Updated info for 2018…! There is not one right answer to the question of how to get invited to Disney Social Media Moms. I don’t work for Disney or the PR companies that help put on this amazing event for social media influencers. This is just what I did and what my friends did to […]
7 reasons you should want to go to Disney Social Media Moms #DisneySMMoms
First let me say that I do not work for Disney or their public relations, marketing, or social media partners. I’ve been invited to Disney Social Media Moms twice and am crossing my fingers to join them again in 2015. The information I have is from my own knowledge and that of my friends, and […]
Palmetto Dunes in Hilton Head: A post in pictures #smithfamtravels
My family was given the great opportunity to check out the Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort in Hilton Head, South Carolina over Thanksgiving weekend. We received complimentary lodging and some meals and activities to facilitate the review, but of course I always give you the real deal review no matter what we receive. And the real […]
The Sandals Foundation teams up with Dwayne Wade for Game Changer fundraiser
I first learned about The Sandals Foundation when I visited Beaches Turkes and Caicos for the BeachesMoms Social Media on the Sand conference in October. I really admired the work The Sandals Foundation is doing to give back to the communities surrounding Sandals and Beaches resorts. And I love that they give resort guests the […]
A Stone Mountain Christmas| 5 ways to thrive during your holiday adventures
A Stone Mountain Christmas is my favorite holiday experience in Atlanta and my family was blessed to receive complimentary tickets and dinner to experience it this year. A Stone Mountain Christmas keeps the “Christ” in Christmas and provides a wholesome, family-friendly, memory-making day. For anyone looking to upgrade your holiday adventures this year and are […]
Destination Vacation Clubs|Five Reasons You’ll Want to Join One #Inspirato
Last month, I had the pleasure of experiencing my first destination vacation club stay with Inspirato with American Express. My husband and I got to tag an extra day onto our trip to Turks and Caicos to stay at one of Inspirato’s villas on the island. Our 1 night stay was complimentary in exchange for […]
Look Mom, No kids! Kidless Travel to Turks & Caicos #beachesmoms
Way back in the Spring I was invited to Social Media on the Sand, a blogger’s conference at Beaches Resorts in Turks & Caicos. I had to pay my airfare and a registration fee but the trip was highly discounted. I wasn’t asked to write about it. I just can’t help it! I’m SO EXCITED! […]
Celebrate 2014 Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort
This summer I had the opportunity to visit Universal Orlando Resort for the very first time during the fabulous Family Forward conference. (We were given discounted tickets and accommodations as part of the Family Forward conference fee.) My family and I were able to soak up the thrills and chills (Diagon Alley will definitely give […]
I’m here! Focusing on the business of blogging at #TypeACon
I didn’t get a manicure. Or a pedicure. I didn’t cut and color my hair. I don’t have costumes picked out for the parties. I don’t even know what the parties are (except for the #DisneySide party because…well…It’s Disney). My clothes aren’t new. My shoes are utilitarian. BUT I’M HERE at Type A Parent Conference! […]
[VIDEO] That time I was on ABC World News Tonight…
I’m so lucky! I got to spend an afternoon with the beautiful and oh so nice Paula Faris and got to learn some great tips for buying our next Swagger Wagon. The best part about the national TV spots I’ve done is that friends and family far and wide get to see a slice of […]

















