2022-10-26 00:42
Halloween Around the World
Your kids might not remember your birthday, but I’m willing to bet they know when Halloween is! Priorities, right? I kid. Many families are likely well in… Read More
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2022-09-26 14:09
Fun doesn’t have to come to an end after summer is over. In autumn, there is an array of family-friendly festivals that you can visit even after the days of lounging around under the s… Read More
2022-08-05 21:17
I’ve recently returned from a one-week cruise on the Danube River with Adventures by Disney . On this family trip, days were filled with city tours, bike riding opportunities, and del… Read More
2022-07-29 11:32
Summer is about having the time of your life, whether singing along to your favourite band at a Canadian music festival or travelling the world. From spending time in a remote floating saun… Read More
2022-07-22 21:54
While gas prices may be surging, there are ways to keep the cost of a road trip down. For example, keeping track of gas prices, driving smartly and slowly, taking the scenic route instead o… Read More
2022-07-15 16:01
Whether it was a music festival, art festival or culinary festival, chances are you’ve attended a festival and had the time of your life, or you know someone who has. All around the w… Read More
2022-07-09 02:57
Summertime is an opportunity to get out there and explore what Toronto has to offer. The city truly comes alive in the summer, with tons of activities that both you and the kids are sure to… Read More
2022-06-25 11:00
Family trips are a great way to improve relationships and experience once-in-a-lifetime adventures with the people that matter most to you. Travelling with your family can be incredibly rewa… Read More
2022-06-17 12:00
This post is sponsored by Canadian North Airlines and Travel Nunavut, but all opinions expressed are my own.
Canada’s youngest territory, Nunavut (pronounced noo-nah-vut), is also… Read More
2022-06-03 16:11
This post is sponsored by Canadian North and Travel Nunavut, but all opinions expressed are my own.
What comes to your mind when you think of must-visit travel destinations? Los Angeles? Bal… Read More
2022-05-23 12:32
The travel industry saw a frightening dip in 2020 and 2021, but it’s currently on track to reach unprecedented heights – even before the pandemic. That’s according to… Read More
2022-04-06 16:10
How to find a travel deal this spring
There is a trick to finding a great travel deal these days. I’m just back from an assignment that took me to Florida and I can tell you travel is… Read More
2022-04-04 13:18
Discover Saba: An Art-Lovers Haven.
If you’ve been peeking at my Instagram in recent months you know that I’ve been trying to get out to sunshine whenever possible. One of the pl… Read More
2022-04-03 16:44
Should You Travel to Switzerland in the Summer ?
My first trip to Switzerland was last fall. A break in the travel ban opened up a window for me to get out and see the country and I wasted… Read More
2022-04-02 22:32
Where your favourite Oscar Nominated Movies were filmed
The Oscar nominated movies of 2022 combine two of my favourite things: Good films and incredible destinations. Movies are often the f… Read More
2022-02-24 15:49
Where to go for a Winter Break
For many people travel is finally back on the radar thanks to recent government announcements. For some it will mean trips further afield, and for others it m… Read More
2022-02-17 14:05
10 Stories to Inspire Travel – Black History Month
Black History Month 2021
Happy Black History Month.
Last year Sarah Greaves-Gabbadon and I joined forces for the first time. (Th… Read More
2022-02-16 15:20
Canadian Black History Resources
Canadian Black History often goes unnoticed. But contributions of Black Canadians and immigrants to this country are immeasurable. Black History Month is ou… Read More
2022-02-14 15:27
Winter Road Trip to Arcana
Who is up for a romantic winter road trip?
If you’re a long time Globetrotting Mama follower, you already know: I’m not a big Hallmark holiday fan. Who… Read More
2022-02-14 15:27
Our Romantic Winter Road Trip to Arcana
Who is up for a romantic winter road trip?
