Whether it's a trip to Grandma's or a voyage overseas, knowing fun and simple ways to entertain your kids during vacation travel will reduce the number of times you have to hear "Are we there yet?" Preparation is the key to freeing up time to actually enjoy the whole reason you are...

Camping with children takes planning and preparation, because like the weather, you never know what to expect! Here are a few tips to help you prepare: Have a practice run in the backyard. Teach children how to set up the tent, prepare the campsite, etc. and allow them to experience what it will be like...

Whether traveling for the summer or just spending a week or two together, Canada's offering of festivals, fairs and events is nearly endless. Below is a list of events to spark your imagination as you plan your family's holiday. Buffalo Days Provincial Exhibition Regina, SK Saskatchewan's...

Whether traveling for the summer or just spending a week or two together, Canada's offering of festivals, fairs and events is nearly endless. Below is a list of events to spark your imagination as you plan your family's holiday. Just for Laughs Comedy Festival Montreal, QC Not just for adults...

Whether traveling for the summer or just spending a week or two together, Canada's offering of festivals, fairs and events is nearly endless. Below is a list of events to spark your imagination as you plan your family's holiday. Chocolate Fest St. Stephen's, NB What child doesn't love...

Day trips are a great adventure for the whole family! To ensure a smooth trip, structure it so there is time to nap in strollers or during the drive, and remember to pack things like pajamas, books, toys etc. in the event of a late return. The following are some great day trip outings: Farms With petting...

Camping presents a wonderful bonding opportunity for your family and is a great way for everyone to connect with nature. Here are a few things to things to think about when considering a family camping trip: Start with shorter trips and gradually work your way up. Choose campsites within a few hours...

One of the most affordable and relaxing things that a family of any size can do for the summer is take a trip to the park. Here are some suggestions of things you can do at your local park to enjoy a lazy summer day: Bring a picnic basket! Nothing makes a trip to the park more enjoyable than a nice light...

Children love exploring nature, so here are some fun nature oriented activities to help encourage your child's explorations on your next outing. Nature Treasure Walk Before setting out, use a notebook to make a list of colours or shapes for your child to find, such as: 5 things that are orange, 3...

It seems for many people that one of the most pleasant experiences we have as children is our first fair. During the summer months one does not have to be in a large city to go to an exhibition. Most towns and cities of virtually any size have exhibitions, fairs or converted parking lots. Some things...