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    Tremblant International Blues Festival – All the Shades of Blues

    August 10, 2017 - By 

    The village at the base of Mont-Tremblant is awake in a riot of Blues, Purples and Golds. Spotlights, instruments, televisions, bleachers decorate the pedestrian village. Crowds of all ages fill the streets and common spaces between restaurants and shops. Here the sights and sounds of the International Blues Festival wake you up and lull you to sleep in the middle of the month of July at gorgeous Mont-Tremblant in Quebec. On the 24th ever occasion of the Festival International Du Blues De Tremblant I am visiting with a group of travel writers. Together, we are experiencing the best of all…

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    Visiting Lion’s Head, Bruce Peninsula #findthelionshead

    August 1, 2017 - By 

    Recently we were guests of Bruce County while visiting the area and as such we received accommodations and other compensation to share this experience with others.   Lion’s Head, just south of Tobermory on the Bruce Peninsula in Ontario, is a beautiful and unique spot to visit. This area is laid back, picturesque, and friendly as we discovered recently when we spent the weekend exploring Bruce County. I’ve been to the Bruce Peninsula every year since I was a child, and it is truly one of the best ambassadors for nature’s beauty that anyone could find. However, until this summer I’d never…

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    Huntsville, Alabama – Out of this World Attractions

    July 11, 2017 - By 

    Huntsville, Alabama is gaining popularity as a tourist spot for those visiting the south. And there are good reasons, as I discovered recently, when I visited this vibrant city. With everything there is to do and see in Huntsville, it’s no wonder tourists are catching on. From the U.S. Space and Rocket Center to the Von Braun Center, Huntsville, Alabama has a host of family friendly things to do. Family Fun in Huntsville, AL If you’re planning a trip to the southern part of the U.S., Huntsville, Alabama should be on your radar. This city is vibrant, smart, friendly, and the food is authentic southern comfort…

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    Beach Hacks to Decrease Headaches and Increase Fun

    July 6, 2017 - By 

    Beach hacks are hot right now all across the web, and why wouldn’t they be? We are smack in the middle of prime beach weather. And while the beach is a great place to spend the day, it can wreak havoc on you and your stuff if you aren’t careful. Between the sand and the water, the beach can be a dangerous place for property, especially when it comes to electronics. As a beach lover, I decided to bring my readers my top beach hacks to make any day at the beach better. Beach Hacks to Save Your Stuff and…

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    Weekends are a Blast at Sherkston Shores

    June 27, 2017 - By 

    Waterslides are our jam. So, when I heard that Sherkston Shores on the banks of Fort Erie near Port Colbourne had waterslides, and cute cottages, and beachfront, well I was in. Same can be said for my teens, and trust me teens can sometimes be a hard sell. That’s the lovely thing about Sherkston Shores – it’s a beautiful beachfront location that truly is fun for all ages. Our Family Retreat Sherkston Shores welcomed several influencers for a blogger retreat this month over a four day weekend. The drive was manageable at a bit over 3 hours from London, Ontario.…

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    The Harmony of the Seas Cruise Ship – Seven Things You NEED to Know

    June 13, 2017 - By 

    The Harmony of the Seas Cruise Ship is an amazing and entertaining cruise ship vessel. But there were a few NEED TO KNOW things I couldn’t fit into the first post about our experience cruising with Royal Caribbean earlier this year. It’s only fitting that the biggest cruise ship on the ocean (as of January 2017) The Harmony of the Seas Cruise Ship demand a couple of posts. Most Asked Harmony of the Seas Questions Here are the answers to your most pressing questions about this cruise ship. Is it too big? Will I wait for everything? What kind of room is best…

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    Staying at The Phoenix West II – Brett Robinson Vacation Rentals Alabama Gulf Shores

    June 7, 2017 - By 

    Brett Robinson Vacation Rentals are located all over the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach area. Have you ever visited or stayed in the beautiful Gulf Shores Alabama area? If you have, then you are likely already familiar with Brett Robinson condos and beach houses. If you are searching locally, or on the Internet and find a Phoenix named or themed property that is a vacation rental condominium, hotel, or home then you’ve most likely landed on a Brett Robinson spot. Popular Gulf Shores Condos and Beach Houses Brett Robinson Vacation Rentals dominate the rental market in the Gulf Shores Orange…

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    23 Things to Do in Gulf Shores Alabama

    June 2, 2017 - By 

    The Gulf Shores and Orange Beach area of Alabama boasts something for every foodie, adventure lover, outdoor enthusiast, or beach lover you know. Basically there are endless fun things to do in Gulf Shores Alabama as I found out recently when I visited this beautiful area of the southern state. Gulf Shores is very family friendly and would be perfect for solo travel, girlfriend’s getaways, family or extended multi-generational travel opportunities. Desirable camp sites are also plentiful in the Gulf Shores and Orange Beach area. There’s so much activity and Gulf Shores Alabama outdoor fun can’t be beat. Where on Earth is…

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    Exceptional Gulf Shores Breakfast Restaurants in Alabama

    May 31, 2017 - By 

    The Gulf Shores breakfast scene has me rethinking my simple breakfast style. With so many scrumptious southern options and restaurants that do breakfast well, it’s hard not to become a breakfast junkie here. What kind of breakfast do you eat? Are you a hearty bacon and eggs kind of person? A French Toast kind of girl, or the coffee and cereal type? I’m a coffee and yogurt person. Getting the kids out the door, and starting work early is a high priority here, so my breakfast style is simple. But that simplicity can get a little boring and I’m the first…

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    Renewing Your Passport – What you Need to Know in Canada or USA

    May 16, 2017 - By 

    Renewing your passport often conjures up images of a long, miserable process that feels like torture before you take an amazing trip abroad. But it doesn’t have to be. Chances are you’ve heard horror stories about the process, but as a frequent traveler, I’ve found that those stories generally come from people who weren’t prepared or didn’t have the right information. So let’s talk about renewing your passport. Renewing Your Passport – Canada If you do any traveling at all, or if you’re preparing to travel abroad, you need to make sure your passport is up to date. First things…