Essentials when travelling
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Homeschooling Kindergarten | Travel Schooling supplies
What is Travel Schooling I’ve long been an advocate for using the world as a classroom and using travel to supplement a child’s schooling. The concept of travel schooling was first introduced to me on one of my favorite shows growing up, The Wild Thornerry’s. Ive been obsessed with the idea of living in a tiny home on wheels and traveling the world with my kin ever since. My child has the luxury of having a mother who is in love with reading and a father who is married to math. So to be totally honest our method of tavel schooling is more akin to unschooling on the road. At…
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Sustainable Luxury | Build your own sustainability starter kit
In an alternate universe in another life, I’ll own a specialty, specialty store that only sells earth tone zero-waste essentials. I’ll read your palm or your tea leaves and glean exactly what you need for your own personalized sustainability starter kit. Till I step through the appropriate Stargate in order to make that happen I’ll just continue to build my own, and share what I’ve learned. I’ve scoured the internet and stared longingly at premade bundles of sustainable essentials, but they either cost more than I care to spend, don’t support my color story or they don’t have everything I want. As with all things, the key to building your…
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What to bring to a picnic with kids this summer
My absolute favorite thing do when the weather warms up in New York is to go on a picnic. Planning what to bring to a picnic with kids is crucial. With all the natural wonders New York City hides within her city limits, amidst the bright lights and fast pace, a picnic is one of the best ways to explore New York off the beaten path. Picnic mat: to me, picnic mats set the stage and make or break the look and feel of your picnic. Are you going for rustic or romantic? The right picnic mat really sets your outdoor gathering up for success. Reusable Water Bottle: because duh,…
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Travel Essentials |Carryon bag checklist for sustainable travel with Kids
This Travel checklist is the way I don’t lose my sanity, everything has a place and a purpose and performs double duty once we arrive at our final destination. My checklist is filled with stylish sustainable travel essentials that make it easy to keep track of my things when traveling with my toddler. They also play a pivotal role in ensuring I have a beautiful experience while on vacation. Backpack / Camera Bag – I’ve been looking for a bag that will play many roles and not draw attention to my valuables within, this backpack comes with hidden access to the padded camera compartment. It’s perfect for going through airport…
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Family Beach Vacation Packing List
I live 15 minutes form the beach in New York City and after many years of summer loving I’ve compiled the ultimate beach vacation packing List for family travel. These stylish sustainable essentials ensure a relaxing day at the beach with kids, that’s easy on Mother Earth. cooler this backpack cooler that makes handsfree travel possible to keep beverages cool and your fresh fruit treats fresh shovel these bamboo ones look darling. bucket these collapsible ones are perfect to pack in your bag. Buying beach toys near the beach is a no no as all the tourist trap options are cheaply made items beach towel To dry off but, large…
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TODDLER TRAVEL HACK | BREASTFEEDING
Traveling as a family has its own unique set of challenges but throw a toddler into the mix and you’re on a totally new adventure. This year noon will be 3, she’s walking and talking questioning her existence and demanding more of me than I am ready to give on most Thursday’s. I cuddle her and giggle with her, we pick flowers and play peekaboo and yes we’re still breastfeeding. Everyone who knows me knows I’m breastfeeding I’m open about it and do it unabashedly. I’ve never had a negative experience or had someone request for me to cover or leave an establishment. Aside from all the stellar health benefits…
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Navigating the Batu Cave steps with Kids
Every time I travel to Kuala Lumpur I make a stop at the Batu Caves. There is something magical about getting to the very top and experiencing the Fern Gully type of hidden kingdom revealed at the precipice. My most recent trip to the Batu Caves was for my annual birthday trip and was the first time climbing the steps with a toddler in tow. Let me tell you, climbing the steps of the Batu Caves are a completely different beast while pregnant versus with a full grown human strapped to my back. Here are a few tips for your next family trip to the Batu Caves, including what to wear. Like…
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SMALL TOKENS
Friends you meet on your travels are gifts. Gifts from those friends are magic
