Summer Accessories

Summer is here and everybody can’t wait to hit the beach! While most people want to swim and enjoy the sun, most women see it as a chance to parade their swimsuits and get a tan! So what do you need when lazing around the beach? A pair of sunglasses of course! It does not only keep your eyes protected from the harmful rays of the sun, it lets you do people watching discreetly too. From the aviators, rimless, Jackie O, cat eye, oversized glasses, sunglasses has become a fashion accessory! For summer accessories, a big beach towel (maybe for sharing), a wide brimmed hat, a pocketbook for light reading, flip flops and tanning lotion of course! Do not bring jewelries to the beach – funky hoops or dangling earrings can be OK, just don’t bring the real stuff – it has big chances of getting lost!

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Exploring Unexpected Travel Destinations

Spring is a much-awaited season. After record-breaking temperatures, numerous snowstorms and blizzards this winter, I know we are all looking forward to much higher temperatures but not enough to break us into sweat. Spring is very much anticipated! Of course, with changing of seasons to spring and summer, vacations are planned and travel is in a lot of families’ itinerary. That is why most popular vacation destinations are always fully booked. I personally think that having a lot of people in the same resort/theme park/museum even if it is in a great area takes out a lot of fun. Who needs long lines and busy people around when you travelled because you need some R&R? That is why I am leaning towards the vacation ideas I saw online. We can explore lesser know cities for the same experience on a much cheaper level, with less people.

You can look up vacation deals online. Here are some ideas of the cities you can go to. MyCitiesGuide.com has a much comprehensive list with feedback too. Go check it out!

Beach Destinations
Amelia Island, Florida Destination
Destin, Florida Destination
Fort Lauderdale, Florida Destination
Hilton Head, South Carolina Destination
Kona, Hawaii Destination
Long Beach, California Destination
Ventura, California Destination

Scenic Destinations
Burlington, Vermont Destination
Charlottesville, Virginia Destination
Door County, Wisconsin Destination
Flagstaff, Arizona Destination
Grand Canyon, Arizona Destination
Los Gatos, California Destination
Lynchburg, Virginia Destination
Richmond, Virginia Destination
Santa Fe, New Mexico Destination
Scottsdale, Arizona Destination
Sedona, Arizona Destination
Taos, New Mexico Destination
The Black Hills, South Dakota Destination
White Mountains, New Hampshire Destination

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Experience European Culture

One of my dream vacation spots would definitely be Europe. I would love to explore the continent someday – there is something there that I cannot describe: history and culture, fashion, arts. Plus, going around countries by car or train in a matter of hours is a definite plus. I can imagine it now – I am going to be lining up in museums and taking tours and just walking around the city. I just really envision Europe (Paris to be exact) to have this cobbled streets peppered with quaint coffee shops like in the movie Sabrina.

Of course, what would traveling and experiencing Europe be without eating? Eating for me is a different experience together. Being able to try different foods prepared for a different tongue (people) excites me. Restaurants and restaurant hopping is also on my list. I heard that Restaurants London have quite the intercontinental restaurants in their area, being able to taste different cuisines – Greek, Indian, Italian – will be a treat!

I need to try out their coffee shops too. I love coffee and it most perfectly goes well with cake (I should know!) or something sweet! I read that the following have popular ratings and good feedbacks from real customers:
1. Molly Bakes
Sunday Upmarket, Hanbury Street, London E1 6QL

2. Paul A Young Fine Chocolates – Islington
33 Camden Passage, London N1 8EA

3. Dose Espresso – Barbican
69 Long Lane, London EC1A 9EJ

4. Riverside Studios – Hammersmith
Crisp Road, Hammersmith, London

Maybe I can try the Pubs London has to offer too!

Here are the top 3 in London:
1. St. John Bar & Restaurant – Farringdon
26 St. John Street, Finsbury, London

2. Riverside Studios – Hammersmith
Crisp Road, Hammersmith, London

3. The Gunmakers – Clerkenwell
13 Eyre Street Hill, London EC1R 5ET

 

I really like to experience what it would be like in a pub. Would it be like a bar or a club or generally a drinking area like what we see in movies?

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Destination Breezes

I know we can’t wait for summer to get into full swing so we can enjoy some R&R travelling! From where I live, summer is beating hard upon us with record-breaking temperatures. And it is no joke! We do not even dare go out of the house. The kids still have classes so we cannot even attempt to go to a beach getaway to enjoy the sea. I dream of going to an all inclusive Caribbean trip someday. Who would not want to enjoy the white sandy beaches along the famous destination? It has always been the perfect destination for weddings and honeymoons.

You can also enjoy your dream in a nearby location too, just a little off coast of Florida and enjoy an all inclusive Bahamas vacation! When you decide to stay in the Bahamas, you need to stay on Nassau’s legendary Cable Beach, the best beach in a place widely known for its spectacular beaches! This is where Breezes Resorts are!What’s fun about Breezes Resorts is they have everything you need for everyone (from all walks of life). From water sports to tennis, rock climbing to relaxing services like spa massages to entertainment like a circus school complete with a flying trapeze – they have it!

Here are a few of their amenities:

  • All meals, from breakfast buffets to dinner feasts.
  • Even late night snacks. All you can eat, all the time.
  • All drinks, from soft drinks to top-shelf premium brands.
  • All entertainment.
  • All tips & gratuities.
  • All provided land and watersports and top-of-the-line equipment.
  • All hotel taxes and airport transfers*.
  • And MUCH, MUCH MORE!

Breezes Resorts have hotels in Jamaica, Curacao, Bahamas, Panama and Brazil. So if you want to try an all inclusive Brazil vacation instead, you still have Breezes Resort to go to.

