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Promising review: "Great quality, light, perfect totravelwith. Loved it so much, gave it as a gift too." —T. Molnar
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Promising review: "They really do temporarily reduce fine lines and under-eye puffiness that can happen with dehydration and sleeplessness from travel! I'm actually amazed at the difference they can make (my mom and I both use and love them, but we leave them on waaay longer than 20 minutes). Easy to pack." —Ri
Get 24 pairs from Amazon for $23.95 (also available in other colors and quantities).
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It contains 12 letter dice in a travel tin. To play, roll the dice and then build a crossword using all the letters you roll.
Promising review: "Fun! A great little mind game. This is small, but the cubes are pretty big! They all fit nicely and snugly in the pan. You can carry this in your pocket if you want a game on the go. Great for all ages; I got mine to have for fun, strengthen my vocabulary, and to keep off my phone." —Lance Mullins
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The set includes 12 premium double-sided colored pencils for 24 unique colors, 12 durable cardstock art postcards, and a built-in pencil sharpener.
Promising review: "I love this thing! It comes with postcards to color, colored dual-tip pencils, and a pencil sharpener. The 12 colored pencils (24 colors) are stored in their own little drawer. The postcards are stored in their own little drawer. The hard case provides a portable surface for coloring. I color the postcards and send them as thank-you notes, message cards, and greeting cards to friends and family. It fits in a medium-sized handbag or a backpack. You can color on the go or when you are stuck waiting for something. It is sturdy, extremely well designed, easy to use, and well-made. I bought myself one and several others as gifts. Highly recommend." —NJEMJ50
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Promising review: "I love this book. The puzzles are a bit different than your normal puzzle book. It has a nice variety. There's ranging levels of difficulty. It's small, it's compact. It's easy to travel with. I wish there was a second as I have finished everything in this one." —cara
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Promising review: "I like that there are so many word find puzzles in this book, different sizes, and different themes. You never get bored; it's also great for travel, when you're on the go, or when you're at home, because it has puzzles on one side and words on the other. Plus, its binded, which makes it easier to get to the next puzzle, no more annoying folding." —Roxy78
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To play, arrange the pegs in the holes (one will stay empty) and then "jump" pegs to see how many you can remove. The goal is to get down to one peg.
Promising reviews: "If you have ever played this game as a child, then you are about to revisit your childhood years. Loved the game then, love the game now." —LadyAleta
"Great for quick entertainment. We got it as a travel game for the kids, and it worked wonders!" —Viri Nielsen
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Promising review: "I LOVE THESE JOURNALS! Aside from the incredible range of colors (I've purchased light blue, dark blue, green, purple, and yellow), these are fantastic quality for the price. My pens don't bleed through, and they come with me everywhere. I journal nightly, so the size is great for traveling or any occasion. will continue to buy these — big fan!" — trudy
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Promising review: "Takes me back to the '90s. Keep in mind this is identical to the first gen versions, which are stunningly difficult to keep alive" —MedicalMystery
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It comes with watercolors, brushes, a swatch sheet, and a sponge, all in a carrying case.
Promising review: "I’m really impressed with these watercolor paints. The colors are vibrant and blend beautifully, and the pens are so easy to use, especially for beginners. Everything feels simple and convenient, which makes painting a lot more fun and less intimidating. I also love the cute carrying case – it keeps everything organized and makes it easy to take anywhere. This is a great little set for anyone starting out with watercolor painting. Definitely a 5-star buy." —Mikayla Barker
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Promising review: "This watercolor book is absolutely perfect for beginners. The pages are high quality and hold paint really well without warping or bleeding through. It makes learning watercolor feel easy and enjoyable, and the results come out looking clean and professional, even if you’re just starting out. Overall, a great value and a really fun way to get into painting." —Nat
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Promising review: "The threads are small but make nice bracelets. I'll buy some thicker threads and make different styles. The holder is good to hold the lines and great for travel, too." —Darcy
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Promising review: "Fun variety of puzzles. Most of them are word-related, like the daily NYT puzzles, so if you like those, these will be similar (but more interesting). Nice to have something to work through before bed that isn't on a screen. Some of the larger puzzles are tricky and take several sessions to work through, so this book should last you a while!" —Cheyene 123
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I love to take my Kindle on vacation, including flights. It doesn't require any overhead light, doesn't take up space, and holds way more books than my carry-on ever could.
