The journey's as fun as the destination
Reviews
Telly Awards
With a record 14,362 entries from all 50 states and around the
world, this year's competition has been the most competitive and
successful in the long history of the Telly Awards. Founded in
1979, the Telly Awards is the premier award honoring outstanding
local, regional, and cable TV commercials and programs, the finest
film and video productions, and groundbreaking web commercials,
videos and films. Winners represent the best work of the most
respected advertising agencies, production companies, television
stations, and cable operators in the world.
iParenting
Media Awards
"We really liked how you could begin in one part of the country and
chose were you end up. The kids who acted on the show did a great
job. There jokes were perfect for a 6-8 year old to get. We enjoyed
the places that they went to also on the program."
"My children definitely want to visit many of the places on the video. They absolutely love the segment on the Vermont Teddy Bears and they also think that Space Camp in Alabama is somewhere we need to go. This video does a great job giving you a quick overview of some great destination for travelling with kids."
"My kids definitely like Emily and Alex. My son likes to pretend that he is Alex and takes his younger brothers on adventures. They are both silly without being goofy and they seem like they are enjoying the trips."
"It is nice that they appear to be adolescents who slightly younger kids can appreciate. The hosts are down to earth and genuine, which I like as a mother."
-- iParenting Media Awards' Reviewers
National
Parenting Center
This excellent DVD provides kids and parents with an entertaining
and educational glimpse at the United States. Utilizing a good mix
of silliness with facts, presented by charming hosts, it was easy
to stay focused and engaged throughout. As the viewer you can
choose where you want to go and which path you want to take. From
making a wooden boat in Maine to strolling the boardwalk in
Atlantic City the video always ties back to the theme. There are
quizzes along the way which was a great technique for keeping kids
focused on the show. The information is very accurate and
up-to-date, a tribute to the producers.
Dove
Foundation
“TripFlix” is fantastic from start to finish! Divided into sections
(East, Midwest etc.), this DVD takes you on a coast to coast tour
of the United States while uncovering many unknown places and
facts. The hosts, Alex and Emily are energetic teens who are
perfect for the job and downright hilarious at times. The DVD is
interactive and the viewer must answer multiple trivia questions
via the remote control as well as choose which part of the country
to visit.
Other than a couple of staged “gunfights”, one OMG, and Alex and Emily drinking Sarsaparillas in what look like beer bottles, “TripFlix” is refreshingly clean. “TripFlix” is not only good for a fact-filled family watch, but would also be a wonderful addition to any classroom. Exceptionally educational and entertaining at the same time, Dove eagerly awards the Dove "Family-Approved" Seal to “TripFlix”.
Coalition
for Quality Children's Media
Kids First! All-Star Award
"Congratulations on your effort to create exemplary programs for
children."
Parent To
Parent
Adding Wisdom Award
"GREAT Interactive DVD to have fun and enhance one on one knowledge
for the whole family while traveling in the car or just sitting in
your own home!"
Press Clippings
"So maybe you're not vacationing down south to see Grandma and Grandpa this summer. But that doesn't mean your kids can't take a tour of some of the best sites right here in the US! Check out TripFLIX - a cool new travel DVD series geared specifically toward kids. When the sun gets too hot this summer head inside and go on a guided adventure (there are 25 exciting destinations to choose from) with teen hosts Alex and Emily and visit places like the dolphin training pool at SeaWorld, space camp, and major league ballparks. Watch a video clip here and say hello to airplane-free traveling this summer!"
"Key (iParenting) winners include: TripFLIX, an interactive DVD that generates a custom adventure based on the users selections"
"A great family vacation itinerary should involve the whole family, says Fast, a 20-year-old theater major at NYU's Tisch School, "not something just Dad or just Mom really wants to see."
Fast and Woodhouse have gawked at automotive sculptures at
Nebraska's Carhenge, roped cattle in Montana and learned the finer
points of wooden boat building in Maine, thanks to a travel and
filming schedule that took them from coast to coast. And truth is,
theme parks get old.
"Disney World is fun," says Woodhouse, who just finished freshman
year at Catholic University, "but it can only last for so
long."
The whole point of travel for teens, they say, is discovering
something new."
"Choose worthwhile DVDs, such as TripFLIX, an interactive DVD for kids 6 to 12 that features 25 kid-friendly places to visit in the United States. "
"Young TripFLIX viewers can visit every destination on the DVD, or they can pick and choose regions of the country. Interactive trivia questions are interspersed throughout. A Special Features section offers bloopers and a segment in which Alex and Emily teach their viewers dance moves for the "TripFLIX Cha-Cha-Cha."
