Accommodations
Winter Warmth and Adventure on the Shores of the Bras d’Or Lake in Whycocomagh, Cape Breton
On the edge of Inverness Country, Cape Breton nestled on the shore of the beautiful, vast Bras d’Or Lake is the small community of Whycocomagh and the humbly luxurious Keltic Quay Lodge – a perfect starting (and ending) point for anyone visiting Nova Scotia’s famous Cabot Trail. Whereas most visitors associate the
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Kiahuna Plantation Resort | High Value on a Low Budget in Kauai
Affordable family vacation and Hawaii’s island of Kauai are not generally synonymous. Although most of the island is exceptionally expensive, your accommodations don’t have to be at the Kiahuna Plantation Resort. Located on the sunny south shore in Poipu, this 35-acre beachfront property offers spectacular sunset views, sprawling grassy lawns,
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In and Out of The Loop in Chicago
Have you heard of “The Loop”? Many of Chicago’s must-see sights are found in this eight by five block area in the heart of downtown – including the Theatre District. Enjoy everything from current Broadway hits to spirited revivals during 2019’s celebration of The Year of Chicago Theatre. Venture outside The Loop
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Embrace Your Inner Pirate in Magical Dominica
Mentioning to friends I was travelling to Dominica, they all replied, “oh, you mean the Dominican Republic.” No, I mean, Dominica, a tiny island off the coast of Venezuela, close to Guadeloupe, Montserrat and St. Lucia. It has the ocean, mountains and rainforest all within a close range of the
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Pack with Purpose for the Turks and Caicos
Turks and Caicos is an archipelago of 40 coral islands with the gateway island of Provo, short for Providenciales, home to the sprawling Grace Bay Beach, with luxury resorts, restaurants and shops. The British Overseas Territory sits in the Atlantic Ocean southeast of the Bahamas. The trip started before we even
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VIVO Resorts Mexico: A Hidden (but not for long!) Family-Friendly Gem in Puerto Escondido
Welcome to Oaxaca, Mexico! One of the 31 states located in southeast Mexico inhabiting 4 million people. Right on the Pacific coast, you’ll find the town of Puerto Escondido (meaning hidden port) growers of chocolate and coffee alongside other authentic Mexican cuisines. Only 14 km from downtown Puerto Escondido and
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Single Parent Tax? How to Avoid the Single Supplement Charge on Your Vacation
Families come in all different shapes and sizes and single parent families are no exception. In fact, single parents often juggle the needs of dual parenting roles in the family in addition to jobs, activities, homework, and household. With all the responsibilities laid upon single parents, there is little time
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How To Have a Hawaii All Inclusive Vacation
It’s time to plan a vacation. You want a nice tropical getaway, an all-inclusive vacation so you can check in for seven nights, your meals and drinks covered, to make it super easy to get into vacation mode. The all-inclusive vacation where flights, accommodations, transfers, meals and drinks included in
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Living the Dream at Jamaica’s Bluefields Bay Villas
With two toddlers and a full-time job, I frequently feel like my days (and nights) are an endurance test. Sometimes—like when I’m changing the diaper of one squirming child as the other is getting into my makeup and our dinner is in danger of burning—I fantasise about a world in
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Ottawa Keeps Us Coming Back For More!
Let’s be honest, no matter which season or how many times you visit, there’s always a reason to come back to Ottawa. Hop on a flight, take a drive, or my personal favourite, go VIA Rail and take in the views with the added stress. Our Nation’s Capital is always
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