Promising review: "I love this Kindle so much. I still buy books, but when I’m traveling or want to lie down, this is way more convenient." —Liz O
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Promising review: "I absolutely loved Dolly All the Time! 💕 Such a sweet, heartwarming read that pulled me in from the very beginning. I loved the story, the characters, and all the emotions it brought out. This was such a fun and memorable book, and I didn’t want it to end! Definitely a 5-star read for me! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" —Sindy
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Promising review: "I had so much fun doing these as an adult. They're not for younger, unfocused children — probably just teenagers and adults — there are super tiny pieces, sometimes lots of them. Nice that it makes it take longer. A focused/detail-oriented older kid could do these, though. Not all of them have tiny pieces, just some." —REC
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The roller can be used to depuff your face, while the gua sha tool can be used to help with lymphatic drainage and sculpting. The set comes with instructions on how to use it.
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The kit includes 100 sheets of vibrant folding paper, 20 bendable stems, 30 buttons, and jewels to create a full 3D paper bouquet.
Promising review: "This is very fun and easy to read the instructions. Some are more suited for adults or an advanced level, but there are also some flowers that are simpler for younger crowds/beginners. These were fun to create; it comes with everything you need to make some pretty paper origami flowers, enough for a vase full!" —Christie N.
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It comes with 20 key chain rings, 20 snap clips, 10 lobster clips, and 12 rolls of plastic cord.
Promising review: "Great nostalgic fun! Got to teach my kids a childhood craft. They have made many for friends. Comes with everything to get started." —glenndon
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It comes with two sizes of paracord rope, 20 buckles, two carabiners, two key rings, two D-rings, a paracord needle, a tape measure, and instructions in a drawstring bag. The paracord can be "sewn" with the included needle or woven to create a variety of items, including bracelets and keychains.
Promising review: "This kit comes with so many color choices. The little booklet was very helpful when making the bracelets. A 12-year-old was able to follow the directions and complete a bracelet without assistance (except for the melting of the cords at the beginning and end). I would advise getting a jig to hold the bracelet more stably when working. There are plenty of end clips to choose from, and the two paracord sizes let you create even more varied designs. This was a fun vacation activity." —djor
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Promising review: "This spot the difference book is a lot of fun! Had with me during a recent trip — helped pass the time. The puzzles keep you alert and focused, too." —Copper
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Each pack includes three activity pads and 12 markers.
Promising review: "This is a fun and uncomplicated activity. I’m enjoying how easy it is to understand the instructions. The markers attach to the pad with a quality tool, the dot pages are perfect, and the markers seem to be good quality. I’m still working on my first page, but am enjoying it. Great project for on the go and also in the car to keep kids occupied on a longer trip." —Emilie
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Promising review: "This was entertaining. I bought it for a trip with a long layover and was so glad I did! All I needed was a pen to help me get creative. No mess, easy to carry, and endless possibilities to be creative." —Michelle
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Promising review: "Great range of trivia questions! Simple enough to enjoy but challenging enough to have fun. Super fun to read through with a friend or group, we actually used this as part of a game night and had a blast!" —EmilyH
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It comes with 44 premium letter double-sided paper sheets and 22 perfectly matched envelopes.
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Promising review: "I bought this at the beginning of the year as a New Year’s resolution to rewire my brain into positive thinking. Two weeks in, and I feel like it has already helped. It makes you think of the little things to be grateful for and reflect on your day. Very well made, great value, and it’s cute!" —Kelsey Young
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