If you’re a long time Globetrotting Mama follower, you already know: I’m not a big Hallmark hol… Read More
2022-02-13 00:13
10 Olympics Inspired Kids Games
Travel has always been my number one recommendation to families hoping to raise kids who are empathetic and kind. Nothing in my life has compared to the gifts… Read More
2021-09-07 23:02
The almost tear-free guide to collegiate packing anxiety
This weekend, just like parents around the continent, we were caught up in the back to school rush.
After the year that shall… Read More
2021-08-15 13:08
Autumn in Canada | National Geographic
On this fall adventure, I explored some of the incredibly scenic areas of Ontario and Quebec. From tasty eats to unexpected adventures, it offers… Read More
2021-06-30 18:59
Always fun to join the ladies at The Social on CTV …even when its virtual.
Today we were chatting about some of the amazing Canadian travel spots waiting for the green light… Read More
2021-06-26 14:49
The Tenth Anniversary of Leaving on our Family Trip Around the World
I’ve been thinking about this day for a long time.
That’s surprising to me because I’m not so… Read More
2021-04-29 16:00
Mother’s Day is right around the corner and figuring out how to stay socially distanced and still treat your travel-loving mom might be a tough one. I popped on to CHCH Morning Liv… Read More
2021-04-17 17:11
Here in Ontario, I’m still waiting patiently for my turn in the vaccination lineup, but in the USA and rapid roll out of vaccines means that many people are already back on the roads… Read More
2021-03-05 15:38
This morning on Good Morning America I shared my top tip for would-be campers this summer: Book now!
Sites are reporting record numbers when it comes to bookings and if there’… Read More
2021-01-03 14:14
Endings
The end of the year is always such a mixed emotion time. The holiday season brings with it that rush of excitement that kids wait all year for. Gifts and bright lights, h… Read More
2020-12-31 17:53
Get Set Go: CHCH Morning Live — (See the full episode below)
What a year! There’s no doubt that many of us are craving travel at this point but a pandemic and safety precautio… Read More
2020-10-13 12:04
COVID-19 Wave 2: Same Same but Different
How are you holding up out there? I know that depending on where you are in the world, what you can and can’t do may be incredibly different… Read More
2020-07-23 14:17
This article won Gold in the Family Travel category for the 2019 Travel Media Association of Canada awards.
It was published more than 1 year ago. Some information in it may no longer be… Read More
2020-06-25 13:52
Ontario getaways
Summer vacations may have been cancelled or put on hold for many people because of COVID-19, but as provinces begin to lift stay home restrictions, many of us will be loo… Read More
2020-06-16 12:24
One of the things that thrilled me as a kid was finding something – anything – with my name on it. Those keychains, fake licence plates and lollipops always made me feel like I b… Read More
2020-06-07 14:51
In recent days, the protests over the death of George Floyd, an African-American man killed by a white police officer in the U.S. once again brought the issue of race, police brutality and t… Read More
2020-05-21 17:26
Activities for families while they shelter in place
We are a game-playing family. And when I say game-playing, I really mean highly competitive, cutthroat, no-holds-barred, babies can los… Read More
2020-04-21 16:43
We’re into month two of self-isolation at our house and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that there’s almost nothing that a good snack can’t tempor… Read More
2020-04-06 13:25
Credit_CHristian Heeb.jpgWhile social distancing makes a bike ride along Cannon Beach a no-no for now. You can still use the images to find a place of zen at home.News from around the world… Read More
2020-04-01 21:39
The opportunities for outside activities are getting closer to home.
Literally.
Social distancing, Shelter in Place and the #StayHome movements will make showing your kids the world… Read More
2020-03-30 17:08
How’re you holding up?
The kids are home and demanding your attention. Covid19 Shelter in Place or Social/Physical Distancing rules mean playdates (and even playgrounds) are out. What… Read More
2020-03-25 20:53
Where are my Gen-Xers?
Chances are high that you, like me, are struggling with the emotions that come from keeping family members on either side of your generation safe and occupied while al… Read More
2020-03-23 15:27
Being alone, I’m good at. Alone Together is taking some work.
