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Shop Black: Hair Care

August 23, 2020 by The Traveling Four Leave a Comment

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Black consumers contribute billions upon billions of dollars to the hair care industry and most of it isn’t even spent in our community. This could just be because most people don’t know about a lot of the black owned hair brands. So, in an effort to bring some of those black dollars back to and circling within the black community I’ve compiled a list of some Black Hair Care Companies.

Camille Rose Naturals

The Founder and Master Mixtress behind this brand which began in her kitchen 8 years ago is Janell Stephens. Originally mixing up natural products to help combat eczema in her children- Camille Rose is now a multi-million dollar company. When I was researching natural black hair care products this brand kept popping up. With tons of you tube videos praising it’s products I knew I had to look into it further. I definitely recommend Camille Rose Naturals Curlaide Moisture Butter, 8 Ounce. With green tea and jojoba oil this product softens and moisturizes your hair while defining your curls. You can also shop for this brand at Target and Walmart.

Camille Rose founder Janell Stephens dispaying her products
Image courtesy of https://www.camillerose.com/

Daddy Butter

Founded by Khalil Jackson who is the father of two beautiful daughters. Khalil started the company in an effort to redefine the black beauty standard. He wanted to leave a legacy for his girls that didn’t pressure them into western beauty standards. Also he wanted them to have a natural product that would define their curls and enrich their hair. A core of plant based butters and natural oils are what can be found in these products. Aside from hair care merchandise they also have a wide range of nourishing skin care products. You can learn more about what they have to offer and support the business @ https://www.daddybutter.com/

Daddy butter logo (hair brush wit African princess on back)
Image courtesy of https://www.daddybutter.com/

TGIN

Thank God It’s Natural was founded by Chris-Tia Donaldson and focuses on the use of natural ingredients like African Shea Butter and Olive Oil. The Harvard Graduate started her journey to create natural hair and body products when she was diagnosed with cancer. She wanted to build a brand that was not only good for the body but also for the environment. A brand that would flourish and give her the kind of income it took to give to and form groups that supported those afflicted with and affected by cancer.

Chris-Tia is the author of Thank God I’m Natural–The Ultimate Guide to Caring for and Maintaining Natural Hair an Amazon #1 bestseller that was dubbed the “Natural Hair Bible” by Essence Magazine. I recommend tgin Honey Miracle Hair Mask Deep Conditioner. With raw honey and olive oil this mask will deeply nourish your hair while adding shine and reducing breakage. You can also shop this brand in store at Target, Walmart, Whole Foods, Walgreen’s and Sally’s Beauty.

Tgin foundation holding check for 25,000 donated towards breast cancer.
Image courtesy of https://thankgoditsnatural.com/our-mission/

Alikay Naturals

Founded by Rochelle Alikay Graham-Campbell and focuses on the use of natural and organic ingredients that will help nourish your hair from the inside out. These products are free from alcohols, petroleum, parabens, mineral oils, sulfate and silicones. Manufactured and sold in the US you can find these products at Sally Beauty Supply, Rite Aid, Bed Bath and Beyond-Harmon, Kroger, Target, Meijer, Face Values and CVS. This product is also available worldwide in such countries as France, Bermuda, Jamaica, Netherlands, and the United Kingdom to name a few. I recommend Alikay Naturals Aloe Berry Style Gel, 8 Ounce. This medium hold gel keeps hair in place and moisturizes at the same time.

Stylist applying Alikay Aloe Berry Gel to a client's hair
Image courtesy of https://www.amazon.com/stores/Alikay+Naturals/page/9AA05D23-336F-46C2-8839-56745A82D082?ref_=ast_bln

Kinky-Curly

Founder Shelley Davis is bringing you this line of cruelty free, as well as petroleum, paraben, alcohol, silicone, and mineral oil free products. The company’s aim is to moisturize and strengthen hair and even give hold without drying your hair out. Kinky-Curly is available at Whole Foods and Target. I recommend the Kinky-Curly Knot Today Leave In Conditioner/Detangler – 8 oz which is designed to smooth the cuticle and remove tangles.

Mixed Chicks

Founded by two “mixed chicks”, Wendy Levy and Kim Etheridge, who wanted to create a line of products that catered to multi-ethnic hair. Knowing the struggles of finding products that would work on their multi-textured hair they wanted to create something that would work for those who couldn’t be placed into a single hair type category. And that they did- they created a line that works for those with curls, coils and waves and whatever falls in between. They not only have products for adults (male and female) but for kids as well. I recommend Mixed Chicks Kid’s Quad Pack – Shampoo, Conditioner, Leave-in Conditioner, Tangle-Tamer, 8 fl.oz each.

Mixed chicks founders Wendy Levy and Kim Etheridge
Image courtesy of https://mixedchicks.net/photo/beauticonla/

Taliah Waajid

This brand is the namesake of it’s creator and owner Taliah Waajid who has been involved in natural hair care since the age of 14. Taliah went on to become a cosmetologist before making the transition to creating and manufacturing her own brand. She was the first to offer a complete line of natural, chemical-free hair care products. She has paved the way for many to follow suit while expanding her line to it’s now 4 collections. The Taliah Waajid brand focuses on Natural Hair Care, Curly Hair Care, Protective Styling and Children’s Hair Care.

There is also a men’s line called Uncle Jimmy’s Products named after her favorite uncle. The men’s line focuses on hair, beard and body. I recommend Uncle Jimmy Products Beard GRO Balm 2 oz. From the Taliah Waajid line I recommend Taliah Waajid African Healing Oyl 8oz for hair and body. You can also shop for these products at Walmart, CVS, and Sally Beauty.

Taliah Waajid
Image courtesy of https://naturalhair.org/pages/about-taliah

Mayvenn

Sometimes you don’t have time to style your own hair or are preferential to weaves and wigs. Well then you definitely need to check out Mayvenn which is the largest black owned hair extension company in the U.S. Founder Diishan Imira grew up watching hair stylists in her family use and install hair extensions and wigs. What she also noticed is that these products came from sources outside of the black community. She wanted to change that and so she created her own company to fill the need. Mayvenn offers handmade custom wigs as well as quality hair bundles. The company has recently launched the Mayvenn services program. This program offers free installation by a local stylist with the purchase of any 3 bundles, closures and frontals from Mayvenn. You can find out more about this company and support the business at https://shop.mayvenn.com.

Mayvenn Hair Extensions
Image courtesy of https://shop.mayvenn.com/

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Gibbs Garden

August 13, 2020 by The Traveling Four Leave a Comment

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, traveling and vacations have pretty much halted for us… Sad, we know. But, there have been a lot of local trails, parks (local and national), and outdoor activities that are still open. So, we have begun venturing out locally to see our local outdoor sites, while maintaining social distancing policies, of course. For our latest outing, we spent a few hours at Gibbs Garden in Ball Ground, Georgia.

Social Distancing is heavily enforced at Gibbs, and tickets at this time are only purchased online. A QR bar code is sent directly to your email upon purchase, which you can print or pull up on your phone. To reduce human contact, you are able to scan the bar code under the scanner for entry. Maps are available for pick-up if preferred.

Make sure to check the weather forecast so you know what to wear and pull out those comfy shoes. The grounds of this breath taking natural treasure is quite extensive. Be prepared for a three hour walk to see all sections of the gardens.

Gibbs Gardens is a beautifully landscaped, oasis sectioned off perfectly for your viewing pleasures. The entire area is categorized into two garden sections: The Manor House Gardens and the Valley Gardens. The Manor House section includes Azalea, Rhododendron, Daffodil, Hydrangea and the Woodland Shade Gardens. Located in this section is also the Rose Arbor and Nature Canopy Walk. The Valley Gardens section hosts The Fern Dell, The Pleasance and Daylily Gardens, the Grandchildren’s Sculpture Gardens, Rose Gardens, Japanese Gardens, and Monet Waterlily Gardens. It will take about 1.5 hours to complete each section.

We started our walk gazing at the alluring water lily ponds in the Monet Waterlily Gardens.

The gazebos and charming bridges provided much needed shade as we mapped out our next destination.

Next, we decided to make our way to the Manor House with stops in the many gardens along the way. We were allured by the beautiful hydrangeas we saw at the beginning of our journey.

These Azaleas were just as gorgeous and so vibrant.

The awe inspiring Cabana/Pool area near the Manor House was a great place to take a break before tackling the second half of our journey. This is the back yard of all our dreams. The serenity that it exuded just wrapped you up and didn’t want to let go. Or maybe we didn’t want to let go – it was so peaceful.

The Manor House did not disappoint either. It was grand and beautifully decorated, plus it had a bathroom. Hey, after walking for over an hour and continuously hydrating because of the high heat and humidity you’re so happy to empty that bladder and get some A/C.

Another stunning area was the Rose Arbor and Natural Canopy Walk

For the Valley Gardens section, these amazing water features found in the Pleasance and Daylily Gardens are on our list of must sees for your trip to Gibb’s.

DeeDee couldn’t wait to enter through the Torii gate to see the Japanese Gardens. With it’s 50+ year old bonsai plants, expansive Japanese Maples and stunning sculptures. It definitely was a sight to behold.

