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2015 Product of the Year …

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Today I’ve got a great giveaway filled with 30 items that were recently voted 2015 Product of the Year Winners! In case you’re not familiar with Product of the Year, it is the world’s largest consumer-voted award for product innovation.

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2015 Product of the Year Giveaway: Great Items for home and away

The 2015 Product of the Year award winners are backed by the votes of more than 40,000 consumers. Basically, these are tried and true products that real people love and actually use in their homes.  Winning products represent categories such as baby, kids, pet care, beauty/skincare, household/laundry, food and home décor.

My family and I got to review these items and here are some of our favorites that can be used before, during and after any vacation or staycation…

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2015 Product of the Year Giveaway: Great Items for home and away

My daughter claimed the Snackeez right away!  This great invention is part cup and part snack holder making it ideal for home and away. Now that her car seat features a cup holder, this will be a must-have for future road trips.

Need some snacks for your next trip, the Werther’s Original caramel popcorn and the new Butterfinger Peanut Butter Cups were delicious.  They pretty much disappeared in one day…

If you’re planning a pampering staycation, I highly recommend the Dial Greek Yogurt body wash and the Hada Labo Tokyo Ultimate Anti-Aging Mask, a 10-minute facial that left my skin feeling revitalized after a long, harsh winter. Guys can get in on the pampering too with Dial For Men Power Scrub, Gold Bond No Mess Powder Spray and Gold Bond Ultimate Rough & Bumpy Skin Daily Therapy Cream.

Parents who are planning a trip in the middle of potty training will have a stress-free trip putting their kids to bed wearing GoodNites Tru-Fit Underwear.

Ladies who want to get bikini ready will love the Yes! by Finishing Touch™ personal groomer.

The worst part about coming home from vacation is all the dirty laundry so I was super happy that Tide Ultra Stain Release laundry detergent was among the winning products.

Check out the complete list of the 2015 Product of the Year Winners here.

Ready to win?  Product of the Year Awards is partnering with Globetrotting Mommy and one lucky reader will win a gift bag full of this year’s award winning products!

To enter please leave a blog post comment below – Which award winning product is your favorite?

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This giveaway ends at midnight EST on Friday, March 6th. Check out Product of the Year’s Facebook page to find out more ways to win.

CONGRATULATIONS to Leah Meray!

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NYC Inspired Holiday Gift …

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Who wouldn’t love a little piece of the Big Apple under their Christmas tree or Chanukah bush this year? Here are my favorite NYC Inspired Holiday Gift Ideas…

This is New York by Miroslav Sasek.  I had this on my bookshelf when I was a kid and its still one of my favorites today.  This classic storybook shows many details of city life with cartoon characters and colorful illustrations.  It works in a children’s bedroom or on a coffee table.

I don’t know one single kid who isn’t obsessed with the NYC Subway system. My Subway Ride by Paul DuBois Jacobs is colorful portrayal of the sounds and sights of the NYC subways.  Girls and boys will be equally amused by this one.


Eloise is a classic NYC character. For girls who love, love, love Eloise, this Ultimate Edition treasury is sure to please. This is a great choice for young travelers since it features Eloise in Moscow and Eloise in Paris as well as Eloise at Christmastime and the original Eloise story and scrapbook.

Maya Brenner’s Big Apple Charm is a great pick for girls of all ages.

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New York City Inspired Gift Ideas

How fun is this New York State baking dish by Corbe?  I would definitely be serving an apple crisp in this one.

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New York City Inspired Holiday Gift Ideas

Umbrellas are a necessity at home and away. I’m just loving this Cityscape Clear Umbrella from Felix Rey to add a little sunshine to a rainy day.

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Globetrotting Mommy – Holiday gifts for women

For the guy who has everything, these vintage NYC subway token cufflinks are sure to please.

