Having a Fun Vacation does not mean you break the bank ~ Here are some ways to save money and still have a great family vacation

Disclosure:  This post is brought to you by Julie Brooks



How to Save Money in Your Family Holiday Break



If you are worried about how you can possibly afford to get away
on a family holiday this year don’t despair, there are plenty of
things you can do to reduce the costs of this break. Spending less
money doesn’t have to mean sacrificing fun and comfort, it often
just requires making better informed choices. So let’s look at
some of the cost-saving tips that is going to allow your family to
have a much deserved holiday break this year.



How to choose the right tour operator



A package holiday is usually the best way to go if you are trying
to save money. Low-cost family holidays can be achieved if you’ll
compare major tour
operators to find the best packages that perfectly
complement your budget. There are some amazing deals to be found –
especially if you are willing to be flexible about

destination and
travel dates. If you haven’t taken the time to compare what the
major tour operators are offering, you are probably not getting
the lowest-cost option.



Research your destination for special deals on tourist
attractions, entertainment, and travel.



A common reason for why holidaymakers end up missing out on
possible savings is they are just not aware of them. Most people
only come across discounts by accident by picking up a tourist
magazine or because of they have been handed a flyer.



If you actively seek out special deals before you arrive, you are
going to be in a much better position to make significant savings.
You can do most of your research online – don’t forget to check
out any websites associated with tourist attractions as these will
often contain information about promotions.



Cook your own meals



Eating out on holiday is fun, but you don’t have to do this all
the time. You can save money by buying some groceries and
occasionally cooking your own meals. It can also be a good idea to
prepare snacks for when you are going to the beach or on a tour.
Sometimes paying a little extra for accommodation
with cooking facilities can end up cutting your food
expenditure significantly. You could even attend a cooking class,
and then surprise your family with a local dish that you prepared.



The key to a cheaper holiday is to do your homework and take
advantage of any special deals. Don’t forget there are also likely
to be plenty of free stuff to do at your destination. One of the
other nice things about doing a bit of research beforehand, is you
can find exciting opportunities that you might otherwise have
missed.

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Wellness Natural Food for Pets ~ What's in Your Bag? #checkyourbag

 Disclaimer: This is a paid advertorial.

How much do you know about the ingredients in your dog food bag?  Are you feeding your pet the healthiest food you can?  Did you know that a diet formulated with wholesome, natural
ingredients could help your dog live a longer, healthier life, but that most
dog foods aren’t made up of natural ingredients?

Wellness recipes do not include added artificial colors,
flavors or ingredients, and they’ve even created a helpful  “Check Your Bag” website
that you can use to compare their natural dog food to those from some

competitors
who claim to be natural.  I for one, did not know that my dog food does not have the same quality, natural ingredients that Wellness Pet Food does - I checked the comparison list and our dog food, although Vet Recommended, does not measure up to Wellness.  

Why not check yours too and let me know how it compares?

Wellness Pet Food uses natural,
high-quality proteins and fats in their dog food recipes. They also include

fruits
and vegetables for natural vitamins, minerals and other benefits, especially
antioxidants that occur in blueberries, cranberries and some vegetables, which help
make their dog food products some of the healthiest options in the marketplace.

Sounds good to me.  I love knowing that my dog is getting the best nutrition she can to keep her healthy and strong for as long as possible.  She is a very important part of our family and I cannot imagine feeding her anything but natural, nutritious, Vet-recommended food.

Some of the biggest benefits to Wellness® Complete Health®
Recipes include:

·        *
Live Active Probiotics – Added after the cooking
process to promote a healthy intestinal tract and overall digestive health at
guaranteed levels

·        *
Omega 3 & 6 Mix – Offering guaranteed levels
of essential fatty acids for cellular function and healthy skin

·        * 
Essential Vitamins & Minerals – Designed for
cellular health, immunity and disease resistance

·        *
Fruit & Veggie Antioxidants – A proactive
step in improving your pet’s nutrition

·        * 
Rigorous Safety Testing – A Quality Assurance program
that maintains strict standards for food safety

·        *
Excellent Nutritional Standards – Every batch of
dry food is tested throughout the entire manufacturing process, from its basic
ingredients to the finished products

 

Disclosure:  Although I did receive compensation for this post, the opinions are 100% my own.  I do not accept compensated posts about any website or product that I do no think my readers will like. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”.

