For the last two summers, we have loaded up our family and taken massive road trips. Our kids are 11 and 13 now and we want to show them the United States! There is just so much natural splendor to see. They are old enough to remember the trips, appreciate the historical and cultural lessons, and we want to enjoy special time with them exploring before they go off to college. … [Read more...] about Our Summer Family Northeast Road Trip
Canada
Fairmont Chateau Laurier Ottawa Review
Ottawa is amazing. Put it on your bucket list. You will not be disappointed. Ottawa is the capital of Canada and it is located in southern Ontario, near the city of Montréal and the U.S. border. In fact, when we were planning our Northeast road trip, we had Montreal on our Canadian vacation destinations list and just added a night in Ottawa on whim. It turns out it was actually … [Read more...] about Fairmont Chateau Laurier Ottawa Review
5 Canadian Vacation Destinations for Families
For U.S. family travelers, Canada offers the perfect family vacation! It’s close and familiar but different from American destinations in important ways. For example, they eat more maple syrup, many of them speak French natively, and as a nation, Canadians are friendlier and more progressive than their neighbors to the south. By visiting Canada on your family’s next big trip, … [Read more...] about 5 Canadian Vacation Destinations for Families
Best Restaurants In Banff Canada
Banff, Canada is an absolutely wonderful destination. It is just gorgeous. We have been two spring breaks in a row now because we fell in love with its snow covered mountains. I hear the summer is even more amazing in Banff! There are always lots of fun things to do in Banff. We also returned to Banff because we loved the inviting, walkable streets of Banff and all the … [Read more...] about Best Restaurants In Banff Canada
Things To Do Banff Canada -Skiing Plus 9 More Fun Ideas
We just got back from an amazing trip to Banff, Canada. It was our first family ski trip ever and our first family trip to Canada. Banff is absolutely breathtakingly beautiful and we decided that we'd like to go back next year for spring break too. Next year, we will plan a longer trip because there are so many things to do Banff is a charming mountain town in the Canadian … [Read more...] about Things To Do Banff Canada -Skiing Plus 9 More Fun Ideas
From Vancouver To Kamloops: Scenic Drive In British Columbia
I love to travel. There is something about seeing new sights that makes you take notice of your surroundings and fully appreciate the beautiful details. I had been to British Columbia before and I was struck by the stunning wide open landscapes all set against the back drop of majestic mountains and contrasting colors. Needless to say, when I got invited by Ford to be a driver … [Read more...] about From Vancouver To Kamloops: Scenic Drive In British Columbia
Flicka 3: Behind the Scenes Movie Filming
If you had asked me a year ago, I would never have dreamed that I would be part of a press entourage that got to go behind the scenes of the Flicka 3 Movie! Flicka: Country Pride is a Twentieth Century Fox Movie. The movie was filmed in an absolutely gorgeous location. It was so much fun to meet the Flicka 3 cast and crew, watch them work, and get to interview them. I will … [Read more...] about Flicka 3: Behind the Scenes Movie Filming