Earth Day At the Toronto Zoo
Although Earth Day was earlier this week, you can still get in on the action today and tomorrow at the Toronto Zoo. The kids and I headed out to the zoo early this morning and had a lot of fun checking...
View ArticleCanada’s Wonderland Opening Day!
Its that fantastic time of year again, when its warm and sunny and Canada’s Wonderland opens for another season. Okay so it is not exactly warm and sunny out just yet but as I’ve stated in a previous...
View ArticleMother’s Day Escapes
It’s that time a year again when spouses and children start frantically searching for the perfect Mother’s Day gift. Here is a list of my favourite Mother’s Day Escapes in and around Toronto. The Four...
View ArticleRainy Day Activities in Toronto
You have probably already checked this week’s forecast. If you haven’t, don’t! I can save you some time. It is going to rain Toronto. So what are you going to do with your kids? Here is a list of my...
View ArticleFree Things to Do on Toronto Islands Centre Island
Don’t get me wrong, I love Centreville on Toronto’s Centre Island, the Toronto Island amusement park. My kids and I have spent many a magical day there exploring and having fun. That being said every...
View ArticleTaking it Easy at Canada’s Wonderland
I have been visiting Canada’s Wonderland alone with my two kids since they were both quite small. I love the open space when the park first opens in Spring. As they grow taller, the trip becomes even...
View ArticleWoofstock
It’s been 11 years since Woofstock originally set the tails of Toronto’s elite dogs wagging in the historic St. Lawrence Market. The festival has now grown so popular that this year’s event taking...
View ArticleVisiting the Toronto Beaches
It is summer in Toronto and one of the most popular neighbourhoods in summer is also my home. The Toronto Beaches, or the Beach, as its known to locals is a great place to visit on a beautiful summer...
View ArticleTime Tremors Treasure Hunt at the AGO
To say we like pirates is a bit of an understatement. When someone mentions the words Treasure Hunt my kids jump at the chance. Last week, we were invited to the Art Gallery of Ontario (“AGO”) to try...
View ArticleWhittamore’s Farm
If your kids are growing up in a city like mine, in our case Toronto, you might have an urge to take them to a farm every time they argue that chicken fingers don’t contain meat. Once you get to the...
View ArticleDeerhurst Resort
Moments ago, we returned from Deerhurst Resort, relaxed and refreshed from our mid-week escape. On our drive home, I was able to chat with the kids about what they liked best and reflect on my feelings...
View ArticleWorld Pride 2014 with Kids
Whether you are gay, straight, lesbian or transgendered, you are always welcome at Toronto Pride. Each year, Toronto Pride hosts a section of Pride just for families. This year, with World Pride being...
View ArticleHorseshoe Resort Adventure Park
When I was first invited by Skyline Hotels to visit Horseshoe Resort for the opening of their Adventure Park this summer, I planned to come without my kids. With zip lining, mountain biking, adventure...
View Article5 Reasons to Head to Horseshoe Resort This Summer
When we were invited to spend a weekend at Horseshoe Resort, I figured why not check it out. In truth, I expected it to be very similar to other resorts we have visited in the area. There were definite...
View ArticleOh Canada!
Each year on Canada Day, I like to reflect on what a great country we live in. The kids and I are free to explore as we wish and have done some pretty awesome things in Canada. Here are a few on my...
View ArticleScandinave Spa
I’ve decided to take a week off from talking kids, Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas to talk about us moms. There are so many of you that I know personally as wonderful mothers living completely...
View ArticleWhistler BC Travel Guide: Luxury Girls’ Weekend Getaway
In one of Canada’s most picturesque locations, 2 hours north of Vancouver, lies the town of Whistler, British Columbia. Best known for its skiing, Whistler actually is a great place to visit year...
View ArticleTowneplace Suites Sudbury, Ontario
Having grown up in Sudbury, Ontario, I have traveled to the city over and over again in winter and summer. No matter what season you are headed north for, there is quite a bit to do in the Nickel City...
View ArticleA Night At the Ice Hotel in Quebec City, Quebec
When I first thought of visiting Hotel De Glace, an Ice Hotel in Quebec City, I knew I would only do it if I could bring Charlie, my four year old along. At first, I worried about whether she would...
View ArticleQuebec City Chateau Frontenac- A Hotel Fit for A Princess
When it was decided that Charlie and I would indeed visit the Hotel De Glace in Quebec City, I knew that this would be the perfect opportunity to take her to one of my favorite hotels in Canada, the...
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