Upon mention of Daytona Beach Florida, some would immediately think of the Daytona International Speedway and the iconic Daytona 500 NASCAR race. Some would assimilate the location to beautiful iconic sand beaches, or the recognizable Bandshell concert stage. Daytona Beach on Florida’s Atlantic coast is all those common assimilations, and now for us, it’s the…
Recently my children and I went to Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun, and to say it was an ‘amazing trip’ is greatly understated. You could call this trip a group vacation or reunion, and in that definition: ‘simply a fabulous location to come together and celebrate’. You see, myself and my kids have friends on the…
Sneak peek at the grand opening of Woodward Riviera Maya, an indoor action sports center at the Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya resort – Action sports meets all-inclusive! Woodward Riviera Maya While my oldest daughter has been in competitive cheerleading for many years now, it was just last summer that I was instructed on all things…
My family and I had the upmost pleasure of attending the Grand Opening of Nickelodeon Resort Punta Cana, located on the beautiful Uvero Alto Beach in the Dominican Republic. The location itself had special meaning. Being a new resort, I know many are seeking reviews and information, in order to plan their upcoming all-inclusive stay. First, here…
My family and I are back from a fantastic summer vacation with Carnival Cruise Lines, on their ‘Carnival Magic‘ ship. Our 7-day Western Caribbean cruise left us with so many lasting memories, and I have the 3,000 photos and videos to prove it! As I sat down and went through all my captures, I found…
The buzz over this opening has been great, and I’m happy to announce that Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana is now open for travellers! Karisma Hotels & Resorts and Viacom International Media Networks partnered to bring a five-star all-inclusive vacation property in the beautiful location of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. My family and I have…
During our stay in New Brunswick, we spent some time in St. Andrews by the Sea. It was a lovely town that totally captured my heart with so much to see and do. Yet, a big part of my love for this location had to do with our accommodations. Here is the incredible Algonquin Resort. …
Disclosure: I received IHG rewards points to facilitate Edmonton weekend away review. All opinions are 100% my own. To celebrate the end of one great summer break {and before the September chaos hit full swing}, our family took a weekend trip to Edmonton Alberta. This city, and Alberta’s capital, isn’t too far from where we call home….
After visiting the larger centres of Moncton and St John, we finished off our New Brunswick family trip in St Andrews by-the-Sea. This picturesque town is a place that completely stole my heart in the most unexpected of ways. I knew that I’d enjoy this leg in our trip, yet the vast impact which St. Andrews…
Disclosure: I received IHG rewards points to facilitate this review of this particular Calgary stay. All opinions are 100% my own. Calgary is a family-friendly city in Alberta that we visit often. Being so close to where we live, it’s one of our top choices for a weekend getaway. No matter what time of year, it’s…
Summertime is synonymous with hitting the road and taking in attractions and sights that are somewhat near. Road trips are tons of fun for the entire family, but these 7 tips for travelling with toddlers are sure to make your next trip perfect. Not only do you want to have a relaxing vacation, you want…
While our family was in New Brunswick, and after taking in Moncton, we made our way to Saint John, the most populous city in the province. This southern New Brunswick city lies right at the entrance to the Bay of Fundy and is relatively close to the Maine USA border. This makes Saint John a…
The first leg of our recent New Brunswick family trip was spent in Moncton. We flew into the small airport after a long weather delay in Calgary, and we immediately felt more relaxed. I quite enjoy flying into small airport for the ease in getting out and on our way. It was only a short…
The importance of family vacations is huge in my books. Not just for kids, but for parents too. From making memories, going on adventures, and relaxing – every family needs a vacation. I firmly believe that at least once a year you should pull your family away from the hustle and bustle of life to…
If someone told me that I’d one day be clam digging on the shores of Prince Edward Island, I’d most likely laugh. Yet there I was, rubber boots on and trudging in the iconic-red mud, whole-heartedly looking for that perfectly sized shellfish. The chance to go clam digging is possible thanks to Experience PEI, the Island’s…
When thinking of our time spent at Velas Vallarta in Puerto Vallarta Mexico, this phrase comes to mind: Happy Kids, Happy Vacation It’s true, we as a family had the best time, kids and adults included. This all-inclusive resort just a short drive from both the airport and Puerto Vallarta, really does cater to all….
When travelling, we always make a point to venture off the hotel or resort, explore the area, and talk with locals. It’s our way of fully soaking in the experience and getting to know the destination and the people – to the fullest. While taking in in Nayarit Mexico for the first time recently, we met…
May 2015 was a month of ‘Mexico’. Technically we were only there for a week, but looking at the photos I took over the course of May – Mexico was the biggest highlight for sure. So, when putting together my Month In Photos for May 2015, I loved the idea of dedicating a collage just…