Yesterday, late afternoon, I returned home from Brandcation. Being a first timer I went in not knowing what to expect to start off I will say it was awesome and SO TIRING, but tiring in a good way. There was fun, sun, laughter, and lots of adventures. I will be sharing more with you about it through the week but wanted to say I made it home safe and sound and if you ever get a chance you totally should attend a Brandcation.
I’ve been to big events with thousands of people and while those are not bad this is definitely the kind of event I love. It was a small (but not too small) intimate group so you really had a chance to get to know the others attending and to be honest when I have went to big conferences that is the best part for me, getting to know everyone. When there are thousands it’s not possible but with the smaller events like this it is definitely within reach.
Bonding over zip lining adventures, dolphin tours, Jill, floating down a river, and just getting to visit with fellow bloggers was worth more than I could ask for. From the minute I picked up my group from the airport until the time I headed home it was a fun filled weekend I enjoyed completely. I had a great roommate, housemates and everyone in attendance was just wonderful. I was pretty proud of myself for not crying when I left but the minute I actually headed home and didn’t have a car full of chatty women talking about everything from breastfeeding to blogging I realized how much I was going to miss them. I truly made friends for a lifetime on this fun filled adventure and I hope you will all check. So head on over and say hello to:
- Trisha
- Kim
- Blondie
- Lynsey
- Sheri
- Amy
- Colleen
- Paula
- Rebel Jen
- Deb
- Maryann
- Megan
- Sweet T Jen
- Lisa
- Joy
- Denise
- Mellisa
- Toni (oh wait you are here already)
- Alison (this girl and I encourage each others fears wonderfully…just sayin’)
- Maggie
- Shasta
- Roomie Jen
- Nicole
- Maria
- Theresa
- Shelia
- Candace
- Life With Levi Jen
- Johanna
- Brandy
- Kadi
- Tiff
I also want to give a great big HUGE thank you to the main sponsors of the event:
Adventures Unlimited
Portifino Island Resort
Dunkin Donuts
Jambu
HotelCoupons.Com
Circle PR
Dole
Etching Expressions
Belkin
Velvet Pepper (I won one of the bags they sent and LOVE IT)
Frangelico
Tiny Love
Atlantic Luggage (so need a piece of this luggage for myself)
Also thank you to the sponsors for the swag bags each blogger received:
Kids Gear
EAD Designs
Wahmies Eats
Blue Orange Games
DVO Enterprises
Wordlock
Carex
MOGO Charms
Tervis Water Bottle
Capsul Cases
The Village Company
Hasbro
Kidz Bop 21
Lush Gourmet Foods
Nivea
Lady Fortunes
Pami Pocket
Island Def Jam Records
Ayala’s Herbal Water
Wikki Stix
Phone Fetcher
Page Stationery
Cereusart
Annmarie Gianni Skin Care
Veri Peri Sauces
Beaded Bungee Bookmarks
Smart Mouth
Sacs of Life
Bright Star Kids
KleenSlate
This event was so much more than I can put into words but over the coming weeks I do want to be sure to share a bit more about some of the events and companies involved because they really were awesome, watch for those on my Coastal Life posts. Until I have time (as if I know what that is with so little of it available) I wanted to make sure to share all the awesome companies and people with you! Can’t wait until the next Brandcation I get to go one because there will be a next one for me if I can make it happen!!! So what are you waiting for…keep an eye out and if you can grab up a ticket you need to hop on down when the next Brandcation happens!!
*Activities and most meals were paid for by above mentioned sponsors during the event. I wanted to share my thanks by mentioning them so you all could “meet” them. Also a BIG THANK YOU to Trisha, Kim, Lynsey and Blondie (links above) for making this happen.
Toni Patton
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It was a great time. So happy to reconnect and have funn together!!!!!!
I can not wait to read all of your posts about your awesome trip! I can only imagine how hilarious the conversations were, assuming they were like those on MD.
So glad I got to meet you this weekend Toni!! One more friend to hold in my heart <3
It looks like it was a blast!
I had so much fun on Brandcation! You were so much fun to hang out with, I’m looking forward to the next trip. 🙂
I’m so glad we were in the same condo and got to zipline together! I had a blast and can’t wait to see you at the next one!
I have loved seeing all the pics on Facebook; can’t wait to read more details. 🙂 So glad you had fun.
Sounds wonderful!
I can’t wait to read your posts. I was thinking about going but decided not to. maybe next year!
It was so great to meet all of you! We had a blast didn’t we? 🙂
I’m happy you had a lot of fun.
Can’t wait to hear more about it, and see pics!!!
So glad to hear you had a wonderful time.
Sounds like so much fun!
Toni I miss you so so so much! Even if we were freaking each other out! You are one amazing woman and I can’t wait to see you again one day I hope soon!!!
Glad you enjoyed it. I am hoping to make the next one!
I have heard nothing but good things about this event. I am glad you had such an enjoyable time!