Travel Archives - Page 2 of 39 - Frugal Coupon Living

Road Trip Hacks and Tips

This post may contain affiliate links or ads. Read my privacy policy and disclosure policy here.

June 4, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Summer, Travel

Road Trip Hacks and Tips

Pin to Pinterest

Traveling on the road for more than an hour can be exhausting. Especially when going anywhere with the kids! We put together some of the most cleaver mom hacks to help you on your next road trip with the kids. From notebooks and games that distract, to an accountability system on the sun visor, to ways to store snacks and miscellaneous items, we are by your side on your next road trip adventure! Happy travels!

Distract the kids with our free printable Road Trip Bingo (or Tic-Tac-Toe) | Frugal Coupon Living

Altoid Tin Craft Tic Tac Toe Travel Game | Frugal Coupon Living

DIY LEGO Travel Case | Frugal Coupon Living

Use a shower cady as a Fast Food container! | Lookie What I Did (buy shower caddy here)

Take a picture of where you parked your car so you can easily find it when you return.

Always reaching for the kids’ drinks when they drop them? Put those sippy cups on a leash! | Make It, Love It

Traveling with kids, this road trip idea is genius! Pull off each hour along the way. | Neat Nest Organizing

Turn a magnetic baking sheet into a travel tray for eating, playing, and more! | A Spotted Pony

You can also purchase this Snack & Play Travel Tray.

Use a flort remote control holder to store accessories/toys for kids and keep the seats protected. | Ikea Hackers (buy a Flort remote control holder here)

Don’t be stuck without first aid! Make this Car First Aid Kit to always have emergency needs when you’re on the go. | My Frugal Adventures

Play the Alphabet Race with this printable travel game | Handmade Charlotte

Keep car cup holders clean with silicon cupcake holders. | Kids Activity Blog (buy cupcake liners here)

Make Road Trip Clips. If everyone’s clip is up at the next stop (no poor behavior) they get a treat! | Random Thoughts of a Supermom

Turn a DVD case into a coloring case. | Stacy Vaughn

Get creative. Make a Kid’s Travel Binder – they won’t even know they are learning! | Living Well Mom (but we also like this one and this one)

Don’t forget the older kids with these Road Trip Games for Teens and Tweens | Landeelu

How about a shower basket to store your kid’s “essentials?” | Grey House Harbor (buy a shower basket here)

My child is constantly unbuckling the baby car seat. This has been a must for us both for road trips and every day travel – Seat Belt Buckle Guard.

A cereal container can easily transform into a car trash can. | BHG (buy cereal container here)

Maybe everyone will stop asking “Are we there yet” with these 20 Car Games for Kids | Stuck On You

Take a look at our Car winning Road Trip Hacks on Good Morning Washington.

On a road trip, you have to follow these Winning Car Hacks for Mom. Pin to Pinterest.

Also take a look at all these Airplane Activities for Kids. Pin to Pinterest.

WHAT’S TRENDING: Check out our Pinterest Content including Summer Ideas – Hacks, Recipes, Crafts and More on Frugal Coupon Living.

Also try Amazon Prime which includes FREE 2-Day Shipping, FREE Kindle Books, and FREE Video Streaming!

Find this and updated daily deals, recipes, crafts, and seasonal content on Frugal Coupon Living. Receive this and other in your inbox.

Airplane Activities for Kids

This post may contain affiliate links or ads. Read my privacy policy and disclosure policy here.

April 30, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Travel

Airplane Activities for Kids

Pin to Pinterest

Traveling with kids can be tough! Does anyone get more scared of the plane ride over the actual trip? When I fly with my three, I always plan weeks in advance what I will carry on the plane (the suitcase contents tend to be thought of more last minute!) That being said, I did my research and came up with some Airplane Activities for Kids. These are idea for kids ages 2 and up (though many of them can be modified to fit your younger child!)

When traveling, don’t forget as well, a thin blanket, socks, a cardigan/sweat shirt, and snacks! A happy child is usually a full child and one can never predict what (and even if it comes) will be on the snack cart on the airline! Happy travels!

