Showing posts with label Travel. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Travel. Show all posts

Sunday, May 22, 2016

The Father's Day Travalo Giveaway

Fathers Day Travalo Giveaway

Welcome To The Father's Day Travalo Giveaway!

Host: Michigan Saving and More

Sponsor: Travalo

1 Winner
5/23 – 6/13

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Travalo

Travalo Giveaway
$15.99 rv
See review HERE

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I Wish I Had A BagyBed When My Kids Were Born!

Having a baby can be a very confusing time, as much as it is a wonderful time. There is so much to learn, so much to figure out, what do you need, what you don't. It can become a little overwhelming. I remember those days and was thankful I had good advice from my Mom and a few other dear ladies.


But I just learned about one thing I didn't have and sure wish I did have. It's the BagyBed Diaper Bag, Portable Changing Station, and Bed. This is such a neat idea and so easy to use! The BagyBed is everything you need to carry around all your baby's needs and a place to care for them wherever you go. There is no need for a changing station or even a bed. You have it with you all the time.


The bag comes all in one large portable bag, ready to use. It has a large padded and adjustable shoulder strap that you can use to carry it with. It also has two small snap straps to attach the BagyBed to a stroller, so everything you need is conveniently located.


When you look at both sides of the bag there are three very large zippered pockets with smaller zippered pockets on the front of them. Believe me, these things can hold a lot of stuff. There is enough room for you to pack changes of clothes, plenty of diapers, wipes, plenty of snacks, toys, pacifiers, and a lot more. There is enough room you could use this to pack up all you need for your little one for a weekend away.


There is also a smaller zippered pocket and two drawstring pockets on one of the sides. Good places to keep smaller items, bottles, and a water bottle or travel mug for mom. In total there are seven pockets and two drawstring pockets. TONS of room for everything you might need.




When you want to open the bag completely up, at the top there are two snap flaps. This opens the whole bag to become the changing pad or bed. Unsnap the snaps and you will see that there are two heavy duty Velcro strips that hold the two sides of the bag in place. When you undo the flaps and the Vecro, the bag lays flat. You need to flip it over and put together the sides. The flaps you undid become part of what holds the sides up. These are easy to place with several pieces of heavy duty Velcro, and just takes a few seconds to do. Once the four comers are Velcroed, you have your changing pad or bed.


The inside of the BagyBed has a soft cotton material covering a padded mat in the bottom. It is enough padding for your little one to be comfortable and cozy while napping. The sides are wide enough that there is plenty of room for a little wiggling. I wiggled it a lot and the Velcro on the corners did not budge, so the chance of the flaps folding is not there! It would take someone pulling them apart to do that.

This is a really nifty thing for any new parent to have and makes traveling with your little one easy. The bed when opened measures about 30" long, so this will work for a baby up to about 9-11 months, of course depending on their size. I really wish I had one of these for my boys with all the raveling we did when they were babies. It would have made all those trips a lot easier for everyone! This would make a fabulous gift for any new parent!

You can purchase the BagyBed Diaper Bag, Portable Changing Station, and Bed HERE!

This reviewer received the product free or at a discounted price in order to bring you an honest review. No other form of compensation was given. All opinions are those of the reviewer.

Friday, April 22, 2016

Exceptional Bottles For Traveling With Essential Oils

One thing I really enjoy is using essential oils. They are a big part of my life and have been for many, many years. I was using them before it became a "thing". There are so many that can help you live a better life, and I know when I am not using my oils enough. I start feeling out of whack.


I was happy to get some really neat little bottles to carry some of my oils with me all the time without having to carry a big container with all the large bottles. Your Prepared Family has a set of 10, ¼ dram Amber Glass Aromatherapy Bottles. These are the nicest little bottles to have.


These little bottle are teeny tiny. Each one is only 1" tall and a little over ½" in diameter. The bottles are amber in color to help protect the contents from UV light, which can damage the oil and it's effectiveness. They also come with 10 little stoppers to keep the contents of each bottle secure and from leaking.


