When I started my travel blog, I wasn’t thinking about how many different ways it could eventually make money. Like a lot of travel bloggers, I started by sharing our travels and tips that worked for my family. Over time, that turned into destination guides, family travel advice and resources designed to help other families […]
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7 Things I Check the Week Before an International Trip
Even after years of international travel, the week before a trip always feels a little chaotic. There are bags to pack, reservations to double-check and approximately 100 things competing for my attention before I walk out the door. But there are a handful of things I check before every international trip. Some of these take […]
5 Days in El Salvador With Teens: An Adventure-Filled Family Itinerary
El Salvador was not really on my radar for a family vacation until the opportunity came up to visit on a mom and son trip with a friend and our boys. It ended up being one of those trips that surprised me in all the best ways. For families with teens who like adventure, El […]
Should You Travel Without Your Kids? Why I Still Take Trips Without Mine
I love traveling with my kids. Some of my favourite memories with my boys have happened while we were traveling. We have slept in the desert in Jordan, eaten our way through Japan, watched professional sports in cities across North America and experienced the Serengheti during the Great Migration. But I also travel without them. […]
Popular Vietnam Souvenirs: What to buy in Vietnam
When planning a trip, there are plenty of Vietnam souvenirs to look out for on your travels. But if you do not know what to buy in Vietnam, by the time you get to the end of this post, you will have plenty of ideas of what to buy in Vietnam. This post outlines all […]
The Best Souvenirs from Peru (And What I Would Skip Next Time)
Peru is one of those destinations where souvenir shopping is almost part of the experience. Between colourful markets, small artisan shops and stalls filled with textiles, pottery and handmade goods, there is plenty to tempt you. And while you will have no trouble finding the usual Peru t-shirts, llama keychains and Machu Picchu magnets, there […]