  • Torii Gate

Walking through all of the gardens were magical. It oftentimes felt like we were walking through a simulation, everything felt so surreal. This was very true in the Japanese Garden. Check out the picture below to see what we mean.

One thing to note, at the time of our visit, the tram rides were temporarily suspended due to Covid-19. So, when you are planning where you will go in the garden, make sure you know the distance because a lot of walking is involved.

Overall, we all enjoyed our trip to Gibbs Garden very much. We are currently planning another trip for the Fall. I think that it will be extremely beautiful with the changing colors of the leaves. If you get a chance to visit, let us know what you think in the comments below.

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Money Saving Tips – That Actually Help You Save Money

August 1, 2020 by The Traveling Four Leave a Comment

Saving money has always been my Achilles heel. For some reason I’ve always had the hardest time saving money no matter how hard I tried. Have you ever looked at your W-2’s at the beginning of the year and thought “Where did all of this money go?“. It’s easy to look at a lump sum and think “Wow, I made a decent amount of money and have nothing to show for it“. I’ve been there – trying to contemplate over every dime whether necessary or frivolous.

Let’s face it…life is going to throw you curve balls and having a financial cushion helps make those blows a little softer. The rule of thumb is to have at least three months worth of income saved. While this option is one of the best possible outcomes, for some people that may not be easily feasible. For that reason here are a few money saving tips that you can do to jump start your savings account. Start slow and pace yourself.

Remember: The goal is to save, not stress!

Write down & Overstate

You may be the type of person that checks their online banking at least once a day. But what happens on those days when you check your account and your balance looks a lot lower that you anticipated. The average person swipes their debit card at least 4 – 7 times a day, whether in person or online. It’s so easy to forget about items that you’ve purchased.

This is my top pick for saving money because it is one of the easiest methods to save small amounts of money fast. This method helps to create discipline in the mind by helping you physically see what you spend most of your money on. My family was able to save an extra $100+ a month easy by just writing everything down and overstating our expenses.

How this method works:

You’re going to need a writing pad of some kind (spiral notebook, journal, etc.) – I call it my money pad. You can also use notepad or similar app on your phone. Start each week with a spending amount. Whether it be your paycheck amount or just a general amount you do not want to go over. Personally, I use my check amount after bills for that week have been deducted. After you make a purchase with your debit card immediately write the amount down in your money pad…but wait, don’t forget to overstate! For example, if you purchase a cup of coffee and it cost $3.42, what you would subtract is a rounded amount of $5.00 and not $3.42. You would have saved $1.58 on this one purchase. Before you know it $20 will turn into $100 and so on.

Money Challenges

A money challenge is an incremental savings plan. Money challenges are fun and help you feel accomplished as you start to go through each level. There are so many of these challenges all over the internet. There’s the $5 dollar challenge, 52 weeks challenge, $10,000 in a year, $1000 in 3 months, the list goes on.

My suggestion would be to pick one challenge and stick with it. Although these sound like quick fixes with great rewards they can be extremely hard to keep up with. Especially when you get towards the end your initiative can wear off a little. Another tip for money challenges are pick a goal (for example – buying a house, taking a trip overseas, starting a business). Motivation is easier when you have something that you are passionate about.

Stock Investing Apps

There’s an app for that! Of course there are apps for stock investing. Investing is a good strategy for increasing long-term wealth. Stocks are ideal for bringing in higher returns (profit). It’s usually not a get rich quick process but with the right research and portfolio diversification you can generate multiple streams of income.

Stock apps worth looking into are Stash, Robinhood, Fidelity, Acorns, Atom and E-trade. Please remember that investing is a risk. Be sure to do your research before committing your money to any app or stocks.

Snowball Method

The Debt Snowball Method is accredited to personal financial consultant and radio host Dave Ramsey. It is a method of reducing debt by paying off your smallest debt first, then tackle the next debt by adding the ‘freed’ money to the amount you were already paying. The goal is to keep snowballing debt until there is none left.

I am currently on this path and it is working out perfectly. I’ve paid off two credit cards so far and can’t wait to get to the final debt – my house.

Rethink your Budget

Rethinking your budget goes without saying when trying to save money. You would be surprised at how many people struggle to have everything without a little sacrifice. Certainly, there are things in your life that you have become accustomed to but are they really worth not having any money left over at the end of a pay period.

Write down all recurring expenses (everything that you spend money on daily, weekly, monthly and yearly) take a hard look at those expenses.

  • Start with cancelling those subscriptions and memberships that you can truly live without.
  • Next look at your utilities and research ways to cut back cost. For instance unplug appliances that are not in use (trust me it works), double check your thermostats, replace necessary filters and check for leaks.
  • Insurance premiums- whether home, car or health. The good news is that you are not contractually bound to stay with an insurance company for life. You are able to shop around for a better price and switch. Just because you are with a company for 10 plus years doesn’t mean that company is getting you the best rates. They already have your business locked in and are more preoccupied with attracting new business. Please note that switching insurance companies too often can leave a mark on your insurance credit score (yep, it’s a real thing).
  • If you can purchase a car with cash and not with a loan then do that. Depending on certain factors like credit, a car note can be unsettling. Some lenders and car companies have you paying 6-8 year notes for cars that cost $20,000. That is absolutely crazy! Look into refinancing options with your banking institution.
  • I leave rent/mortgage last for a reason. Some of us do not want to compromise where we stay for cheaper living and that is totally understandable. If you are paying a ridiculous amount that you can barely afford then look into downsizing or relocating.

Stash it don’t cash it

“Stash it and don’t cash it” is one of those old school, tried and true methods for saving. I’ve heard many stories of when family members passes away, the family goes to clean up the house and finds money stashed away in some of the most unconventional places.

Every week that you get paid take out anywhere from $20 – $100 and stash it away. Stash it in a place that you will remember of course. Some great places are in jewelry cases, jars, shoe boxes, behind picture frames, safes, containers. Get creative!!!

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Easy Lamp Shade Decoration

July 9, 2020 by The Traveling Four Leave a Comment

An easy way to add a little touch of yourself to your decor is through a technique called stenciling. Stenciling basically copies a design/pattern that is made via cutouts in anything from paper to wood onto another object. You can stencil everything from fabric and pillows to furniture and walls. This technique requires just a few tools and is not very time consuming.

The Supplies

For my lamp shade decoration I decided to employ this technique using a non adhesive stencil I found at Michael’s. The supplies I used for this project were a lamp shade, stenciling brushes, acrylic paint (antique gold), painter’s tape, a paper plate, paper towels, acetone and the stencil. Some people find it easier to use an adhesive stencil, if you do so you probably won’t need the painter’s tape. You can get most of these supplies at Walmart, Michael’s or even at your local home improvement store.

The Process

Tape the stencil to the lamp using the painter’s tape in whatever orientation you choose. Squirt a small amount of the acrylic paint onto the paper plate and dip the stencil brush into the paint. Blot off excess paint on a dry portion of the plate. Now proceed to dab the paint into the cutouts of the stencil. You may have to push down on the portions of the stencil where you are painting to ensure that the paint doesn’t creep out of the cutout area. Using an adhesive stencil usually helps to stop the paint from getting into unwanted places. Use the acetone to clean off the brush if it gets too much paint residue while painting. Use the paper towel to blot off excess acetone so that the brush dries quicker. Continue painting until you finish the stencil transfer and then carefully remove the stencil.

Use paper towel(s) lightly soaked with acetone to clean off any paint from the stencil and allow it to air dry. Once dried move the stencil to the other side of the lamp shade, tape down and repeat the process. On a square shade like the one I used you can do the two adjacent sides consecutively without allowing the first side to dry. After you’ve completed these two sides you will have to allow them to dry. You can then flip onto them to paint the other sides.

On my shade I had to do double coats to get the effect I wanted. In this case you would have to allow drying in between coats on each side or after you’ve done the four sides. On a round shade it’s a similar concept. Allow the top side to dry before you roll it over or if it’s not uncomfortable for you paint it standing up. That way you can just rotate around and paint the entire thing at once then let it dry. Be careful not to smudge the paint with your hands.

The End Product

You can even use multiple stencils on one lampshade or orient the stencil differently in separate spots. Some people even overlay stencils to form an entirely new pattern. I would test this out on a piece of paper first to make sure it doesn’t look too cluttered. Actually testing it out first regardless of the design is always a good idea to make sure it’s the look that you want.

Share with us any stencil projects you’ve done that could possibly inspire someone else’s DIY project. Below is how I did a stencil pattern on a dresser.

To see more of this dresser re-do click this link http://www.thetraveling4.com/home-garden/giving-old-furniture-new-life-redesigning-an-old-dresser/

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Black Businesses in GA to Support

June 19, 2020 by The Traveling Four Leave a Comment

With the current climate in the United States it’s becoming more and more clear that we have to band together for change. The Nielson Report puts black buying power at approximately $1.2 Trillion https://fortune.com/2018/02/28/raceahead-nielsen-report-black-buying-power/. So our dollars matter and they would definitely make a huge difference in support of black businesses. And if that’s just how much black people can bring to black businesses think of how much everyone else can. Therefore I thought it would be a great time to shine the light on some of the local businesses that you can support. Check them out below:

Atlanta Harvest

A black owned and operated farm that supplies fresh produce and more to the community. They also work with local schools for field trips so that the kids can learn about what goes into growing your own food. They are located at  2024 Walt Stephens Road, Jonesboro, GA 30236. With hours of operation being Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday 11am to 6 pm,
Friday from 11 am to 3 pm and closed on Saturday. Check out their website https://atlantaharvest.com/ and watch the video below to see how you can support them.

