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Fun Activities To Fill A Screen-Free Weekend

- entertainment,family-life
- July 25, 2023
Fun Activities to Fill a Screen-Free Weekend

From time to time we like to press the reset button and go for a screen-free weekend. Here are some fun ideas to make that seem not so scary.
- family-life,travel
- February 28, 2020
How to Pack Minimally for a Warm Weather Vacation

From choosing a colour palette to creating a base outfit, we've got packing light (only taking a carry-on!) for a warm weather vacation down to a science.
- travel
- December 18, 2019
The Myth of the Perfect Family Vacation

Perfection is just not attainable when you’re taking kids out of their routines and comfort zones while heaping on loads of expectations.
- family-life
- March 22, 2018
8 Amazing things to do in Montreal with kids – all year long

You know Montreal as one of Canada's classiest and most cultural cities, but it's also an ideal (and affordable) spot for your next family vacation. Here are the top family activities to check out all year round.
- travel
- November 2, 2017
Montréal With Kids: 7 Fun Things to Do in Fall

Autumn is a great time to visit Montréal with the kids—there’s no shortage of indoor activities if winter comes a little early this year. Here are 7 family-fun things to do in Montréal this fall.
- family-life
- August 4, 2017
What you need to know before attempting a multigenerational trip

With the possibility of free babysitting and if you're lucky, a generous relative footing part of the bill, multigenerational trips are oh-so appealing.
- mom-101
- July 12, 2017
Your Kids Don’t Give A Sh*t About Your Summer Activities And Bucket Lists

“Stop making that noise, it makes me want to throw squirrels.
- family-life
- July 31, 2021
Family Vacations for Kids who Love Cars

Cars 3 is finally here! And it’s a smash hit! It’s hard to believe it’s been 11 years since the release of the first Cars, the Pixar movie that taught me DVDs could actually be worn out.
- family-life
- July 31, 2021
Top 5 Attractions for Visiting Winnipeg with Toddlers and Kids

Summer in Canada always seems to take its sweet time arriving, but finally it’s on the horizon.
- family-life
- June 2, 2017
What You Need to Know Before Attempting a Multigenerational Trip

With the possibility of free babysitting and if you're lucky, a generous relative footing part of the bill, multigenerational trips are oh-so appealing.
- No Category
- February 23, 2017
Ste. Anne’s Spa: The Ultimate Friendship Goal

The most distinctive thing about Ste.
- travel
- December 14, 2016
Book This and Never Fear Travelling with Kids Again!

As the winter days draw in and the nights stretch out ahead of us in Canada, there's one word that keeps running through our minds.
- travel
- December 12, 2016
That Was a Trip, NOT a Vacation

Everything had been planned out, we were going to load into the car and go for a wonderful mini family vacation.
- parenting
- December 8, 2016
The Best Gift You Can Give Mom? Alone Time

There is one absolutely memorable present for mom's this holiday season that just can't be wrapped.
- travel
- November 11, 2016
Jewel Runaway Bay review

Need a family getaway that involves a beach, waterpark, great food and yet won't make your bank account scream? Then you have to take a closer look at Jewel Runaway Bay on Jamaica's northern coastline.
- travel
- November 11, 2016
Beaches Negril Resort & Spa review

Beaches Resorts are widely considered the ultimate in luxury all-inclusives for families.
- parenting
- September 6, 2016
I Need a Vacation to Recover from My Family Vacation

‘Did you read any good books while you were away?' my best friend asked when I called her after returning from a four day vacation in Mexico with my four-year old.
- travel
- August 24, 2016
A Guide to Family Vacations in Panama

When your kids are at an age where there are no more sleep schedules, they can wait to go to the bathroom until you reach the next pit stop and crying fits don't linger past a few minutes (yippee), it's time to consider a bespoke #famjam in Panama.
- family-life
- August 8, 2016
RV-ing Across Canada

RV-ing across Canada can be a lot of fun, especially when it comes to choosing a great RV destination.
- family-life
- July 29, 2016
Top Tips for Staying Safe When Traveling With Kids

When we travel, we travel as a family.
- family-life
- July 26, 2016
5 Things to Do with Your Children This Summer

Fоr a family with small сhіldrеn, a bіg fаmіlу vacation іn thе ѕummеr isn't аlwауѕ аn орtіоn.
- family-life
- July 14, 2016
Planning a Family Camping Vacation

