The limited Gray Whale Gin Coastal Refreshment Kit ($89.99) includes a 750ml Gin bottle, 32oz acrylic pitcher, recipe card for 2 large cocktails and a Sand Cloud beach towel.
Every element of this kit is designed with purpose. Both Gray Whale and Sand Cloud support Oceana, the world’s largest organization dedicated to ocean conservation — so your purchase helps protect the waters that inspired us.
Gray Whale Gin is perfected with six vibrant botanicals including lime and mint -- sustainably sourced along the Pacific coastline in homage to the Gray Whale’s migratory path.
The Gray Whale Gin Pitcher is designed to hold your favorite cocktail or Oceanside drink recipe. Ideal for refreshing cocktails and for repeated use.
The large, sand-resistant Geo Fluke towel is luxuriously soft, made from 100% Turkish organic cotton, and is finished with twisted tassels.
The Oceanside includes Gray Whale Gin, salted simple syrup, fresh lime juice, soda water and mint, a refreshing mix of flavors that bring out the California gin’s sustainably sourced and wild harvested botanicals.
The Refreshment Kit is available exclusively at premium spirit retailer, ReserveBar
Gray Whale Gin ($40) is available at retailers nationwide and online via delivery sites, including Instacart, DoorDash, Uber Eats, ReserveBar and Caskers.
Learn more, visit - www.graywhalegin.com
From visionary filmmaker Nacho Vigalondo (Colossal), Daniela Forever is a sci-fi journey through love, loss, and illusion.
SYNOPSIS
In Theaters July 11 and on Digital July 22.
Grieving the loss of his girlfriend Daniela, Nicolás is consumed by sorrow. He sees a glimmer of hope when he's offered a chance to participate in a groundbreaking sleep therapy that simulates reality.
But as dream and memory blur, he must confront what healing really means—and whether he’s ready to let go.
Alpaca Expeditions, the 100% Indigenous-owned and operated Peruvian trekking operator, encourages travelers to look beyond the well-known Machu Picchu Inca Trail.
Alpaca Expeditions's curated trek collection routes are designed to foster a deep cultural connection with Peru, while committing to high standards of sustainability and environmental stewardship.
“Machu Picchu is only the beginning of Peru’s story. At Alpaca Expeditions, we invite travelers to discover the caminos menos conocidos — the less-known paths — where the true magic is found in the people, the culture, and the land. Our promise is to protect these treasures through sustainable travel, so that future generations can enjoy this authentic connection, just as we do today”, says Raul Ccolque, Alpaca Expeditions’ founder and president.
Unlocking Machu Picchu: Five Different Routes
Salkantay Trek
A High-Altitude Adventure for seasoned hikers. A breathtaking alpine route recognized globally as one of the top alternative treks to Machu Picchu.
The popular Women-Only Salkantay Trek ($995 USD per person), introduced in summer 2024, is a 6-night/7-day journey that empowers and unites women through unique shared experiences and deep connections with female guides, porters, chefs and like-minded fellow female travelers.
Another best-seller in that collection is the Ultimate Classic 5-night/5-day Salkantay Trek ($650 USD per person), for all hikers in good physical form to enjoy.
Lares Trek
Culture at a Slower Pace. A culturally rich journey through remote Quechua-speaking communities that offers an intimate connection to Peru’s living traditions and customs immersed in jaw-dropping natural beauty.
The 3-night/4-day Lares Trek to Machu Picchu Trek ($650 USD per person). The journey offers a rare look into the Andean culture. Trekkers visit family homes, soak in natural thermal baths, hike near gigantic waterfalls and salt mines to conclude at the sacred Inca ruins of Machu Picchu.
Choquequirao Trek
The Sister City of Machu Picchu. A more challenging route that offers a raw and majestic experience through an archaeological wonder still untouched by mass tourism.
The lesser-known 4-night/5-day Choquequirao Trek ($700 USD per person) a peaceful and immersive journey into the heart of Incan history.
Visitors can also opt for a 5-night/6-day Choquequirao and Machu Picchu Expedition Trek ($825 USD per person) which explores both iconic sites in one action-packed adventure.
Rainbow Mountain & Ausangate Region
A Surreal Escape. This is a geological marvels and an inspiring journey for those craving dramatic terrain and fewer crowds.
The 3-night/4-day Ausengate, Rainbow Mountain and Machu Picchu Trek ($750 USD per person) was created for travelers wanting both Rainbow Mountain and Machu Picchu in a single adventure.
This lesser-known trek offers magical views of the Ausangate Mountain, colorful lagoons, and wildlife viewing opportunities where alpacas, llamas and Andean condors can be seen in their natural habitat.
Huchuy Qosqo Trek
Hidden Inca Jewel of the Sacred Valley. A shorter but impactful adventure that is ideal for travelers with limited time to explore Cusco and the Andes.
The 2-night/3-day Huchuy Qosqo Tour ($630 USD per person) reveals one of the Sacred Valley's best-kept secrets. Called the “Little Cusco”, this hidden Inca jewel offers a short but well-rounded Andes trekking and camping experience, full of history, spectacular nature, and rich cultural connections.
