Our Adventures
Stories, guides, and tips from our family adventures around the world.
A sudden, intense fever in Nicaragua was followed by rash and joint pain so severe that walking became agony. Our illness was never medically confirmed, but it closely matched chikungunya during a documented outbreak. This is what happened to us and what we wish we had known.
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From the vast Bosawás landscape to the misty slopes of Mombacho and Volcán Maderas, discover five distinct rainforest experiences in Nicaragua, where to stay nearby, what wildlife lives there, and what families should know before visiting.
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A beautiful sunset dinner at Dock of the Bay on Lake Muskoka in Gravenhurst. Great food, stunning waterfront views, and a family-friendly atmosphere that made for the perfect end to our summer in Muskoka.
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As a Canadian family of four, we are always on the lookout for our next big adventure. Nicaragua offers a perfect mix of practical travel logistics, budget-friendly options, and unforgettable adventure activities.
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Our family stay at TreeCasa Hotel & Resort near San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua - treehouse villas, stunning pools, farm-to-table dining, and panoramic ocean views in one of Central America's most unique eco-luxury resorts.
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Your complete family guide to the beaches of San Juan Del Sur, Nicaragua - from the best surf spots to the most kid-friendly shores along this stunning Pacific coastline.
Read MoreDiscovering the beauty of Canada's oldest and longest marked footpath, right in our own backyard.
Read MoreAfter years of traveling with kids, these are the items we never leave home without.
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Our experience at the stunning Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic - incredible water park, pristine beaches, and all-inclusive luxury for a destination wedding.
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In the summer of 2021, our family of four set out on a 5-week RV road trip from Toronto, Ontario to Invermere, British Columbia - crossing 5 provinces, driving nearly 9,000 km, and creating memories that will last a lifetime.
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Our growing list of the best family-friendly hikes in the Canadian Rockies - from glacier viewpoints to alpine meadows, these are the trails that have left the biggest impression on our family of four.
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Standing at the top of Parker's Ridge with a glacier sprawling below and our one-year-old daughter on my back - this 5.1 km trail in Banff National Park delivers views that rival hikes three times its length.
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