A family camping vacation can be a lot of fun once you finally get set up at the campground.
- No Category
- July 8, 2016
CBC Radio Interview: How to Survive a Family Road Trip

Are you about to set out on a family road trip this summer? Feeling a bit nervous? Have no fear, it can be done, and done successfully.
- family-life
- June 24, 2016
How We Had an Awesome Family Staycation and Why You Should Too

We love to travel as a family but with the loonie trending low, we have decided to cancel our annual US road trip this year in favour of destinations closer to home.
- travel
- June 27, 2016
Planning a Staycation

Why do we love a family staycation? We get to travel close to home, stay overnight in a hotel, and explore all there is to see and do in that area, right here in our own backyard.
- mom-101
- April 19, 2016
My CBC News Segment: Travel with Confidence

Yesterday was quite a whirlwind. I was asked last minute (as always) to go on CBC News Network to talk about vacation rental properties. (An Ontario family recently shelled out $10,000 for a one week house rental in the Bahamas that turned out to be a dum
- family-finance
- July 31, 2021
Saving for a Vacation

I'm terrible with money.
- attractions
- July 4, 2016
The 15 Best Places to Take the Kids in Toronto

Looking for some fun things to do with the kids? We've rounded up all of our favourite picks and places to take the kiddos that we've featured over the years. Just for you.
- mom-101
- March 2, 2016
Think Outside the Island Destination Box: Family Travel in Costa Rica

For many years Costa Rica was thought of as a travel haven for backpackers and thrill seekers. There were very few all-inclusive resorts and it was just not a “Family Travel” destination. This's all changing! Central America has become a much sought
- family-life
- February 19, 2016
Vacation Fails

Travel writers travel a ton, but vacation rarely. Last week I decided to mix business with pleasure when attending a girlfriend's destination wedding. Trouble is, I'm out of practice when it comes to vacations, so the huz and I were screwing up all ov
- mom-101
- February 18, 2016
Vacation Fails

Travel writers travel a ton, but vacation rarely. Last week I decided to mix business with pleasure when attending a girlfriend's destination wedding. Trouble is, I'm out of practice when it comes to vacations, so the huz and I were screwing up all ov
- travel
- July 5, 2016
The SavvyMom Guide to Walt Disney World: How to Do Disney World Like a Pro
- family-life
- February 3, 2016
Pregnant Canadian Refused Test To Diagnose Zika Virus

A woman who recently travelled to Brazil is asking to be tested for the Zika virus
- family-life
- January 26, 2016
What You Need to Know About the Zika Virus

New evidence suggest a link between the Zika Virus in expecting moms and serious birth defects
- mom-101
- January 14, 2016
A Radium Retreat

You know how a person can go on vacation and it's so much that you get home and think “I need a vacation from my vacation.” That's exactly what I went through over the holidays. The husband and the kids and I headed out over to Vancouver Island f
- travel
- December 7, 2016
Thinking about a Disney Cruise? Here’s How to Make the Most of It

Considering a Disney Cruise, or have one on the calendar this year? Read on for our 'been there, done that' tips and tricks to make sure you get the best Disney Cruise experience possible.
- mom-101
- November 25, 2015
Disney MagicBand 101

This past summer during our Walt Disney World Resort vacation, we were introduced to the wonderful world of MagicBands. We've been to Disney several times, but this last visit was the first time MagicBands were available to us. Having used the old “k
- family-life
- November 23, 2015
Our Family Vacation

One week in and I finally got around to posting our vacation photos. We left for Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, very early in the morning on November 7th. The trip to our hotel was relatively easy, Magnus napped a bit, played, we ate snacks and walke
- family-life
- November 16, 2015
My Favourite Vacation Looks

Packing for vacation is a total headache for a girl like me who likes wearing different outfits each day. I'm always scared to place my luggage on the scale at the airport! On the way home from a trip that airport scale is never my friend since I obviousl
- mom-101
- October 19, 2015
A Remote Jamaica Vacation with a Toddler

We've always gone the resort route when visiting Jamaica, but this remote Jamaica vacation to Port Antonio with a toddler in tow sounds like a wonderful adventure.
- mom-101
- September 9, 2015
5 Reasons to Have a Staycation Instead of a Vacation

