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 is a highlights video of our stay at this ... read more
8 Reasons to Take a Carnival Cruise with Your Family
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 myself sorting them all into specific groups, and realized that my photo organization in itself laid the foundation for ... read more
Now Open – Nickelodeon Hotels & Resorts Punta Cana
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 been very excited for this opening for quite some ... read more
The Algonquin Resort in New Brunswick
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. This iconic resort features a tudor-style main building, which is very castle-like. It has elegant verandas, a rooftop ... read more
Edmonton Where to Stay, Where to Play
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. For us it was the perfect August getaway, a weekend getaway to stay and ... read more
St. Andrews by-the-Sea in New Brunswick
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 made was most unexpected. We arrived in St, Andrews during their market on the main street {which ... read more
Where to Play and Stay with your Family in Calgary Alberta
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 a city that bursts with things to do and places to see. Since we've been there countless times, there ... read more
7 Tips For Travelling With Toddlers
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 your children to have fun as well. Your toddler may not remember much about their vacation, but you still want to make ... read more
A Family Stay in Saint John New Brunswick
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 prime city for visitors to visit when in this maritime province. As well, it's also a port stop for cruise ships coming from the ... read more
Best of the Moncton Area – Travel New Brunswick #LetsGoNB
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 drive to our hotel, the Delta Beauséjour Hotel. A charming and friendly hotel, our family of five very much enjoyed ... read more
The Importance of Family Vacations
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 refuel and reconnect. These are the times that I look forward to most. As a family, we are a team. We all work hard, ... read more
Clam Digging in Prince Edward Island
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 leading maker of memories and experiences for travellers. Clam digging is just one of ... read more
Win a Stay at Velas Vallarta Mexico at the #VelasVacation Twitter Party!
On our recent family vacation to Puerto Vallarta Mexico, my husband and I were relaxing by the pool one afternoon, talking about what we love most about the location. In no particular order, these were mentioned: palm trees, the scent of salty air mixed with flowers, the warm sun, crashing waves, delicious food, pampered service, great drinks, birds chirping, fun activities, room service ... ok, maybe there was ... read more
Velas Vallarta Mexico – Family Travel Review
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. After leaving Velas Vallarta, my husband and I agree in our thinking that, "that was one absolute good ... read more
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