Mary Dixon Lebeau, EastCoast TravelingMom, Author at Traveling Mom

September 25 #TMOM Twitter Party – Holiday Travel Planning – Take Our Survey

Posted by Mary Dixon Lebeau, EastCoast TravelingMom | Sep 19, 2017 | 0 |

Is home for the holidays still a thing? Well, if believe the statistics, it sure is. More people travel over 50 miles from home during the holiday season than at any other time. Do you? Take our holiday travel survey to let us know. Then join us at 9 p.m. ET at the September 25 #TMOM Twitter party, when we’ll be discussing holiday travel. September 25 #TMOM Twitter Party – Holiday Travel Planning – Take Our Survey My family does travel “home” for the holidays – although not to any place we’ve ever been before. We travel from our...

Is Home for the Holidays Still a Thing? You Tell Us – and Be Entered to Win!

Posted by Mary Dixon Lebeau, EastCoast TravelingMom | Sep 15, 2017 | 0 |

The government tells us more people travel for the holidays than at any other time. But do our readers agree? Is “home for the holidays” still a thing? Complete our holiday travel survey to let us know – and we’ll thank you with an entry to our Ricardo luggage giveaway! Mobile users: Take our survey here. Is Home for the Holidays Still a Thing? Complete our Holiday Travel Survey! “It’s beginning to look a lot like….” Well, you know how that goes. Yes, we’ve just started raking leaves, planting mums and watching football games. But here at TravelingMom, we’re...

September 18 #TMOM Twitter Party – Travel Volunteerism

Posted by Mary Dixon Lebeau, EastCoast TravelingMom | Sep 5, 2017 | 0 |

After the impact of the recent hurricanes, the thoughts of many focused on one question – “How can I help?” There are many ways worthy of consideration – from donating clothes and food to writing a check to a reputable on-the-ground charity. But if you want to be hands-on in your giving, then consider travel volunteerism. Want to give back in your travels? Then join us at 9 p.m. ET at the September 18 #TMOM Twitter party, when we’ll be discussing travel volunteerism and the wonders of exploring traveling with purpose. September 18 #TMOM Twitter Party – Travel Volunteerism...

September 4 #TMOM Twitter Party – Visiting College Towns

Posted by Mary Dixon Lebeau, EastCoast TravelingMom | Aug 28, 2017 | 0 |

Whether you’re dropping off a new freshman, visiting your alma mater, or catching a football game, college towns are great destinations. There’s plenty to do, on and off campus. So as autumn approaches (with homecomings and parents weekends), we are talking about our favorite college towns and sharing stories about what makes them so great. Join us on Monday, September 4 for our special Labor Day #TMOM Twitter party at 9 p.m. Find out how to have a fun time visiting college towns – no matter what your age! September 4 #TMOM Twitter Party – Visiting College Towns It’s...

August 28 #TMOM Twitter Party – Using Points and Miles

Posted by Mary Dixon Lebeau, EastCoast TravelingMom | Aug 21, 2017 | 0 |

Travel is educational, recreational, inspirational and totally necessary. Unfortunately, it can also be expensive! But there are ways of cutting your travel costs, using the plethora of travel awards points and airline mileage programs available to savvy travelers. Want to learn more? Then join us at 9 p.m. ET at the August 28 #TMOM Twitter party, when we’ll be discussing the wonders of travel using points and miles. August 28 #TMOM Twitter Party – Using Points and Miles I don’t have to sell you on the upside of travel. You can find that all over our web site....

August 21 #TMOM Twitter Party – Fall Travel

Posted by Mary Dixon Lebeau, EastCoast TravelingMom | Aug 15, 2017 | 0 |

Yes, we are headed back into fall, but that doesn’t mean we’re slaves to the autumn routine. The months ahead are perfect for travel – cool temperatures, gorgeous landscapes and low crowds! Join us at the next #TMOM Twitter Party at 9 p.m. on August 21, when we get a head start on sharing ideas for fantastic fall travel. August 21 #TMOM Twitter Party – Fall Travel Autumn is approaching, and the world is on display at her most colorful. The summer crowds have headed home, and travel bargains abound. The heat of August will quickly fade as...

Dos and Don’ts for Investing Your Travel Dollars

Posted by Mary Dixon Lebeau, EastCoast TravelingMom | Aug 8, 2017 | 0 |

According to reports, Americans will be spending a record-breaking amount on summer vacations in 2017, topping the $100 billion mark. But there are smart – and not-so-smart – ways to invest your travel dollar. How can travelers get the most bang for the buck? Read on for some smart – and some not-so-smart – ways to spend on vacation. This post is sponsored by Allianz Global Assistance (AGA Service Company) and I have received financial compensation. Dos and Don’ts for Investing Your Travel Dollars Even when we’re pinching pennies, Americans aren’t afraid to spend a little more when it...

August 14 #TMOM Twitter Party – Homeschool Travel

Posted by Mary Dixon Lebeau, EastCoast TravelingMom | Aug 8, 2017 | 0 |

When the world is your classroom, there’s no need to stop traveling when the school bell rings. That’s one of the perks of being a homeschooler! Want to find teachable moments wherever you wander, and take your family on an educational field trip that lasts for days? Then join us at 7 p.m. ET at the August 14 #TMOM Twitter party, when we’ll be discussing the wonders of homeschool travel. August 14 #TMOM Twitter Party – Homeschool Travel Once school opens in September, travel comes to a halt for many families. After all, the kids need to be in...

August 7 #TMOM Twitter Party – Travel Deals and The Shoulder Season

Posted by Mary Dixon Lebeau, EastCoast TravelingMom | Aug 2, 2017 | 0 |

The shoulder season….it may just be the most wonderful time of the year for travelers! Want to book some bargain travel – and enjoy low crowds and wonderful weather as well? Then join us at the next #TMOM Twitter Party at 9 p.m. ET on August 7, when we’ll be talking about travel deals and the shoulder season! August 7 #TMOM Twitter Party – Travel Deals and The Shoulder Season Sure, summer vacations are over – but that can mean good news for travelers, particularly those with an eye on savings. Because, between the time when the kids...

July 31 #TMOM Twitter Party – Back to School and End of Summer Travel

Posted by Mary Dixon Lebeau, EastCoast TravelingMom | Jul 24, 2017 | 0 |

The end of summer is the perfect time for travel – but once the kids are back in school, and you’re tied up with the challenges of juggling schedules, finding time for a getaway gets a bit more difficult. So the time to take one more summer trip is NOW. If you want to get some quality travel in before the kids are back to school, come share strategies with us at the next #TMOM Twitter party on July 31 at 9 p.m. eastern time. Together we’ll discuss how to plan end of summer travel and last minute...