*Prices are based on shared occupancy and exclude airfare, gear rental, and tips.
Alpaca Expeditions Season FYI
Alpaca Expeditions encourages travelers to plan a trekking journey ahead and choose the trek and the season wisely. Machu Picchu entrance tickets and Inca Trail permits must be booked in advance through Alpaca Expeditions, as availability is limited and can sell out six months ahead.
The high season is from May to mid-October and the shoulder from April to late October when there are fewer crowds, lush scenery, and lower airfare.
The slow season is from November to February when trekkers can opt for weather-friendly options like the Lares Trek or a train journey to Machu Picchu.
Important to know that in February the Inca Trail is closed for annual maintenance, but Machu Picchu remains open year-round.
MAMMOTION, know for robotic yard care solutions, is now divung into pool cleaning with the SPINO E1 Robotic Pool Cleaner, which combines powerful cleaning capabilities with intelligent features.
The SPINO E1 combines smart navigation with powerful suction (5,800 GPH), a 210 minute (3.5 hour) nonstop runtime, and all-surface cleaning—from floors and sloped walls to the waterline.
Its intelligent SmartArc Path Planning, customizable cleaning modes, and cordless design set a new standard for affordable, effortless pool maintenance.
Other key features include:
Triple Brushless Motors with 5800 GPH suction & a 180-micron filter for fine-to-heavy debris
Cleans up to 150m2 with a 6000 mAh battery delivering 210 minutes (3.5 hours) of runtime
Adaptive Climbing tech scrubs floors, walls (up to 110°), and waterlines
SmartArc™ intelligent navigation ensures full pool coverage, cycle after cycle
Five cleaning modes, app connectivity (for status checks and mode selection), and easy waterline retrieval
Unlike basic competitors, SPINO E1 Robotic Pool Cleaner includes waterline parking for easy retrieval and a one-touch start.
For added control, the MAMMOTION app (for use when the device is out of water) allows users to check battery status and select cleaning modes.
In the United States, the SPINO E1 is available for pre-order at $599 (excluding tax), with a regular retail price of $799. Pre-orders will also roll out in Canada, Australia, Poland, and Sweden, with local pricing varying by region.
Learn more, visit - www.mammotion.com
I spend a lot of time outside walking, sightseeing and hiking in various forests. Lately in my area it's been raining, so that means large areas of sitting water. Prime mosquitoes breeding spots. Ugh!
Note: I received product samples for review purpose. Any personal views expressed are always 100% my own.
So I appreciated getting a package from the OFF!® team to use for next time I went outside. Before going outside I tested out how to apply the products, how they smelled and how they felt on my skin.
I am pleased with the easy application. Literally you either sprayed or smooth on the gel. As for scent, one has none at all and the other was more a very light clean scent. Both products went over my skin smooth and not greasy. Both left my skin clean, no residue streaks.
Now that I had the products on, it was time to head outside and check how they protected me. I bravely took a walk in the forest and even along standing water areas.
Thankfully the OFF!® products protected me well. Whether deep in the forest or just walking along, I had no mosquitoes bites, didn't smell like chemicals and was able to enjoy my outside time!
OFF! Insect Repellent
OFF!® is on a mission to help adults and kids protect themselves before that first bite from a mosquito or tick with a routine call PREtection.
PREtection is the act of preparing ahead of time to help prevent mosquito and tick bites. The proper PREtection ritual involves applying insect repellent after sunscreen, as a final step in people's skin protection routine.
PREtection focuses on prevention as the best protection against bug bites because insect repellent is most effective when applied before you’re exposed to pests.
As a pioneer in personal insect repellents for over 50 years, OFF!® is proud of the proven effectiveness of their products. The SC Johnson Center for Insect Science™ is one of the world’s largest privately owned entomology research centers, studying insect-borne disease prevention and developing effective product solutions for consumer use.
OFF! Clean Feel Insect Repellent
OFF! Clean Feel has no greasy feel or odor, providing a pleasant and DEET-free protection from mosquitoes, ticks and biting flies. Formulated with 20% picaridin, a highly effective active ingredient, it gives you protection that lasts for up to eight hours.
Product line includes:
OFF!® Clean Feel Mist
OFF!® Clean Feel 2.5oz
OFF!® Clean Feel Insect Repellent I Aerosol
OFF!® Clean Feel Insect Repellent II Spritz
OFF!® Clear Gel Insect Repellent
OFF!® Adults & Kids
OFF!® for Adults & Kids is suitable for children one year and up (when used as directed), the new fragrance-free repellents help keep mosquitoes away without the smell or greasy feel that may cause kids to resist bug spray
Product line includes:
OFF!® Adults & Kids Post-Bite Patches
OFF!® Insect Repellent Aerosol for Adults & Kids, 5oz
OFF!® Insect Repellent Lotion for Adults & Kids, 3.8 fl oz
OFF!® Insect Repellent Spritz for Adults & Kids, 4oz
OFF! repellents can be purchased through major retailers, including Amazon, Target and Walmart.