I love having these. They make it so easy to fill a couple with a few different oils or combination of oils, and I can carry them along with me in my purse or backpack. Wherever I go, I know I can have some of my favorite oils handy, ones that help with stress, or being tired, any number of things. Sometimes it's nice just to have a refreshing fragrance along.


The little stoppers are super easy to get out and then put back in. I was surprised at how easy the were to remove. Honestly, I was afraid I would spill the oil. Have not done that yet!

These are the perfect little bottles for traveling, sharing a few with friends or if you are in the essential oil business, for handing out samples to customers. Seriously convenient and easy to use. And all 10 bottle take up the room of one larger bottle! That certainly are space savers for travel!

I highly recommend these to you if you use essential oils!

You can purchase the Your Prepared Family Amber Glass Aromatherapy Set of 10 Bottles HERE!

This reviewer received the product free or at a discounted price in order to bring you an honest review. No other form of compensation was given. All opinions are those of the reviewer.

Thursday, March 10, 2016

VETRA Medium Duffle Bag For So Many THngs

I have found over the years by having only men in my house, that they can be pretty rough on suitcases, backpacks and duffle bags. They can wear them out fast, so I keep a look out for nice ones that will hold up as long as possible.


VETRA has a great medium sized Duffle Bag that I really like and I think it will fit the bill for my guys. The bag measures 23" x 11" x 12", and has three main pockets and one small Velcro pocket inside.


The two smaller of the main pockets are on either end of the bag. One has a solid closure to put all kinds of things in. The other has a small section at the top that has mesh to keep your shoes ventilated and becoming super stinky. I love this! Can't tell you how many times I have opened a bag to get a waft of shoe smell. Ick!


The large main section is huge. I was amazed at how much I could pack into this bag. It will hold a lot of equipment, clothing and more. This would be great to use as a sports bag or for a casual weekend bag. It is very roomy and would suit all three of my guys probably for more than just a long weekend. The small Velcro pocket inside the large compartment would be great to hold your wallet, keys, or other small object so they don't get lost in the shuffle inside the bag.


There is a pair of short handles that Velcro together to carry the bag. They are nice a sturdy and comfortable to hold on to. There is also a nice adjustable shoulder strap that has a shoulder cushion that is easy to keep in place. It conforms well to your shoulder and helps keep the bag there while you carry it. The strap is long enough you could even wear it as a cross-body bag to free your hands up.

The material is polyester, and I would say it could be rinsed off, but I would not put it in the washer or dryer. I like how well the bag is made too. It is solid construction and the zippers all move smoothly. The bag is available in black with white trim or navy blue with white trim.

If you are looking for a good medium sized duffle bag, this would be one to consider!

You can purchase the VETRA medium Duffle Bag HERE!

This reviewer received the product free or at a discounted price in order to bring you an honest review. No other form of compensation was given. All opinions are those of the reviewer.

Wednesday, February 24, 2016

You'll Never Guess What Is Back In Fashion

Guess what???? Fanny Packs are back in style. Go figure. But they are not quite what they used to be.


Hybrid Hip has a nifty version I think a lot of people will like and will want to use. First it is leather, and that's always a good thing in my book.


The Fanny Pack is a good size and has three pockets. There is one large pocket in the back of it that has a top zipper. It's closest to your body and can hold all kinds of travel papers, a small wallet, checkbook and other important things while you travel. I love the inside of this. It is the back of the leather and it has that lovely suede feeling to it when you reach in.


There are two pockets on the front. One has a toggle closure that looks really neat in a brass color. There is also a second pocket that has a zipper closure to it. Both are big enough to hold pretty much every phone you might have as well as other things you may want to carry along, like tissues, gum, a little makeup, mints, keys, and more. The inside of each of these has a fabric lining. All the pockets, by the way, are usable with one hand. Really nice when you are traveling.



