With three all-inclusive Beaches Resorts in the Caribbean, and a fourth on the way in St. Vincent & The Grenadines, you may be wondering which property is the best one. What I’ve learned after visiting all three is that there isn’t one best Beaches Resort, but one that might be right for your family. In…
Mini-egg cookies
What’s hippity-hop happenin’, Easter lovers? There are only two times a year that I enjoy scarfing down milk chocolate treats: Halloween and Easter. The rest of the year, I’m a total dark chocolate snob. But when Easter rolls around, my craving for Mini-Eggs skyrockets. And this year, I decided I wanted Mini-Egg cookies. My friend…
Tips & hacks for the Iberostar Selection Bávaro Suites
Sometimes it doesn’t matter how much research you do before booking a trip. You may find yourself at a hotel or resort that initially doesn’t meet your needs or expectations; but with a few trusty hacks from families who’ve been there before, you can turn a good vacation into a great one. Such was the case…
Skiing tips for first-timers & families
If you’ve come here looking for expert skiing tips, you’re in the wrong spot. I’m a passionate skier, but by no means a double-black-diamond daredevil. And I’m also a relatively new skier who remembers what it was like just five years ago when I was looking for skiing tips of my own as we embarked…
20 awesome things to do in Mexico with kids
Whether you’re looking for a family fun in the sun at an all-inclusive resort or a day trip to see Mayan ruins, there’s always WOW-factor just around the corner when you visit Mexico with kids. From the Cancun Riviera and Cancun Hotel Zone to the stunning Riviera Maya and Tulum, get ready to learn more…
6 things to do at Sandpiper Bay Florida
Hands up, baby, hands up! If that familiar jingle doesn’t get you thinking about Club Med for your next family vacation, this post about 6 things to try at the Sandpiper Bay Florida all-inclusive resort sure will. If you’re a sports nut or a foodie, it’s worth a closer look. Because Sandpiper in Florida’s got…
Sourdough cinnamon rolls
Is there anything more divine you can make with sourdough discard that intertwines comfort food and dessert better than sourdough cinnamon rolls? Short answer: no. When you’re looking for sourdough discard recipes, you’ve found my personal favourite right here. It’s not the fastest recipe in the world, but it won’t take two days like some…
A “hidden gems” Ontario Provincial Parks map
Even people who don’t spend a lot of time visiting provincial parks in Ontario have probably been to or heard of the likes of Algonquin, Sandbanks and French River. But did you know we have more than 330 parks to explore across the province? I’m so excited to share this Ontario provincial parks map and…
Lake Ontario fishing with the Reel Mistress
According to Captain Steve, Lake Ontario fishing should be called Lake Awesome fishing. That’s how he and fellow sport fishers refer to the goldmine lurking in the deeper waters of Lake Ontario. And it’s all within easy reach of the Whitby marina, which the Captain’s boat — the Reel Mistress — calls home. Whether you’re…
Awesome road trips from Toronto
(This road trips from Toronto post was updated on June 26, 2023.) When more than half of your content is in the travel category and a global pandemic hits, shutting down international and provincial borders and making even something as simple as a weekend hotel stay questionable, you have to pivot. And fast. Welcome to…