I’ve always liked being alone. I am the person who has no trouble eating alone in a restaurant, taking myself to… Read More
2020-03-20 21:05
Up until a few weeks ago, my calendar was full of beautiful places I had plans to visit over the next few months. That was when living life as I always had felt normal. So much has changed… Read More
2020-03-12 14:10
I’ve thought long and hard about how best to serve travel lovers at this time. It doesn’t help that the information we have is changing by the minute.
I don’t think t… Read More
2020-02-27 22:53
Get Set, Go!
If you haven’t booked your Spring Break getaway yet, you’re running out of time!
This morning on CHCH Morning Live, I shared some great ways to save once you… Read More
2019-12-11 19:35
You Need
a Winter Vacation – Here’s why you’re not taking one.
December is
here. And as the end of the year approaches many of us are limping to the
finish line. No sur… Read More
2019-12-02 14:46
Aeroplan offers easy ways for you to Change the World this season
That
person you saw smiling as they drove past the mall parking lot frenzy this
week? Probably me.
This
is year numb… Read More
2019-11-06 21:34
Multigenerational Travel
If you aren’t including more than two generations on your family vacations this year, you’re in the minority. According to a 2019 Virtuoso Luxe Report… Read More
2019-09-26 22:06
How’s your September going? If it is anything like mine, you’re just about ready for a vacation. And I’m guessing your kids are too.
Now, I know what you’re think… Read More
2019-07-31 20:43
Remembering the moment we became 2012 National Geographic Travelers of the Year
Once upon a time, I dreamed of having my name on the pages of that amazing magazine with the distinctive ye… Read More
2019-07-12 23:14
6 Family Road Trips less than 2 hours drive from major Canadian Cities
I love a great road trip! No cramped airplane spaces, no security lines, and all the beauty that travel in Canada br… Read More
2019-06-22 14:28
Tips for Dog friendly Vacations
If my son, Cameron, had his way we’d be the proud owner of a giant dog. The bigger and furrier the better as far as he’s concerned. I’ve… Read More
2019-05-20 21:15
She cracks jokes, fist bumps and manages to work neurology into any answer given. Three of the reasons I fell hard for Dr. Roberta Bondar. Oh, and she was the first Canadian woman (and firs… Read More
2019-05-09 12:17
Some of the most exciting adventures I’ve taken with the kids have put us close to wild animals. At first the two seem like polar opposites but there are ways to encourage wildlife con… Read More
2019-05-03 15:30
Three Trips Ahead Podcast on Family Travel
Travel planning can be tough but especially if you’ve got kids it is really worth the effort. Popped into the studio to chat with Maureen… Read More
2019-05-01 13:50
Do you have a travel style?
I’m on a mission. I want to find the best travel clothes for women. I’ve been packing a suitcase for more than twenty years now and I can count on… Read More
2019-03-18 15:48
I’ve been travelling long enough to know that I’m a klutz. I know that if a twisted
ankle or lost bag can happen, it will happen to me.
I once had a bee sting me in the… Read More
2019-03-03 12:26
True confession time: Pants are not my friend.
It’s not that I don’t love them, it’s that often – be it the cut, the shape or the styling – they don’t… Read More
2019-02-04 15:50
A Guest Post by Cameron Davis
I am running behind the jade green leaves with my grandfather, spying on my parents at the Yaaman Adventure Park in Montego Bay, Jamaica. We are surrounded b… Read More
2019-02-01 13:32
There’s always a first time.
And when it comes to the RV life, ours was in front of a camera. I was a reporter on assignment for The Toronto Star at the time. A young videographer… Read More
2019-01-01 20:10
2018 is now officially behind us.
