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6 Kid-Friendly Adventures on Vancouver Island

Posted on: September 23, 2016

Vancouver Island is approximately a two hour ferry ride from Vancouver’s Horseshoe Bay or Tsawassen Bay Ferry Terminals. The island is a children’s paradise as there is an endless amount of activities and attractions that will keep the kids entertained and interested – whether they are searching for sea treasures
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48 Hours in Stratford Ontario: Theatre, Food, Nature & Fun for the Whole Family

Posted on: August 19, 2016

If you were to offer me 48 hours in any Ontario city, Stratford would always be among my top choices. In spring, summer, and fall it’s the kind of slow-paced city with enough going on that you’ll never be bored, while still providing the kind of laid-back feel that’s ideal
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The City of PLAY! 7 reasons why Rochester, NY is the perfect cross-border family getaway!

Posted on: July 15, 2016

I’ve always been a fan of cross-border shopping – any excuse to spend a few hours at Target and I’m in! But with the Canadian dollar reaching all-time lows this year, it’s been harder to justify traveling to the US just for shopping. If, however, there were a destination that
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Have an African Safari without leaving North America at Disney World Kilimanjaro Safari

Posted on: June 13, 2016

There’s more to Walt Disney World, in Orlando Florida, than Mickey Mouse and the Cinderella Castle. For those of us who will never make it to the African Savannah (make that most of us!), there’s good news: Disney World’s safari expedition in the Animal Kingdom is the next best thing.   Yes,
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Explore Elk Island National Park in Alberta

Posted on: May 23, 2016

Our National Park system never ceases to amaze visitors with its stunning array of scenery, animals and vegetation. Canadians are spoiled for choice! Elk Island National Park, east of Edmonton, is one of those gems. If you’ve lived in Edmonton your whole life and never visited Elk Island National Park,
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Why Family Vacations Matter… A Lot!

Posted on: May 11, 2016

Expenses, Stresses, and Busyness Aside… Family Vacations REALLY do matter!   In my life before children, I was a fairly avid traveler and I spent much of my non-traveling time dreaming about where I’d visit next. Since having kids, my love of travel has not waned, but my financial means
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4 Tips to Master The Art of Spring Cleaning and Organizing!

Posted on: April 23, 2014

By Sheri Bruneau What is it about the change to Daylight Savings Time that makes one want to clean up our homes? And when it comes to spring cleaning, it’s almost impossible not to throw in the word ‘organizing’ as well. Spring is a fantastic time to get out of
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Easy Easter Treats: Coconut Mini Egg Nests

Posted on: April 14, 2014

By Lisa Corcoran I wouldn’t exactly say that Easter is one of those big baking holidays in our family. Even though it is a time where our family comes together, and much of that time revolves around food, it’s not like Thanksgiving or Christmas when it comes to the traditional
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Après-ski for the Whole Family!

Posted on: March 28, 2014

Après-ski is just as important as when we were (cough) younger. Picture this: it’s been an awesome day on the slopes. Even magical perhaps as we carved out a few runs on our own in fresh powder while our kids were in lessons in the morning. And then we spent
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Skiing with Kids at an Unexpected Family Resort: Revelstoke Mountain Resort

Posted on: March 24, 2014

By Lisa Corcoran I practically grew up on skis. My siblings and I learned young and we spent our weekends at the local hill. Most Saturday mornings, we were dropped off with bagged lunches and a couple of dollars for hot chocolate. Skiing gave me a sense of independence. I
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