Show your Holiday Spirit With the Gift of E - Send ebooks this Christmas! #openroadmedia

During this Busy Holiday Season, many are searching for just the perfect gift, but we all want to find them at the perfect price too.  So, while you are online searching for holiday gifts for family and friends, why not give ebooks a try this year?  Ebooks are personal, immediate, and easy.  With ebooks you can find something for everyone at any age.  Ebooks come in all genres, age ranges and personal styles.  From newborn picture ebooks, children's interactive, middle grade adventures, young adult, mystery, romance, science fiction and everything else.  There are even holiday specials in ebooks!

Avoid the headache of crowded malls,
long lines at the post office, and the crushing feeling that time is running
out with e-gifting instead! Giving an ebook is personal,
immediate and easy. It will save you precious time worrying about packaging,
delivery, and will help with your tech street-cred.

This year the folks at Open Road Media, a digital publisher, featuring over 4,000 ebooks, have put together a gift guide to help you shop for
every person on your list!  There are different categories to choose from,
different price ranges and you can even see all the covers and click to
read the blurb to find out what the book is all about before
purchasing.



Don’t
know how to give an ebook? Watch how-to videos to quickly learn how
to give an ebook for each reading device. And if you’d prefer written instructions, they have those too!

And
don’t forget to treat yourself this holiday season!
You deserve it after all your hard work!

Those of you who regularly visit Mom Loves 2 Read know that books and
ebooks would be the Perfect Gift for any member of My family.  So, if
you have readers, reluctant readers or avid book Devourers in your list
of family and friends to buy for this season - check out this great
place to grab some amazing ebooks at great values!  Something for
everyone in the family! And of course you are always welcome to send ME ebooks - lol  I can't get enough of reading!

Disclosure: This is a paid sponsored post.  I did receive compensation for posting about Gift of E.  Regardless ~ I only post about sponsors who I personally believe my readers will like or want to engage with. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”.

Spirituality for Kids ~ a free online program that encourages children to make a difference in the world around them! Review on Mom Loves 2 Read

Spirituality For Kids is a free online program that you and your child can do together. Don’t wait another minute!

Spirituality for Kids is back with an entertaining, self-guided
program that encourages children to reflect on their actions, to see
challenges as opportunities, to develop self-worth, and to activate the
desire to make a difference in the world around them. 



To make sure the child is grasping the concepts, there are five
“checkpoints” throughout the lessons. Each “checkpoint” is an activity
that will help the parent measure their child’s understanding of the spiritual
concepts covered along the way. If you notice your child is having a
challenging time understanding a concept, revisit a video lesson more
than once and discuss a concept together several times.



Spirituality
for Kids is a completely self-paced and flexible program based upon
your child’s needs. You can determine the amount of time needed for each
lesson, be that a single day or stretched out over a longer period of
time.

My Review:

Spirituality for Kids is a great free online program that has an abundance of lessons that are fun for the whole family.  Each lesson has step by step building blocks that teach children important spiritual lessons using games, videos, activities and fun to help them learn key morals and values.  Using the theme that "life is like a game" each story and lesson helps children learn at their own pace, while grasping key concepts like the importance of rules, being positive, inner strength, self-worth and their own unique abilities.



I started this lesson set with my youngest child - my 5 year old daughter.  We have only been working on it for a few days and already she is able to understand the value of rules.  She loves watching the video over and over and we stop from time to time to discuss what we just learned together.



I plan to continue this with her as well as add in my two older children over Christmas Break so they can also benefit from some of these wonderful lessons!

I definitely recommend that parents check out Spirituality for Kids online and see what you think!  I love that it makes discussing difficult issues easier for me as a parent and more fun for my kids.

Disclosure: I received free the item(s) mentioned in this post in exchange for my honest review.  Sponsored post: I will be compensated for posting.  Regardless ~ All my reviews are my honest and personal opinion. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”.