Altoid Tin Craft Tic Tac Toe Travel Game | Frugal Coupon Living

DIY LEGO Travel Case | Frugal Coupon Living

World Building Travel Kit | I Heart Crafty Things

Printable Travel Games – Battleship, Tic Tac Toe, Bingo, Crazy 8s ,Dot Game and more | Moms Mini Van

DIY Portable LEGO Kit with Printable Activity Cards | Fun at Home with Kids

Free Busy Bag Ideas and Printables | Mother’s Niche

We also think you will love our Airplane Bingo (or tic-tac-toe) | Frugal Coupon Living

Roadtrip Pictionary Book (also great for airplanes!) | Lalymom

Travel Coloring Cases (out of mini first aid kits) | Family Fresh Meals

Create an Eye Spy Bag | Six Sisters Stuff

Travel with Wikki Stix and Create Shapes and Characters | Purchase HERE and HERE

Create a Printable game Binder | Creative Mama on a Dime

Make a Travel Snack Container (with free printable label) | Happiness is Homemade

Travel with Window Clings | How to Be Awesome at Everything

If you create the time or talent to create some of the ideas above, take a look at these other Airplane Activities for Kids you can buy for kids on Amazon. Many of them have 2 day shipping with Amazon Prime if you are a last minute shopper! Don’t forget you can get a FREE Month Trial of Prime if you don’t want a full years service.

Pin to Pinterest

Crayola Twistables
Wikki Stix
Headphones
Ipad or Kindle
Mini Play-Doh
UNO and other Kids Card Games
Travel Spirograph Playset and other Travel Games
Water Wow Books
Wet Ones Travel Wipes
Rolling Backpack (Bonus with stuffed animal strap!)

Other items to consider packing for your kids flight: window clings, socks, sweatshirt, light blanket, snacks for baby, snacks for toddlers, snacks for kids, an empty water bottle (fill after security), and a headphone splitter (if using one electronic device for multiple kids!)

Enjoy the flight!

Over twenty ways to enjoy a Spring Break Staycation. Pin to Pinterest.

Planes, trains and automobiles – if you are in the car too, look at these Winning Car Hacks for Mom. Pin to Pinterest.

Enjoy this Summer Bucket List for Kids. Pin to Pinterest.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents Circus Out of this World

This post may contain affiliate links or ads. Read my privacy policy and disclosure policy here.

April 8, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Online Shopping, Review, Travel

Alright friends…. no not miss this opportunity – Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents Circus Out of this World.

Last night the family and I made it to one of the last circus events by Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®. I was truly grateful for the opportunity to experience this event with my kids. It is something I remember growing up and knowing that they are on their farewell tour, I wanted to get one last look. The kids were mesmerized with all the acts and animals. Honestly, I was too – how do they do all these tricks and acts? It is mind blowing!

https://www.instagram.com/p/BSm23_qFBcY/?taken-by=frugalcouponliving

To me the most amazing act was the motorcycles in the circular cage. I think my husband was most terrified of seeing the lions and tigers in the cage. Also incredible were the trapeze artists and it was really cool to watch the basket “ballers” on their unicycles.

I enjoyed that the kids talked about it the next day. My daughter, while reminiscing, wrote down all the animals she saw – so here is her list! A kangaroo, lions, tigers, a leopard, horses, pigs, goats, donkeys, and more. As an adult, I really loved watching the relationships the performers had. The animal trainer was a 3rd generation lion tamer. You could see how much he loved his animals. You could see as well the years of discipline the trapeze family had as well as the motorcycle drivers. You wouldn’t believe the tricks some of the acrobats could do on these horses! I was talking to my husband on the way home, I have no idea what can compare to this show. I am truly sad to see it go as there isn’t anything out there that is the same!

In Out Of This World, audiences will be riveted by an interactive, action-packed storyline filled with space-age family fun and technology, which deepens their connection to the performers. Through the lens of a magic telescope capable of discovering the most spectacular circus stars in the galaxy, they will join the Circus Space Fleet on a heroic mission of good versus evil to bring performers back to Earth, traveling to interstellar worlds of sand, water, fire and ice.

For the first time, the show features thrill skaters in addition to unbelievable performances by gravity-defying acrobats, majestic animals and hilarious clowns. Imaginations will run wild throughout the nonstop display of artistic athleticism, with acts seamlessly transitioning from floor to air to ice, a feat never before done in Ringling Bros.

Tickets can be purchased at all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 800-745-3000, via www.ticketmaster.com, and at the Verizon Center and EagleBank Arena box offices.

