Recently we were back “home” in Toronto, visiting family.  We’d all gotten sick, and spent several days in bed.  When we finally made it out to actually do something, we visited Casa Loma much to our young daughter’s excitement. …

Travel is a huge part of our life.  Before we had children, we had traveled to over 50 countries together.  So, when we became parents, we knew we definitely wanted to continue to travel with kids as well. …

Toddlers are endlessly curious and active.  Keeping them busy while traveling means keeping them out of trouble and keeping your sanity!  Even though we’ve been keeping close to home since the recent birth of our son, we’ve still had plenty of use for these great toys. …

A tuk tuk on the front patio welcomes you to Sawasdee Thai Restaurant, a couple of blocks from the highrise strip in Aruba. This Thai restaurant is just a couple of blocks walk from the high rise strip. …

Outdoor seating, loud music and balloon animals seemed like the perfect family restaurant at first, but we were sadly disappointed with the pathetic food and service at Senor Frogs. Right across from the Radisson and the Riu Resorts on the high rise strip in Aruba, is the Tex Mex rest

Balaton CrepesOn our last morning in New Zealand we rode the Queenstown gondola up to some spectacular views of the surrounding mountains.  After our visit, we stopped in at Balaton Crepes for a quick lunch before heading to the airport. …

Colorful decor and a lively atmosphere make for great family dining or a meal out with a group of friends at Fishbone Bar & Grill, Queenstown, New Zealand Our last dinner in New Zealand we ate at the Fishbone Grill, right in the heart of Queenstown, New Zealand. …

UPPAbaby Vista stroller with the RumbleSeat on and the car seat facing me. Enough room for our toddler, but not a ton of space.We purchased the UPPAbaby Vista stroller before we had our daughter, almost two years ago. …

Traveling to New Zealand with baby/toddler/kids in tow?  Here are some tips to help! GENERAL TIPS: One of New Zealand's excellent playgrounds for kids. We found one in literally every place we visited.…

Holiday travel with kids in Wine Country? Take a free carriage ride in Railroad Square, Santa Rosa! Sonoma County is Northern California Wine Country, so there are plenty of attractions to keep the adults in holiday cheer.  But don’t think the kids get left out!  This past