New year, new me? Not likely. While the end of a calendar year always brings about a lot of reflection at our house, it is rarely about changing who we… Read More
2018-12-27 14:13
Lately I’ve been in love with colour. Popping pinks, Jewel tones and deep mustard yellows are finding their way into my outfit rotations more than ever. It’s why I hesitated befo… Read More
2018-12-21 19:33
Despite all the pillow plumping and Febreze spritzing you may do over
the rest of the year, I think we can agree that the holiday season brings on a
frenzy like no other. You may “tidy… Read More
2018-12-11 15:50
There comes a time in every girl’s life when the facts have to be faced: No amount of mascara or prayer is going to deliver the kind of lashes you’re wishing for. It’… Read More
2018-11-22 14:51
Fact: Any place named “Bath” has to be a great place to relax.
A mix of old European architecture, small town charm, impressive museums and incredible restaurants, its… Read More
2018-11-18 23:12
The average family vacation cycle goes a
little like this:
Day 1: “Yay! We’re going on vacation and I can’t wait to spend lots of time with the kids!”
Day 3: … Read More
2018-11-08 02:27
In 2011, I took a trip around the world with my husband and kids. You probably already knew that.
But did you know that before I took that trip, I was terrified about what lay ahead? Or that… Read More
2018-10-30 22:55
This fall, I had the pleasure of exploring two new-to-me cities in Great Britain: Bath and Bristol.
The Old City in Bristol It’s about a twelve-minute, scenic train ride betw… Read More
2018-07-13 16:34
My dad is the expert on travel in our house. If there’s one thing he’s made clear, it’s that travelling with kids makes things much more difficult. As the kid in that equat… Read More
2018-06-29 13:49
The Thibault family on vacation.
Travel with Autism | The Back story
I met Nicole Thibault at a family travel conference about a year ago. She told me,about the work she is doing to empower… Read More
2018-06-21 12:39
The moment Ensemble Vacations asked if I’d take an assignment to voyage on the Queen Mary 2, I said, “Yes.” There was no double-checking the calendar or deep delibera… Read More
2018-06-19 14:00
AirHelp helps Canadians get compensated for delays
Stop me if you’ve heard this one:
You’re at the airport, ready to fly to the destination of your dreams, when your name comes o… Read More
2018-05-31 17:10
Hawaii Volcano: Is it safe to go to Hawaii?
When you think of Hawaii, what comes to mind? Pineapples, palm trees, hula skirts and sunshine are likely high on the list.
When I think of Hawa… Read More
2018-05-13 18:47
True Story: If not for my kids, my travel writing career might never have happened. I owe it all to motherhood.
Motherhood | Flashback
In 2001, I was pregnant, very uncomfortable and bored a… Read More
2018-05-09 12:12
I’m sharing the best travel clothes I’ve found and worn on my trips around the world. Follow the series: Dressed to Travel
Dressed to Travel: Eliza J Belted Shirt Dress
Dr… Read More
2018-04-28 19:19
Royal Wedding Travel
Whether you want to watch it close to home, head across the pond or simply travel like the princess you’re meant to be, these tips will help you live your best Roy… Read More
2018-03-21 23:56
Black Panther obsessed? Welcome to Wakanada
The women of Kenya are only one example of women who inspire across the continent.
It’s been a few weeks since Black Panther too… Read More
2018-03-20 21:58
What to eat in Japan
When it comes to playing with your food, I’m not sure anyone does it better than Japan. On our recent visit we had a chance to try a whole host of new-to-us treats… Read More
2018-03-05 20:43
March Break Ideas 2018
Apologies in advance for the heart attack this post may cause you, but it has to be said.
March break starts in a week.
Yup, deep breaths people.
Luckily, that w… Read More
2018-02-05 16:28
Should you go to Cape Town Now?
According to the Tourism Division the answer is a resounding “yes.”
