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Three Essential Tips for Travel with Kids

by Candace Sampson

Disclosure: This post has been sponsored by BMO Insurance. All opinions expressed are mine. I have a philosophy for travelling with kids that goes a little something like this: do it early, do it often, don’t stop. Travel is one of the best things you can give your children and it doesn’t necessarily mean you …

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Ottawa to Varadero; The Beach is Calling

by Candace Sampson

Ottawa to Varadero is an easy trip with direct flights with Sunwing from Ottawa International Airport all year long. Factor in Cuba’s affordability, it’s amazing beaches, it’s rich culture, and it’s stellar weather, and it’s not hard to see why Canadians flock to Cuba’s sandy shores year round.  I love my hometown of Ottawa, but …

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Road Trip Season is Here! Are you Ready to Hit the Road?

by Candace Sampson

Woot! It’s road trip season; my favourite time of the year. There is nothing better than the call of the open road, so when the winter tires come off, I start planning road trips all over Ontario. But first, I make sure my car is up to snuff.  This is the third year that I’ve …

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5 Of The Best Beaches In Southwest Ontario To Take The Family

by Life In Pleasantville

You don’t need to hop on a plane for soft sand and warm water. The best beaches in Southwest Ontario are waiting for you. They are perfect for families, and they’re all within easy reach. Whether you’re looking for a Blue Flag beach, a pier to fish from, or a boardwalk to stroll, I’ve got …

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One Day In Santa Barbara – How to Make the Most of It

by Candace Sampson

Let me preface this article to say that if you can arrange to have more than one day in Santa Barbara, you should most definitely jump on it. Known as The American Riviera, you no doubt already know that Santa Barbara is where many of Hollywood’s most famous people live. Surprisingly though, despite the moniker, …

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Eat This, Shoot That Santa Barbara

by Candace Sampson

Recently, on a press trip with Visit California, I participated in a tour with Eat This, Shoot That in Santa Barbara, and it was hands down the best walking tour I’ve ever participated in. Through the years I’ve joined in many walking tours, but what makes Eat This, Shoot That so unique is that it …

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Age, Wisdom & Regrets. How I’m Embracing Aging (sort of)

by Candace Sampson

With age comes wisdom, and a few regrets I’ve come to find out. Barely a day goes by after catching a glimpse of my crow’s feet in a reflection, that I don’t hear my mother say, “You’re going to regret that tan someday!”. Ugh, why are mothers always right? There’s no doubt that my sun-worshipping …

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Grow out of Disney

The Best Disney Experiences Outside of The Parks

by Candace Sampson

Is it possible to grow out of Disney?  My kids have been raised on Disney, with our youngest visiting for the first time at three months. While she certainly doesn’t remember that trip, I remember her first set of little ears like it was yesterday. Over the years, we’ve visited Walt Disney World a total …

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