FAIRFAX, VA SHOW

The Patriot Center | April 7 – April 16, 2017

Follow on Social Media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RinglingBros
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RinglingBros
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringlingbros/
You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ringlingbros

Disclosure: I was provided tickets for this event. All opinions are mine and should not be used as your own.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Farewell Circus in DC

This post may contain affiliate links or ads. Read my privacy policy and disclosure policy here.

March 9, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Online Shopping, Review, Travel

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents Circus Out of this World

The other day my husband I were walking down the street when we spotted an elephant that looked much like the ones you saw in the circle growing up. This lead to our conversations about our own experiences of the circus growing up. We then talked about the end of an era for Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®. It was sad. We didn’t give it much though until I saw it was coming to our area!

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® is Bringing the Out Of This WorldTM Circus Experience to Washington, D.C. Area. Families in Washington and Fairfax can see Ringling Bros. one last time before the circus closes permanently in May 2017. Prepare to see the most extraordinary performers and exotic animals one last time when the ultimate circus spectacle Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Out Of This World comes to the Washington, D.C. area. You and your loved ones and friends can witness incredible acrobatic performances on different planets.

Tickets can be purchased at all Ticketmaster outlets, by phone at 800-745-3000, via www.ticketmaster.com, and at the Verizon Center and EagleBank Arena box offices.

WASHINGTON, D.C. SHOW

The Verizon Center | March 31 – April 2, 2017

Performance Schedule:
• Friday, March 31 | 10:30 AM, 7:30 PM
• Saturday, April 1 | 11:30 AM, 3:30 PM, 7:30 PM
• Sunday, April 2 | 11:30 AM, 3:30 PM, 7:30 PM

FAIRFAX, VA SHOW

The Patriot Center | April 7 – April 16, 2017

Follow on Social Media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RinglingBros
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RinglingBros
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringlingbros/
You Tube: https://www.youtube.com/user/ringlingbros

Disclosure: I was provided tickets for this event. All opinions are mine and should not be used as your own.

Top 10 Reasons to Love LEGOLAND Hotel

This post may contain affiliate links or ads. Read my privacy policy and disclosure policy here.

January 28, 2017 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Travel

Top 10 Reasons to Love LEGOLAND Hotel

Pin ot Pinterset

LEGOLAND theme park is quite the place to visit & is nestled in a beautiful location in Winter Haven, Florida, about a thirty minute drive from Disney and an hour from downtown Orlando. It was once called Cypress Gardens, on this property and was a very popular attraction for many years. They still have some of the gardens and features there now.

Right next door to LEGOLAND itself is the hotel, which is literally a short little walk between both entrances. This makes it so easy to do the park and the hotel and you will not be sorry at all when you decide to make it a little vacation for your family.

Here are the top 10 reasons you are going to love the hotel:

1. The LEGO Bricks

If you visited the theme park and booked this place, you already have some form of fondness for LEGO bricks. I can assure you, your family will thoroughly enjoy the displays and hand on play in the hotel. When you walk in, there are incredible displays built in the lobby. Be ready to be mesmerized. The coolest part is that right in the lobby’s center, there is a huge “pond” of bricks inviting you to play. They have large columns in them where you can build right on the pole, or just create whatever you like with the rest of the folks staying there.

You too can get in the action and feel like a LEGO creator too. There are shelves close by where the hotel will display some of the things created that day, and at night they do a building contest for the kids to take part in, where people cheer and vote for the winners. Sometimes it has a specific theme, like a pirate build and other times, it is just whatever they want.

2. The Elevator

This may seem like the strangest thing to be on this list, especially if you’re not fond of elevators, as I am, but, this one is the best one ever. It has wallpaper all over it of LEGO minifigures in disco outfits and lights, and then on the ceiling are literal spinning disco lights – when the doors close and it starts to move, music plays and the lights go and it becomes a dance party on the way to your destination. It is never a long enough ride and that says something! The kids (and likely yourself, too) will be dancing every time. If you don’t tell your kids ahead of time, have your phone ready and video them on the ride. It makes for great fun later. It also is a chance for them to see mom and dad let loose and be silly.

3. The Staff

My family has stayed in this hotel more than once and I can honestly say that we have felt more welcomed there than any hotel anyplace else, hands down. You feel like they want you there. Do not plan to quietly check in and stay hidden. Plan to be engaged in lobby and at the play area. The interaction is warm, friendly and nice. The staff takes the time to ask you questions and get to know you, and nine times out of ten, they genuinely are funny and enjoying the conversation – it’s not fake.

