TAKE YOUR VACATIONS - November Box
- Lisa Jolley
- Dec 13, 2016
- 4 min read
No need to get your passport ready or pay all the travel costs to get yourself some great souvenirs from places you would love to see. That is exactly what you sign up for when you subscribe to this TAKE YOUR VACATIONS Subscription. In October I went to Hawaii. In November I went to Mexico! That's right...... November is all about Mexico.
CHECK THIS BOX OUT! To subscribe they have two boxes to choose from. The Weekender costs $45.00 a month, which is a smaller version of what you get with the full Take Your Vacations subscription for $85.00 USD per month. It may seem expensive, but for all the items you get in each box, it is more than worth the cost!
NOVEMBER MEXICO TAKE YOUR VACATIONS UNBOXING!!
Mexico is most famous for their Day of the Dead holiday. This holiday is to remember and honor those who have passed. They celebrate between October 21st and November 2nd. This box is full of holiday tokens chosen along with some other exclusive Mexican treasures.
LA CATRINA - THE WOMAN OF MEXICO - This being the biggest cultural symbols tied to the Day of the Dead Festival. I have always wanted one of these statues and this one is the most priceless item I have ever received in a subscription box! She is so beautiful with all her handmade and handpainted details. She is direct from Capula, Mexico.
OTIMI PILLOWCASE - Made by Otomi women in the Tenango Valley of Hidalgo, Mexico. The perfect throw pillow size. Commonly known as tenangos, this style of embroidery is traced back to Aztec Meso-America with the symbolism and color of the pieces reflecting the traditions and beliefs of the Otomi people. These designs are said to originate from prehistoric wall paintings located in the Tenango region, symbolizing man living in harmony with the natural environment. So much hard work put into this piece of art. Just absolutely gorgeous!
NATURAL MEXICAN VANILLA EXTRACT - There is seriously no better vanilla out there. Whenever anyone we know goes to Mexico, I am sure to put an order in for some of their amazing vanilla! I never knew this until I read the products' card included with this box. Mexican vanilla pods are thicker than others. That is why they have a smoother flavor and depth than other vanillas. The secret is out! Not only do they make the BEST vanilla, their packaging is beautiful!
MEXICAN HOT CHOCOLATE CANDLE - It was funny that this is the first item explained on the products information card. With good reason. You can smell this candle upon the arrival of the box and without even opening it. The scents of dark chocolate, cinnamon, cayenne pepper and latte foam. I have recently become addicted to Mexican Spicy Hot Chocolate from one of our local coffee shops. It is to die for and this candle smells exactly like this festive cup of cocoa. Such a warm scent! The packaging of this candle is so pretty as well.
AH CACAO Mexican Chocolate - I had no idea, but chocolate originated in Mexico. Aztecs believed that cacao (chocolate) seeds were a gift from the god of wisdom and worth so much value, they used it as a form of currency. The company AH CACAO has done their chocolate justice, providing a lovely dark, milk and white chocolate selection in this pack.
AH CACAO Chocolate Body Bar- Not only is AH CACAO great at making chocolates, they provide a lovelly Chocolate Body Bar that is handmade from coconut and cacao butter. I love that the packaging has to ensure you to NOT eat it! From smelling it, I am glad they included the disclaimer. Chocolate Heaven for sure!
CERAMIC SUGAR SKULL - The Mexican sugar skull is the most popular symbol of the Day of the Dead Festival in Mexico. The reason the sugar skulls are decorated in lots of color and full of whimsy is to try and not be scary. They are used to decorate gravestones or alters of the departed during the festival. The deceased are then believed to return home to enjoy the offerings.
GUSTUS VITAE CONDIMENTS Chipotle Sea Salt - This Gourmet Sea Salt is hand crafted and has a magnetic base should you want to keep it handy by your stove on something magnetic. As the can suggests use this salt to bring out the best in tacos, meat and vegetables. Ingredients include sun-dried chipotle peppers and sun-dried sea salt. Non-GMO too!
RECYCLED HAND-BLOWN TEQUILA SHOT GLASSES - No trip to Mexico would be complete without something to do with Tequila. I love my Tequila!! These beautiful lime green shot glasses are perfect to shoot back your favorite tequila or sip on some other spirit/liquor.
That brings us to the end of our Mexico trip. I hope you learned a few things and as well become intrigued in this subscription and want to be hooked like myself. I cannot wait for where December takes me!!
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