Centennial Cleaners

This dry cleaning company is located at 101 Marietta St NW UNIT 110, Atlanta, GA 30303 in the Centennial Towers. They are within walking distance of Centennial Olympic Park, CNN Center, Peachtree Plaza Hotel, State Bar of Georgia and Philips Arena. So if you work close by you can always drop you clothes off before or after work or on your break. And even if you’re not close by you can take a little drive to support their business. They also offer wash and fold services, alterations and shoe repair. Check out more information on them at http://www.centennialcleaner.com/.

Slutty Vegan

This vegan restaurant located at 1542 Ralph David Abernathy Atlanta, GA 30310 usually has lines wrapped around the building. It’s a carryout style restaurant that specializes in burgers that are mmmmm…delicious and will have you licking your fingers and lips even after you’re done eating. You can’t even tell that it’s vegan. This location has been such a big hit that they have two more locations coming soon. Their hours of operation are Tue-Sat: 12PM-7:30PM. To view their menu and learn more about them visit their site https://sluttyveganatl.com/.

Celestial Spa

Get some much needed pampering at this beautiful, top rated spa. With such services as massages, facials, micro blading, micro needling, and waxing (just to name a few). They are located at 2930 Cascade Rd SW, Atlanta, GA 30311 with hours of operation being Mon – Fri: 9am – 6pm and Sat: 9am – 4pm. Check out their site for more details https://celestialspa.com/.

Posh Atlanta Cakes

Chef Surrey-Thomas whips up specialty cakes for occasions such as birthdays, weddings, holidays, bridal showers, baby showers, and anniversaries. The company offers a variety of flavors and fillings and can accommodate customers with food allergies. These custom made cakes are creative and delicious so give them a try. https://www.facebook.com/poshatlantacakes

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Citizens Trust Bank

Founded in 1921 by five black businessmen, this is one of the largest African American owned financial institutions in the nation. They offer services for the individual and for businesses. From checking and savings to credit cards and loans you can definitely find a service that works great for you. They have many locations throughout the Atlanta and greater Atlanta areas. Learn more about them at https://ctbconnect.com/.

If you are or know of any more Black Owned Businesses within the State of Georgia that we can show our support to please let us know. You can place the information in the comments below or in the comments on Facebook below this post. Thanks for your support!!!

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The Spot Coffee Shop

May 31, 2020 by The Traveling Four Leave a Comment

OMG…This Place is Delicious!

Outside view of The Spot

Every time The Traveling Four gets ready to travel on the road we always stop and get coffee. Consequently, it has become a slight tradition whether we realized it or not. Most of the time we go into a Starbucks to talk and unwind a little before we hit the road. I think the extra sugar gives us an added sugar rush to catapult us to our destination without thinking about the long drive itself.

While traveling through Alabama to get to Unclaimed Baggage, I stopped by this amazing Coffee Shop called The Spot. This establishment was really huge for a coffee shop, which made social distancing very easy. The mismatched furniture paired well with the lofty design and architecture of the building. I can envision going here for a business meeting or just to enjoy an ice cream cone with the kids.

Eclectic seating inside The Spot

Looking at the menu, I was amazed at how low the prices were compared to other coffeehouses. We ordered a brownie and 3 large drinks: one a caramel macchiato, a strawberry-banana smoothie, and a strawberry-banana, peach smoothie all for only $14. I’ve been to many coffeehouses and have spent $8 easy on one coffee beverage. Prior to visiting I hadn’t had a coffee beverage in at least two weeks…yeah, a shocker. So clearly, when that first sip of coffee hit my tongue I was in total and complete bliss. So deliciously crafted that I forgot to snap a pic of it beforehand. The strawberry-banana, peach smoothie that i stole a sip of was the absolute best smoothie flavor combination that I have ever tried, and I do mean ever.

Great spot to relax and spend a little time if you’re traveling or residing. In this instance, I found this spot while passing through, but you don’t have to take my word for it just look at their reviews.

The Spot is located at 101 Gault Avenue N, Fort Payne, Alabama 35967

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Trendiest Beach/Swim Wear

May 30, 2020 by The Traveling Four Leave a Comment

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Places are gradually re-opening just in time for that wonderfully, warm weather. And what better way to get prepared for those sun kisses than by getting your beach bag ready. Not up for the beach just yet no prob….pool time is calling as well. Even a private lake would do the trick. Just somewhere to get your feet wet and/or get your vitamin D fix. But hmm…maybe you’re not sure what to pack. You still wanna look fly even though you’re social distancing. Well not to worry I’ve got you covered. Below I’ll showcase some of what’s trending this year for beach/swim wear. These trends don’t just stop at swimsuits and trunks but extend to cover ups, hats, sunglasses, and even sundresses. There’s so much to choose from but I’ll try to narrow in on some key choices that’ll set your fun in the sun ablaze. ( Click on the image to be taken to site for purchase).

Eye catching colors and patterns

Colors that pop are always a standout during the warmer months. They somehow give us that warm feeling inside to match the warm weather outside. And let’s not forget about those playful patterns that let you really ramp up your swimwear. Here are the trending colors and patterns for this beach season:

Neon Dream

Halter Triangle Bikini Top Thong Swimsuits sold on Amazon for $21.99

Amazon Essentials Men’s Quick-Dry 9″ Swim Trunk sold for $15.50

Tantalizing Tangerine

COCOSHIP Retro One Piece Backless Bather Swimsuit High Waisted Pin Up Swimwear sold on Amazon for $27.99

Holipick Women Bikini Push Up 2 Piece Bathing Suit sold on Amazon for $19.99

Black and White Contrast

Adidas Boys Swim Trunks Boardshorts sold on Amazon for $34.99

LALAGEN Women’s Long Sleeve Sun Protection Rashguard Athletic Tankini sold on Amazon for $28.99

INTERESTPRINT Fashion Houndstooth V-Neck Women Lacing Backless One-Piece Swimsuit sold on Amazon for $29.99

Roaring Animal Print

Moda Minx Moonta Bay string tanga in multi animal print sold on ASOS for $32.00

ASOS DESIGN curve crinkle swimsuit with notch in green zebra print for $42.00

Goodstoworld Men’s Cool Swimtrunks Quick Dry 3D Printed sold on Amazon for $18.99

Glam Glitter

ASOS DESIGN runner swim shorts in metallic rose gold with contrast binding for $29.00

Women Sparkle Glitter Swimsuit sold on Amazon for $11.99

PINK ASYMMETRIC CUT OUT GLITTER SWIMSUIT sold at Pretty Little Thing for $33.00

Popping Polka Dots

Polka Dot One-Piece Rashguard Swimsuit & Sun Hat Set sold at Nordstrom for $48.00

Tempt Me High Waisted Off Shoulder Ruffled Bikini Set sold on Amazon for $25.99

Mermaid Maternity Dresskini’ Maternity Swim Top sold at Nordstrom for $69.00

Vintage Prints

ASOS DESIGN two-piece swim shorts in neon palm print short length for $26.00

China Rose 50’s Floral Ruffles Rompers Backless Bathing Suit sold on Amazon for $15.99

Hello Hats

I know most of us are looking forward to getting our tan on but too much sun can be a bummer. Therefore, shading your face from time to time from those sun kisses is a must. Here are some great choices for hats that’ll keep you looking stylish and protect that pretty face:

Visors

San Diego Hat Company Women’s Ultrabraid Visor Hat sold on Amazon for $28.45

Simplicity Women’s Summer Foldable Straw Sun Visor w/Cute Bowtie sold on Amazon for $15.99

Wide/Floppy Brim

Wide Brim Felt Bowler Fedora Floopy Wool Hat sold on Amazon for $19.85

Funky Junque Women’s Adjustable Beach Floppy Sun Hat sold on Amazon for $19.99

Lanzom Womens Wide Brim Straw Hat Floppy sold on Amazon for $17.84

Straw/Woven

FURTALK Womens Beach Sun Straw Hat sold on Amazon for $19.56

TREASURE & BOND Frayed Pattern Panama Straw Hat sold at Nordstrom for $39.00

Black Straw Bucket Hat sold on Top Shop for $8.80 (dual trend alert- bucket and straw)

Panama Jack Solid Ribbon Fedora Hat sold on Amazon for $28.00

Bucket

Baby-Kids Breathable Bucket Sun Protection Hat sold on Amazon for $15.88-$18.88

BYOS Bucket Sun Hat sold on Amazon for $13.99

Eye catching eye wear

Aviator

Ray-Ban 51mm Aviator Sunglasses sold by Nordstrom for $165.00

Carrera Hot Aviator Sunglasses sold on Amazon for $76.19

Livhò Sunglasses for Men Women Aviator UV 400 Lens Protection sold on Amazon for $9.99

Butterfly

Kyra Beautiful Sparkled Bling Butterfly Oversized Sunglasses sold on Amazon for $9.99

