Glamping in Kelowna One of the highlights from our time in Kelowna was glamping with Unique Canvas Luxury Camping. We’ve been glamping before, but this was the first time sharing the experience as a family of four. Coincidentally, the weekend prior was also the first time we went camping together as a family. Experiencing both […]
How to Explore New York City on a Budget
New York is one of my favorite cities in the world. I lived there for six years, have run NYC tours, written a guidebook about New York, and I return often. To me, it is ‘the Capital of the World’. Practically every culture and nationality is represented here: it’s home to almost 10 million people […]
Moutcha Bay Resort in Nootka Sound, Vancouver Island, British Columbia
Nootka Sound, Vancouver Island BC Moutcha Bay Resort is a unique wildness resort located in beautiful Nootka Sound, on the West Coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia. It’s known for world class fishing, wildlife tours, sea kayaking, luxurious waterfront yurts and stunning views of Nootka Sound. We decided to visit Northern Vancouver Island for […]
What we learned on our first RV Camping trip (RV travel tips for beginners)
RV Camping tips for beginners This summer we did something for the first time. We rented an RV and explored the northern part of Vancouver Island in British Columbia. We’ve used an RV once before, but that was before kids. This blog post shares RV camping tips and lessons learned from our first family RV […]
Our experience at the Great Wolf Lodge in Niagara Falls, Canada
Great Wolf Lodge in Niagara Falls Picture this – your hotel has a massive water park and wave pool INSIDE the actual hotel. You don’t need to walk outside. You literally walk down the hall from your room, go down a flight of stairs and voila – you’re inside a 100,000 square foot water park. […]
Should you add San Juan to your travel wish list?
Should you add San Juan to your travel wish list? Located on the north-eastern coast of Puerto Rico, San Juan is the capital and largest city on this fascinating Caribbean island. Given it’s prime location in the heart of the Caribbean, it’s no surprise that Puerto Rico is one of the most popular vacation destinations […]
8 Things to do in New Brunswick with kids
Today’s post shares some of the fun things we did on our road trip around New Brunswick. Our hope is that one or two of these adventures will spark your curiosity about this under-rated Canadian province. Who knows, maybe you’ll find yourself in the presence of the world’s highest tides one day, too! This collection of […]
Why You Should Visit the Mosel Valley in Germany this summer
Mosel Valley in Germany A tired old tractor spits out a cloud of smoke as it passes by, slowly rolling down the single lane road. The streets are empty as the village is slowly wakes up. The rising sun creeps over the valley and makes its daily appearance, taking a bite out of the damp […]
