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Munich City Break Tours for Families on a Budget

April 25, 2014 by The Mom Jen 1 Comment

The vibrant metropolis of Munich is the ideal place to spend a weekend away. Munich city breaks are perfect for families who want to enjoy a relaxing and fun filled stay in the said city. Munich offers a large number of activities that are sure to appeal to the whole family, including the kids.

Tierpark Hellabrunn

Tierpark Hellabrunn is one of the largest zoos in the world and features animals roaming freely in large natural habitats. Tierpark Hellabrunn comes complete with a children’s zoo as well as an aviary. Children will be able to spend plenty of time interacting with their favourite animals in the children’s zoo, while Tierpark Hellabrunn also features an impressive collection of animals from all around the world.

Guided tours

Taking a guided tour of Munich is a great way to see the sights in comfort and style. Some of the major attractions that are covered by guided tours include the historic buildings of Marienplatz, Olympia Park, the magnificent Schloss Nymphenburg and the Bayerisches National Museum, which contains an extensive collection of local arts and crafts.

Beer gardens

No trip to Munich would be complete without sampling the amber nectar in one of the city’s traditional beer gardens. Many of the beer gardens in Munich are family friendly and often come complete with children’s playgrounds and other types of activities that children can enjoy while their parents try a selection of Germany’s leading beers.

Theme parks

Keep the kids entertained by taking them to one of Munich’s impressive theme parks. There are plenty of exciting family orientated theme parks in Munich and the surrounding area including Legoland, Wild West Park, Pullman City and Circus Krone, and all of these attractions feature rides and other amusements for people of all ages.

Bavaria Film Studios

The vibrant Bavaria Film Studios can be found in Geiselgasteig, which is situated just to the south of Munich. Many of Germany’s television shows have been filmed here other the last eighty years and this popular attraction features exciting stunt shows.

The city of Munich attracts visitors from all walks of life and families will find plenty to see and do there. Many of Munich’s leading hotels also cater to families and offer special services such as baby sitting services. This allows parents plenty of time to explore Munich’s vibrant nightlife scene while they children are being entertained and cared for.

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4 Important Beauty and Grooming Items to Bring on Board a Plane

April 22, 2014 by The Mom Jen Leave a Comment

One of the best ways to unwind, learn and explore new territories is by traveling. Whether it’s a personal travel or a business trip, you need to keep in mind what beauty and grooming accessories you should pack in your hand carry. We’re teaching you what discounts colognes to bring, how to care for your skin and how you can rest and unwind while inside the aircraft.

1. Bring colognes or perfumes in sampler vials. A lot of people forget that carrying more than 100 ml of liquid (gel, paste or cream) cannot be included in your hand-carry item. However, even while on the plane a girl needs to smell good. Instead of bringing a small bottle, choose one of the sampler vial discount colognes usually handed to you in the mall or when you purchase a big bottle of perfume online as a freebie. Suggestion: Alien by Thierry Mugler for Women 0.05 ml.

2. Apply powder only for long hauls. You just need the right amount of powder to keep the shine away from your face, especially when oil starts to build up while you’re dozing off. You don’t need to wear heavy makeup, unless you’re flight is short and you need to get to your next destination pronto. Just imagine putting on an eye mask and it starts ruining your eye makeup and destroying your fake lashes. Furthermore, you don’t want the natural oil on your face mixing with your foundation. Enjoy a makeup free stay on board the plane as much as possible. Suggestion: Nouba Soft Compact Powder.

3. Maximize your time on the plane by beautifying yourself. How about a spa treatment at 30 thousand feet? Getting at the airport early to wait at the boarding gate can be tiring and boring, especially when the flight gets delayed. Once you get on your seat, put on some eye pads to soothe tired eyes while you enjoy spa-like treatment with the cooling sensation. Just rest a pair of pads on your eyes, sit back and relax. Suggestion: Purederm Prreti Cucumber Eye Pads.

4. Take a mouthwash with you. A lot of times, people don’t want to brush their teeth in the aircraft’s restroom for hygienic purposes (or they simply cannot stand the wobbling feeling inside a small space). However, you should always keep your mouth and clean and your breath fresh. Transfer a small amount of mouthwash to a small container for a quick rinse. Suggestion: Tom’s of Maine Natural Wicked Fresh! Long-Lasting Mouthwash.

When you want your beauty and grooming needs ready when you travel, remember to get them all at BeautyEncounter.com. With their already reduced prices, you can even get more discounts just by using Beauty Encounter promo codes found in their website. What’s more, Beauty Encounter is famous for their exciting contests every month.

Special guest post provided to Jen is on a Journey.

Dubai: One of the World’s Hottest Tourist Destinations

April 2, 2014 by The Mom Jen 4 Comments

Dubai is perhaps best known as a massive center of commerce and luxury, but it’s also quite literally one of the hottest tourist destinations of recent years. Every year, millions of people travel to this Middle Eastern hub from all across the globe, seeking sun, shops and attractions they won’t find anywhere else.

