From the monthly archives:

January 2009

Top Tips for Winter Car Safety

by CajunMama

Winter is in full swing, and some of us aren’t used to icy driving conditions. It recently snowed in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, for the first time in many, many years. When this happened, I had a few questions about car care, and about safety while driving my vehicle in the snow.
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Solymar Resort in Cancun, Mexico: Love It or Hate It

by CajunMama

A few years ago my husband and I took one of those “last minute” specials a travel agent put together for us. We didn’t have a lot of money, but we were due for a romantic escape away from our then two and four year old children. We took a direct charter flight from New [...]

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How to Choose a Romantic Getaway

by CajunMama

What is a romantic getaway and how can I surprise my partner with a trip for Valentine’s Day, our anniversary, a second honeymoon, or just because?

Romantic spot on Little Palm Island

A romantic getaway is different for each person and each couple. Some couples prefer outdoor adventures, while others enjoy a luxurious retreat. Choosing where to go [...]

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Luxury Hotel in New Orleans

by CajunMama

New Orleans is always a hotspot for entertainment and fun. Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, Tales of the Cocktail, and many other events are always on the schedule, providing plenty to see and do during a visit to the Crescent City. There are so many hotels that it is hard for visitors to choose which one [...]

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Top 5 Planning Resources for a Washington, DC Trip

by CajunMama

Update: 01/20/2009 – Be sure to check out the new White House Blog before your visit.
Tuesday’s Presidential inauguration of Barack Obama in Washington, DC, has filled up every hotel room in DC and the surrounding area, including dorm rooms and private homes. Visitors from all over are gathering to witness this event at the US [...]

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Top Things to Do in Park City

by CajunMama

Park City, Utah, is a year round destination that is home to the ever popular Sundance Film Festival. This is an upscale community with a rustic feel. It is popular with celebrities, especially during ski season. Here are some top things to do while you’re in Park City.
1. The Sundance Film Festival – Everyone has [...]

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Top Family Resorts in the Florida Keys

by CajunMama

At TravelingMamas.com we love to travel the globe searching for the best family friendly destinations, romantic escapes, and places for those girlfriend getaways. One destination that offers all three is The Florida Keys. Here are a few of the family friendly lodging choices we found for our readers.
Cheeca Lodge, Islamorada – Little CajunMama and I [...]

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TravelingMamas.com Milestone: First Year

by CajunMama

January is the time when people look back at the past year and make resolutions for the year ahead. This day last year, we loaded our first post on a WordPress.com travel blog. We started TravelingMamas.com with a few dollars and a little bit of common sense (we trademarked the name). Along the way – [...]

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Top 6 Tips for Attending a Mardi Gras Parade

by CajunMama

Mardi Gras season is the time leading up to the day of Mardi Gras. Various cities and towns (New Orleans, Mobile, Key West) hold Mardi Gras parades, most of which are (honestly!) family friendly. Here are my Top 6 tips to help the entire family have a safe and enjoyable Mardi Gras parade experience.

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Interview with a Traveling Dad: Alan Rider

by CajunMama

Alan Rider, a traveling dad, shares with TravelingMamas.com an inside look at his inspiring site, XTRORD.com and how it came to fruition. He and his wife of 16 years are the parents of Sky, a 10-year-old adventure lover like his dad. They reside in a really small town in northern California.

Paragliding over the Pacific/La Jolla, [...]

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Romantic Resort in Taos, New Mexico

by CajunMama

El Monte Sagrado Living Resort and Spa, nestled at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in Taos, NM, is an environmentally friendly spiritual experience that nurtures the soul. The atmosphere of this resort provides the perfect setting for couples to renew their relationships and grow closer together. It is a place for a [...]

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