The belt is adjustable to fit pretty much everyone. The metal accessories to the fanny pack really are nice looking and add a great look to the whole thing. They are the same brass color as the toggle closure on the front. The bag I have is the brown leather, but it is also available in black and has silver metal accents to it. Both look fantastic and really do come in handy!

This would make a nice gift for someone and offers a place for simple travel needs. I like mine and plan on using it when I travel.

You can purchase the Hybrid Hip Fanny Pack HERE!

This reviewer has received the product free or at a discounted price in order to bring you an honest review. No other form of compensation was given. All opinions are those of the reviewer.

Wednesday, February 17, 2016

Keeping Yourself Organized While Traveling

I love to travel and so does my husband, well sometimes he does. But he does not like to travel if his things are not organized and right were he can get to them. He is very much a creature of habit and knowing all his stuff is in one or two convenient places makes traveling so much nicer!


So I was thrilled to be able to try out this Jagurds Hanging Travel Toiletry Bag. It could really make the difference in a trip.


The bag is just the right size to control all of his stuff, from his grooming things, shower items, and more. There is plenty of room for all of it. The bag measures approximately 12" x 8" on the outside and has two small carry handles and a double zipper. The material is waterproof and is super easy to clean off if anything spills on it. Let's face it, things will spill on it.


The inside of the bag has 4 pockets, 2 that are thin and will hold smaller items, one pocket that opens at the top only but is wider, and the fourth pocket that opens on three sides so you can really get to the things you put in that one. Each pocket can be seen through, so you know exactly where you have put something without having to play hide and seek with things.


One of the small pockets zips off the whole bag. We like that a lot! It's perfect for putting things you use more often or may need to carry back and forth to the bathroom when staying with family. It's perfect for your toothbrush, toothpaste, small razor, dental floss, contact lens case, or other small items you may need more often.


The whole bag also has a nice hook to hang it up in the bathroom so it is out of the way, yet still easy to get to as you need things. The bag is well made and very practical! It's good for the men in your life, but would work for so much more. You can carry kids things in it, make it a small diaper bag, lunch bag, craft bag and more! Just use your imagination!

You can purchase the Jagurds Hanging Travel Toiletry Bag HERE!

This reviewer has been compensated with receiving the product free or at a discounted price in order to bring you an honest review. All opinions are those of the reviewer.

Tuesday, November 3, 2015

Where Do You Find Travel Bags For The Men In Your Life?

I love it when you can find a company that offers a good variety of products that are made of quality material and fit all aspects of your life.

One company like that is OXA! I have to tell you, I am very impressed with their products, service and choices! We were able to try out five of their best bags and we are having a hard time figuring out which one we like the best.


The first bag we got to try out was the OXA Men's Canvas Shoulder Messenger Bag. The bag is made from 100% cotton canvas and is very comfortable to use. As soon as I showed it to my oldest son he wanted it. In fact he took it and has not given it back. He loves this bag.

It has one main zippered pocket, two smaller zippered pockets and a cell phone pocket. The main flap covers over all the compartments making it look sleek and simple. But it is a fantastic way to keep some things organized as you go hiking, carry things to and from work and more. My son is using it to carry things back and forth to work and loves how much it can carry and how sturdy the bag is. The adjustable shoulder strap makes it easy for him to use it over on shoulder or as a cross-body bag.


The second bag we got to try out is the OXA Men's Vintage Chest Pack Crossbody Bag. This is a smaller backpack style bag. It has one main larger pocket in the back and two smaller zippered pockets in the front. It is made of 100% cotton canvas and has a padded adjustable shoulder strap. You can reposition the shoulder strap for comfort over you left or right shoulder, depending on how you want to wear it.

This bag is great for hiking, carrying things to class or for day trips where you might need a few things with you, but want both hands free and still be able to carry a little more with you in comfort. We like this smaller bag a lot. The smaller front zippered pocket is great to keep your phone in, your wallet and things you need to get to quickly. The largest pocket is big enough to carry a notebook and several books. it will hold a small laptop or a tablet, but it won't hold a larger laptop.

