Voting has begun for the Dreamin’ Baby Photo Contest!
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The winning photo will be determined by YOUR vote. You can vote once a day until August August 15, 2010
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The winning baby will get to make dreams in his or her very own Baby Bjorn Travel Crib Light. This travel crib weighs just 1/3 of a regular travel crib and sets up in just a flip. Trekaroo’s Carrie Yu took it for a spin was very impressed with this new product from Baby Bjorn.
Get the inside scoop on the Baby Bjorn Travel Crib Light:
Full review of the Baby Bjorn Travel Crib
Comparison Review of Lightweight Travel Cribs
Did you miss the chance to enter to win one for yourself? Don’t fret, you can purchase one today on Amazon.
Did you know Trekaroo has a Travel Gear Store? Find all the travel gear we love for traveling with kids.
One of my favorite baby gear purchases of all time is our Kidco Peapod Tent. We have the first generation version, but used it regularly until my son turned 4. In fact, he slept better in his Peapod tent then in his crib in the first couple months of his life. The Peapod Tent has changed our family’s travel experience for the better because it is so portable. So, we’re very excited to be giving away a Kidco Peapod Tent P203 – the newest model complete with self inflating mattress. You’ll totally understand why we love it so much the next time you start packing for your trip.
Recently, Carrie Yu (aka AdorablyConfused) took it for a spin and here’s her report in a nutshell.
Pros:
- Good for use for birth through age 6
- Can be used outdoor (provides UV protection)
- Door can be closed with or without the screen or folded up for easy access
- Very lightweight
- Folds up to a very small size, so easy to store and travel with
- Easy to set up and take down
- Throw a dark sheet over and easily create a “dark room”
- Sells for ~$85-100, so is an affordable option
Cons:
- Can be knocked over from inside or outside
- Air mattress requires additional inflating on this model
Full review of the Kidco Peapod Tent P203
Comparison of the Best Lightweight Travel Cribs and Tents
The Deal: Win an Kidco Peapod Tent P203 (value: $95)
A lucky Trekaroo family will win a Kidco Peapod Tent P203 and be packing it light for their next trip.
Number of Winners: 1 winner
Prize: One (1) Kidco P203 Peapod Tent
How to enter:
Leave a comment telling us the strangest place that your kids have ever slept in.
For additional entries, feel free to do any or all of the following. Each one counts as an extra entry but be sure to leave a separate comment for each one.
- Write a review on Trekaroo and post a link to it in the comments (include your Trekaroo username) one entry per review
- Follow @kidco on Twitter.
- Tweet a link to this Monday Mad Steal via @Trekaroo
- Post this on your Facebook Wall using the Facebook Share link above
- Fan Trekaroo on Facebook
- Follow Trekaroo on Twitter
- Post this giveaway on your blog
- Subscribe to Trekaroo in your reader
Rules and guidelines:
- 18 years of age or older
- US Residents only
Deadline to enter: Sunday, July 4, 2010 at 11:59PM PST
Buy a Kidco Peapod Tent
What is Monday Madness?
Every Monday, Trekaroo announces on our blog, either a fantastic giveaway or an incredible deal. It could be a green water bottle, a hotel stay on Maui or theme park tickets. Return every Monday to the Talking Trekaroo Blog for the details. Want a reminder? Become a Trekaroo member or follow us on facebook or twitter.
Thanks to Contest for Moms, Online Sweepstakes, CashNet Sweepstakes, and Sweepstakes Advantage.
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LiLing Pang is a contributing author and co-founder of Trekaroo.
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Thanks to everyone who participated. The winners of the Travel Tray contest at entry #8 (Monique) and entry # 37 (Mariana)! Congratulations.
If you didn’t win, you can still buy your own Snack & Play Tray and receive 10% off at Family Travel Gear products by entering our exclusive coupon code: TrekNsav10. Just go to FamilyTravelGear.com.