Tom Ford Gia 63mm Oversize Butterfly Sunglasses sold at Nordstrom for $495.00

Gucci 57mm Butterfly Shield Sunglasses sold by Nordstrom for $1,085.00

Flatbrow

GRFISIA Square Oversized Sunglasses for Women Men Flat Top sold on Amazon for $9.99

GQUEEN Fashion Designer Women Sunglasses Oversized Flat Top sold on Amazon for $11.98

ASOS EDITION square sunglasses in black with flat rhinestone brow for $11.00

Polarized

DUCO Mens Sports Polarized Sunglasses UV Protection Sunglasses for Men 8177s sold on Amazon for $18.70

WOWSUN Polarized Sunglasses for Women Vintage Retro Round Mirrored Lens sold on Amazon for $19.99

Maui Jim Orchid 56mm PolarizedPlus2® Sunglasses sold at Nordstrom for $249.99

Round

Quay Australia x Elle Ferguson Farrah 53mm Round Sunglasses sold at Nordstrom for $65.00

Ray-Ban Rb3447 Metal Round Sunglasses sold on Amazon for $154.00

Oversized

Tom Ford Miranda 68mm Open Temple Oversize Metal Sunglasses sold at Nordstrom for $430.00

SILVER OVERSIZED RESIN FRAME FADE LENS SUNGLASSES sold by Pretty Little Thing for $13.00

GAMT Oversized Square Sunglasses sold on Amazon for $7.99

Creative Crochet and Knitwear

Well, grandma’s doily is certainly getting some real competition from this trend. Check out these great choices for crochet and knitwear.

Dorina Bahamas push up swimsuit in black crochet sold by ASOS for $23.40

Stone Tie Waist Crochet Mini Skirt sold by Pretty Little Thing for $20.00

LookbookStore Women’s Crochet Lace Halter Straps Bathing Suit US 0-16 sold on Amazon for $31.99

Imily Bela Women’s Sexy Bikini Off Shoulder Lace Up Knit Swimwear sold on Amazon for $24.99

Comfy cover-ups

Kimonos

ASOS DESIGN glam frill split beach maxi kimono in animal leopard print for $21.40

New Girl Order beach cover up with sleeve drama in black sold on ASOS for $45.00

Moss Rose Women’s Beach Cover up Swimsuit Kimono sold on Amazon for $19.99

Wraps

LIENRIDY Women’s Summer Beach Wrap Skirt Cover-ups sold on Amazon for $20.99

Orange Wrap Chiffon Dress sold by Top Shop for $14.40

ASOS DESIGN premium wrap front beach cover up with neon embroidery for $25.20

Maxi Dresses

Elan Cover-Up Maxi Dress sold at Nordstrom for $74.00

Chelsea28 Lace Cover-Up Maxi Dress sold at Nordstrom for $89.00

Tunics & Kaftans

White Oversized Crochet Trim Beach Tunic sold by Pretty Little Thing for $25.00

Black Ring Trim Kaftan sold by Top Shop for $58.00

OMSJ Beach Tunic Top sold on Amazon for $18.99 – 19.99

And More

Lime Green Gingham Swim Skirt sold by Top Shop for $28.00

ASOS DESIGN MATERNITY crinkle beach cover up with channel waist for $32.00

Jeasona Women’s Bathing Suit Cover Up Crochet sold on Amazon for $18.99

Pink Jersey Ring Sarong sold by Top Shop for $40.00

ALVISH Scenic Coconut Beach Plus Size Pareo sold on Amazon for $12.49

Anatoky Women’s Chiffon Long Split Sleeve Cover up sold on Amazon for $22.99-$24.99 (Regular and Plus sizes available)

Sensational Sundresses

Girl Hawaiian Halter Dress in Hibiscus Red sold on Amazon from $19.00 – $45.00

Milumia Women’s Plus Size Cold Shoulder Floral Slit Hem Tropical Summer Maxi Dress sold on Amazon for $28.99

ASOS DESIGN Maternity button front tiered midi sundress in stripe print for $31.20

Eliza J Floral Tie Front Tiered Maxi Sundress sold at Nordstrom for $168.00

Flashy Footwear

Bigib Toddler – Kids Swim Water Shoes sold on Amazon for $11.99

Tombik Toddler Boys & Girls Beach/Pool Slides sold on Amazon for $16.99

VIFUUR Water Sports sold on Amazon from $6.68 – $19.99 (Little kids, Women, and Men)

Jack & Jones tropical flip flop sold on ASOS for $8.00 (Men)

Calvin Klein Jeans Errol logo flip flops sold on ASOS for $20.00 (Men)

Havaianas ‘Hype’ Flip Flop sold at Nordstrom for $26.00 (Men)

Adidas Men’s Adilette Shower Slides sold on Amazon from $7.65 – $60.00

NIKE Women’s Kawa Slide Sandal sold on Amazon from $29.98 – $95.85

Havianas Summer Flip Flop sold at Nordstrom for $34.00 (Women)

Ipanema glitter flip flop sandal in pink sold on ASOS for $24.00

Melissa Harmonic Bow Flip Flop sold at Nordstrom for $48.71 (Women)

Well with all this good stuff to choose from you’ll definitely need something to carry it in. Don’t worry I’ve got you covered with that also. Check out these beautiful beach bags I’ve found:

Beautiful Beach Bags

Stephen Joseph Beach Tote, Hooded Towel & Toys sold at Nordstrom for $50.00

Stephen Joseph Beach Tote, Hooded Towel & Toys sold at Nordstrom for $50.00

Dejaroo Mesh Beach Bag sold on Amazon for $21.95

Mesh Beach Tote Bag with Lightweight Fold-Up 5’x6’ Beach Blanket Mat and Built-In Picnic Cooler Bottom sold on Amazon for $31.99

JOSEKO Summer Beach Bag sold on Amazon for $33.99

OZCHIN Beach Bag XL sold on Amazon for $17.99

And let’s not forget that sunscreen

Banana Boat Sunscreen Ultra Sport Performance, Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Spray – SPF 50 – 6 Ounce Twin Pack sold on Amazon for $12.97

Neutrogena Wet Skin Kids Sunscreen Spray Mist, Water-Resistant and Oil-Free, Broad Spectrum SPF 70+ UVA/UVB Protection, Hypoallergenic, PABA-Free Non-Comedogenic, 5 oz sold on Amazon for $10.72

Well in the words of Bugs Bunny: “That’s all folks”. Hope you enjoy your time in the water or just lounging around. And don’t hesitate to share with us your fun in the sun experiences. You can even share pics to show off your sexy summer wear.

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$10 & Below Fashion Steals

May 25, 2020 by The Traveling Four Leave a Comment

Yep, I am the queen of cheap, with a little bit of shopping habit. I enjoy verbal compliments on my outfits as many of us do. I get a kick out of people’s facial reactions when I tell them how much I paid; pure astonishment and confusion.

If its below $10, looks cute, and I can fit in it…I’m buying it. I’m pretty sure there are a few more people like me that have this same problem. Not to worry you are not alone. Shoes, shirts, pants, dresses, jewelry…if it’s $10, or under I feel like I just got away with a steal.

Here you will find a list of online and in-store shops that offer those awesome $10 & below steals. If you need a little help on the fashion front, check out our Fashion 2020 forecast article.

Fashion Ten

Fashion Ten is my absolute favorite store because of the quality of the clothes in this boutique. Everything in the store is $10 or less with the exception of a few of their jeans and shoes. The clearance racks makes me extremely happy because you can find some real steals for only $5.00. In addition, they are plus-sized friendly…Absolutely Love Them!

Fashion Ten has several locations in Georgia but I am sure they will venture into other states soon. To find a location near you click on the link https://fashionten.com/pages/locations . Fashion Ten also offers online ordering for persons not residing in Georgia. Shipping is only $3 per item.

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Austin 5

Austin 5 has many mall locations including Texas, California, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Georgia and Tennessee. This store makes this list because their clothes and accessories are only $7.99 or less. I love a store with a set price, you automatically know how much everything is. You will love the styles and selections that they have in their stores, always on trend.

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Citi Trends

I will be honest in saying that the quality and name brands that Citi Trends use to sell a few years ago has gone down a little bit. With that being said you can tell they are trying to re-brand themselves… and I am loving the cheap deals they have now. The clothes here are usually under 12.99 anyways but their clearance racks always catch my attention. They have plenty of clearance racks all throughout the store which makes my attention span a little short sometimes. Shirts & pants for $3 – $5, dresses for $4 – $7. Don’t get me started on the shoes! Purses are definitely worth looking through and their $1 underwear (cute and frumpy, whatever your preference). Citi Trends has over 500 locations click the link for a complete list. https://locations.cititrends.com/index.html

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Simply 10

Looking for great fashions at a cheap price then head on over to Simply 10. Simply 10 has fashions for all body types alike. The stores are very coordinated, which is great for a person whom is not the best at styling. I call stores like these “straight off the mannequin stores”; where you can just go to one section and pick up the whole outfit and walk out. Jackets, pants, shirts and shoes perfectly stationed so you’ll always look great.

