With the cooler weather in the north comes trips to warmer locales, where it is the rainy season. While travel planning can be exhaustive, ensuring that you stay healthy during and after your trip is always a concern. If you are of child bearing age, the Zika virus is one that you need to know about. What is the Zika virus? The Zika virus was first discovered in the mid 1940’s. Zika primarily spreads through infected Aedes species mosquitoes. It is also sexually transmitted and spreads … [Read more...] about Understanding the Zika Virus
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Cruising with Carnival: All You Need to Know
When we choose to set sail on a cruise ship, we have many options including which cruise line to choose. If you are considering Carnival Cruise Lines for your next sailing, here is a round-up of blog posts about cruising with Carnival. If you are looking for details about specific Carnival ships or information about menus and activities, we've got you covered here. 13 Things To Do On Carnival Imagination Cruise Ship While I think I could just sit by that pool for the duration of a … [Read more...] about Cruising with Carnival: All You Need to Know
Stay, Eat, Go: Calgary
Before my first visit to Calgary, the 1988 Olympics and the Stampede made up my entire knowledge of the city. A quick autumn drive through the city on my way to the airport a couple of years ago did little to alter that. Thankfully I was able to expand that vision when I visited Calgary earlier this year. The vision I now have of the city includes a vibrant urban centre with an active outdoor culture and a burgeoning art scene. In one week, I became so endeared with the city that I considered … [Read more...] about Stay, Eat, Go: Calgary
Find Luxury at the Hilton Garden Inn Palm Beach Gardens
Thank you to The Palm Beaches and Hilton for hosting my family. All opinions are my own. After two days on the road with three kids, the bright lobby of The Hilton Garden Inn Palm Beach Gardens was a welcome sight. Located in Palm Beach County, the hotel has a luxurious coastal aesthetic with exotic gardens that fit the overall feel of the Palm Beaches. With a one-mile walking path around the area, two footbridges leading to downtown and just across the street from The Gardens Mall, there is … [Read more...] about Find Luxury at the Hilton Garden Inn Palm Beach Gardens
Stay, Eat, Go: The Palm Beaches
Palm Beach County is situated on the Atlantic coastline and is made up of 39 cities, including Jupiter, Palm Beach Gardens, West Palm Beach, Delray Beach and Boca Raton. Just a two-hour drive to Orlando or Miami, the Palm Beaches makes an ideal central location for visitors looking for beaches, theme parks and the city. Even more convenient, Florida’s new Brightline train service is currently running from West Palm Beach to Fort Lauderdale and Miami, with future plans to connect in … [Read more...] about Stay, Eat, Go: The Palm Beaches
Don’t Miss Guanabanas in Jupiter, Florida
When I ask my children what they enjoyed the most about a trip, my daughter very often remembers the food. She is my adventurous child who is willing to try new things and enjoys the atmosphere in local restaurants. When we heard about Guanabanas in Jupiter, Florida, we were hooked on the name alone, but we had no idea what a hidden treasure it really was. The Atmosphere The restaurant offers valet parking since the free parking lot is a couple of blocks down the road, but we chose to park … [Read more...] about Don’t Miss Guanabanas in Jupiter, Florida