Thinking of staying close to home for your next vacation? Here are 5 compelling reasons why that's a great idea! Staycation for the win!
- mom-101
- July 22, 2015
Ending The Trip… The Guilt Trip

Will picked up a new skill on our vacation. It came out of nowhere and he's incredibly talented at it! No, it's not riding a two-wheeler, which I still have hopes will happen this week. It's not...
- mom-101
- July 22, 2015
Realistic Summer Expectations

Summer vacation, I always have such high expectations and I get so darn excited when the time leads up. High and happy expectations for really fun summer
- family-life
- July 20, 2015
Doing the Vacation Dance

And we are officially in vacation mode! FINALLY!! We have not had any vacation time together since Christmas. To say some quality family time is overdue is an understatement.
- family-life
- July 13, 2015
Vacation Lessons We’ve Learned the Hard Way

We are participating in a blogging “round robin” today, in which different bloggers write about the same topic, and then their readers can check out several different perspectives on the same topic...
- family-life
- July 6, 2015
Toronto Star Article – Surviving a Family Road Trip

How to survive a family road trip with kids. Tips and advice from Multiple Mayhem Mamma blogger Samantha Kemp-Jackson.
- family-life
- June 10, 2015
Top 10 Beach Reads to Keep You Busy This Summer Vacation

With the nice weather now upon us and many of you preparing your summer vacations, I've had a lot of people come up to me to ask me for book recommendations.
- mom-101
- May 13, 2015
7 Must-See Attractions in California

California is the home of many sights and attractions that you can't miss! Because of this, any trip to California is sure to be a busy one! Not sure what to add to your travel itinerary while in this beautiful state? Here are a few must-see attrac
- family-life
- May 8, 2015
Getaway Vacation Ideas for Women

With kids, your days are not your own anymore, that's why we need to give ourselves a break. Our getaway vacation ideas for women will help you get started.
- home
- May 4, 2015
Road Trip Tricks

Add these items to your bag then next time you are travelling with the kids
- mom-101
- April 19, 2015
Having a Toddler Has Ruined My Vacation Vibe

I work to travel. I spend countless hours devising ways to get out of town every week whether it's just for a weekend, or for a week in a foreign country.
- family-life
- March 30, 2015
New Alternatives for Vacation Packages to Mexico

Life is full of adventures Have you been dreaming of a vacation that lasts a little bit longer than the standard? Most vacation packages are only a week a length – by the time you have settled in and are really relaxed you have to… Life is full of
- mom-101
- March 25, 2015
A glimpse Inside Our Maui Vacation

Our family just came back from a restful 12-day vacation in Maui. We'd been to Maui before, but like most trips, we search out new activities, hotels and restaurants, so our experience is never the same. While we spent a bit of time in the lovely Wail
- mom-101
- March 23, 2015
Big! Kid! Vacation!

By Jac Our Spring break is drawing to a close around here, and we are definitely ready for the routine of school. Particularly my husband (a teacher) who can't wait to go back to work where he can ...
- family-life
- March 2, 2015
Best Medications to Travel With

If you've ever been sick while on vacation, you know just how important it is to pack certain medications with you. If travel is in your future, consider toting these meds with you with you on your next vacation. Naturally, I'm no medical doctor, just
- family-life
- February 20, 2015
Beach Vacation Essentials for Babies and Toddlers

It must be the cold weather that's getting to me because lately I have been obsessing about warm weather vacations.
- family-life
- February 9, 2015
Vacation vs Staycation for Spring Break and Family Day Weekend

How far in advance do you make plans for spring break? We usually have a rough idea early in the New Year about where we'd like to go and book by mid-February (is that late?). This year, we're Maui bound. While I'm looking forward to tropical breeze
- mom-101
- January 28, 2015
5 Reasons to Rent From Airbnb on Your Next Vacation

Whenever I'm at home too long, I start to get the travel itch. The need to wander is strong with me and so when it comes to finding travel accommodations, I like to keep my mind open. I'm just as happy in our RV, as I am in a vacation home, or in a fi
- attractions
- June 5, 2016
Celebrate the Season at Great Wolf Lodge

