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On the Go Creativity with ArtsBot – Plus an ArtsBot Coupon Code

December 4, 2017 by Dana Zeliff Leave a Comment

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ArtsBot Coupon Code

Parents know that traveling with kids is not always easy. Kids get bored sitting in hotel rooms and while in transit to each destination. The easy solution is screen time, but that really does nothing but keep the kids quiet and “zoned out” during the trip. Enter the Artsbot art kits. They help cure boredom, reduce screen time, and spark imagination in kids of all ages!

While traveling, parents often see no other option but to put their kids in front of digital screens to offer a distraction. The ArtsBot kits get kids away from the screen by offering creative, entertaining solutions for families on the go.

They kits are TSA compliant – no sharp objects, scissors or mess!  Pack your child’s Artsbot kit in the carry-on bag then sit back while they enjoy hours of creativity.

Lucy recently tried the Button Parade kit to design her own jewelry. She was eager to get creative and make her own button and bead jewelry. She created one bracelet then decided to stash her kit away in the Artsbot bag, all ready for and looking forward to our flight to Marrakech next month. No iPad for Lucy on that flight!

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1 Day Kid Friendly Travel Guide: Bayeux, France

November 28, 2017 by Dana Zeliff 4 Comments

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The perfect spot to immerse yourself in WWII history is the French city of Bayeux. Part of the Bessin area of Normandy, Bayeux was the first town liberated in mainland France. Bayeux has plenty to offer visitors and makes the perfect base to ponder the Battles of Normandy. We put together a 1 day travel guide to Bayeux, France to help visitors make the most of their time in the city.

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Filed Under: France, Europe Travel with Kids, Destinations Tagged With: Normandy France

Finding Inspiration at Monet’s House and Gardens in Giverny, France

November 23, 2017 by Dana Zeliff Leave a Comment

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Visiting Monet’s House and Gardens in Giverny, France is a must. We stopped as part of a 2 week roadtrip through Northern France, but it would also be a perfect day trip from Paris. Escape the busy city and find inspiration at Monet’s House and Gardens. Visitors can tour the two gardens, as well as the house, to gain a sense of the daily life of the complex painter.

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Filed Under: France, Europe Travel with Kids, Destinations Tagged With: Paris France, Normandy France

American Airlines Business Class Review New York to London on the Boeing 777-200

October 20, 2017 by Dana Zeliff Leave a Comment

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American Airlines Flight
Boeing 777-200
New York City JFK -> London LHR
Business Class
Overnight flight

Flying back to Nice from the USA, we were again ensconced in luxury. We settled into our roomy, comfortable seats and prepared ourselves for the 7 hour flight. The business class seats lay flat, come with a ton of storage and a nice media center.  I’m not sure I’ll ever get my kids back in economy for a long-haul flight again!

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Filed Under: Flying, Luxury Family Travel

First Class Domestic Travel: Is it Worth It? Flying American Airline First Class Philadelphia to Tampa

October 14, 2017 by Dana Zeliff 9 Comments

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American Flight
Airbus A319
Philadelphia PHL -> Tampa TPA
First Class

It was all about enjoying seats at the front of the plane, as we made our way in style from Europe to the USA. In addition to flying business class on our Transatlantic flight, we had our first experience with first class domestic travel. We flew American Airline first class from Philadelphia to Tampa on the Airbus A319, loving the first class service. If you’ve been considering a first class flight, take a peek at our experience…

First Class Domestic Travel

First Class Domestic Travel:

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Filed Under: Flying, Luxury Family Travel

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Hi, I’m Dana. I believe planning a great trip doesn't mean spending endless evenings scrolling through travel forums and getting overwhelmed by all the logistics.

My approach to travel is built on real-world experience. Alongside my husband and our two kids (who are now 19 and 22), I’ve explored 48 countries across 4 continents including a life-changing four years living as expats in France.

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