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Zooming in the Caribbean

What better place to travel to when you want to unwind, relax and just chill than the Caribbean? The white-sandy beaches which have always been a famous choice for destination weddings is not only perfect for weddings but also for vacations. The Karisma line of hotels has a resort suited for people from all walks of life! The Azul Beach Hotel Resort, for example, sits on a beautiful stretch of the Bahia Pentempich beach in Puerto Moreles, and has re-opened this season after being completely redesigned. With just 98 rooms with many family-friendly amenities, Azul Beach Hotel offers families a new way to vacation. Parents are pampered with adult-sized indulgences as well as extras like strollers, cribs, baby milk heaters, beach games, coloring books, refrigerators for milk and medicines, and even kid-sized bathrobes. Beach buffs will revel in the services of dedicated Beach Butlers, offering the ultimate in service and sun bathing convenience, including soft towel service, refreshment deliveries, tanning products and water vaporizers.

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Plans for the Summer

I have been going over our forecasted budget vs savings to see if we can afford to travel this summer, not far but a resort. It would be nice to treat the kids out and swim. We have not been doing that for the past three summers. I think we can squeeze one in, though not as grand as we want it to be. We need to make sure we don’t spend the kids’ enrollment money and the money set aside for the policy we decided to get among the insurance quote policies we read through.

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Dining in Paris

French dining has long been considered to be one of the most elegant, cultured and palatable experiences among cuisines. French people have been known to dine with wine all the time, even in broad daylight, so I can just assume how rich and heady their dishes are. I always wanted to experience dining in Paris or London or any place in Europe. I am always reading up on reviews about the latest restaurant paris in the market. You can always see and read about it at Restalo.com. It is the largest guide of restaurants in Spain and now they also have a listing of restaurants in Paris and London.

Based on the feedback, I would like to try the following restaurants: L’Escargot Restaurant, The Atrium Restaurant and The Belvedere Restaurant.

The L’Escargot Restaurant is in the heart of the famous Soho (Greek St), one of London’s most fashionable and well-established eateries. I am very intrigued by their desserts entrees:
- Bramley Apple Crumble Souffle, Vanilla Milkshake
- Bitter Chocolate & Coffee Mousse, Orange Crème Fraiche Sorbet & Chocolate Lace Crisp
- Sticky Toffee Sponge, Caramel Ice Cream, Malt Custard & Vanilla Caramel
- Pink Grapefruit Tart, Hazelnut Powder & Muscovado Ice Cream

The Atrium restaurants boasts of International Cuisine and is only a short walk away from Westminster Pier.

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Skiing and Snowboarding

The Midwest has been hit with record-breaking snowstorms this week and friends from the affected states have been posting status updates with corresponding photos at Facebook and I am shocked with the amount of snow that has fallen already. Weather forecasts predict more snow coming in with potential blizzards so classes have been suspended and most offices have ordered their employees to work from home.

Most kids who are experiencing their first snowstorm were all excited and built snowmen and played around the snow for two days. On the third day, my friends told me they were complaining at being stuck at home and have declared they officially hate snow. I am sure they would change their minds when they get older. Ski resorts have always been popular destinations for vacations with college students and families. Skiing and snowboarding in the mountains can cause quite the thrill, really. Why do you think Lake Tahoe is so popular? Situated in the Sierra Nevarda about 200 miles from San Francisco, it sure is a popular place for ski resorts for people in the West Coast who rarely or almost never gets snow all year round. I haven’t tried skiing yet and I am honestly scared to try – but for once in my life, I’d like to try things that scare me before I die :)

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Travel Vacation ideas

It’s the start of the new year and most families, specifically husband and wives, have been planning for the whole year, mapping out expenses each month, and plotting out possible vacation trips for the families. Summer has always been a good time for family vacations as school is out and the weather is perfect for beaches. Why not try going to the Caribbean? There is a Cancun All Inclusive resort that caters to families – the Azul Beach Resort. With just 98 rooms, a gourmet-inclusive dining philosophy and many family-friendly amenities, Azul Beach Hotel offers families a new way to vacation. Parents are pampered with adult-sized indulgences as well as extras like strollers, cribs, baby milk heaters, beach games, coloring books, refrigerators for milk and medicines, and even kid-sized bathrobes. Beach buffs will revel in the services of dedicated Beach Butlers, offering the ultimate in service and sun bathing convenience, including soft towel service, refreshment deliveries, tanning products and water vaporizers.

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Romantic riviera maya

Who doesnt know the Riviera? A strip of beach located at Mexico’s most sought after Caribbean beaches, a perfect romantic vacation riviera maya is on top of everyone’s vacation wish list. There are newly launched cancun hotels that cater to people from all walks of life. From families, newlyweds, even folks with unique personalities (nudists). Because I like to eat, Id like to try their Gourmet Inclusive restaurant in one of the Karisma Hotels.“Gourmet Inclusive” is an entirely new concept that caters to sophisticated world travelers who have already come to expect and appreciate the fine details behind a good dining experience. Yes, everything is included. But no, this is not your ordinary inclusive fare, service or locales. Karisma’s gourmet-level cuisine is served in sleek and sensual sit-down locales and fashion-forward bars. You won’t find a buffet table here (except for kids-they like them). What you will find is cooking that meets the standards of the best restaurants, prepared in a way that will excite and surprise the senses. Special touches include bars equipped with real swings or hanging beds, bars with iced tops to keep drinks frosty cold, tequila lounges with 30 artisanal tequilas on offer, private-label wines from vineyards in Argentina’s Mendoza Valley chosen and offered as they would be in the best restaurants—by experienced sommeliers.

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