When traveling with kids, there’s always a growing variety of travel gear that will simplify the stresses of being on the go with children. One travel gear company, FamilyTravelGear.com specializes in helping parents figure out what key pieces to bring for the kids. If you’re trying to get geared up for your next family trip to here or there, you might want to check out their 3 bestsellers:
- CARES aviation harness ($64)
- PlaneSheets – Washable airplane seat cover ($25)
- Snack and Play Travel Tray ($20)
The Snack and Play Travel Tray is a bestseller on FamilyTravelGear.com and Trekaroo families top pick for kid travel trays. Why?
Pros:
- Fits any carseat or stroller. Many of the other travel trays don’t fit my son’s Britax Roundabout
- Easy to use and collapsible – aka safe
- Raised tray edge keeps toys and snacks from falling on the floor
- Mesh bags on the side for drinks and books
- Easy to clean and wash nylon material
Cons:
- Tray is made of foam so the surface is not entirely flat. Some customers complain that it’s hard for a child to draw, but my son has no problems with it.
For Trekaroo’s Top Travel Trays for Kids.
The Steal – Win a StarKids Travel Tray
We’ll be giving away TWO Snack and Play Travel Trays from the Family Travel Gear.
Number of Winners: Two (2)
Prize: A Snack and Play Travel Tray (Value $20).
To enter:
Go to FamilyTravelGear.com and look over their products.
Come back here and leave a comment on this blog post about which travel products you’d consider purchasing for your kid’s next vacation.
For additional entries, feel free to do any or all of the following. Each one counts as an extra entry, but be sure to leave a separate comment for each one:
- Leave a comment about what other cool travel products Family Travel Gear is missing and why you like it so much.
- Tweet a link to this Monday Mad Steal via @Trekaroo
- Post this on your Facebook Wall using the Facebook Share link above
- Post this on your blog (leave another comment with the link)
Rules and guidelines:
- 18 years of age or older
- US Residents only
- One entry per person
Deadline to enter: Sunday, March 28, 2010 at 11:59PM PST (deadline extended)
The Deal: Exclusive Discount for Family Travel Gear products
All Trekaroo families can receive a 10% discount off Family Travel Gear products by entering our exclusive coupon code: TrekNsav10. Check out what they’ve got in store today. Just go to FamilyTravelGear.com. My personal favorites are the travel toys that they’ve got.
What is Monday Madness?
Every Monday, Trekaroo announces on our blog, either a fantastic giveaway or an incredible deal. It could be a green water bottle or Broadway tickets. Return every Monday to the Talking Trekaroo Blog for the details. Want a reminder? Become a Trekaroo member or follow us on facebook or twitter.
Related articles:
- Best Portable Travel HighChairs for Traveling
- 10 Fun Travel Activities for Kids
- Games on the Go
- Preparing Kids for Travel
Thanks to Contest for Moms, Online Sweepstakes, CashNet Sweepstakes, and Sweepstakes Advantage.
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Esther Lee is a contributing author on Trekaroo – a reviews site dedicated to exploring and traveling with kids. Trekaroo is an affiliate of FamilyTravelGear. We make a small commission on each sale.
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Boca Resort – Exclusive Trekaroo Best of Boca Package
- Guaranteed upgrade of deluxe accommodations
- 50% off all spa services, golf, tennis,
- 50% off Camp Boca (for kids 3-12)
- Complimentary breakfast and parking
- Late 4pm check out
That’s more than a 60% savings off all services if booked separately. Now that’s a great deal.
Book Now! Rates start at $299/night
*Book and stay by April 30, 2010
Joie de Vivre Hotels – 20% off for any room for Trekaroo Families
Get 20% off on any room at any of Joie de Vivre’s 35 boutique hotels in California. This offer is exclusive to Trekaroo families!
When TravelPangs visted the Joie de Vivre’s Dream Inn in Santa Cruz, CA, she said, “The Dream Inn has nothing short of a dream location…falling asleep to the surf was priceless!“
Reviews of Dream Inn | Reviews of Wild Palms | Reviews of Moorpark | Reviews of Domain Hotel | Reviews of Hotel Del Sol
Book Now! Promo Code: TREKAROO
* Valid any day in 2010 when booked on www.jdvhotels.com with the promo code above. Rates are based on availability and cannot be combined with other offers or packages. Not valid for previously booked reservations.