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New York City Inspired Holiday Gift Ideas

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The Cutest Bookends for Little …

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Story time is a favorite for kids of all ages. If you’re looking for a fun gift for literary loving jet setters, look no further than these airplane bookends from Maple Landmark.  They’re made from locally sourced Vermont maple and pine and painted with non-toxic finishes.  The wheels, propellers and figures are fixed so these are completely baby-proof.

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Globetrotting Mommy: The Cutest Bookends for Little Jet Setters

I think they’d be a nice addition to any baby nursery or playroom.  Pair it with some favorite books and I think this would be a great baby shower gift or birthday present for any globetrotting kid.

 

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Globetrotter Dining with …

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If you’ve got a globetrotting tot, check out these adorable Disney It’s a Small World meal sets.  Each three-part set includes a cup, bowl and plate that stack together to form a cute boy or girl from around the world. How cute would these be for your next play date?

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Globetrotter Dining with Disney’s It’s a Small Word

Disney’s It’s a Small World England Boy Meal Set:

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Globetrotter Dining with Disney’s It’s a Small Word

Disney’s It’s a Small World American Boy Meal Set:

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Globetrotter Dining with Disney’s It’s a Small Word

Disney’s It’s a Small World France Boy Meal Set:

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Globetrotter Dining with Disney’s It’s a Small Word

These would make a great birthday or baby shower gift.  They’re so cute I think they’d be fun to include as decoration in a baby nursery or playroom.

Bon appetit!

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Celebrating Cinco de Mayo with …

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Looking for some fun ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with kids?  Here are some fun ideas whether you’re planning a big fiesta or a little play date.

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Globetrotting Mommy: Celebrating Cinco de Mayo with Kids

Set the mood with some cute decorations like the rainbow donkey piñata, fun fake moustaches and the sombrero centerpiece pictured above from Birthday Express Fiesta Collection.

Serve kid friendly snacks like chips and salsa, quesadillas and mini tacos. Have some fun margaritas for grown-ups and fruit smoothies for the kiddies.  Last but not least, don’t forget about dessert.  These rainbow pinata cookies are so cute and not that impossible to make.

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Globetrotting Mommy: Celebrating Cinco de Mayo with Kids

Ole!

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide …

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Mother’s day is coming up (May 11 in the United States) so don’t wait till the last minute to get your mom (or wife) a great Mother’s Day present.  Of course the best gifts are handmade so have your kiddo make a card or necklace to go along with one of these picks from my Mother’s Day Gift Guide.

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Globetrotting Moms

For the spa loving mom:

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Globetrotting Moms

Teleflora and SpaFinder Wellness have teamed up to offer beautiful mother’s day floral gift combos that include a SpaFinder gift card ($25, $50 or $100) so mom can choose from an array of spa services, beauty treatments or other premier wellness offerings available at any SpaFinder partner location worldwide.  Such a perfect choice for the mom who loves flowers and pampering spa treatments.

For the mom who loves pictures:

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Globetrotting Moms

I know they’re time consuming to make but there are few gifts moms enjoy more than a custom-made photo book.  Grab your computer and design your own keepsake photo book of your last family vacation or photos of you and your mom. I guarantee she’ll love it.  Shutterfly has a great selection of travel themed styles including more than 30 designs.

For the mom who loves to travel with her daughter:

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Globetrotting Moms

I just finished reading We’ll Always Have Paris: A Mother/Daughter Memoir, a great memoir about a mom who travels around Europe each summer with her daughter.   If you’ve ever taken a getaway with your mom, you’ll both love reading this book. Read Jennifer Coburn’s guest post here.

For the jewelry loving mom:

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Globetrotting Moms

These little mother and daughter necklaces are so adorable.  There are also cute mother and son necklace and key chain combos because boys like presents too.

For the mom who loves to explore the world:

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Globetrotting Moms

These Cavallini Vintage Maps Postcards feature 18 assorted vintage map postcards packaged in a cute tin.

For the mom who loves her kitchen:

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Globetrotting Moms

This Bloom Flower Utensil Set is super cute and useful.

