Packing for a big trip - Part 1

We are off to Italy for my brothers wedding. We are looking forward to visiting the amalfi coast and enjoying the food and wine and of couse celebrating their marriage. Our flight is a day away and oh my is there a lot to pack when traveling with a baby. I've talked with many moms this summer about their preparations and now I know first hand. 

Over the next few days I plan to share some of my travel tips with our readers and pass along a few we've received from our vacationers.

First tip: load the iPad with lots of apps and movies! I'm already on it. I just need to remember the converter for the layover in Rome. We can't run out of battery during an episode of Sesame Street. Thanks to Katie and Kelly for that great tip.

Relax And Halloween

Toga out of a bed sheet!  Pretty!

Relax is normally associated with Summer at the shore; but we have Halloween on our mind! Ghosts, togas and other costumes can all be made from simple items at home or (in our case) in inventory.  Check out our Pinterest page for ideas.
With hundreds and hundreds of sheets and towel sets in stock - we can't help to think about all the fun we can have this halloween.

I particularly love the toga idea as pictured on right. I think I would probably wear that all year round.

From Beach To Petting Zoo

We had a great time visiting Atlantic Farms petting zoo on Monday.  We've driven by many times and have seen the goats and cows from the car but we've never stopped until now.

I have no idea why we've waited so long for a visit.  The baby and I enjoyed walking around to see the goats, sheep, ostriches,
 donkey and miniature horse.   We also got a delicious pie from the farmers market.  Next time we will take a hay ride to the pumpkin patch.

Vacationer tip:  Atlantic Farms is open for most of the year.  If its overcast and not the best beach day - go visit the petting zoo.  Whenever you decide to go, head over to Hinck's Turkey farm for a Thanksgiving-like meal afterwards.

Red bank - jersey shore?

When we moved to red bank back in 2003 we were so excited to be at the jersey shore. jersey shore? Coming from north jersey and my husband from the Cherry Hill area we definitely considered the "Rb" the shore. We were a mere 10 min from

Sea Bright without getting on the parkway! We were thrilled to be able to walk to town, the NYC train and be so close to the beach.

We still love our trips to the Rb even though we are now a bit closer to the beach.  This week we were there 3 times! We went to the galleria, nirvana to shop, broadway diner and to the count Basie for the Robert Hunter concert. We even ran into out friend, dori, who owns the Wooley Monmouth.

Vacationer tip: For those wanting the best of both beach and hip city like town - red bank is the best!  If u are visiting points north of seaside - it's a short drive. Check out the antique spots and art galleries. 

Homeowner Services

Summer may have just ended but the Jersey Shore is already gearing up for the next season.  Realty offices up and down the shoreline are currently working with homeowners to set their 2014 Summer rental rates. We are here for homeowners looking to  make their home more relaxing and enjoyable for their guests!   We offer homeowner discounts for linen rentals and can provide a list of references for homeowners interested in our services.

To learn more, visit our website

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Is it really October?!

The weather has been perfect this week at the Jersey Shore. We definitely enjoyed yesterday's weather so much that we promise we will not complain on a freezing cold day in January. The beach in Manasquan was pretty busy considering it was a school and work day.  We spent some time walking the beach, sitting on the beach, birthday shopping at brave new world and picking up cannolis

at joe leones! 

Funny Expression

I was talking a family friend earlier today about Relax and the need for vacationers to either bring or rent linens and towels on their vacation.  He made me laugh when he suggested a new motto for us "Call Relax To Make Your Summer 2014 Reservation Or You'll Be Sheet Out Of Luck!"  I'll have to remember that one :)