Simply 10 has 41 locations all over including Florida, Alabama, Louisiana, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, South Carolina, Ohio and a few more. For a complete list of locations check out https://simply10.com/ .

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Five Below

Five Below is a store that sells a wide variety of items including toys, electronics, perfume, small furnishings, candles etc. They also have an exceptional variety of shirts, pants, shorts, workout clothes, shoes, hats and accessories for only $5.00. This store made the list because of the quirky shirt wall and low cost shoes.

My go to store when going out of town and you need some items for the beach, or walking a board walk on a hot summer day. For Five Below locations https://locations.fivebelow.com/

5Dollarfashions.com

Clothes for 5.99 or less…who can resist that price? A great website to look through when trying to add more clothes to the wardrobe closet. This website carries all types of styles for all different types of body shapes. I am hooked more on the price of these clothes than anything. I have been purchasing from them for about 6 years now and they are as advertised. Quality of clothes are satisfactory but don’t expect high end. A lot of the items are a little more on the sheerer side, which is great for spring and summer. I haven’t returned anything so not familiar with the customer service but as far as shipping, gold star.

$10 Fashion Attic

Another pick only located in Georgia but they offer online ordering as well. This store is jam packed with savings and exceptional quality. What set’s them apart is they not only sell women’s clothing but kids clothing as well. Great one stop shop when trying to shop for back to school and be able to snag a little something for yourself. The price of these clothes you can grab a lot of little somethings. Visit their website for great savings https://thefashionattic.co/

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Rue 21

I added Rue 21 because of their surprisingly low clearance sales in-store and online. You can find amazing deals here under $10 all of the time. Rue 21 caters to women and men, & fashions are always on trend. To find a Rue 21 location near you, https://stores.rue21.com/search.html

Thrift & Consignment Stores

When trying to shop on the cheap do not forget about your local thrift and consignment shops. You can find some really good name brand steals if you know what to look for. Thrift & Consignment stores are not for everybody but the gems are amazing for the half the cost. You can always find an outfit here for less than $10.

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Impressive Online D.I.Y. Catalog

May 21, 2020 by The Traveling Four Leave a Comment

I stumbled across this find while looking for supplies on The Home Depot website, and I couldn’t resist sharing it. The Home Depot has a Do It Yourself (DIY) vault of over 200+ DIY project ideas and how-to videos to accomplish a wide array of projects. These projects include everything from how to cut drywall, to growing a garden. There are even projects that you can do with children, like making slime. Many of the individual project pages give you a list of materials and supplies needed, as well as the cut list. I was thoroughly impressed by the available projects and will use this resource in the future. Also note that The Home Depot offers in-person workshops that you can sign up for (when the semi-quarantine is over, of course).

The Traveling 4 is not affiliated with The Home Depot. I just felt this resource was too good not to share. Take a look at their full catalog of projects here. Maybe you will find something that will spark the DIY bug in you. If you do, share your projects with us below.

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Books: Traveling Four Top Picks

May 11, 2020 by The Traveling Four 1 Comment

There’s nothing like relaxing at home with a robust glass of wine and a good book to lose yourself in. Or passing the time on your commute engrossed in an intriguing novel. With technology being so advanced these days you don’t even have to worry about going out to buy a physical copy. From kindles to nooks and even kobo’s you can get your books digitally. Also, you don’t even have to have a separate device for your reading desires. With apps like Google Play Books, Goodreads, and Apple Books you can store all your favorite reads right on your smartphone. And if you aren’t into paying for books and don’t mind the digital version you are in luck also. If you’re a member of your local library you can download Overdrive Media Console to check-out free ebooks and audiobooks.

For those of you who love the feel of the paper and that new book smell, you’re still in luck. You can order just about anything online these days- books and all. Whether from well-known bookstores like Barnes and Noble or big chain retail stores like Target and Walmart. Ordering books online for at home (or wherever) delivery is just one click away. Even Amazon is right at your fingertips and awaiting your book order. But, if you’re having a hard time deciding which book you want to delve in we’ve got you covered. Below you’ll find the Traveling Four’s top picks for books that we thoroughly enjoyed.

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I have been a life-long lover of books. I have read all types from all genres, but I am particularly fond of books about history. Below, I list a few of the books I have read in the last few months that I think are worth a read.

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Me – Elton John

This book is the official autobiography of the great musician Elton John. In it, he talks about his life growing up before fame and how things changed after he became a world-renowned superstar. He does not shy away from talking in-depth about his addiction and his road toward getting clean. Also, he talks about relationships, love, marriage, and having children. I read this book shortly after its release, and I loved it. I learned so much about Elton John’s life; it felt like catching up with an old friend.

Mom & Me & Mom – Maya Angelou

In this book, the legendary author Maya Angelou talks in-depth about the relationship that she had with her mother. She writes about the memorable stories that they shared from childhood through adulthood and how their relationship evolved. Her mother, Vivian Baxter, helped to shape the woman Maya became, and I loved reading about their journey. I highly recommend reading this book.

The Bluest Eye – Toni Morrison

Read it, will read it again. I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It was published in 1970, but it felt fresh like it could have been written recently. That’s the magic of Toni Morrison. Her writings are timeless. I highly recommend The Bluest Eye, the tragedy of Pecola’s plight will leave you captivated until the last page.

I have mostly been into poetry. Here are some books that I recommend:

The Sun and her Flowers by Rupi Kaur

It’s a good read for anyone that can relate to raw, unapologetic emotions. Rupi Kaur is one of my favorite poets as of now.

Wild Beauty by Ntozake Shange

Another raw emotional, unapologetic read. Along the lines of the style of poetry similar to Rupi Kaur, although culturally different both poets are great with this style. 

What We Meant to Say by Marie Anzalone

A bilingual read with poems in both English and Spanish. This book is about battling depression, social injustice, and love. A new read for me, but very intriguing. 

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Too Heavy A Yolk by Chanequa Walker-Barnes

Of course I am going to show some bias because the author is family. She has paved a lane all her own by being a pastor-theologian and an acclaimed psychologist. In this book the author delves into the history and ideology of the strong black woman persona. This book is just not for African American women but for all women.

The Savvy Sistas

I love books by Brenda Jackson. I love books with great imagery that allow you to let loose and fantasize. If you are looking for a good book filled with romance, lies and secrets then this is for you.

The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren

Many may be wondering during these times what their purpose in life might be. Also, wondering how do they discover this purpose and how do they fulfill it. This is a great read for those looking for spiritual guidance. Warren takes you on a 40 day journey that unlocks the answers to those questions. At the end you should have a better understanding of what God’s purpose is for your life.

The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion

This novel follows a genetics professor (Don Tillman) on his quest for love. Tillman is educated, in good health and financially stable but still has a hard time finding that special someone. After discussing this dilemma with his best friend he decides to create a questionnaire which he calls “The Wife Project”. The questionnaire should help single out women that meet his criteria for a mate. Amid this project he meets Rosie who doesn’t fit his criteria but who he is drawn to.

This novel is funny, romantic and intellectually intriguing. It is a part of a three novel series by this author. Namely the follow up novels are the Rosie Effect and the Rosie Result.

If you decide to read any of these books and would like to share your thoughts on them please feel free to do so in the comments. And if you have any other suggestions that you would like to share you can also list those in the comments. Thanks in advance for sharing with us! We hope you enjoy these book choices.

Movies: Traveling Four Top Picks

April 24, 2020 by The Traveling Four Leave a Comment

During these unprecedented times where we’re all spending more time indoors our TV’s are definitely getting a lot of use. But figuring out what to indulge in may be a bit difficult. From Netflix to Prime, as well as Apple TV and your local cable company the choices are endless. One thing that we always look at when we pick something to watch is the movie trailer. Trailers give you a great insight on what to expect. Although they tend to show you some of the best parts of the show to reel you in.

Another thing we like to look at when considering what to watch are the reviews. Seeing how others rated the shows and even reading some of their comments gives you an even better idea of what to expect. And hopefully there aren’t any spoilers in the comments. The honest opinions of viewers on what they thought about the show is very insightful. This is why we thought it would be a good idea to give our recommendations on movies we liked. And not only recommend but give a brief description of what the show is about (like a written trailer). Also, letting our readers know why we recommend these movies in hopes that it’ll make choosing something good easier. So here they are- THE TRAVELING FOUR’S TOP MOVIE PICKS– during this semi-quarantine.

Green Book

Green Book is based on a true story and follows an Italian American bouncer who ends up temporarily out of work. He gets the opportunity to work as a driver/bodyguard for an African American world class concert pianist. The pianists is about to embark on a tour of the Deep South where segregation is still amidst. This movie explores their journey together and brings to light both the similarities and differences of both cultures.

I liked this movie because it touched on a lot of the cultural barriers we still face in the world today. But this movie didn’t only focus on the not so great things that plague our society. It also brought to light the true spirit of humanity and how “love/true friendship” can concur all.

Alita: Battle Angel

This movie is based on a 1990s series called Gunnm that was by Japanese manga artist Yukito Kishiro’s. Gunnm also had a video animation adaptation in 1993 called Battle Angel prior to this 2018 movie adaptation. In the 2018 movie a portion of a cyborg (Alita) is found in a scrapyard by a cyber doctor named Ido. Ido proceeds to patch Alita up and keep her as his own. With no initial memory of her past Alita sets out to find some purpose in her new life. She soon learns that everything is not what it seems and that she is part of a bigger picture in this futuristic world.

