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Family Travel Tips to Save Money on Travel

By Jody Halsted February 19, 2013

Artist's Point- the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone

Traveling as a family costs more than traveling as a single person or couple. Try the tricks my family uses to save money on travel. Thanks to WHO TV 13 in Des Moines for letting me share some of my travel tips and tricks! Of course, not all of my spring break recommendations, handy sites […]

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Baby It’s Getting Cold Outside- Keep Warm this Winter with Heat Holders

By Jody Halsted November 19, 2015

Keep warm this winter with Heat Holders . Thermal socks and leggings. Best winter wear.

I’ve spent my entire life enduring winter in hearty (read: damn cold) northern climes. A childhood spent in Iowa, where the winter temperatures are measured in ‘feels like’ degrees, to Minnesota where a warn winter day means the sun is out and there is no wind so 20°F means you shed your coat, to an ocean-side […]

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My Favorite Beauty Products for Camping

By Jody Halsted July 23, 2015

My favorite beauty products for camping. Because roughing it doesn't mean you can't be pretty.

Redirected to https://campingtipsforeveryone.com/beauty-products-to-bring-camping-2/  7/3/2019 I don’t know about you, but for me camping is one time when I really don’t feel like I have to present myself in a certain way- whether that is as a professional, a wife, or a mom. I can be relaxed and minimal, focused on fun & family. That said, I’m […]

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Safety Tat – A Review and Giveaway

By Jody Halsted July 1, 2009

I’ve been a fan of Safety Tat since I first found out about them last August. My girls love to wear them, they are cute and fun and they give me a little piece of mind. Recently Safety Tat came out with new designs in their Quick Stick Write-On tats: Super cute, yes? We received […]

21 Comments · Filed Under: Recommended Travel Products · Tagged With: Fun for Kids, products, Safety

How to Get Great Vacation Photos of the Entire Family

By Jody Halsted August 10, 2016

Family Vacation Portraits with Flytographer

Are great family vacation photos- of the entire family together– one of your goals? Maybe a shot good enough to put on that Christmas card you never send out- because you just don’t have any good family photos? I don’t know about you, but I’m often behind the camera catching all the vacation fun. And though […]

1 Comment · Filed Under: Recommended Travel Products, Travel · Tagged With: travel tips, vacation memories, vacation photos

RV There Yet? Guiding Our Trip with the New CoPilot RV App

By Jody Halsted April 27, 2016

CoPilot RV app shows points of interest like truck stops, campgrounds, restaurants, and RV services

This article can now be found at Camping Tips for Everyone. Click here to be redirected.

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Backyard Safari Outfitters Gear Makes Your Backyard an Adventure!

By Jody Halsted June 23, 2010

Backyard Safari Outfitters Gear

A few weeks ago I received a rather large box that weighed surprisingly little.  Now, days when we receive packages are kind of like Christmas, so my girls were excited.  They were even more excited when the box actually contained something for them.  Inside were three items from Backyard Safari Outfitters courtesy of Team Mom. […]

2 Comments · Filed Under: Recommended Travel Products · Tagged With: camping, Fun for Kids

Taste the USA with Discover Our America Subscription Box

By Jody Halsted May 3, 2016

Discover Our America Subscription Box - Michigan! A taste of each state- delivered monthly.

Between our RV and car we cover a lot of miles across the US. And if you watch my instagram feed while we’re on the road you know that we LOVE trying regional food! So it was a no-brainer when Discover Our America asked if I wanted to try their new state-themed monthly subscription box. […]

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Powermat Portable Charger- Travel Gadget… in a minute

By Jody Halsted December 21, 2010

A bit more information: I had been intrigued by the Powermat for quite a while so I was very excited when I was offered the opportunity to review the Portable Mat with Powercube.  As you can see from the video, it releases me from the bond of all those cords- plus I don’t risk losing […]

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Choosing Luggage for Family Travel

By Jody Halsted July 20, 2016

Trunki Boost a Pak

If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you have probably realized that I believe the key to successful trips is proper preparation and organization, with a dash of resourcefulness – and the choosing the right luggage for family travel can make or break a trip if plans go awry.  From overbooked flights to lost reservations to […]

1 Comment · Filed Under: Packing Tips, Recommended Travel Products, Travel Resources · Tagged With: handy tips, Packing, products, Travel Resources

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