Airbnb and Ocean Conservancy recently announced the Antarctic Sabbatical, an opportunity for five extraordinary individuals to travel to the planet’s most remote continent and join Scientist Kirstie Jones-Williams on a scientific research mission to Antarctica in December. The five volunteers will be tasked with collecting snow samples and studying the extent to which microplastics have … Read more
Costa Rica is a traveler’s paradise and a hot spot for adventure junkies. If you think, this is it then, you are missing out big time. This destination is also perfect for people who love Yoga, spirituality, and uniqueness in every sphere of their lives. Here are our picks for where to do yoga in Costa Rica. There is … Read more
Whether you are traveling with teenagers or toddlers, Amsterdam is a family-oriented city with numerous activities and sightseeing opportunities for children. From picturesque parks and puppet theatres to world-class museums and outdoor activities like canal cruises and biking, the capital of the Netherlands is home to countless treasures just waiting to be discovered by the … Read more
Switzerland is a stunning country full of jaw-dropping views and adventure-filled experiences. Which also means it’s a great place to bring kids as you can keep them entertained for weeks. From train rides to the top of soaring peaks to chocolate experiences that will have them asking for more, here are more kid-friendly experiences in … Read more
Looking for a summer camp that will instill in your kids a love of nature and in particular of the ocean? I was looking for summer camps in Vancouver and found this one! Sea Smart School offers outdoor programs at the beautiful Acadia Beach in Vancouver’s Pacific Spirit Park. Vivi and I saw Marine Biologist … Read more
Comox, BC is an outdoor adventure mecca. There are so many fun things to do in Comox with kids, here are a few of our favorites. We take the ferry from Tsawwassen to Duke Point, Nanaimo, and drive an hour and a half north. There’s also a ferry from Horseshoe Bay to Nanaimo. Spend the … Read more
Remember how exciting it was to get a card or letter in the mail when you were a kid? It’s almost a thing of the past, but if your child writes to their favorite Disney character they’ll get an autographed postcard back. Download your free printable letter here. This might be a fun activity before … Read more
When I die, I’d like James Lee Burke to write my eulogy. That sounds macabre I’m sure, but I love his writing, and I know he would make me sound like one of the flawed and broken but lovable characters in his books. You’d know that I was someone who has made bad choices, but you’d … Read more