Periodically throughout the day and night, there will be people in costume. Some costumes are from the nightly show, some in minifigure costumes, LEGO friends costumes, etc. The characters will walk around and hang out with the guests, taking photos and chatting. These connections make it a disappointment when it is time to check out, you might even find yourself waving at the staff and telling them good-bye by first name!

4. The Bricks Family Restaurant

There are two places to eat in the hotel – The Skyline Lounge and The Bricks Family Restaurant. Both are great, but our family really loved Bricks. They have buffet and they truly know how to do it. The breakfast comes with the hotel stay and it has anything and everything you could ask for, including a custom omelet station. Choose your own ingredients and find yourself full and prepared for the day!

All the meals are incredible. In fact, we have not eaten anything there that wasn’t very good in flavor and quality. It is not your run-of-the-mill buffet. These area meals you would find a top star restaurant. Additionally, if you have food allergies, Celiac disease, etc, let them know and they will have a chef walk you around the entire buffet to tell you what is safe for you to eat. It is really a wonderful treat if you are a family that always feels like you are making special dietary requests.

5. The Castle

In the back area of the lobby, across from the brick pond, is a large castle that looks like a LEGO set. This area is a huge play place for the kids. It is the cutest thing, complete with a pirate ship and brick pond. The kids can go inside the castle and around the back. On the side is the stage area where the night time show occurs.

A nice perk to this for the adults is that the Skyline Lounge is right beside the castle. There are little table and chair sets so you can order a drink or food and relax comfortably while your kids run and have a ball. This goes on all day and late at night, so let them play and have fun – and you will appreciate the drink! Two birds, one stone!

6. The Rooms

The rooms are the coolest. You have a choice of a few different themes that you can choose when you book. We have stayed in both the kingdom and the pirate themed ones. Others include friends and adventure. They are equally as fun, each with special touches. The creators do not miss a detail. You will find LEGO builds that are everywhere… a hat hanging in the bathroom to a lady bug on the wall. There are fun bunk beds for the kids and a large, nice one for the adults. If you are worried about the luxury, the beds are comfy and the pillows are awesome. No trouble falling quickly asleep after a fun day. Once you enter the room, the real struggle will be whether to stay in the adorable room and relax or to go down to the lobby and party!

7. Master Builder Classes

Several times a day they hold builder classes that you can sign up for. They are held in another room, out of the noise and lobby area and they are so much fun. The teacher guides you through the build process brick by brick and the room is set up just for this reason. Complete with a camera above the educators head, you will have no troubling following the steps. The camera is displayed to a screen so you can see exactly what they are doing. Also, they don’t overbook the class, so any seat is really a good seat. We love that you can keep the build and take it home afterwards! They do not charge extra for this, so be sure to take advantage of it. It’s a souvenir to keep forever.

8. Night Time Show

The show they do each night is a lot of fun for the kids, but for the parents too. The actors stay in character and are hilarious. They play games with the kids like limbo, there is a build contest and they recognize any birthdays that are being celebrated. It is very interactive. I am full of dry humor and creativity and some of the show is improv and truly funny to watch. My suggestion is to be sure to get a spot at one of the tables early so you can have prime watching space!

9. The Pool

The LEGO-themed pool is so much fun. Filled with plenty of cool floating bricks that are stackable. Build, float, toss, enjoy. There is plenty of wide open space so you do not feel as though you are on top of your neighbor. Orlando can be hot. Swim at the end of a day at the park or enjoy an entire day laying in the sun and getting cooled off by the water. Plan to have your swimsuits ready! The pool is located very close to the lobby, making it convenient and not secluded from the fun.

10. All the Little Bonuses

As I mentioned before, the LEGO creators don’t miss a detail in this hotel and they truly make everything fun. There are lots of neat little bonuses you will enjoy. The rooms have a treasure box with free goodies for the kids, including build sets. That is a huge bonus when mom and dad just need a few more minutes of sleeping in her perhaps an afternoon cat nap. In the morning, you will find a LEGOLAND newspaper at your door, and it is adorable and funny to read – so don’t toss it aside. From the free bricks to the little touches, take your time to take it all in!

Want something fun, take a look at our LEGO Hacks, Ideas, and Activities. Pin to Pinterest.

Also check out these 10 Things Not to Miss at LEGOLAND. Pin to Pinterest.