If you are into animation and CGI, as well as action/adventure movies you’ll like this one. It’s gives you all the action packed, edge of your seat grittiness infused with a great story line. This film is fun for the entire family!

Expedition Happiness 

This is a documentary style movie about a couple and their dog on a road trip across the US in a converted school bus. I have always been interested in refurbished bus/van living for travel. During quarantine this will take your mind away from the four walls. (This is a German film with some English).

Star Wars

Now is the time to watch them all. All of the Star Wars movies are available on Disney+ and there is no better time than now to binge. Star wars is a space opera based on the galactic struggle between the heroic rebellion (Jedi) and the evil empire/first order. If you are a fan of the Marvel or DC movie series I think that you would also like the Star Wars Series. There are a total of eleven star wars films (including SOLO and Rogue One). You can read more about all the movies here https://www.starwars.com/films. Also here is a compilation trailer to give you a taste of what the movies are all about:

The Sun is Also a Star

I absolutely love romance titles…anything romantic I am here for it. This movie was based off of the young adult novel “Everything, Everything”, written by Nicola Yoon. Jamaican born Natasha whom is living in New York, has just found out her family is about to be deported in 24 hours. She is trying everything in her power to help her family plead their case to immigration. She is given information of a person that can potentially help. While following the lead, she accidentally meets Daniel. Natasha who lives on the premise that she does not believe in love is propositioned by Daniel. I loved this movie but the ending will make you sad.

6 Underground

6 Underground gives you excitement, action, comedy and romance all in one. If you are a Ryan Reynolds fan then you will definitely enjoy this action packed thriller. Ryan is delivering typical Ryan in this movie, so do not look for seriousness…only fun. This film was cast perfectly for the roles portrayed in this movie. 6 Underground is a Netflix original and a great movie to watch while sitting idle.

Downton Abbey

Who doesn’t love a good period piece?… Downton Abbey was a popular PBS series created by Julian Fellows that follows the lives of the Crawley family and the people who work for them. This series continued for 6 seasons before it ended and fans everywhere (including me) were not ready to see it go away. The Downton Abbey movie takes us back to the Crawley’s at a time where everything is changing drastically. And, to the surprise of everyone, the King is coming for a visit! You get to catch up with old favorites and see the emotional ups and downs of the family as they prepare for this festive occasion. So, if you’re looking for something entertaining to watch, I highly recommend Downton Abbey. The setting, the costumes, the characters all will leave you wanting more. Take a look at the trailer below.

Poetic Justice

I have been watching a lot of classic films during this time of semi-quarantine. With that, one that I continue to go back to is Poetic Justice. This movie was created in the early 1990s and stars some of my favorite entertainers, Janet Jackson, Tupac Shakur, Regina King, and even has an appearance from Maya Angelou. Poetic Justice is about a woman named Justice who goes on a road trip, from LA to Oakland, with her friend. During this road trip, she meets Lucky (Tupac Shakur) and the emotional rollercoaster begins. If you’ve never seen it, I think you should check it out.

Well, we definitely hope you enjoy these movies just as much as we did. And if you do please don’t hesitate to leave a comment below letting us know. We’d love to hear if and why you also liked these movie picks. Also, even if you don’t you can tell us why. And if you have any other recommendations leave those in the comments as well. Lastly, enjoy!

Aloe Vera Conditioning Spray

April 20, 2020 by The Traveling Four Leave a Comment

Why aloe is beneficial

Aloe Vera has been widely used for centuries by many different cultures for both medicinal and cosmetic purposes. Because the plant contains many vitamins, minerals and antioxidants it has many different health benefits. Everything from the lowering of blood sugar to use as a mouthwash and laxative are just some of its health benefits. But this powerhouse plant is also great for healing the skin and conditioning your hair. Compounds within aloe aid in the production of collagen, elastin and keratin. Collagen, elastin and keratin are some of the main components found in skin, hair and nails. Because of this aloe helps heal sun burn, tightens skin, stops nails from being brittle and moisturizes skin/hair.

Why I use it

Every year I usually do a “big chop” of my hair and rock a cute short style. I recently decided to not do the “big chop” and grow my hair out naturally. Growing my hair out is usually not an issue as it tends to grow pretty quickly. The struggle for me is keeping it natural, meaning not using relaxers or other chemical products in my hair. Aside from when I was a kid/preteen and always had my hair “natural” this has always been a struggle for me. My hair gets extremely dry and brittle whenever I try to go all the way natural. It also tends to shed a ton and gets really frizzy.

My family is Caribbean and therefore always has some natural remedy for something, LOL!!! My mom just recently told me about her using ratchet more commonly known as the prickly pear cactus in my dad’s hair. She used the gel within its leaves as a conditioner and hair grower for his dreads. Armed with this new information I decided to research it a bit more. My research revealed that many of the same compounds within the gel of the prickly pear were the same as those of the gel in the aloe. Being that I already had an aloe plant I decided to try it out in my hair and see if it would work.

DIY ALOE VERA CONDITIONING SPRAY

* Always test out a small sample of any product to be used in and on your body to ensure that no adverse reactions occur. If you have an allergy to any product discussed in this article please avoid using it. For some people aloe vera can be slightly itchy. If for any reason you experience discomfort with this Aloe Vera Conditioning Spray please discontinue use.

What you’ll need

spray bottle, glass bowl, colander, aloe leaf, knife, cutting board
  • Aloe Leaf (can be purchased at your local grocer or farmer’s market)
    • Interested in growing your own aloe plant check out this article http://www.thetraveling4.com/home-garden/easy-indoor-plants/
  • Spray Bottle (Beauty Supply Store, Dollar Store, Walmart etc)
  • Glass Bowl
  • Hand Colander or Rice Strainer
  • Cutting Board
  • Sharp Knife

Preparation of Aloe Leaf

To prepare the aloe leaf wash it with warm to hot water and remove any labeling that was attached. Then you will need to trim the spiky edges and cut off the edge that was attached to the plant. (See images below)

Thirdly, I cut the skinnier end off of the aloe leaf and wrapped foil around the cut end to store (refrigerated) it for use later on. Next cut the remainder of the leaf into several smaller sections (as shown below).

aloe leaf cut into quarters

Now you can proceed to cut the smaller sections in half lengthwise to expose the jelly like substance (gel) inside of the leaf. (Pictured Below)

Aloe leaf quarter cut in half

Removing the gel

BE CAREFUL THE GEL INSIDE IS VERY SLIPPERY- it’s best to do this step over the colander/strainer. The jelly like substance (gel) is what you extract the aloe juice from. You can separate the inside from the outer skin by using a knife. This can be done by cutting close to outer skin (the dark green outer layer) in a semi-circular fashion. Subsequently this allows you to get most of the gel without leaving too much on the skin. A spoon can also be used to scoop out the gel from inside the leaf.

Jelly inside of aloe leaf

You can save the skin to make aloe oil with by wrapping it in foil and placing it in the refrigerator. Usually I combine my aloe oil with olive oil. I pour some extra virgin olive oil into a non stick pan and heat it at medium temperature. Once heated I add the aloe skins to the pan and turn down the heat slightly. I cover the pan and let this continue to heat for about 10-15 minutes. The heat will extract the oil from the aloe leaves. After the 10-15 minutes turn off the heat and allow the mixture to cool. Once cool you can strain the oils into a mason jar and store in a cool dry place.

Extracting the juice

THIS IS WHERE IT GETS MESSY! Extracting the juice from the gel is a hands on job…literally. You will need to take you hand and squeeze the gel repeatedly over the colander. Thereby breaking up the gel and squeezing the juice out of it. While this step is eewy goey it’s the best way to get the pure juice out of the leaf.

If you’ve squeezed all you can and feel like you don’t have enough juice you can try a very light blend. To do this pour the remainder gel into the cup of a blender or magic bullet. Give it a brief blend on the lowest speed to help break up the pieces more. This consequently will make it easier to get more juice out. Pour the blended gel back into the colander/strainer and proceed to squeeze more juice out. At this point, if the gel bits are small enough you can squish them with a spoon.

Once all the juice is out of the gel and strained into the glass bowl you can pour it into the spray bottle. I like to place a strainer with smaller holes over the opening of the spray bottle before pouring in the juice. This will strain out any gel bits that got through the larger holes of the rice strainer/colander. Lastly, add a few drops to a teaspoon full of apple cider vinegar to the conditioning spray. Doing this will increase how long the juice will last without going bad. Also, refrigerating the juice will increase it’s shelf life.

Spray Bottle with aloe vera juice

Uses for the Aloe Vera Conditioning Spray

I use this conditioning spray as a leave in conditioner on my hair. Normally I use this on wash days after I shampoo and condition my hair. This spray can also be used as the liquid in the L.O.C. (Liquid, Oil, Cream) method for moisturizing hair. Also the aloe/olive oil combination I spoke of earlier can be used as the Oil in the L.O.C method. But even if you don’t follow any specific method with your hair this spray is great for moisturizing those locks. Whether you use it after washing your hair or in between washes the aloe juice will give shine and moisture to your hair. It will also help strengthen the hair strands and prevent breakage.

