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What We Learned From Our First All Inclusive Vacation in Mexico with Kids

What We Learned From Our First All Inclusive Vacation in Mexico with Kids When our son was born my wife and I made the critical mistake of thinking we wouldn’t go to Mexico because “it’s no different than being at home with a baby except its w...

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Aqua Splash Park, Sylvan Lake

UPDATE! The Aqua Splash Park in Sylvan Lake is CLOSED for the 2020 summer season. But we'll definitely be adding this to our Alberta Bucket List for 2021! Image courtesy of Sylvan Lake Aqua Splash This summer the Aqua Splash Park will be open o...

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Explore: Kelley’s Bathtub in William A. Switzer Provincial Park

We spent a weekend at Gregg Lake camping, and drove by Kelley's Bathtub on the way to the campground. As we do, I quickly searched for images to see if it was worth a side-trip (it was). It turned out to be a fantastic afternoon spent with the kids, ...

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Camp: Kayaking and Trails at Gregg Lake Campground

Gregg Lake Campground, just north of Hinton, about 30 km, in William Switzer Provincial Park. An easy just over three hour drive from Edmonton, you're in the provincial park with lots of trails to explore, lakes to wade and swim in, or spend the d...

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Bucket List: Stay in a Cocoon Tree Bed in Cape Breton

Experience Update (Jan 2020): The Cocoon Tree Bed is no longer in Cape Breton, but there are other great camping options, including six front country campgrounds and one backcountry campground and oTENTiks. Visit the Cape Breton Parks Canada websit...

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Exploring Jasper: Source of the Springs Trail

While exploring Pocahontas Campground area, there are many things that you can explore. The 'Source of the Springs' trail is a short trail along Sulphur Creek leading to the natural sources of the Miette Hot Springs in Jasper National Park. It...

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Camp: Pocahontas Campground, Jasper National Park

The Pocahontas Campground is a secluded gem nestled just inside the east boundary of Jasper National Park, on Miette Road. This campground offers basic services including running water, fire pits and flush toilets. We spent the weekend camping in Jas...

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Travelling with Kids on VIA Rail

Travelling with Kids on VIA Rail has never been easier! With lower fares, on board activities and refreshments, everyone will have a great time! All Aboard! Train travel has always been on our travel bucket list. The idea of taking our kid...

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Snowshoeing at Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area

Grotto Canyon Ice Walk

Winter Glamping at Mount Engadine Lodge, Kananaskis

What to do in Fish Creek Park in Winter