes with a clear, removable interior case which is great for airplane travel as it can be placed on the security belt when you check in lotions, liquids, baby items.

Be Brilliant Bags

3. Citi Babies Explorer Diaper Bag

The backpack Citi Babies Explorer Diaper bag is a fabulous option for travel with a toddler as it is a backpack that also has a comfortable shoulder strap. It is great for hiking and doing outdoor activities. The bag, made of faux leather has ten pockets, a laptop compartment. a changing pad and tons of room and is waterproof. Perfect for both men and women.

Citi Babies Explorer

4. Sash Bag

A lightweight bag to carry just the essentials such as passports, plane tickets, credit cards and your phone is the Sash Bag. It’s a cross-body bag that boasts several pockets to stash your stuff, freeing your hands to keep hold your kids’ hands or drag your luggage. It’s also useful when you are taking a quick stroll in outside and don't need an entire diaper bag.

5. Two Neighbors

The Two Neighbors Adeem Tote Bag is a gorgeous bag that is multipurpose. An international bag with a unique story, it is made of Italian leather, crafted by Israel women and adorned with a beautiful crossbody stap created by Palestinian women. It also has over the shoulder leather handles. The top opens with a magnet closure so it’s easily accessible and perfect for a night out with the little ones. This handmade bag is a joint venture to encourage peace, fashion and the quality is fabulous.

6. Stephen Joseph Wet Dry Bag

Stephen Joseph has the cutest designs for kids and their wet dry bags are adorable, well made and actually are waterproof. Designed to keep wet and dry clothes separated, the bag has an inner pocket and an outer zipper pocket too. It is the perfect bag to store a bottle of milk with an ice bag in your diaper bag or to put in the essentials while traveling on a plane. It’s great for beaches, pools and anywhere you might need to store any wet items.

7. French Bull Giraffe Sling Lunch Bag

French Bull knows cute designs and lunch bags prove to be handy when traveling with a little one. An especially cute one is the Giraffe Insulated Lunch Bag. The backpacks are sized to fit lunch containers, bento boxes, or soup mugs. Also the exterior mesh pockets stretch to fit all standard water bottles. It’s always helpful to have food organized and packed so you can easily access food for your little one. Added bonus they are easily cleaned buy wiping with a damp cloth.

8. Flightline Travel Totes

The Flightline Travel Tote is great organizer to have with you on an airplane, as it can easily be fit in a travel bag and then stored in flight in the seat-back pocket. It’s an ideal place to place your passport, boarding passes, important documents and phone. It has a detachable bag for mid-flight trips to the bathroom and each tote comes fully stocked with eight Flightline Travel branded essentials: lip balm, lotion, toothbrush, toothpaste, eye shield, travel socks, brush/comb combo, and ear plugs.

Flightline was started by a woman who traveled the globe working for the US State department, so her products were designed with a great understanding of the needs of travelers. The bag I find extremely useful is the Sunbrella Blue Tote which is made in the USA.

9. Quilted Kids Backpack (Airplane Design)

Seeing the world is an adventure, so before we go anywhere, I always tell my two year old about what we will see and do. I also recently gave him his own super light, ultra cool airplane quilted backpack, a Stephen Joseph design, to get him excited for our trip. It is a great backpack for toys, extra clothes and a book.

Quilted Kids Backpack (Airplane Design)

10. French Bull Kat Insulated Picnic Tote Bag

A multipurpose travel bag that can be turned into a beach bag and picnic bag is the Kat Insulated Picnic Tote Bag. It is a lightweight bag with a cheerful design it is both sturdy, stain resistant and it cleans easily. It comes in two sizes, and can be filled with everything from food to clothing, depending on your needs.

11. Peace Frogs Recycled Cooler Tote

The Peace Frogs Company believes in optimistic thinking which is always the way to go while traveling long hours with little ones! Their lightweight Recycled Cooler Tote is a wonderful product for traveling on planes, trains and automobiles. It is 50 percent recycled and has a zippered main compartment that will keep food cold for hours if you have it with an icepack. It’s the perfect side for snacks and items that need to be kept cool. It fits inside most diaper bags and travel bags easily.

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