Lisa Kasanicky's Author Site

New Website Caters to Beauty Junkies on the Go

admin — Wed, 26 May 2010 16:42:44 +0000

I read about 3floz.com in of all places, an airplane. My feet were crammed under my seat with barely room to move because I sure as heck wasn’t going to fork up more dough to check in my bag. And I’ll do anything to avoid the post-landing rush to get into the overhead compartments. It’s madness. So everything goes under the seat in front of me including the million little 3-ounce-or-less bottles jammed into a Ziplock straining at its plastic seams. I can live without clean underwear (Commando baby! Oops, oversharing?) but not my emerginC Vitamin C Serum, philosophy hope in a tube eye and lip cream or my bliss moisturizer/sunscreen. Oh hells no. So as I was flipping through Southwest’s Spirit magazine, and came across an article on 3floz.com, I shouted out a tiny hallelujah. No worries that the cuddly couple next to me thought I was crazy. They needed to find themselves a hotel room, stat, and learn how to control their PDA inclinations when sequestered in a tin can at 40,000 feet.

Digressions aside, 3floz.com digs up travel-sized beauty and grooming products and presents them in one chic online package. The site was created by two friends and coworkers, Alexi and Kate. While the two bonded during their frequent business trips, they often clashed on their packing styles and as the story goes, a business was born. The site offers featured travel sets like Jonathan Jet Set Kit – a five-piece hair care product ($38) – and onesies like Whish Pomegranate Shave Cream ($7). You can browse by product type or brand or go straight to the kits. I love that they went to the trouble of making their organic and men’s lines stand out in separate categories and that they go beyond the basics. Nothing like a good facial scrub and hydrating mask after a day of traveling (Love the Ole Henriksen Micro/Mini Peel System Starter Kit, $45). Plus, they’ve put together their own favorites in Alexi’s and Kate’s custom kits. Brilliant.

Bottom line, you can rest assured that all items you buy from the site are TSA-friendly and that you can take as many of them as you can cram into a zip-top bag with you on the plane. Plus, you get free shipping with orders of $100 or more. Check it out at 3floz.com and happy travels!

Tweet it Up for the CIG to Girlfriend Getaways and You Might Win!

admin — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 22:14:39 +0000

The Idiot’s Guides folks are running a contest to drive followers to their Twitter page. They want informed readers and fans like you to cast a vote for their favorite Idiot’s Guide before Friday, April 16, 2010 and they’ll pick someone to win a free book.

Will you Tweet it up for “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Girlfriend Getaways” and pass it on? I would love your support!

First, you’ll need to follow @IdiotsGuides.

Second, you’ll need to shout out your support with a Tweet something like:

@IdiotsGuides My favorite is The CIG to Girlfriend Getaways!

Simple as that!

Click here for complete details.

As a special thank you, I’ll be picking a winner of my own to receive a complimentary signed copy of my book. And if you don’t have a Twitter account yet, maybe this is a good excuse? Happy Tweeting!

P.S., Follow me at @azspagirls for Tweets on spa deals and the best spots in Arizona to plop up your tired tootsies!

New Review from GirlsGetaway.com

admin — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 00:35:50 +0000

Dian Emery of GirlsGetaway.com taps The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Girlfriend Getaways as “a great primer on how to plan the perfect getaway for you and your best buds.” Read her full review at www.girlsgetaway.com.

New Review from PlanetEye Traveler Plus Free Copy!

admin — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 20:47:32 +0000

Tell PlanetEye Traveler about a girlfriend getaway you’re planning and qualify to win a free signed copy of The Complete Idiot’s Guide® to Girlfriend Getaways! Read more.

Gift Idea: The Super Smart Travel Organizer

admin — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 16:39:17 +0000

Now here’s a travel planner for the serious jet-setter in your life. The Super Smart Travel Organizer comes jammed with pre-trip and packing checklists, removable budget planning forms, nine tabbed dividers with storage pockets and tab labels, a world map with re-usable stickers for tracking destinations, a pen and 50-sheet pad. Plus, the perky orange cover pairs perfectly with my lil’ book!

Get it at Delight.com for $24.50.

Top Shops for the Cutest Travel Gifts

admin — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 00:50:51 +0000

So you got “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Girlfriend Getaways” for all your girlfriends right? Now you just need some cute travel goodies to seal the deal and get the gals excited to plan your getaway! Listed below are my favorite sites for travel gear and accessories along with suggestions for cute and affordable trinkets that go well with the little orange book that keeps on givin’!