Learn more, visit - www.OFF.com
Bill Condon, director of Dreamgirls and Beauty and the Beast, returns to the movie musical with "Kiss of the Spider Woman ", a dazzling Technicolor-hued fantasy.
SYNOPSIS
Based on the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical hit.
ValentÃn (Diego Luna), a political prisoner, shares a cell with Molina (Tonatiuh), a window dresser convicted of public indecency. The two form an unlikely bond as Molina recounts the plot of a Hollywood musical starring his favorite silver screen diva, Ingrid Luna (Jennifer Lopez).
Bill Condon’s visionary new adaptation is based on the acclaimed 1976 novel Kiss of the Spider Woman by Argentinian writer Manuel Puig and the Tony Award®-winning Broadway musical of the same name by the multiple Tony Award®-winning playwright Terrence McNally (Master Class, Ragtime) and composer/lyricist team John Kander and Fred Ebb (Cabaret, Chicago).
Produced by Barry Josephson, p.g.a., Tom Kirdahy, p.g.a., and Greg Yolen.
KISS OF THE SPIDER WOMAN | Official Teaser Trailer | In Theaters October 10
Bill Condon, Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Mark Scheinberg, Dani Bernfeld, Kevin Halloran, Michael Joe, Mickey Liddell, Pete Shilaimon, Whitney Williams, Jennifer Lopez, Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas, Courtney Baxter, Diego Luna, D. Matt Geller, Pamela Thur, Sam Weisman, Daniel Weisman, and Margaux Weisman serve as executive producers.
An Artists Equity and Mohari Media presentation, Kiss of the Spider Woman is a Josephson Entertainment / Tom Kirdahy / Greg Yolen / Nuyorican production.
Staying hydrated is important, so when I saw that CVS Pharmacy's Well Market™ line has added more snacks and beverages, including a drink mix, I had to learn (and taste test) more.
Note: I received product samples for review purpose. Any personal views expressed are always 100% my own.
I received a nice gift box with some of the latest products including
Watermelon Replenish Drink Mix: The replenish beverage is a zero-sugar blend made with electrolytes and five essential vitamins for smarter hydrating. Just mix with water and enjoy it on the go.
Cinnamon Apple Flavored Snack Straws: This vegan, gluten-free and non-GMO snack brings two irresistible flavors together in one craveable snack. The sweet taste of apples teams up with a sprinkling of cinnamon for a burst of mouthwatering flavor in every bite.
Freeze Dried Raspberry-Infused Apples: These fruit-forward bites are infused with delicious raspberry juice that makes them easy to snack on. Each crispy bite is light, sweet, and sure to satisfy your taste buds, with 1 cup of fruit per serving.
Everything Bagel Seasoned Gluten-Free Pretzel Twists: This snack packs bold flavors and an irresistible crunch into every bite. They're sprinkled with poppy seeds, garlic, onion and sea salt and baked to perfection to create a tasty textured team-up. And because they are free from grain and the top nine allergens, you can feel good about reaching for more.
White Cheddar Snack Sticks: These gluten-free snack sticks are made with real white cheddar to deliver a crispy crunch and burst of cheesy flavor with every bite. Baked to perfection and easy to snack on, they have no artificial flavors, so you can enjoy reaching for more.
S'mores Trail Mix Bites: These vegan, low sodium trail mix bites combine real chocolate with gooey-chewy marshmallows for a burst of sweetness in every mouthful. Craveable campfire flavors with each nutty crunch will keep you reaching for more. And with no artificial coloring, flavors, or preservatives, you can indulge in happy, smart snacking
Of course I immediately wanted to try the Watermelon Replenish Drink Mix, so I added some water to my water bottle and then added a packet.
First thing I noticed is the immediate scent of watermelon, which was nice. Then after a quick shake and sip, I had more watermelon experience with the taste. Which was slightly sweet and more like coconut water then just "flavor fruit" water.
Overall when you combine the scent, taste, zero sugar and blend of electrolytes and essential vitamins, there's lots of benefits to using Watermelon Replenish Drink Mix to keep your hydrated.
Last May, CVS announced the launch of Well Market™, a snack line that combines a diverse array of flavors with nutritional benefits to redefine snacking. The snack line consists of more than 200 new snacks, beverages, and groceries in CVS Pharmacy® stores nationwide.
In addition, CVS will bring the existing Gold Emblem, Gold Emblem abound, and Big Chill products under the Well Market™ umbrella.
The Well Market products have meaningful wellness benefits, crave-worthy flavors, and CVS is backing that with dedication to quality and 100% money-back guarantee.
Well Market is a vital part of CVS Health’s strategy to build a world of health around every consumer. This repositioning of the consumables portfolio better meets CVS customers’ wants and needs by providing craveable snacks, groceries and beverages with packaging that highlights the functional benefits of food, so that customers can feel great about the choices they make.
Most items in the Well Market line are priced between $2.99 to $8.99
