Category: Travel

  • Help yourself to faster airport security this summer

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    It’s summer, you’ve been planning your big vacation for a while, and all you can think about is getting to the lake/beach/mountain (select dream location here). But with your mind’s eye fixed on your destination it’s easy to forget about the journey, particularly security screening at the airport. The good…

  • Celebrate #Canada150 at Canada’s Wonderland

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    I can’t imagine a more Canadian way to celebrate than a visit to Canada’s Wonderland, especially with the patriotic celebrations going on right now. For the month of July you can enjoy all-new Canadian-themed liver entertainment, special events, traditional Canadian food and of course many exciting rides. One of the…

  • Summer Vacations: What You Need For An Active Family Break

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    School’s out for summer! That means it’s time to pack up and head off on vacation. There are so many different vacation types out there to suit families, and each year thousands of families will plan a road trip to enjoy an active family break. It’s easy to find locations…

  • A Couple’s Escape to the Islands of Loreto

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    I was enjoying the passing scenery while bouncing along a dusty gravel road in a packed shuttle bus with my husband. There were several varieties of cacti dotting the desert, with the mountains resting in the distance. Our heavy-footed driver took a quick turn then eased onto the brakes just…

  • Save Big On Your Next Trip

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    Before you had kids you were able to celebrate the privilege of spontaneity. You could jump in the car and head off to the airport and buy a ticket for the first flight out of there, no questions asked. What was a couple of hundred bucks back then? This somewhat…

  • Find fun all year long at Canada’s Wonderland

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    I’ve been a regular attendee of Canada’s Wonderland since it opened way back when I was still in the single digits. It was an annual tradition with my family and one I always looked forward to. My children found their love for roller coasters and thrill rides at Canada’s Wonderland,…

  • Making Memories at Muskoka Woods

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    Summer camp brings back memories of capture the flag, campfire stories and late night chats with new friends. It was a chance for a little freedom and adventure, and the opportunity to make memories that last a lifetime. This year my children will be making their own summer camp memories…

  • Stay, Eat, Go: Amelia Island

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    Florida is known for sandy beaches, golf courses and theme parks but that is just the tip of the iceberg for the Sunshine State. It is also the perfect getaway for nature enthusiasts and eco-travelers. Amelia Island, located off the North East Coast of the state, is just one of…

  • That Time I Sort-of Met Letterman and Developed a Passion for Travel

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    I developed a passion for travel as a teenager, but didn’t get to fully realize that passion until I was in my thirties. However, I did enjoy many weekend camping trips and day trips to beaches and theme parks. Having a child young meant that my priorities shifted away from…

  • Where It All Began

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    I was bit by the travel bug when we went on our one and only family vacation. It was a road trip from Ontario to Florida, with a two day stop in Virginia to visit family. I was 16 years old and traveling with my parents, my older sister and…