The holiday season means that moms need to make a plan for what to do with the kids before, during and after all the festivities, and we have the perfect destination. Get thee to Great Wolf Lodge between November 29 and December 23 to experience their Winter Wonderland.
- attractions
- June 5, 2016
Celebrate the Season at Great Wolf Lodge

The holiday season means that moms need to make a plan for what to do with the kids before, during and after all the festivities, and we have the perfect destination. Get thee to Great Wolf Lodge between November 29 and December 23 to experience their Winter Wonderland.
- family-life
- October 20, 2014
Finding a Vacation Babysitter or Child Care

How to ensure the kids are well-cared for without spending all your spare time looking for a suitable vacation babysitter or child care.
- family-life
- September 24, 2014
My Beach Vacation Essentials

When I'm packing for a trip, the most important thing is to have room for my shoes. Packing space is tight, so I'd much rather leave behind a moisturizer than cute sandals.
- family-life
- August 25, 2014
Packing Light on Vacation

Packing light is an art of practicality and a test in minimalism. As the years pass and we've taken more trips as a family of four, I've received a first hand education on how to pack light on vacation.
- home
- August 7, 2014
Photos From Our Muskoka Vacation

I can't believe we waited two years to come back to Muskoka, our first trip was so amazing I don't know why we don't do it every year. We spent four days and three nights in Muskoka last weekend at the JW Marriott.
- home
- July 15, 2014
How to Get Summer Organized

Summer is here and nothing makes me happier than some extra relaxation and fun times in the sun. Sometimes it is hard to get everything ready for summer and at times
- family-life
- July 7, 2014
Vacation Week (Finally!!)

Another Monday already!! I'm now 30 weeks pregnant, only 10 to go! Yihaw!! We're on holidays this week and I'm so looking forward to this week with my 3 favorite boys. This is the only time we've had holidays today in a very long time
- family-life
- July 4, 2014
Vacation (or Staycation) In Beautiful Peterborough, Ontario

As many of you know, I grew up out in the country, a 20 minute drive east of Peterborough, which we always referred to as "town"
- family-life
- June 18, 2014
How To Save For A Vacation

Saving for a vacation can seem intimidating when you start to think about the cost of traveling, but it doesn't have to be. In fact, it can be quite simple! Use these tips to help you save for your next vacation.
- family-life
- May 28, 2014
Summer Reading Material

Do you remember getting ready to leave on a vacation and making sure to pack some carefully selected books and magazines to lazily read while tanning? I remember those days. If you still have those days, cherish them
- family-life
- May 26, 2014
Relaxing Vacation With Family

When you go on a vacation with your family do you find it relaxing or stressful? Here's how you can go on a relaxing vacation with family.
- mom-101
- May 26, 2014
Summer is Here, Where Will You Go?

It seems like only yesterday I was sharing my summer vacation plans for 2013 with you. In the blink of an eye, it's a year later and I've already had a couple of fun trips to kick off summer and a few more planned to do it in style.
- mom-101
- May 26, 2014
Cabo San Lucas – Vacation Recap

Finally, the sun is consistently shining bright and warm, the lilacs are beginning to bloom, and it's been exactly 2 months since we got back from our spring vacation. This past March Break took us to Cabo San Lucas, the beautiful Mexican sun
- family-life
- May 12, 2014
30 Ways to Survive a Long Road Trip With Small Kids

When my daughter was almost two years old, I packed up my two-door car, kissed my husband goodbye and embarked on the most fun road trip ever: a 24-hour drive to Newfoundland to spend two weeks wit...
- family-life
- May 7, 2014
Vacation Rentals Work for Families

Enjoy this guest post written by Gillian Duffy, avid traveler and newly published author! Follow her on Twitter ! The math does not add up. One standard hotel room. Two double beds. Three kids, and two parents. One mom and one kid in one bed.
- family-life
- April 28, 2014
Finding the Perfect Balance Between Family Fun and Relaxation

Anyone who lives away from family (your own or your spouses) can hopefully relate to my situation.
- home
- April 28, 2014
A Vacation Memories Keepsake

It is a snapshot in time....of the 4 of us together. Happy. Relaxed.
- food
- April 12, 2014
Friday Night Treat: Vacation Wings

Look at these delicious little devils. I made this recipe the first night we were down south. We'd eaten out already too much and were dying to just snack away at something fairly familiar and also something that we could try
- family-life
- April 4, 2014
The Reality of Working on Vacation