Windsor Suites – Exclusive Upgrade from Studio to 1 Bedroom
Philadelphia, PA
Reviews of Windsor Suites
$40 off a massage at the Four Seasons Philadelphia
Trekaroo users who book a full 50 or 80-minute spa treatment can receive $40 off if they mention “Trekaroo” when making their reservation. They must also bring a print out from the Trekaroo website.
*This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotions or discounts, and is valid through March 31, 2010.
40% Off My Busy Kits
Buy a My Busy Kit! Promo code: TREKAROO
* This offer excludes shipping and handling.
Download My Little Suitcase iphone App for Free
20% Off all of Agoo Active Wear For Kids and Leg Warmers
Agoo has a wonderful line of active wear clothing made of high tech materials like that fantastic moisture wick fabric. Their materials also offer UV protection and stain resistance. Their designs are so stylish, you’d be wishing you could buy some in mommy or daddy sizes.
Leg Warmers are pant legs without the pants. A stylish and eco-friendly way to keep those puggy legs warm in the winter. Leg Warmers are made of 100% sustainable bamboo fibers. They come in a wide variety of designer styles.
As a Trekaroo family, you get an exclusive 20% discount on Agoo’s entire line of active wear for kids. Valid till March 1, 2010.
Start Shopping at Agoo! Coupon Code: agoo20pfeb
Free Shipping on all Travel Accessories from TravelKiddy
TravelKiddy specializes in a line of kid-approved and road-tested travel kits for different ages. They also carry kid-tested travel accessories like book lights, travel blankies, and luggage tags as well as high quality but easy to pack games from Think Fun! and Melissa and Doug. Only Trekaroo families get free shipping for Travel Kiddy products. That’s a $7 savings on each order.
Start Shopping at TravelKiddy! Promo Code: TREK
15% Off all Orders from Jet Set Babies
Jet Set Babies delivers all the baby supplies you might need to your vacation destination. They even track and confirm it’s arrival for your peace of mind. Instead of stuffing your carry on with those extras for baby and paying to check more bags, you can experience hassle-free travel. Jet Set Babies carries a complete line of products for any type of family vacation. Trekaroo families get an exclusive 15% Off all orders.
Start Shopping at Jet Set Babies! Promo Code: TREKAROO
*The Trekaroo discount expires 2/28/2010.
20% Off all Baby Bloak Products
Baby Bloak is a novel combination of blanket and coat for babies and little kids. The Baby Bloak’s unique design allows you to place your child in a car seat without taking off their outerwear and still keep the safety restraints nice and snug. Best of all it comes in the comfiest designer fabrics. Trekaroo families get an exclusive 20% discount on Baby Bloaks until February 28, 2010. It’s the perfect baby shower gift.
Start Shopping at Baby Bloak! Promo Code:TREKAROO
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When we went on a retreat with our 1 and 4 year old a few years ago at one of those family retreat centers in the woods, I was a confounded by how to monitor our sleeping kids in the bedroom while we were meeting in a building just next door. We brought our baby monitor but it was just out of range. I swear, those things have the most pathetic range! It’s a pet peeve of mine because we live in a 1300 sq ft home and the blasted monitor beeps incessantly when I’m in the other end of the house. I digress…back to the woods. We tried our cellphones thinking we could put those unlimited minutes between family members to good use. Unfortunately, we didn’t have cellphone reception in the woods. After scratching our heads over the matter, we decided to go to Walmart and purchase some walkie talkies. We rigged them up so that the talk button was always on in the bedroom and it worked. What a massive effort just to allow us to hang out with our friends in the evening while our precious sleepy heads were getting some shut eye.
Today, I came across an ingeneous idea. A Baby Monitor iphone app by CodeGoo that converts your iPhone into a baby monitor.
The iPhone will call any other phone number the moment it detects noise. Have it call the land line or another cellphone. My mind is racing a mile a minute about all the implications. What do you think about this. Pros, cons, if’s and but’s are welcome. Reply to the talk conversation I started on Trekaroo. I’d love to hear your thoughts.