Gaylord National Christmas at the Potomac 2016

This post may contain affiliate links or ads. Read my privacy policy and disclosure policy here.

November 29, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Christmas, Travel Leave a Comment

Gaylord National Christmas at the Potomac 2016

“It’s the most wonderful time of the year….” After last weeks visit to the Gaylord National, I really can’t get the song out of my head… I am ready for Christmas!

Visiting the Gaylord National was an amazing way to get into the holiday spirit. The resort and convention center were beautifully decorated. It’s hard not to feel festive when you marvel at more than 2 million twinkling lights around a 55-foot tree. When visiting the nightly light show at Gaylord National’s Christmas on the Potomac, it snows inside and fountains dance beautifully in time to the music. It’s great for a stroll inside their gardens and perhaps a stop for a warm cup of coffee.

Hohoho…we had a visit with Santa this morning @gaylordnational. It turns out these three are on the nice list!! #christmasonthepotomac #blueparka #gaylordnational #ICE #babysfirstchristmas

A photo posted by Ashley Recio Langston (@frugalcouponliving) on Nov 19, 2016 at 8:11am PST

There is much more to the Gaylord at Christmastime than just a magical tree show. This year we had a lovely brunch with Snoopy, Charlie Brown and Lucy. Afterwards, my family and I took advantage of the Play All Day + ICE! This is the all encompassing package. It’s purchase saves you an immediate $35 dollars (over buying individually) and bundles their five popular holiday events including admission of ICE!, Gingerbread Decorating Corner, three amusement park rides, The Elf on the Shelf® Scavenger Hunt and a cup of Hot Cocoa! My girls loved finding The Elf on the Shelf around the hotel (after all, we are an Elf on the Shelf Family). We also had a great time visiting Santa – it was our little guys first visit. The event and fun was topped off with ICE! and four magical slides of fun – even I took a few spins down!

Brrr, it's cold @GaylordNational. Another fun year of ICE! Even mom took a spin on the slides and tea cups! #gaylordnational #ICE #christmasonthepotomac #Nationalharbor #BlueParka #hosted

A photo posted by Ashley Recio Langston (@frugalcouponliving) on Nov 19, 2016 at 11:17am PST

Experience the magic of more than TWO MILLION pounds of hand-carved ice sculptures and slide down two-story ice slides. All kept at a chilly 9 degrees! Delight in the celebration of cultures through holiday scenes and travel to the North Pole to see Santa and his elves.

Truly it’s a family event to remember, my children could not stop saying “thank you” and “mom is the best!”

Christmas on the Potomac comes to Gaylord National Resort featuring ICE!
November 19, 2016 – January 1, 2017

Visit Gaylord National also on Twitter and Instagram. This season be sure to use hashtag #BlueParka.

Disclosure: I was provided tickets for this event. All opinions are mine and should not be used as your own.

FREE Disney Cruise Door Printables

This post may contain affiliate links or ads. Read my privacy policy and disclosure policy here.

March 5, 2016 by Ashley at Frugal Coupon Living Filed Under: Crafts, DIY, Facebook, Free, Instagram, Pinterest, Social Media, Travel

FREE Disney Cruise Door Printables

Pin to Pinterest

Have you traveled on a Disney Cruise before? If not, you might not realize that decorating your door is actually a “Disney thing!” Many people decorate recognizing special holidays/events (birthdays, weddings, first time cruise), there are themed doors (Star Wars, Frozen) or there are family doors (put up a mickey for each member of the cabin.) We love Disney and loved themed celebrations and wanted to bring you these special freebies – FREE DISNEY CRUISE DOOR PRINTABLES!

Are you surprising your family with a Disney Cruise? Why not make this part of the ‘reveal’! Have them each decorate a set of Disney ears with simple craft supplies and then tell them that you’ll be decorating your door with them on the cruise! If you’re celebrating a birthday on the trip, cut a few triangles out of patterned paper to look like party hats and personalize your ears! There are so many fun ways you can decorate these ears and make them special to your family and the occasion. Don’t forget to make a space for them in your scrapbook. What a lovely keepsake!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Disney Cruise Line does not like tape on their stateroom doors, please print on cardstock and add peel and stick magnets to the back. Laminating is not a bad idea, as well. Disney cabin doors are magnetic unless you are in a concierge room, which typically has a wooden door.