Let’s take a look at just why the so-called ‘City of Gold’ has become so popular:

Climate
Perhaps the most desirable of all the glamorous and desirable Dubai attractions on offer is simply, the sun. The tropical climate boasts year-round sunshine and warm temperatures, with winter highs typically a comfortable 75°F. This makes the city a very attractive vacation spot at any time of the year.

Surrounded by the sea, Dubai is a great place to hit the beach. You can relax on the white sand, or try your hand at various water sports, including parasailing, diving, snorkeling and kayaking. Those with less activity in mind can simply hop on board a boat cruise to feel the sea breeze and take in the incredible views.

Shopping
Shopping in Dubai is not to be taken lightly! You’ll find the world’s finest luxury brands as well as elaborate malls and shopping centers. Even if you’re just window shopping, the Dubai Mall is the place to be. With over 1000 stores, it’s become a tourist attraction in its own right. Not to mention the Dubai Aquarium, Underwater Zoo and Olympic-sized Ice Rink on hand!

The Dubai Design District, a new development in the heart of the city, is Dubai’s proof to the world that it is ready and willing to become one of the globe’s biggest hubs for high fashion. Located near the Dubai Mall, this district is set to expand upon the already luxurious feel of the city.

Location
Dubai has, in part, become the tourist hotspot it is today because of its location. The emirate is located between Europe, Asia and Australia, making it the perfect stopover destination while in route between these regions.

Many travelers will fly to Dubai, spend a few days shopping and sightseeing, and then continue on to their final destination. The centrality of the city makes it attractive, and accessible, by those on business and holidaymakers alike.

Family
Finally, Dubai has emerged as a family-friendly tourist destination as well. Kids will undoubtedly enjoy playing on the beach and in the sea and many of Dubai’s top hotels include wonderful children’s facilities. You’ll find pools, water parks and aquariums nearby, or even in the hotel itself, proving there’s never a shortage of things to do and see.

So, if you’re looking for a relaxing, scenic and kid-friendly vacation, try Dubai!
Special guest post provided to Jen is on a Journey.

Top 3 Things to Do When the Kids Have Gone to Bed

September 30, 2013 by The Mom Jen 3 Comments

There is little doubt around the fact that raising children can be tiring and the fact that you get no real time to yourself until they leave the nest and start making their own way in life. While raising a child can be one of the most rewarding things in life, sometimes you just need a little time by yourself or with your partner. For many people this is when their children go to bed as they often stay up later and have a few hours to spare.

One of the best ways in which you can pass time after your kids go to bed is to read, no matter what it is, a bestselling book or article on the internet if it is new to you then you are sure to learn something you didn’t know before about the world. This is one of the many reasons why catching up on your books is a great way to spend your time that night.

If reading is not what you always want to do at night as it takes a little more effort than say watching TV, then there is no reason that when kids go to bed you can’t spend your time catching up on films you have missed or a TV series. There are now many services such as Love film and Netflix that offer instant streaming of thousands of different films and TV series.

If you’re more of the gamer type though then you may want to spend your time playing games on your TV such as one of the many huge console releases like The Last of Us that recently came out. For those people who don’t play many games, go to your PC and log on to your web browser you can play games at sites like Lucky Nugget and Facebook instantly without having to download anything.

What do you do after the kids go to bed?

Written by Krystal Shannon for Jen is on a Journey.

How to Get your Mortgage Application Approved

September 26, 2013 by The Mom Jen Leave a Comment

In the current climate gaining approval for a mortgage is a challenge. However, that’s not to say you should abandon all hope of buying your own property, as it’s still possible to achieve providing you have made the right preparations. Here are few tips to help you towards gaining that all important approval:

Check your credit rating
If you’ve a record of using credit cards responsibly and making debt repayments on time you should find a larger range of mortgage options available to you. If you’ve not previously used one it’s probably worth making a credit card application and paying off the balance in full each month to improve your trustworthiness in the eyes of lenders. It’s also worth checking you’re on the electoral roll and other details such as the address registered with your bank is where you currently live.

Get a deposit together
It might take quite some time to get together a deposit for your first home, so start saving as much as you can afford as soon as possible. The more cash you have at your disposal the better the rate you’re likely to achieve. As a minimum you’ll likely need between five and 10 per cent of the property’s total value. So in simple terms, if the house you desire costs £100,000, you’ll need £5,000 stashed away. It’s worth doing your research about how best to get your deposit together.

Organise your paperwork
Preparation can make the mortgage application process far easier, so make sure you get documents such as payslips and P60s together now so you’re not rummaging through files and folders later!

Reduce your debts
If you already have outstanding debts it makes sense both financially and in terms of increasing your chances of approval to try and reduce them. Similarly, it’s a good idea to avoid making an application for additional credit while your mortgage application is being considered as this might have an effect on your chances.

Speak to an independent mortgage broker
To get a good idea about what mortgages are available and affordable for your financial needs it’s worth speaking to an independent mortgage broker approved by the Financial Services Authority. These can give you a comprehensive overview of the market and work out the total costs of any deal. It may also be worth speaking to a mortgage adviser at a bank or building society, but keep in mind they will only tell you about products of their own.

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