ADVERTISE/PR

Press Trips/Destination Visits

Bring attention to your destination, hotel, or cruise line with a visit from The Travel Mama! She is available for group FAM trips and individual/family press trips. When hosting Travel Mamas at your destination, you can expect at least one quality, well-researched blog post as well as enthusiastic daily social shares across Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Pricing depends on destination, distance traveled, accommodations, activities, and number of travelers. Additional deliverables are negotiable.

FAM Trip Blog Post Examples and Praise from Clients

• Mississippi Gulf Coast with Kids, A Surprising Beach Destination (#1 web search result for key words “Mississippi Gulf Coast kids” and page 1 for “things to do on the Mississippi Gulf Coast”)

Coastal Mississippi very much enjoyed hosting Colleen and her delightful son – from the initial itinerary planning, Colleen was inquisitive and enthusiastic to experience all the unique family offerings on The Secret Coast, and that enthusiasm continued throughout their visit. From exciting and compelling social media posts, to a wonderfully comprehensive recap of her visit to Coastal Mississippi, Colleen’s work truly reflected our destination and the diverse experiences it has to offer. We look forward to seeing her again soon!

— Anna Roy, Public/Media Relations Manager, Coastal Mississippi

• 18 Kid Friendly Things to Do in New Orleans (#1 web search result for “kid friendly New Orleans” and “New Orleans with kids” and “things to do in New Orleans with kids”)

I worked with New Orleans & Company and the Louisiana Children's museum to host Colleen and her son for the opening of the new museum. She was easy and professional to work with and the results of her work were more than worth it. I'd work with Travel Mamas for another destination again anytime!

— Maggie Robert, Peter Mayer Advertising

• Fun Things to Do in Burbank, California – The Media Capital of the World (#1 web search result for “things to do in Burbank” and “things to do in Burbank CA)

Colleen was a great partner to work with Visit Burbank. She was very professional, responding quickly to questions and open to suggestions. She went above and beyond, delivering more than asked. We enjoyed hosting Colleen and her daughter as they took part in some of Burbank's top attractions. She worked with us to convey a wonderful story about the city to her followers in both her social posts and stories as well as her in-depth blog article. Her work was beautiful and fun, and it captured the diverse experiences and excitement that our city has to offer. We hope to work with her again in the future.

– The Visit Burbank Team, Burbank, California

• 30 Things to Do at Mall of America Besides Shop (#1 web search result for “things to do Mall of America”)

The Travel Mama and family would love to visit your destination! (Photo credit: Stephanie Heymann Photography)

Sponsored Blog Posts/Giveaways

Our focus is not only on providing thoroughly researched, well-written and engaging content but also on ensuring our stories will rank well in web searches. In fact, most often our stories will rank on the first page of web searches. That's because we have over a decade of experience and we use special software to research and choose keywords to optimize SEO.

We at Travel Mamas write all sponsored content ourselves. While we appreciate the interest in our website, we no longer accept guest posts. Due to high demand and limited time, we are currently taking on one paid campaign per quarter.

Sponsor information and links will remain live for at least three years. Sponsored posts that include an affiliate partnership will likely be updated, reposted, and reshared over the years to encourage affiliate sales.

Tips-Based Sponsored Blog Post Examples

• Flying with a Baby – 15 Tried and True Tips sponsored by JustFly.com. 400,000+ page views over the course of 3 years.
• Scottsdale with Kids – 25 Fun Things to Do in the West's Most Western Town sponsored by Expedia.com. 125,000+ page views in 2.5 years.
• Grand Canyon with Kids – What You Need to Know Before You Go sponsored by Cape Cod Chips. 225,000+ page views in 5.5 years.
• Best National Parks for Kids sponsored by Quarto Kids. 50,000+ page views in just 7 months.

Product Review Sponsored Blog Post Example

• Rosetta Stone for Families – Learn a New Language with Your Kids sponsored by Rosetta Stone. $27,000+ in revenue for client in 3 years.

Included with All Sponsored Blog Posts

• Thoroughly researched, SEO-optimized, well-written story posted on TravelMamas.com.
• 4 Tweets on Twitter.
• 1 Facebook share on Travel Mamas Facebook page.
• Custom-made pin shared on Pinterest to multiple boards, including group boards.
• Client pre-approval and rounds of edits cost extra.

Amplification for Giveaways

In addition to the bulleted deliverables above, giveaways on TravelMamas.com include the following.

• Daily tweets on Twitter for typical 2-week giveaway.
• Feature in Travel Mamas e-newsletter.
• 2 Additional Facebook shares (including winner announcement).
• Listing on a popular giveaway website.
• Prize must be worth at least $100.
• Giveaway example: Durable Luggage for Family Travel – Eagle Creek Expanse Review and Giveaway.

Media Tours and Commercials

The Travel Mama, Colleen Lanin, has given travel tips and represented travel brands on numerous local and national radio and television programs. Additionally, she and her family starred in three TV commercials promoting Park City, Utah. You can watch one of the commercials, with Colleen's voiceover, in the video above. View additional clips and learn more here. Do you have a product or destination you’d like the Travel Mamas Founder/Editor to promote via radio and/or TV? Email her for custom pricing and details.