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    Valentine’s Day Coloring Page Printable

    February 1, 2016 - By 

    Valentine’s Day is coming up fast and I know how much you enjoy crafts. So here’s another Valentine’s Day colouring page for kids. It’s super simple but don’t forget colouring doesn’t have to be too detailed. It can just be a fun and easy transition or relaxation activity. Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and it’s time to celebrate love. Well, every day should be an occasion to celebrate love really, right? Nonetheless, it’s nice to have a specific date on the calendar for those of us who get so busy we forget to take a moment to remember our…

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    29 Days of Love Sayings February Calendar Printable

    January 31, 2016 - By 

    Happy February! February is the month of Family Day and Valentine’s Day. To me, that makes it a month to celebrate love. I hope this year I am able to take some time on Family Day to go skiing or simply hang out with my family. I often end up working through these sorts of days but Family Day is a special one to me here in Ontario, Canada. We celebrate in several provinces now. I think family and love are great themes. Anyways last month one of my talented helpers brought you this January inspirational love sayings calendar. I…

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    Budgeting for A Family Trip

    January 26, 2016 - By 

    Budgeting for a family trip is the only real way to make sure you have a good time instead of constantly worrying about the cost of the trip. Budgeting allows you to save more so there’s less worry when the trip rolls around. And who wants to worry when they’re supposed to be relaxing? 5 Tips to Budgeting for a Family Trip Budgeting doesn’t have to be as hard or as horrible as most people think it is. Generally speaking, you can do a few small things over the course of the year that can have you sitting pretty when it’s…

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    The Palms Hotel and Spa in The Heart of Miami Beach #travel

    January 18, 2016 - By 

    In Miami just for the night? A few days? Or for a week away from home? Either way the Palms Hotel and Spa Miami is a tranquil oasis inspired by nature and also a family friendly, space to relax and kick back in the exciting and vibrant Miami Beach area. A few weeks ago we took our second ever cruise departing from Florida. Canadians enjoy Florida, so Florida departures make me happy. Last year we left from Tampa, but this year we were scheduled to leave via The Port of Miami. When we cruise as a family together, we like to get into…

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    5 Best Ski Resorts in Canada #travel

    January 15, 2016 - By 

    If you love to ski, or if you just love to play in the snow, I’ve got 5 of the best ski resorts in Canada to tell you about. It only makes sense that Canada would have have some of the best ski resorts in North America. You can’t argue with the weather and the gorgeous landscapes that provide stunning backdrops for skiers coast to coast. The Best Ski Resorts in Canada – Something for Everyone This top 5 of the best ski resorts in Canada have a little something for everyone. That’s great, because not everyone enjoys getting out and playing in…

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    Yearly Travel Check – Make All of Your Traveling Easier

    January 12, 2016 - By 

    A yearly travel check can make all of your trips that much easier for the rest of the year. A yearly travel check in January is the perfect time to ensure that all of your luggage is in order as well as make sure your passports, insurance, and the like are ready for your next big trip, whether that’s a business conference or a family cruise. Yearly Travel Check – Cover Your Bases There are a few things you’re going to want to make sure are in order during your yearly travel check. By going over all of these things,…

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    6 Tips for Taking Your Kids on a Cruise

    January 10, 2016 - By 

    6 Tips for Taking your Kids on a Cruise You’ll find a lot of people who say that a cruise is the perfect vacation for a young family. With stress free accommodation, entertainment and travel included in one big package, it’s an incredibly simple way to get sorted for the summer without having to fuss over bus trips or motels. Some parents might be worried about how well their little ones will fare, particularly if it’s their first time on a cruise ship, but there’s absolutely nothing to worry about. Follow these handy hints for taking the kids cruising, and you’ll be…

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    31 Days of Positive Messages Inspirational Calendar

    January 1, 2016 - By 

    Happy New Year to each and every one of you! Where do you find your inspiration? Is inspiration important to you? In the spirit of the new year, I am sharing an inspirational calendar for the month of January. Use this inspirational calendar to help you stay positive this January regardless of the weather, the bills, the challenges that come your way. Here’s to you and a glorious happy healthy brilliant year full of opportunity and moments to remember. Find your inspiration every day this month with this inspirational calendar. Sometimes all it takes is a visual quote to help…

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    How to Shop For Luggage #travel

    December 29, 2015 - By 

    I’ll admit it. When I was first married my husband and I bought our first set of luggage at Zeller’s. We didn’t really know what to look for and there really weren’t many choices 20 years ago. We looked for sizes, got the cheapest luggage we could find, and went on our merry way. That was a horrible decision. Luggage is one of those things that definitely falls under the category of “you get what you pay for.” To save others the time and headache of getting terrible suitcases, I’ve put together some things to watch out for that will help you get…

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    Six Great Ski Resorts in the U.S. #travel

    December 22, 2015 - By 

    If you love to ski, then you know that you need more than just good slopes. You need cozy comfortable accommodations when you come in from the slopes. These 6 best ski resorts in the U.S. have the powder and the cozy atmosphere that can turn a ski trip into an ultimate ski getaway. This year, I am hoping we can visit a couple of ski resorts in Canada or the U.S. and practice our new skiing abilities. Last year we were extremely fortunate to take a travel writer media tour to Mont Tremblant where they taught my family of four how to…