Scratch Off Map Poster

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My 10 year old daughter has now gone a number of fun trips with us, is learning more and more about the world and how everything relates and becoming quite the travel enthusiast. So I decided to finally get her on of those Scratch Off Maps I have seen over the last few years. It will be a super fun way for her to document her travels and daydream about future trips, all the while getting a better sense geography wise.

I researched and researched and have decide to go with a Landmass World Map. I wanted a world map that also included the US States and Canadian Provinces. This Landmass Scratch Off Map also comes with stickers to further annotate your map. But one of my favorite features is that they also see a magnetic wood frame for the maps making it easy to hang, yet still open for future scratching.

The combo would make a fun, educational and interactive gift for any child or really anyone who loves to travel.

The 17x24 Map is $28.79 and the corresponding hanger is $29.99.

Adopt a plant on the Highline (NYC)

The High Line draws millions of visitors each year and though I have walked it hundreds of times, it still amazes me every time, especially in the early morning when it is quiet.

If you are looking for a special gift with a special meaning for anyone who loves the High Line, whether they fell in love on a trip or as a local, let me suggest adopting a plant on the High Line! Contributions "go directly toward ensuring that the High Line's plantings continue to thrive in all seasons."

Options range from $25 to $150 for different plant types. Each adoption comes with Certificate of Adoption, a postcard set of the plant and either a grass pen or a pack of High Line seed bombs depending on the adoption level. On the site you can even read about where on the High Line you can find the plants. 

TriggerPoint GRID Foam Roller

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Anyone who gets sore or tight muscles, whether it be from the gym or just daily life, would benefit from foam rolling to increase blood flow to muscles and work out knots. This one from Trigger Point is excellent. I use it almost daily! Quickly pre-workout to warm up and then slowly if I have any soreness later in the day.

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