In October, I spent time in one of my favourite places: South Africa. If you&r&hell…Read More
2018-01-19 13:49
Family Travel: A Teen Perspective Proves It’s Worth It
If you know even a little bit about me and my travels, then you know that for much of it I’m joined by my family. My husban… Read More
2018-01-08 12:55
How Giving can Cure After Holiday Sadness
Gifts have been unwrapped, the twinkling lights are coming down, and in the days ahead we’ll all try to move forward through 2018 with the ho… Read More
2017-12-17 19:02
Parenting : The Question That Could Change Your 2018
Year end always makes me nostalgic. I can’t help but get mushy thinking about the year that has passed and the one still to come. A… Read More
2017-12-08 12:44
Hey! That’s me! :)
For more than 15 years I’ve been trying to convince you to show your family the world. Now, I’ll also be doing it from the pages of the Globe and Mail &n&hell…Read More
2017-12-06 20:04
Holiday Magic
When I was a kid, the holidays were magical. During most of the year my parents worked long hours to provide for our family. My brothers and I were latch key kids who thought n… Read More
2017-12-03 18:37
I am Canadian. I was born here. I live here. I love it here. I hate winter.
Want a smile from me? Just insert sunshine.
It’s pretty, I get that. White snow on barren trees. Twinkling l… Read More
2017-11-29 16:26
How to Make a Travel Memory: Set the Scene
The rocks to ascend Island Gully Falls in Jamaica are slick but sturdy. Still, I’m not taking any chances. I step gingerly as I make the clim… Read More
2017-11-26 22:28
Giving Tuesday: Cuso International’s Maternal Health Program
Guess which country is turning up as one of 2018’s hottest new travel destinations: Ethiopia.
Yup, that Ethiopia.
The… Read More
2017-11-23 22:18
Biking Tour Along Rome’s Appian Way
My reasons for going to Rome had nothing to do with biking the Appian Way. Heck, before I read about it in Monogram‘s list of excursions… Read More
2017-11-22 22:20
Do you ever wonder what the future will be like? As you travel, will more and more services be automated? Will there be an app for your every encounter along the journey? Will we rely on ou… Read More
2017-11-08 15:48
Cyber Monday is fast approaching and it’s a very good day to book your upcoming travels and seal in great discounts with hotels and air carriers. Now is also the perfect time to book… Read More
2017-11-06 14:31
Italy with Teens | The Monograms Travel Experience
This summer, we travelled to Italy with teens in a way that was completely new to us. Typically we have travelled in one of two ways: Indep… Read More
2017-11-02 13:18
2018 is just around the corner and now is the time to book your New Year’s travel plans. Where do you want to be to enjoy those last sweet moments of 2017, and the first promising min… Read More
2017-10-30 14:09
After the Hurricane: Why we owe it to the Caribbean to continue to travel
I’ve been thinking a lot lately about what we take and give to the places we visit. You can barely finish read… Read More
2017-10-18 15:04
Travelling to a new-to-you destination can present more challenges than just how to get there. With potential obstacles like language, currency and whether your taxi is ripping you off, you… Read More
2017-10-11 14:55
Located on the Eastern Coast of Canada, Halifax Nova Scotia is a beautiful town in the maritimes, luring visitors with fresh lobster, delicious beer and a renaissance city with plenty to se… Read More
2017-10-08 08:53
Eating Rome
Rome finds its way to our hearts through our stomachs
Among my many goals for this Monograms Travel trip to Rome there is one that should come as no surprise: We would come; we w… Read More
2017-10-02 13:25
Italy with Kids: Our Monograms Adventure Begins
Sometimes you yearn for a place. Sometimes it calls you back again and again. Italy has a way of doing that for us.
Italy has always hel… Read More
2017-09-27 14:41
Fall is almost here and with the new season comes a new opportunity to travel. Whether you are looking for a weekend getaway with relaxation and rejuvenation top of mind, reigniting romance… Read More
2017-09-19 22:28
My son Ethan and I are no strangers to just-the-two-of-us trips. Our first E & Me trip happened in 2005 when he was 3 years old.
With Ethan at Beaches Turks and Caicos. The trip was one… Read More
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