For the mom who adores bath time:
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Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Globetrotting Moms

From the majestic pine covered cliffs of the En-Vau Calanque to a swim in the azure sea below, few afternoons can rival a day spent in the Calanques. Hook mom up with this Calanques Marine Sur La Route Soap and a glass of perfectly chilled white from Chateau de Fontcreuse and she’ll be in heaven.  Just make sure to leave her alone for an hour or two.

 

For the mom who dreams of a Paris getaway:

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Globetrotting Moms

Why not surprise your mom with tickets for a Parisian spring getaway! Not in the cards this year, these adorable Paris themed cookies may be the next best thing to springtime in Paris.

For the Jet Setter mom:

Jonathan Adler and Tumi have teamed up to offer an array of fun and stylish luggage.  I think any jet setting mom would love this Super Leger International Wheeled Satchel.

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Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Globetrotting Moms

Bon voyage!

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Picture Perfect Personalized …

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Personalized baby quilts make awesome baby gifts and I’m loving these handmade map quilts by artist Emily Fischer.  They’re available in a choice of 11 US cities as well as Paris and you can have up to three locations (birth hospital, home, favorite park, landmarks, etc.) hand embroidered on the map as well as the baby’s name and birthday.

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Picture Perfect Personalized Baby Quilts for Globetrotting Babes

The hand-knotted quilts are made of natural cotton and 100%cotton batting.  Cotton loops are stitched to the binding so it can double as a wall hanging when the child is older.

I think these would be a very special keepsake for a baby’s nursery and an amazing baby shower gift (they can send a gift card and parents can have the personalization done once the child is born).

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International Decor: The must …

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Planning a safari themed nursery?  Looking to add a little Indian themed design into your foyer?  How cute is this Ellie Side Table from Serena & Lily.  This table is just the piece of furniture that can grow from baby to teenager.  I think it would look great in any globetrotting kid’s room or playroom or the den or the foyer or the bathroom…

Ellie Side Table from Serena & Lily

Ellie Side Table from Serena & Lily

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Chinese Astrology: The Year of …

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Hey baby, what’s your Chinese sign? If you’ve ever eaten in a Chinese restaurant, you know that the Chinese zodiac is based on your birth year with each year commemorating an animal and their attributes.  The Chinese New Year has arrived and this is the Year of the Horse. According to Chinese astrology, those born during this year are quick-witted, chatty and popular!

I think it would be fun to incorporate some cute horse themed accessories into your baby’s nursery design.  Here are my favorite picks:

A rocking horse is a nursery classic and this Playsam Rocking Horse in Red will add a nice dash of color.  I love the sleek modern design.

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Globetrotting Mommy – The Year of the Horse

I love Jonathan Adler’s whimsical styles and this horse table lamp would work great in a nursery or playroom.

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Globetrotting Mommy – The Year of the Horse

How sweet is this musical baby mobile featuring vintage horses?  So cute for a circus themed nursery.

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Globetrotting Mommy – The Year of the Horse

This cute Pull Along Double Pony from Land of Nod would be perfect for a baby boy.

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Globetrotting Mommy – The Year of the Horse

This Parisian carousel horse print from Etsy would add a fun vibe to any nursery or playroom.

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Globetrotting Mommy – The Year of the Horse

These would make great baby shower gifts.  Be sure to follow my Pinterest Fun nursery and kids room ideas board for more decorating ideas and also check out my picks for a Safari themed nursery.

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Move over Post-it …

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Are you forever leaving Post-it-notes all over the place?  Me too.  Want to clear the clutter?  How about this cute Notable Adventures Message Globe?

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Globetrotting Mommy – Notable Adventures Message Globe

This rotating globe comes with a built-in dry-erase marker in the axis so you’ll be able to jot down your thoughts at a moments notice.  Place it in the kitchen for grocery lists, playroom for reminders or the bedroom for those late night thoughts and you’ll never forget anything again.  Well, no guarantees of course but its a start…

This would make a great gift for families, kids and globetrotters who want to jot down packing lists, important contact information or flight information.

Bon voyage!

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