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Organizational Tips to Maximize Productivity

April 14, 2020 by The Traveling Four Leave a Comment

In today’s on-the-go lifestyle, a person can easily become overwhelmed with the many to do list that life throws at us. Certainly, the will to becoming organized can seem like a monumental task, whereas the act of being productive becomes an afterthought. Unquestionably, being unorganized and being unproductive for the most part go hand and hand. If you ever feel insurmountable pressure to want to start anew, start with getting organized.

Before you can tackle any mess, you need to assess what it is that you need to organize. Sounds simple, right? Unfortunately, this is the step that can cause you the most mental desolation. Notably, fear of not knowing where to start or what steps you should take to make your life align can be unnerving. With a little direction and help we can tackle that mess together.

It is important to start small in order to not overwhelm yourself. My personal suggestion is to do these steps slowly, one at a time. Consequently, if you work at something constantly for 30 days it starts to become routine…that is the goal, to make it a routine!

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Declutter

Decluttering is the first step to organizing your life. Purging and reducing clutter that surrounds your everyday life can feel like a figurative cleanse to the body. Follow these helpful steps to help you declutter:

  1. Identify Areas of Clutter – this can be closets, mail tables, offices, virtually any area that collects anything in excess.
  2. Put Things in There Landing Spot – this step sounds easy but it can be the hardest. Not everything that we purchase has a designated spot. In this step you are creating areas for every item in your space.
  3. Reality Check – Use the Decluttering Rule of Thumb: If you haven’t seen it, used it, or wore it within 2 years get rid of it. Ask yourself the honest questions “Do I really need this?“, “Am I going to use it in the near future?“, “Does it look good in this space?” & be truthful with yourself.
  4. Donate Items Rather Than Sell – Saying that you are going to sell something, just gives you an excuse to let the item sit. Making you question the reason you are selling it in the first place. Cut the strings of this vicious cycle…by donating you kill the sentimental attachment. It’s like ripping off an old band-aid.
  5. Re-purpose – some sentimental items that we don’t want to depart with that don’t necessarily fit in your life can be purposed for something more useful.

Calendar/planner

With everything that is going on in your head it’s easy for you to forget an important birthday or due date. One of the common factors to being unproductive can be associated with misplaced time management. A calendar or planner can be your saving grace with time management. Failure to plan your day out can make you less responsive and unproductive. The purpose is to work smarter and not harder.

  1. First step is to choose one calendar/planner. This can be an actual calendar, cellphone calendar, email calendar, or daily planner.
  2. Next you will want to create a reminder system for yourself.
  3. Plan out at least 6 hours of your day on a regular, this step does not have to be in sequential order.
  4. Plan everything- birthdays, anniversaries, meetings, school events, social events, medical appointments, work events, workouts, travels, bills & expenses, due dates, holidays, etc.

BHAG

Goals are essential in becoming productive. If you have nothing to strive for the less likely you’ll want to accomplish anything. BHAG is an acronym that stands for Big Hairy Audacious Goals. This is a chance for you to list the ordinary and extraordinary goals that you have for yourself. The physical list just helps you visualize the goals daily. Therefore, you will want to hang this list somewhere that is easily visible to you daily. Of course, goals are ever changing and evolving each day, so don’t look at this list as a daunting task hanging over your head that you will never accomplish. Look at it as a list to say this is where I am in my life and this is where I know I belong.

Pick clothes out for the week

You can easily spend 20 minutes every morning staring at the millions of clothes in your closet trying to figure out what you want to wear for that day. One day out of the week, preferably after laundry day, pick out an outfit for each day. Outfit meaning- clothes, shoes, and accessories. The time that you are not using to pick out clothes you can use to squeeze in a quick morning exercise, tie up loose ends in a presentation, pray/meditate, etc.

Plan Ahead Meals

Pick one day out of the week to plan your meals for the entire week. Likewise, you can take it a step further by preparing a meal plan for the entire month. Make a full menu of the items that you are going to prepare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Don’t forget to plan snacks, and desserts. Doing this helps take the stress out of the “what’s for dinner” question and creates an effective plan of action. Planned meals help formulate budget friendly grocery list, and aid in making healthier meal choices.

Another good tip is to pre-prep your meals ahead of time. Chopping, marinading, pre-portioning can all be done ahead of time. Utilize that Tupperware that has been collecting dust, or Ziploc bags for fridge/freezer staples. Do not forget to label and date your meals.

File Cabinet/Storage

A file cabinet is a great purchase when you have exasperated all drawers and hiding places available with mountains of paper. Placing things neatly in a file cabinet keeps them out of the way but also easily accessible. The only needed items to get started are hanging file folders, file folders, and a file cabinet. Simplicity is the key here. You don’t want to over complicate your labeling system. Here are a few labeling suggestions:

Helpful Filing Categories

Medical Documents – Health Insurance information, Medical bills/claims, Health Care Expenses

Important Documents– Marriage License, Birth Certificates, Social Security Cards, Passports, Power of Attorney, Will, Death Certificates, Car Payments, Car Titles

Finance – Bank Statements, W-2’s/ 1099, Tax Documents, 401 K information, Investment Accounts Info, Student Loan Confirmations, Mortgage, Personal/Business Loans, Important Receipts

Education – Degrees/Diplomas, Transcripts, Report Cards, School rewards, Academic Achievements

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Cleaning Schedule

Organizing is all about cleaning and prioritizing. Unfortunately, you’re not being productive if you’re spending all your free time cleaning and not seeing a result. A cleaning schedule is all about making your regimen manageable and effective. Start by picking a day that you will perform certain task, like laundry and let that be your specific day for that task. Try to make cleaning fun by turning on the music, create a game, or get the family involved.

Labels

Labels help you to create organized landing areas for items that would normally just sit on a counter. Using them can help you to consolidate products in one container. For example, if they have a sale on cereal, of which you purchase 3 boxes. You can take those boxes and place in one airtight sealed container to help eradicate counter clutter.

Labels help make things easier to read and understand. For instance, your pill bottles, use generic names to help you easily identify what is in each pill bottle. Try not to over label. When organization you may want to put a label on everything. Be practical, everything does not need a label. Case in point, if you have 3 thumbtacks there is no need to label a drawer for 3 thumbtacks.

Create a Budget

Creating a budget helps you track your spending and income. Budgets come in all shapes & sizes. Furthermore, I have learned that what works for some, may not work for others. Undoubtedly, you’ve heard people complain “I don’t know where my money went“… that’s because they haven’t developed a budget.

First, figure out how you are going to create your budget. Whether it be by making a spreadsheet, downloading a budget app, using your bank features to help you track your spending, or good ole’ fashion pen and paper. Second, follow these basic steps to finish the task:

  1. Determine all sources of viable income
  2. Create a list of all monthly expenses, including any estimated expenses like grocery budgets and gas for the week
  3. Subtract income from expenses. If you have a surplus, that’s a good starting point. If not determine what expenses can be reduced.
  4. Create a separate list for debt that you are not paying on monthly (i.e., medical bills)
  5. Use the snowball effect to reduce debt
  6. Always adjust your budget as needed. Refer back to your budget constantly to help keep you on track.

Don’t overcomplicate it

Unfortunately, it is easy for you to over complicate organizing. Sometimes we develop a system, and then go back in to develop another system because the first didn’t work out as planned. If this happens, take a step back and assess what it was that didn’t work for you. Try not to compound various complex methods in one. For instance, using color coding, with an alphabetized system and over labeling. This just puts you back in an unproductive space all over again.

The objective of these tips are for you to free up time that probably wasn’t there before. Your time is valuable, so of course you want it to be maximized in every way imaginable. By being organized you gain focus from unnecessary distractions and pave a way for productivity.

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Incredible Offers Online While Social Distancing

April 9, 2020 by The Traveling Four Leave a Comment

If you are at home, during this time of social distancing, looking for things to do, we are here to help you out. Companies all over the country have been offering discounts and free services to keep you busy during this uncertain time. Below are some fantastic offers we have come across online that you can take advantage of (click on the headings to be taken to their websites).

Nikon School Online

Throughout April, take advantage of Nikon’s online photography courses for Free.

First up for #CreatorsHour? All Nikon School Online courses are free for the month of April so you can keep learning and growing at home all month long: https://t.co/7MDDhYqm9U

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Cirque Du Soleil

If you have ever wanted to visit Cirque Du Soleil and never had the chance, now you can watch exclusive content from the comfort of your home for Free.

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Our Cirque du Soleil shows offer an escape from everyday life through delight and whimsy… Today, we bring you the launch of #CirqueConnect, your access to the Cirque du Soleil content hub, all in one place. Exercise the #CirqueWay, learn new makeup techniques, dive into VR, or entertain your kids with exclusive videos just for them.  Link in bio to watch now!

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Broadway HD

Are you missing the theater? Well, watch some of your favorite Broadway shows online through the Broadway HD subscription service. They have a 7-day free trial if you want to see what it is all about first.

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We could not be prouder to partner with @berkeleyrep & @actsanfrancisco and bring these productions to their patrons. Thank you @nytimes for spotlighting us!