Have you ever worked on your vacation? I'm embarrassed to admit that I do. Since I started working for myself, I've struggled to separate my work and home life. They both seem to bleed into each other on a regular basis.
- mom-101
- March 21, 2014
How To Get Ready For a Southern Vacation

The (somewhat scary but perhaps amusing) preparations for a southern family vacay (in no particular order):Untangle 4 sets of earbuds for plane. (Find out en route to airport that there will not be seatback entertainment on plane that you
- family-life
- March 3, 2014
How To Find The Perfect Vacation Rental

Looking to escape the Polar Vortex? Author Gillian Duffy explains in her new book how she can help you find a vacation rental for your next family trip.
- home
- February 28, 2014
Tips For Booking a Vacation Rental

With all the snow that much of Canada and the northern parts of the USA have had, so many of us are dreaming of white sandy beaches and the sounds of the ocean
- family-life
- February 10, 2014
The Disney Post

Tips for your first Disney World vacation from a fellow first-timer
- mom-101
- February 4, 2014
Nothing’s Working

Some days are better spent in bed.This morning I got up at 7:00am to the sound of my dog Fluffy furiously licking his paws.
- mom-101
- January 22, 2014
One Direction Made Me a Bad Mother

So back in November, I was innocently perusing Facebook when I discovered there was a pre-sale on One Direction concert tickets in Toronto in August 2014
- mom-101
- January 17, 2014
Mancation (Or What May Be the End of My Husband)

What a winter so far, eh? For us on the East Coast, we've been enjoying some warmer temperatures the last few days. By warmer I mean hovering around 0
- family-life
- January 13, 2014
Stupid Things To Do on Vacation

I recently read a great post on Cup of Jo about what she and her husband do every holiday. Their tradition is to spend a day apart. It seems odd at first, but how great would it be to have an entire day to yourself and a dinner date to look forward to?
- family-life
- April 8, 2016
How to Stay Sane During the Hols

The holiday are here. Once the novelty of hanging around in your pyjamas has worn off, you'll find this quintessential list of the 13 best places to take the kids in Ottawa to be your new bible.
- attractions
- November 28, 2016
How to Stay Sane During the Hols

The holiday are here. Once the novelty of hanging around in your pyjamas has worn off, you'll find this quintessential list of the 14 best places to take the kids in Vancouver to be your new bible.
- events
- November 28, 2016
How to Stay Sane During the Hols

The holiday are here. Once the novelty of hanging around in your pyjamas has worn off, you'll find this quintessential list of the 12 best places to take the kids in Calgary to be your new bible.
- family-life
- March 31, 2016
The Perfect Family Escape

We know just the place to take the family for a quick getaway.
- mom-101
- November 27, 2013
The Disney Fantasy Cruise – Kid and Mom’s Top 5 Recap

Last week we took our first ever cruise aboard the Disney Fantasy. We sailed from Port Canaveral, Florida to St. Maarten, St. Thomas and Disney's private island Castaway Cay. I know that my son had the time of his life, especially given that the cru
- birthday-themes
- May 24, 2016
How Do You Handle Birthday Celebrations?

A family get-together, a weekend away, or a day at the bowling alley with friends—what do you do for your kid's birthday?
- mom-101
- September 12, 2013
Vacationing Without Children

Vacationing 'without kids' is NOT the same as 'before kids'
- mom-101
- September 10, 2013
How I Spent My Summer Vacation: At The Beach

Do not attempt to push a stroller across a sandy beach
- mom-101
- September 4, 2013
How I Spent My Summer Vacation

Flash forward to last week when we took the kids to the Ex
- family-life
- September 1, 2013
Vacation With Toddlers In The Non-Stop Rain

When your planned vacation is hampered by bad weather
- mom-101
- August 28, 2013
Vacation with toddlers, Single Mom style

If you're a single Mom (or acting like one!), it can be a
- mom-101
- July 12, 2013
Still Lacking a Summer Vacation Plan?

We'll do some traveling locally here in BC.
- family-life
- July 10, 2013
How to Have a Great Staycation – Top 10 Tips For Parents

10 ways of getting the most out of your family staycation.
- mom-101
- July 9, 2013
How to Have a Great Staycation – Top 10 Tips For Parents

You've got kids, you're tired and you want a family vacation...