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The third bag we had to try OXA Men's Vintage Classic Messenger Bag. I know it says "men's", but I love this bag! To me it is the perfect bumping around with my friends kind of bag. This bag is made of 100% cotton canvas. This bag has pockets and more pockets galore! it has a spot for everything you may need to tuck away. There are 9 pockets, 7 of which are zippered. There is also inside one of the pockets smaller compartments good for holding credit cards or business cards, a pen and more.


The bag has a great adjustable strap on it that can be shortened to carry as a bag or you can use the top handle that is attached to the bag to carry it. The two pockets that do not have a zipper closure are great for tucking your phone or iPod into. There is also a small grommet in the zippered compartment with all the tiny slots where you can put your iPod and extend your headphones through the grommet to listen while you walk.

I have been carrying this bag for a while now and I have to say that I really, really like it a lot. It has held everything I need when I go somewhere, from my wallet, Kindle , pens, a book, small makeup case, camera, and then more!  But it is not bulky or too over sized. This is a great travel bag!


The fourth bag we tried out is the OXA Men's Canvas Backpack Travel Bag. This is another bag my oldest son took from me as soon as I opened it. He said it was just what he was looking for. I have not had this one back since he took it either.

This is a 100% cotton canvas bag that is a backpackers dream! It has just the right number of pockets in it and it can function as a backpack or a duffle bag. There is one large compartment, 2 zippered front pockets and a smaller side pocket that is good for a phone to tuck into. One of the zippered pockets is just the right size for tucking your laptop into and it will carry quite safely when you use the bag as a backpack or duffle.

What we were really impressed with was how the bag goes from a duffle to a backpack by simply unzipping on section exposing the padded adjustable shoulder straps, and rolling up the flap out of the way. Super easy and you don't have to remove the shoulder straps and forget where you put them or be concerned with they taking up space inside the bag with all you other things. it also has a great shoulder strap to use when you carry it as a duffle bag that is adjustable and can betaken off and folded to fit in the small pocket on the bag. The main handle is really sturdy and easy to carry the bag with. My son has been using it almost every day and loves it.


The fifth bag we tried out is the OXA Men's Vintage Backpack Student Bag. This bag is made of 100% cotton canvas and has really nice leather straps and decorations on it. The outside of the bag has 4 zippered pockets, one being slightly hidden from view under on of the adjustable padded shoulder straps. I like that little pocket a lot. it doesn't hold a lot, but comes in handy.


The flap of the bag is held in place by magnets attached to leather straps that are adjustable. When it opens up it reveals a large main compartment that can be gathered together a little or a lot and kept in place with a slide closure. Inside the main compartment are two Velcro pockets that can hold quite a bit and can be used to keep things separated from other things so they don't get banged around. One of those pockets is padded and would work to hold and protect a laptop or tablet. There are also 2 small pockets near the top that can hold a cell phone or iPod easily. The last pocket is a small flap zippered pouch. It flips up out of the way so you can get to the pocket for the computer and it will hold you wallet or other similar items.


This is a really, really nice backpack and I have been using it on several trips I have had to make in the past few weeks. It carried a lot for me with ease and comfort. I really like this bad a lot and plan on using it for a long time!

In all, OXA has some amazing bags and I have been impressed. My son and husband have been too, The quality is really there and the function of each bag is obvious. Each one is versatile and can be used by men or women. My son and I both love the two messenger bags the most, but all 5 bags are things we will be using a lot as we go back and forth to work, meetings, travel and just run around town.

If you would like to purchase any one of the bags mentioned here, click on the names below.
OXA Men's Canvas Shoulder Messenger Bag
OXA Men's Vintage Chest Pack Crossbody Bag
OXA Men's Vintage Classic Messenger Bag
OXA Men's Canvas Backpack Travel Bag
OXA Men's Vintage Backpack Student Bag

This reviewer has been compensated with receiving the product free in order to bring you an honest review. All opinions are those of the reviewer.