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What We Packed for the BVIs

green bikini set // sunglasses // rash guard // bucket hat // mini dress

jelly sandals // blue coverup dress // sunscreen // maxi dress // red bikini set // cap // maxi skirt

mini dress // linen skirt // scrunchie set // maxi dress

Shop What We Packed for the BVI’s

Cheers,

Stia, Jean and Katherine

Spring Break in Chicago

family standing with background of downtown chicago

For Spring Break this year, we spent five nights in Chicago. One of my college roommates lives there and we had another roommate and her family all in Chicago for the week. With seven kids between the ages of 4 and 8, there was never a lack of fun and the adults may have had more fun than the kids! It was the perfect trip to spend some quality time with friends and I love seeing how our kids have the best time together.

We spent two nights with my college roommate before we all moved to the city for a few nights. Here’s what we did with pre-school/elementary age kids in Chicago:

three women standing on chicago bridge over the river
two women enjoying coffee together
two iced coffees on a table with white roses
little boy reaching into a box of donuts
group of friends posing on a balcony
toasting with cocktails
three little boys in the Chicago art museum
six little boys looking at art in the chicago art museum
two little boys holding hands walking upstairs
young family going to the a basketball game in chicago
three little boys in dallas mavericks jerseys
six little boys at the chicago bulls game arena
young family posing in front of lake michigan in chicago
toasting with an aperol spritz with a view over downtown chicago
mom taking a selfie in an elevator with three little boys
mom holding little boy in front of window looking over downtown chicago
seven little kids in pajamas playing on a bed
a group of small children huggin overlooking the chicago river
mom kissing little boy at the edge of indoor swimming pool
woman sitting on husband's lap with a view over downtown chicago
a family enjoying the cinema room at the langham chicago
woman standing in front of lake michigan chicago
little boy drawing on an easel overlooking downtown chicago

Do

Stay

For our nights in the city, we stayed at The Langham Hotel and it was such a great experience! The boys loved staying in the middle of the city in a “skyscraper” and we loved it just as much. The Langham is in such a great area that we walked everywhere.

  • One bedroom suite: Our hotel room felt like an apartment! It was spacious and had floor to ceiling windows with the most amazing views of the river and city. The hotel had a cute tent set-up, so the boys took turns between the pull out couch and tent. There was a dining table, powder bath, walk-in closet and spacious bathroom with huge shower and soaking tub!
  • Club level: Our room had club level access and I highly recommend it. The club room had the most incredible views of the river and city and it was a beautiful space! There is a full breakfast spread, light snacks, afternoon tea, happy hour with light appetizers and a candy bar, which our kids loved! Not only are there food/drink amenities, there are games, a drawing easel and lots of spaces to sit and relax and enjoy the view.
  • Pool: The hotel has an indoor pool that is part of the spa floor. It was so fun getting to swim inside and the perfect way to end a busy day exploring the city. Although it’s on the spa floor, it’s open to kids to use.
  • Cinema Suite: On our last night, we decided to rent out the cinema suite and surprised the kids. It was their favorite thing! The cinema suite has oversized cinema seats, popcorn, snacks, candy and drinks! We had it for three hours and we all enjoyed a relaxing night in!

Cheers,

Stia, Jean and Katherine

Mahj Retreat

// mark your mahjong line marker //

A few years ago, I started to play Mahjong with a group of moms in my area. We all learned together and continue to play once a month. But, it’s never enough time to play! We decided to book a girl’s trip to Seaside, where we could rest, relax and play as much mahjong as possible!

Besides playing mahjong, here’s what we did:

Where We Ate

  • Turbo Coffee: Coffee here every morning
  • Bud & Alleys: We ate upstairs here and had the most amazing views and sunny day!
  • Gallion’s: We had lunch here one day after we went to the spa – you must try the fish tacos!
  • The Citizen: Dinner was here our fist night – highly recommend arranging transportation home prior!
  • Private chef: We booked a private chef for dinner one night – he did sushi for appetizers, salad, surf&turf and dessert.

What We Did

  • Beach walks
  • Shopping in Seaside and Rosemary
  • Massages at Vivo
  • Played a ton of mahjong!

What to Wear:

It was a great, quick getaway and nice to be together with out the busyness of home!

Cheers,

Stia, Jean and Katherine