Lug. Personally, I’ve got a serious crush on the super-sizes Shuttle Bus bag in rose pink. At $104, it’s out of my budget scope right now so I’ll continue to salivate over the trillion little compartments and settle on the fashionable Luggage Belts as the perfect gift. Rather than fumbling around to find your luggage tag, these belts give bags some blink while making them easy to spot on the airport carousel ($18). Matching luggage tags ($7) also available.

PB Travel. This site has the goods. For persnickety travel friends, a good bet is the All in 1 Flight Pack that comes with sanitizer towels, ear plugs, eye mask, inflatable pillow and mouthwash. They have an entire collection dedicated to germ freaks (from disposable pillow cases to face masks) and their initialed luggage tags ($9.99) and shoe bags ($21.99) are adorable too!

Flight 001. I get the whole idea of throwing out dirty underwear when you’re traveling abroad but I don’t buy it. I like to keep my undies to myself! If traveling with dirty laundry is an issue for you or your travel companions, Flight 001 has Pack Bags marked Laundry, Wet Suit, Lingerie and Stuff ($18-$24) so packing won’t be quite so … dirty.

Belle Hop. Not sure how these nifty little locks actually work but Belle Hop’s little purse cable locks have a Travel Sentry mark that allows airport security to unlock and relock luggage for inspection. Every girl needs one (or three). Get them on Amazon.com.

Tepper Jackson. The Tepper Jackson travel collections are so darn cute and colorful, it’s tough to narrow down your choices. Thank goodness for sales! You could keep it simple with a dashing passport cover and travel wallet ($28 in various designs) or splurge on a beach tote bag ($46 and up) and tuck the book inside.

Sacramento Book Review

admin — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:33:24 +0000

Take a “witch walk” in Salem. Indulge your foodie cravings at a Native American salmon feast in Seattle. Learn to saddle a horse in California. Volunteer to clear a hiking trail in a Texas cavern. Or shop till your feet are bleeding as you find fashion paradise at an outlet mall in South Florida. Written by self-described girly-girl and spa blogger Lisa Kasanicky, The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Girlfriend Getaways offers an abundance of travel opportunities for like-minded gals. The first half of the book covers power shopping, antique furniture discovery, weight loss, and luxurious (pricey) spa getaways. The second half makes up for the first by exploring more unique experiences, like photography classes and rock climbing that can be done without concern for fashion or lipstick. You can expect a bevy of shoe advice and women-only tour packages spanning some of the best cities in the United States. You’ll also find useful tips on delegating group travel planning tasks, including splitting costs and maintaining room-sharing sanity. Grab this guide and start at chapter 10 if you’re overdue for some R&R with the gals.

Reviewed by Amber K. Stott
Sacramento Book Review

Savvy Travel Tips for Girlfriend Getaways on NBC’s Channel 12 Arizona Midday

admin — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:58 +0000

Creator of ArizonaSpaGirls.com and author of “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Girlfriend Getaways,” Lisa Kasanicky shares tips on how to plan your girlfriend getaway, stay on budget and pack strategically. She also shares a few fun getaways and ways not to feel guilty about leaving the family.

Cowgirl Getaways on ABC-15’s Sonoran Living

admin — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 23:57:42 +0000

Ever wondered what it would be like to live the life of a cowgirl for a few days? Well then, hike up those cowgirl boots and dig out the ten-gallon hat because it’s time to hit the road. From “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Girlfriend Getaways,” author Lisa Kasanicky wrangles up two exciting adventures perfect for bonding and kicking back with the girls.

Caught my eye, picked it up, LOVED IT!

admin — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 23:54:01 +0000

Love that this book included not only ideas but resources, detailed info, and really practical tips. It definitely motivated me to plan an escape for a few days– this brought me back to the reality that it’s easier than I think it is! You can tell a lot of research went into finding the places to go, stay, see, explore, (they’re NOT your typical “first thing you think of” kind of ideas)! The girlfriend-to-girlfriend tips like “Chick Wit” are cute and entertaining– a nice balance with the information and idea packed pages. It was an enjoyable read no matter if I read a few chapters at a time or just flipped through some pages here and there. I think this would make a great present for Mother’s Day or birthdays, and I’m definitely keeping a few on hand for last-minute gifts. (more)