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Beachbody On Demand

Beachbody is offering some free fitness courses as well as samples from some of their most popular programs. It is a great way to stay active while at home.

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No day, but today. 💙⁣ ⁣ #TeamBeachbody #Motivational

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Coursera

With Coursera, you can take a variety of courses (some free) offered by some of the top universities and companies all over the world.

To help during this critical time, we’re launching a central resource with free courses, interesting course collections, community discussions, and relevant expert interviews. https://t.co/5rEcBYQDiC [2/3] #CourseraTogether

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ServSafe

Now through April 30th, hospitality workers can take Free food safety courses online through ServSafe.

Reinforce safe food handling with FREE training! Now available NEW training videos – ServSafe Delivery and ServSafe Takeout.

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Best Downtime Movies to Watch While Traveling

March 23, 2020 by The Traveling Four Leave a Comment

After a great day of sightseeing, you arrive to your hotel room to unwind. What better way to unwind than with a good movie? No one wants to spend hours upon hours swiping through title after title to find the best movie. So, The Traveling 4 has compiled a list of movies to keep you and your family entertained while traveling.

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Travel Movies

Family Movies

Comedy Movies

Action Movies

Romantic Movies

Scary Movies

Suspense Movies

TV Series

Travel Movies

Movies comprised of travel gives you motivation to want to explore, sight see and let loose on your own vacation. Travel movies are filled with inspiration that make you want to venture out of the ordinary. They can encourage you to find yourself or provide a little persuasion to help get you into a good mischief.

  • RV
  • We’re the Miller’s
  • Eat Pray Love
  • Into the Wild
  • National Lampoon’s Vacation
  • Road Trip
  • Snatched
  • EuroTrip
  • Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
  • Harold and Kumar
  • Blues Brothers
  • Bucket List
  • The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel
  • Wine Country
  • The Commuter
  • Away We Go
  • Johnson Family Vacation
  • Like Father
  • The Tourist

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Family Movies

While traveling with family, it can be hard to find movies that interest everyone. Everyone is into their own thing and it can be hard to maintain the attentiveness of smaller children. Family movies provide us with all genre’s at once; comedy, action, suspense and romance to excite the whole family. Or at the very least put on a family movie to put the smaller ones to bed after a long day of wandering.

  • Transformers
  • Avengers
  • The Good Dinosaur
  • The Land Before
  • Batman
  • Boss Baby
  • Captain America
  • The Secret Life of Pets
  • Angry Birds
  • Big Momma House
  • Space Jam
  • Good Burger
  • The Incredibles
  • Stuart Little
  • Lego Movie
  • Uncle Buck
  • Richie Rich
  • Wreck it Ralph
  • Uncle Drew
  • Look Who’s Talking
  • A Cinderella Story
  • Forest Gump
  • I am Sam
  • Iron Man
  • Real Steel
  • Chappie
  • Thor
  • Men in Black
  • Spider Man
  • Pokemon
  • Paws to the Rescue
  • Big Hero 6
  • Toy Story
  • Lion King
  • Bug’s ‘Life
  • Ant’s
  • Penguins of Madagascar
  • Bob the Builder
  • Horton Hears a Who
  • Shawn the Sheep
  • Wonder Park
  • Benji
  • The Lorax
  • Duck Duck Goose
  • Goosebumps
  • Gnome Alone
  • Godzilla
  • The Gnome
  • Sherlock Gnomes
  • Ghost Busters
  • Hotel Transylvania
  • Mary Poppins
  • District 9
  • Bolt
  • Rango
  • Ferdinand
  • Coco
  • Small Foot
  • Abominable
  • Despicable Me

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Comedy Movies

Nothing like a good laugh to keep the good times rolling. Comedy can inspire fun conversations and jokes while traveling. Some people say that laughter is the best medicine and with this list you can see why.

  • Malibu’s Most Wanted
  • White Chicks
  • Friday
  • Super Troopers
  • Step Brothers
  • Talladega Nights
  • Rush Hour
  • Next Day Air
  • Hustlers
  • Deadpool
  • Hall Pass
  • Search Party
  • Night School
  • Grandma’s Boy
  • BridesMaids
  • The Other Guys
  • Scary Movie
  • Bruce Almighty
  • Little
  • Guess Who
  • Bad Mom’s Christmas
  • The Mask
  • Fifty Shades of Black
  • Hot Chick
  • Happy Gilmore
  • Billy Madison
  • Car Wash
  • The Jerk
  • Semi Pro
  • Tropic Thunder
  • Masterminds

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Action Movies

Action movies bring out the adventurer in you while traveling. Looking for a good fight scene, maybe a thrilling shoot out, or just something to jolt the heart a little. This section is jammed pack with all of your favorite action scenes.

  • John Wick
  • Mr. & Mrs Smith
  • The Take
  • Red
  • The Brother
  • Blood and Bone
  • The Shooter
  • Faster
  • Shoot Em Up
  • Equalizer 1 & 2
  • Takers
  • Superfly
  • Fast and the Furious
  • Mile 22
  • The Meg
  • Fight Club
  • Armageddon
  • Transporter
  • Wild Card
  • The Hateful Eight
  • Robin Hood
  • Blood Brother
  • Rise of the Planet Apes
  • Venom
  • Predator
  • Judge Dredd
  • Demolition Man
  • Blade
  • Underworld
  • Red Sparrow
  • Hell Boy
  • Die Hard
  • Crank

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Romantic Movies

My personal all time favorite genre is romance movies. I am a stickler for anything revolving around stories of love. The suspense of who ends up with who and how they came to be is exciting. Any travel location can become your own memorable love story. Depending on where you’re traveling you may find that romance you’ve been looking for just like in the movies.

  • My Last Day Without You
  • Between the Lights
  • Irreplaceable You
  • The Mountain Between Us
  • When in Rome
  • Home Again
  • A Star is Born
  • What Men Want
  • Bedazzled
  • Over Board
  • The Sun is Also A Star
  • Steel Magnolia’s
  • Hateship Loveship
  • The Perfectionist
  • Five Feet Apart
  • No Strings Attached
  • Sex and the City 1 & 2
  • My Girl
  • Burlesque
  • Forever My Girl
  • Return to Me
  • Silver Linings Playbook
  • The Notebook
  • Hitch
  • Good Luck Chuck
  • Pearl in Paradise
  • Dear John
  • Mr. Right
  • The Vow
  • Ever After
  • The Ugly Truth
  • Heaven Can Wait
  • Mermaids
  • Chocolat
  • Country Strong
  • Tell it to the Bees
  • You, Again
  • Jason’s Lyric
  • Belle
  • Southside With You
  • Rust Creek

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TV Series

Sometimes the weather can put a damper on your plans that will cause you to be stuck in your hotel room for a few more hours than planned. At those times it’s best to binge watch a good tv series.

  • Slasher
  • Son’s of Anarchy
  • All American
  • Scandal
  • Stranger Things
  • Good Girls
  • Any Given Sunday
  • Hoarders
  • Marianne
  • On My Block
  • Marlon
  • The Witcher
  • The Rain
  • Supernatural
  • I am a Killer
  • Love Sick
  • Law and Order
  • Law and Order SVU
  • Ozark
  • Keeping up with the Kardashians
  • Weeds
  • Breaking Bad
  • Prison Break
  • Black Summer
  • Chopped
  • Black Mirror
  • Queen of the South
  • NCIS
  • Blacklist
  • Ace of Spades
  • When They See Us
  • Jane the Virgin
  • Botched
  • Charmed
  • House
  • Grey’s Anatomy
  • This is Us
  • Glee
  • Pose

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Scary Movies

For the most part, a good scary movie can have you sleeping like a baby while traveling. Here are a few Horrors to have you peaking over the covers.

  • Conjuring
  • Insidious
  • Dawn of the Dead
  • Day of the Dead
  • Hellraiser
  • The Curse of La Llorona
  • The Quiet place
  • US
  • Texas Chainsaw Massacre
  • Jeeper’s Creepers
  • Carrie
  • Winchester
  • Truth or Dare
  • Zombie Land
  • Black Christmas
  • Child’s Play
  • Happy Death Day 2 U
  • Happy Death Day
  • Prodigy
  • The Hills Have Eyes
  • Wrong Turn
  • Nightmare on Elm Street
  • Dracula
  • Poltergeist
  • Night off the Living Dead
  • Scream
  • Candyman
  • The Ring
  • Annabelle
  • The Grudge Part 1
  • The Forrest
  • Dead Silence
  • The Woman in Black
  • The Omen
  • The Possession of Hannah Grace
  • See No Evil
  • The Strangers
  • JessaBelle
  • Critters

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Thriller/Suspense

  • Searching
  • Final Destination
  • The Purge
  • The Intruder
  • Training Day
  • Out of Time
  • Resident Evil
  • Kill Bill Vol.1 &2
  • Columbiana
  • Hostage
  • Beowulf
  • 300
  • Gang Related’
  • Cabin in the Woods
  • Devil’s Rejects
  • Unfriended
  • Jigsaw
  • Pet Cemetery
  • Alien
  • I Spit on Your Grave
  • Hostel
  • The Belko Experiment
  • Silent Hill
  • The House on the Left
  • The Good Son
  • Menace to Society

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