Disneyland Resort, California: Disney, On Your Terms
Having recently returned from a fun-filled #DisneyVacayCA in sunny Anaheim, California, I am invariably confronted with the following question: So, which one do you prefer, Disney World or Disneyland?...
View ArticleTransat Holidays: Introducing the Family Travel Expert (Me!)
The best partnerships are the ones that you have to initially keep hush about. Think about it: there’s just something so incredibly satisfying about having to wait to make the big announcement… and...
View ArticleFall in Love with Puerto Vallarta
The truth is, I want to tell you all about Puerto Vallarta… alas, I’ve never been. Instead, my husband spent a bachelor-style week there (appropriately so, since it was before we met), and I’ve had to...
View ArticleThis is Southern California Luxury: The Ritz-Carlton, Laguna Niguel
As a family travel contributor, I’m often asked about what I look for in a perfect family vacation. For the most part, my formula for making memories is pretty straightforward: take one part luxury...
View ArticleSet Your Current Location: Paradise
Well, technically it’s *my* current location, and that’s why I’ve been offline for a few days. HOLA AMIGOS! Greetings from the Azul Fives Hotel, by Karisma in the beautiful Mayan Riviera, Mexico. My...
View ArticleDo You Travel in Style?
It’s t-minus 24 hours until your epic vacation, and you’re staring at the already-full suitcase in front of you. You could close it right now, secure in the knowledge that you have the bare essentials...
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It’s Better than the Caramilk Secret.
Which really isn’t a secret at all. Um, hello? Food Network? They tour those candy plants all the time. It’s called “Unwrapped.” But what’s better than the Caramilk secret, you ask? The secret to truly...
View ArticleTempted to Visit Puerto Vallarta?
So here’s the thing. If you participated in our recent #VisitPV Twitter Party, you must be jonesing for a vacay down south. And who could blame you? Puerto Vallarta is a Mexican Beach resort city of...
View ArticleBeaches Resorts + #FamilyTravelCA = Paradise.
Brrr. Baby, it’s cold outside. And while the wind howls and the snow dusts the ground, I have thoughts of long sandy beaches, warm turquoise waters and drinks with tiny umbrellas. Sounds like the...
View ArticleCan a Flight Change Your Vacation?
You’ve planned your vacation; you’ve charged it to your credit card. You’ve taken time off work and taken the kids out of school and you’ve even arranged for someone to come and water your plant....
View ArticleStolen MOMents with Nikon
A few months ago, I shared a fabulous little tidbit: I’m a Nikon MOMents Blogger! As such, I’ll be documenting my life (nothing new) and special occasions with my Nikon D3300 camera (very new – and...
View ArticleDisneyland Resort, California: Disney, On Your Terms
Having recently returned from a fun-filled #DisneyVacayCA in sunny Anaheim, California, I am invariably confronted with the following question: So, which one do you prefer, Disney World or Disneyland?...
View ArticleWinter Escape: Walt Disney World!
As I sit in my home office, banging away at my keyboard, the light coming in through the window is hurting my eyes. Because it’s bright white. All over. As in, everything outside is covered with snow....
View ArticleOn the Journey to Extraordinary, There’s Always a Holiday Inn Hotel
NOTE: The following giveaway is open to Canadians only. I probably think *way too much* about the hotels I’m staying at. Whereas my husband simply asks if there’s available WiFi – and secondly, if...
View ArticleWhatever You Love, It Lives Here.
I’m pretty sure – in fact, I’m almost 100% certain – that in a past life, I was a Texan. Now before you laugh and say, “Sure, Lena!”…. think about it: I love big hair. In fact, I keenly subscribe to...
View ArticleFlying this March Break? Tips to Breeze through Security.
My family is no stranger to airports. In fact, I think of myself as somewhat of an expert on the subject of family travel. Yes, we’ve survived plane delays. Yes, I’ve prepared for mid-flight meltdowns....
View ArticleDo You Have Travel Fomo?
It happens to all of us. Whether it’s a photo on Instagram, a status update on Facebook, or – ahem – a post from one of your favourite bloggers, chances are, you’ve seen a beach, a cityscape, or even...
View ArticleA Hotel for Every Toronto Destination
I’ve been spoiled. I’ve lived in and around Toronto my entire life, so I often forget just how amazing it is. The vibe, the culture, the food, the arts… I could go on. (Did I mention the diehard Leafs...
View ArticleMeet Your Texas Traveller!
It all started with a simple photo contest, where I was asked to select four pictures which represented my ideal Texas vacation. Having never been, but possessing a strong desire to visit, I decided to...
View ArticleWin A Trip to Explore Quito at the #FamTimeQuito Twitter Party
It is literally the center of the world. With a latitude of 0-0’-0’’, Quito, Ecuador – situated in an Andean valley at the very foot of a Volcano – is like something out of a fairy tale. The old city...
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