The dialogue is educational but off-the-wall enough to hold a kid's attention. There's a fake gristmill explosion. Alex's face gets carved into Mount Rushmore. And a lawn mower runs directly over a teddy bear, spewing stuffing far and wide, then the bear is repaired at the Vermont Teddy Bear Factory hospital. As the narrator says, "For even the cutest teddy bear, tragedy can strike at any moment."
"The videos are fast moving and interesting, and make every effort to show the inner workings of each place, with little known facts and interactive trivia games. This is the kind of DVD you could play on your portable DVD system in your mini-van, tailored to your family's interest on the way to a vacation destination."
Children's Technology Review March 2008 Editors' Choice
"I can see my younger self laughing at the jokes and wacky situations. The hosts are bouncy and cheerful and they work with what they're given. The material is presented in a fun way and they even have the random pop quizzes laced with trivia that's either fun (They used to make celery flavored jello) or just educational (The state capital of North Dakota is not Fargo)."
Bloggers
"if your kids enjoy Nickelodeon style teenaged banter they will enjoy this DVD. "
"TripFLIX will take your family on an adventure- and it’s up to you if you want to leave home or not! A family-friendly, fun-filled interactive DVD, TripFLIX features 25 exciting desitinations to learn about and experience. Watch from home or using your car’s DVD player and make the most of your family vacation this year!"
"From the backseat of the car via in-car or portable DVD player, kids are entertained while en route to your destination with adventures such as spelunking, learning how to build a boat, visiting a replica of Stonehenge made of cars and funky off-the-beaten-track sites."
"TripFLIX is a great way to enjoy the trip with something a bit more educational than sponge bob :-)"
"Both my 8 and 5 year old boys found it entertaining and the fact that this is an educational one for them, I am all for the 120 minutes of tv time.."
"TripFLIX is a fun, interactive DVD that takes families from boring everyday life in their Living Rooms to a fun vacation without even leaving the couch."
"The interactive adventures kept Sebastian entertained for hours which I normally wouldn't appreciate but seeing as how he was actually learning little known facts about places like Mount Rushmore and more, I didn't mind. "
"That is too stinkin cool. There are lots of great destinations to choose from, most of which I'd venture to guess may just be under your nose and you may have not even heard of them!"
"I think that you'll like this DVD to help in-car traveling boredom, but you'll also enjoy using it on a rainy day with the kids to plan future excursions."
"TripFLIX has more than 2 hours of content, including interactive quiz segments, funny banter from the teen hosts who serve as travel guides, and little known factoids about destinations such as Coney Island and Space Camp "
"My kids and I were glued to the TV when I hit play on the DVD player to watch TripFlix."
"Alex and Emily are very cool. My daughter enjoyed watching these two older kids show her the fun things we could do while traveling. They are funny and since they seem to be enjoying themselves really would help kids look forward to doing what they are doing!"
"The feature that Megan liked most about TripFLIX was the site-related trivia. The entire family sat and watched this together. TripFLIX is obviously designed for kids but it managed to hold adult interest as well."
"The TripFLIX DVD is a tool that will help families everywhere become local tourists. It's easy to think home is "boring", but perhaps TripFLIX can jump start some ideas and help you think outside the DVD box."
"TripFLIX is a great DVD to watch while driving to vacation, planning a vacation, or even just for entertainment."
"not only will you learn about all sorts of places in your own extended backyard, but it will keep the kids occupied in the car as well."
"Each destination is introduced by teen hosts Alex and Emily, who are wholesome and professional, yet not-at-all stiff. In fact, there’s just the right amount of silliness, which made four-year-old Kyle laugh out loud, and even evoked a smile from sometimes-moody tween Amanda."
"I love that this DVD shows what different states have to offer, and also gives some history facts about locations and destinations."
"One big issue in our house is getting the kids to want to do something without a visual. I think Tripflix comes in handy here by giving the kids plenty of visual about all sorts of places. "
"Whether you are getting ready to embark on a real journey or just pretend, TripFLIX will take you on a choose your own adventure.!"
"My 5-year-old daughter LOVES this video. It's very fun and fast paced, and it even introduced ME to some kid-friendly destinations I wasn't aware of."
"I thought, "OK, cool, my kids always love videos." We popped it in and began watching. We soon found out that this is so much more than your typical video to keep the kids occupied for a little while. It is incredible!"
"TripFLIXis a fun-filled interactive DVD that features some of the coolest child-friendly places to travel across the U.S. This family travel DVD is designed to help families choose a unique vacation destination, and also to keep children entertained en route to that unique destination."
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