Jody Robbins

Jody Robbins

Jody is a an award-winning features, travel and lifestyle writer based in Calgary, Alberta. She is currently an on-air personality for Global News and a wellness columnist for Calgary Herald. Her work can also be found in The Globe and Mail, National Post, Toronto Sun, and many more.

Jody shares her adventures and frequent mishaps on her blog called Travels with Baggage.

Latest from Jody Robbins

25 Places Every Canadian Kid Should See

25 Places Every Canadian Kid Should See

Take the family on a national field trip, courtesy of Jody Robbins, author of 25 Places in Canada Every Family Should Visit.

The 11 best water parks in Canada

The 11 best water parks in Canada

Summer means one thing: water parks! Here's a list of our favourite water parks and splash pads across Canada.

Canada's best weekend getaways

Canada's best weekend getaways

Check out these fun, family-friendly spots that are all within three hours of a major city, but just far enough away from home to feel like a true holiday!

Canada's best summer resorts for families

Canada's best summer resorts for families

Who needs to get on a long plane ride to take a vacation? Stick closer to home and check out one of Canada's best summer resorts for families.

25 best family vacations this winter

25 best family vacations this winter

Planning a family getaway this winter season? Here are awesome vacation ideas, whether you're craving the sun or the slopes.

Ski resorts in summer: 15 Canadian hot spots

Ski resorts in summer: 15 Canadian hot spots

Alfresco adventures await active families at these summer-ready ski resorts.

The best spas for Mother's Day across Canada

The best spas for Mother's Day across Canada

Trying to find a sweet way to celebrate Mother's Day? Try one of these top spas!

Family travel: 26 kid-friendly city hotels

Family travel: 26 kid-friendly city hotels

With more urban hotels catering to kids, taking a big-city family vacation is now totally doable. Check out our list of kid-friendly city hotels from coast to coast.

Labour Day weekend: What to do from coast to coast

Labour Day weekend: What to do from coast to coast

Make the most of the Labour Day weekend with these fun activities in our favourite Canadian cities.

12 fun Canada Day festivals across the country

12 fun Canada Day festivals across the country

From the east coast to the west, we've found awesome Canada Day festivals and celebrations that the whole family can enjoy—without breaking the bank.

10 Halloween events not to miss

10 Halloween events not to miss

We're rounded up Canada's best haunted houses, spooky parties and ghostly gatherings for family fun this Halloween.

The best family vacation destinations for spring

The best family vacation destinations for spring

Whether simple and close to home or extravagant and abroad, embark on a family adventure this spring. Here are 25 travel destinations to check out!

Calgary Stampede: What to do with kids

Calgary Stampede: What to do with kids