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Yesterday kicked off Hurricane season but did you Yesterday kicked off Hurricane season but did you know there are Caribbean islands outside of the Hurricane Belt and ones that rarely ever see hurricanes? (Save and share this post) 

Aruba, pictured here has gorgeous beaches and is one of them! The others are:

1. Curaçao 
2. St. Vincent and The Grenadines
3. Bonaire
4. Trinidad and Tobago 

Click the link in my bio for details on these islands and for my Aruba itinerary.

Personally I think you can still visit other Caribbean islands during this time. Just be sure to have reservations that are changeable in case a hurricane is in the forecast for your scheduled dates. Having grown up around hurricanes I def know they’re scary and cause extreme harm but notice is given for you to be able to adjust your plans. What are your thoughts on traveling to the Caribbean during hurricane season? 

#hurricaneseason #traveltips
#ad We recently spent the day exploring Everglades #ad We recently spent the day exploring Everglades National Park. Of course the girls first stop was to the visitor center to pick up a Jr. Ranger workbook so they can earn another Jr. Ranger badge. We got to see lots of alligators (baby ones too), turtles and different species of birds which is exactly what the @kinderus and @nationalparkfoundation partnership is all about, learning more about the wildlife in the national parks along the Explore the Wild Treat + Toy Kinder Joy Eggs. Have you made it to any national parks this year?
Things to do in Riyadh, Saudi (save and share this Things to do in Riyadh, Saudi (save and share this post)!

1. Visit historical Diriyah! This is the birthplace of the first Saudi state, its extremely well preserved and a must see UNESCO site. We did a 2 hour guided tour and I highly recommend.

2. Have lunch at Najd Village which is a restaurant that serves traditional meals in a traditional setting (sitting on the floor, eating with your hands). The entire restaurant is built in the old Nadj lifestyle so you can see the architecture of the past. The food was amazing and the ambiance is equally beautiful.

3. Explore the red sand dunes which I highlighted in my last reel. You can do dunebashing, sandboarding, ATVing and more.

4. Walk around The Boulevard- it’s an outdoor entertainment area with shops, restaurants and more. There’s an area that replicates Times Square and then other parts reminded me on the Vegas strip, perfect place to spend an evening for dinner.

5. Face your fear of heights and walk across the skybridge at the Kingdom Centre Tower. It’s 300 meters above the ground with amazing views of the city. Don’t worry it’s enclosed!

6. Visit the National Museum of Saudi Arabia.

7. Walk around the Masmak Fort, it’s free!

8. See the Edge of the World, one of the most famous spots in Saudi.

I’m very glad I got to see Saudi for myself, next stop, exploring the city of Jeddah! Would you do any of these activities?

📸 @chrispriestley__ and @nadjowa
#Ad This summer I have plans to do a lot of outdoo #Ad This summer I have plans to do a lot of outdoor activities, and protecting my skin while being out in the sun is extremely important! Since I frequently travel with others, having a sunscreen that everyone can use is a must, which is why I’m loving the new @coppertoneusa Complete sunscreen! 

It passed the most important tests for me when looking at sunscreen, it leaves no white cast on my skin, is lightweight, moisturizing, provides UVA and UVB sun protection, and is water-resistant for up to 80 minutes! 

This new sunscreen allows me to pack light while providing the entire group with the sun protection we need. What sunny summer plans do you have? #Coppertone #ItsGreatOutdoors
Saving money anywhere we can is key to us being ab Saving money anywhere we can is key to us being able to travel frequently. @Priceline makes it easy to save on hotels with their Priceline Express Deals®, which can save us up to 60% off published hotel rates for all the major hotels and more. While you won't be able to see the hotel name until after you've paid, you can filter what you see by choosing your preferred neighborhood and amenities of your choice, then let Priceline do the rest. I used it to get an amazing hotel in La Jolla on one of our trips to San Diego, what trips do you have coming up that you're looking to save on hotels? Tap the link in bio to download the app now to save on your next trip. #PricelineExpressDeals #PricelinePartner
“There’s no dream too big or too small”, tha “There’s no dream too big or too small”, that’s the mantra of the girls favorite gymnast, Simone Biles, and one we personally live by. They’re in gymnastics and swim and outside of these regular activities you’ve all seen them try skiing, surfing, hang-gliding and more. None of these come easy but they know that there is nothing they can’t accomplish as long as they work towards their goals just as Simone Biles does. They were so excited to find out Simone has her own collection at @athleta and are now convinced these outfits give them super powers🤣. Which one of these outfits is your favorite? #PowerOfShe #AthletaGirl #AthletaPartner
There’s more to Jordan than Petra and Wadi Rum! There’s more to Jordan than Petra and Wadi Rum! We got to spend time in Feynan and one morning while there Jordyn and I woke up early to go on a hike through this nature reserve. Our @nike gear from @kohls was perfect for the climate. 

We both loved that we matched from head to toe in our #nikesportswear and we’re able to find attire in beautiful colors. You can actually walk from Petra to Feynan, it only takes 3 days 😅 and lots of people do it. While the two of us did not do that we loved exploring this land of the Bedouin. 

What have been the best/most memorable places you have hiked? #kohlsfinds #kohlspartner

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Winter Weekend in Denver with Kids

March 2, 2022      Colorado, Destinations, North America

Living in Miami we don’t experience real winters. Whenever we’re craving a bit of winter, Colorado is our go to. We’ve spent many winters here skiing but admittedly we always skipped Denver and went straight to the mountains. This winter we decided to do things a little different, spending a winter weekend in Denver with kids.

