Summer Escapes, Entertaining & Essentials
Summer is in full swing and I’m sharing the latest in Summer Escapes to Entertaining Must Haves for Kids and Adults and Travel-Friendly Summer Beauty Essentials that everyone wants this season!
Summer: Kids & Families
HOPSCOTCH LANE TIME FOR LUNCH SET
This is the Viral Kid’s Summer Fun and Travel Toy Must Have. Hopscotch Lane’s My Baby Doll’s Time for Lunch Set brings pretend play to life with interactive sensory features kids can’t get enough of. The realistic stretchy grilled cheese “cheese pull” has gone viral on social media with over 80 million views, making it a favorite among kids and parents alike. This 14 piece set includes a grilled cheese sandwich, fruit slices, kabob skewers, and a portable lunch plate with lid for play at home or on the go.
Available at Walmart, $9.97
MAIN EVENT
Looking for the ultimate summer staycation? Head to Main Event, where you’ll find bowling, laser tag, brand-new arcade games, great food, and cool summer drinks—all under one air-conditioned roof. Plus, July 27 through August 1 is Shark Bite Shirley Week! Follow @mymainevent for clues to shark sightings around Fort Worth, where you could score a FREE Shark Bite Shirley Mocktail and coupons for a FREE hour of Arcade Game Play from Main Event Shark Ambassadors.
Find your nearest location at MainEvent.com
Summer: Cocktail Essentials
DEVIL’S GRIN TEXAS GIN
Must Have Summer Entertaining and Cocktail Essential. Devil’s Grin is an award-winning premium gin handcrafted in Texas that’s the perfect bottle to have on hand for summer entertaining. Its smooth, citrus-forward profile makes it incredibly versatile, whether you’re mixing up a simple Gin & Tonic, a Bee’s Knees, a Classic Martini, or a fresh Blackberry Bramble like the one we have here today. Unlike traditional juniper-heavy gins, Devil’s Grin lets bright citrus, earthy botanicals, and subtle spice take center stage, making it approachable for both gin lovers and those who typically reach for vodka. At just $25, it’s an easy way to elevate any summer gathering.
DevilsGrinGin.com, $25
Blackberry Bramble Cocktail Recipe
- Ingredients:
- 2 oz Devil’s Grin Texas Gin
- 1 oz Fresh Lemon Juice
- 0.5 oz Simple Syrup
- 0.5 oz Blackberry Liqueur (Crème de Mûre)
- Garnish: Lemon Wheel & Fresh Blackberry
- Method: Shake the gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup with ice. Strain into a rocks glass filled with crushed ice. Slowly pour the blackberry liqueur over the top so it “bleeds” through the ice. Garnish with a lemon slice
- Glassware: rocks glass or highball
- Why We Love It: It’s a modern cocktail that layers fresh citrus with dark berry flavor, finishing with a dramatic pour. Adding the blackberry liqueur last keeps the drink balanced and prevents it from tasting overly sweet. Plus, it looks incredible for the perfect Summer Cocktail!
Summer: Escapes
CLUB WYNDHAM
Make Memories this Summer with the Perfect Family Escape. Club Wyndham knows that time with family is limited, with many families experiencing just 17 summers together from birth to high school graduation. New research shows that 80% of parents wish they had taken more family vacations with their children, so to help more families create lasting memories, travelers can save 17% on rental stays at participating Club Wyndham properties through September 22 by using promo code 17SUMMERS at checkout. With spacious suites, homestyle comforts, and family-friendly destinations across the country, you’ll have everything you need to make this summer count.
Book at ClubWyndhamVacationRentals.com, Starting at just $82/night
HYATT REGENCY GRAND RESERVE PUERTO RICO
The Perfect Oceanfront Summer Vacation Destination. Just 19 miles from San Juan, the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico sits between a secluded beach and the lush El Yunque Rainforest. Relax at Puerto Rico’s largest lagoon-style pool, play the Tom Kite-designed 27-hole championship golf course, unwind at the full-service Rainforest Spa, and choose from 17 dining options. Spacious rooms, luxury villas, and even oceanfront suites with private pools make this the perfect island getaway for families, couples, and golf lovers alike.
Book at WorldOfHyatt.com
Summer: Solutions
PODS MOVING AND STORAGE
Make Moving or Decluttering Easier and Less Stressful this Summer. PODS is making moving and storage easier during the busy summer moving season by simplifying the process. With a PODS container, you can load and unload on your own schedule, keep your container in your driveway or at a local PODS Storage Center. So, whether you’re decluttering or moving to a new home, that means no rushed timelines, less last-minute packing stress, and more control over your move. And Now, PODS is running its biggest sale of the year through 8/17. You can save up to 30% on initial delivery, your first month’s rent, and redelivery/final pickup.
Visit PODS.com and apply code LAST30 at checkout for new orders only to lock in savings.
Summer: Travel Ready Beauty
FACECARD HYDRATION KIT
Travel Ready Beauty: The Ultimate Grab & Go “Glow” Set. Clinical-grade hydration that strengthens your skin barrier and delivers healthy, lasting glow, without overcomplicating your routine. The ultimate grab-and-go glow set. Travel-ready, beautifully packaged, and a foolproof gift for any skin type. Skincare without the overwhelm. A simple, streamlined routine that makes healthy, hydrated skin effortless. All are TSA compliant and ready for travel!
Available at FacecardSkincare.com, Amazon, $60
SURI 2.0 Electric Toothbrush + UV-C Travel Case
The Must Have Toothbrush Whether You Are Traveling or Staying Home this Summer. The SURI 2.0 Electric Toothbrush delivers a powerful sonic clean with 33,000 vibrations a minute in a sleek aluminum design that’s built to last. The battery lasts more than 40 days, and the slim travel case even uses UV-C light to kill 99.9% of bacteria on the brush head in just one minute. Pair it with SURI’s refillable Restore Gel Toothpaste for a cleaner smile that’s better for the planet. Available now starting at $135.
TrySuri.com, Amazon, Target Stores, Target.com, Erewhon, $135 Toothbrush / $34.49 Refillable Toothpaste Starter Kit Bundle
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