Escape Monthly is a destination-inspired monthly
delivery of luxury products to help you relax, renew and escape! Indulge
in experiences inspired by luxurious spas, tropical getaways, cultures of the
world and more! - See more at: http://escapemonthly.com. If I can't take a real
vacation every month, at least I can pretend with a vacation in a box. One
monthly box includes a trip to the destination. If you just can't live without any extras of items in
the box, you can buy them at escapemonthly.com/offers for a discount.
I was looking forward to seeing what California had in
store. ..Notorious for sandy beaches, Hollywood stars, Beverly Hills spas, and the sun shining year round, California is the epitome of relaxation. THis month, dive into the West Coast lifestyle and chill out like a native!
If you're wondering, once again, no trip in my box. I'm just not lucky like that yet.
Moon California Travel Guide: California is a state with so much to offer--explore its secrets with this detailed guide! Included is information on the best resorts, most relaxing beaches, and greatest places to take the whole family. I like travel guides, so what can I say? Retail $17.99
Hugo Naturals Vanilla & Sweet Orange Soap:Vanilla and orange come together with this handcrafted California soap. Using all natural essential oils and botanical extracts, Hugo's gently cleans your skin while also leaving it feeling counditioned and nourished! It sure smells nice, and feels nice, but I haven't used it yet. I think I will like it. I love great smelling cleaners. Retail $3.99
Caliwater Cactus Water: Based in Los Angeles, Caliwater is the first drink powered by the superfruit of the Prickly Pear Cactus (found in California). Naturally rich in electrolytes, minerals, and antiocxidants. Caliwater helps you hydrate faster than juice or water! I drink coconut water a lot, so I was looking forward to this. It was really good. It has a really interesting flavor and is really refreshing icy cold. And, only 32 calories. It's a win in my book. Retail $3.50
Nicobella Organics 2-Piece Truffle: Handcrafted with only the finest ingredients, Nicobella's truffles are some of the most decadent and elegant chocolates in the entire state. Each bite starts an experience of pure chocolate bliss--you wont want to put them down! True, these were very rich and very smooth. I savored them slowly to enjoy them. Of course, they had me at chocolate. I checked ingredients first, and yes, they are vegan.Retail $3.95
IPS All Natural Egg White Chips: This is a truly modern snack that just screams Cali! (I disagree, because I think of plant-based when I think of something screaming Cali). The savory, crunch filled chips also contain 7 grams of protein with each serving. And because they're pressure-puffed and never fried, you don't have to feel guilty about enjoying every bite! These get gifted because I don't eat eggs. But, I'm sure they are tasty if you do eat eggs. Retail $1.99
San Franola: Freshy roasted everyday, San Franola is the smartest way to crunch. Made with their proprietary techniques, the granola has a more robust flavor than any other granola, allowing them to use less sugar and simple, all natural ingredients. Guilt Free! Unless you eat plant-based. I was disappointed to see that they have added whey protein. Not sure why you need to add processed product (especially dairy) to granola to make it tasty. Will also be gifting. It looked very tasty and I was looking forward to trying it, but alas . . .Retail $1.99
Premium Sea Sponge: From the California sea to your tub, this premium natural sea sponge is the quickest way to give your skin a healthy, vibrant Cali-girl glow. Long lasting, durable, and a favorite tool for any skin type! So, not strictly vegan, but neither am I. I'm not ingesting it and I'm not sure how much sponges feel pain (physical or emotional). And, I don't have enough knowledge to know how environmentally friendly harvesting sea sponges is. So, I used it and I like it. But, I always use a scrubber or sponge in the shower and it's nice to have variety. Retail $7.99
BONUS!! California Poppy Kit: Plant a piece of California and watch it thrive all summer long! The Poppy is known as the "flame flower" for its brilliant colors and unique petals, and can be seen in fields all over the Golden State. Not sure how they will grow in Texas, but I will toss them in the yard and see what happens with the next rain. Maybe they will look like this. Retail $6.99
Once again, I really like the pretty packaging. I don't know
if it's the colors or the chevron pattern, but either way, it makes me happy.
Everything was packaged well and arrived safely. The very handy guide to what
everything is was helpful. Total retail value was $60.39. I'm not sure how I would feel
about it if I had paid full price at $49.99. I had a 20% discount for
life, so I paid $39.99. Honestly, since I'm a bargain hunter, I would like to see a higher dollar value. Since the guide book is 1/3 the value of the box, if you don't like the guide books, you may be paying more than the total value of the items. I am not sure how long I will keep this subscription, but Vegas is next, so . . . If
you want to try it out, you can sign up at this link. http://mbsy.co/3vJhV?s=e Use the coupon code
VEGASMONTHLY and receive 20% off the lifetime of your subscription. That means,
for $39.99 a month, all this could be yours too.
Next up...Vegas!!
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