How to Get to Denver with Kids

We absolutely love planning trips around flight deals and there are always great deals to Denver. If you don’t have specific dates you have to travel you can always find great Denver deals on Scott’s Cheap Flights or Skyscanner.

How to Spend A Winter Weekend in Denver with Kids

Meow Wolf

If you have kids with big imaginations you definitely want to visit Meow Wolf. We previously visited the Las Vegas location and loved it so much we had to go again on our trip to Denver with kids. This interactive multi-floor exhibit had the kids so engaged, they loved going from room to room seeing what they would find next. Plan to spend at least two hours here.

Hammonds Candies

I don’t know any kids that don’t like candy. Your family can take a free tour of the Hammond’s Candies factory. They make all of their products here and you can see them in action. Each tour comes with a sweet treat at the end. The tour lasts about 45 minutes.

Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum

I didn’t think the kids could have a better time than they did at Meow Wolf but I think Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum was a close second or tie. Here my daughters were able to learn about what it’s like living at the International Space Station. They were also able to do a simulated flight in the type of plane the Wright Brothers first flew in. They learned about Morse code, and played in the dedicated kids area. There are so many military jets in the museum as well and we got to take a ladder up to the top of one and look into the cockpit.

Butterfly Pavilion

We’ve been to a few Butterfly World’s but nothing like the Butterfly Pavilion in Denver. I’m actually not sure why they call it Butterfly Pavilion because there is so much more to do. In the first room you enter it’s filled with colorful frogs and a variety of tarantulas. You can even hold a tarantula and I still can’t believe the girls were brave enough to do it.

The next room is a mini aquarium with every kid’s favorite fish, Dori! This room even has two touch tanks, one with starfish and one with crabs you can touch. After this room you get to the outdoor area with the butterflies and you can walk through

Red Rocks Amphitheater

Red Rocks Amphitheater is one of the most visited places in Denver and for good reason. Even if you can’t make it here for a concert to take in the amazing acoustics it’s worth stopping by. The red rocks are gorgeous and there are a few short hikes you can do.

Where to Ski During A Winter Weekend in Denver with Kids

After a fun filled two days in Denver it was time to hit the slopes. The closest and easiest mountain to ski from Denver is Winter Park. There is actually an Amtrak train that leaves from Union Station and drops you right at the base of the mountain. Literally hop off the train and you’re skiing in 5 minutes. If you don’t want to take the train it’s just 90 minutes to two hours from Denver depending on traffic you can drive here.

Things to do at Winter Park with Kids

Snow Tubing: Right at Winter Park Resort is their Coca-Cola Tube Park. Passes are sold in 1 hour increments and only a certain amount of tickets are sold for each session. This allows the lines to be manageable and for you to get to go down the hill multiple times in your session.

Take snowboard or ski lessons: Winter Park Resort offers both ski and snowboard lessons for all levels. This was our 4th year skiing with the girls and they were rusty at first but they picked it up again quickly. Kids as young as 3 years old can take lessons here.

Snowcat Tour: Want to explore the mountain without doing any work? Take a snowcat tour, we did a sunset one and it was so beautiful. The slopes are completely empty by this time and you get to go up the slopes in this cool snow cat. At the top your tour guide makes a fire so you can roast marshmallows or make s’mores and sip on hot chocolate.

Where to Eat in Denver with Kids

I never imagined Denver as a foodie city but I stand corrected. We obviously couldn’t eat everywhere on our short trip but we had great food everywhere we ate.

Denver Biscuit Co.: If you’re craving biscuits this is your place! I love the chicken biscuits with their fresh honey and the grits here are good too!

Denver Milk Market: Traveling with picky eaters or a family where everyone wants to eat something different? This is the place to go. It was connected to one of the hotels we stayed in and the perfect food hall. From Asian to Italian to seafood to American it has it all and the best part is you can sit at one table and order from any of the establishments all on one bill! 

Quality Italian: If you like Italian food you will enjoy Quality Italian. With freshly made pasta on the menu not only was the food excellent but the service was excellent!

The Original: Honestly if you came here and only ate the brussel sprouts it would be worth it! 

Snooze AM Eatery: Admittedly I am usually a french toast girl but the pancakes here are so good. We tried the pineapple upside down ones and well I’ve been craving them ever since.

Where to Stay in Denver with Kids

There are so many accommodations in Denver it can be overwhelming. Whether you prefer vacation rentals or hotels the options are endless. For this trip we chose a hotel and stayed in two different areas to get a feel for the city. 

We first stayed at The Maven, located a few blocks from Union Station. There are tons of restaurants within walking distance. It’s a cute boutique hotel with lots of space to hang out in the lobby, play games and listen to music.

Later on in our trip we moved to The Halcyon located in the Cherry Creek neighborhood. We absolutely loved this boutique hotel. The service here was impeccable and the rooms were beautifully decorated with gorgeous bathrooms. The hotel has a restaurant on site as well as a restaurant connected to its lobby, Quality Italian. 

We had the best winter weekend in Denver with kids. After so many years of visiting Colorado but landing and immediately leaving Denver it was great to see what Denver has to offer. If you found this article helpful, please share it!

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