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Going to Disney! How to prep your family

Going to Disney! How to prep your family

When it comes to planning a trip to Walt Disney World, there's a wealth of online information. But how do you decide what last-minute tips will work for your family?

Tracy Chappell

Best family-friendly places to stay in Myrtle Beach

Best family-friendly places to stay in Myrtle Beach

Looking for a fun family getaway that's not too far away? Why not try sunny South Carolina? Our editor, Sasha, scoped out the joint and rounded up the best family-friendly places to stay in Myrtle Beach.

Sasha Emmons

Drinking the Kool-Aid at Disney

Drinking the Kool-Aid at Disney

Deputy editor Leah Rumack takes her family to Disney for the first time—and it doesn't suck!

Leah Rumack

22 of the best children's theatre companies across Canada

22 of the best children's theatre companies across Canada

Do you have a miniature playwright with an uncompromising penchant for the stage? How about a little thespian who’s curious about drama? Take them to spend a day (or several!) at one of these awesome children’s theatres.

Emily Sadler

23 thrilling Halloween events across Canada

23 thrilling Halloween events across Canada

Take your brave bunch to some eerie Halloween events, or opt for kid-friendly seasonal fun. Your little ghosts and goblins will have a ghoulishly good time.

Emily Sadler

Frozen's Let it Go voted best car song for kids

Frozen's Let it Go voted best car song for kids

New survey shows Frozen's Let it Go is the top travel song for families. To commemorate the occasion, we've collected fun videos of family sing-a-longs!

Amy Valm

Fun family things to do in Japan

Fun family things to do in Japan

Carol Toller takes her family to the land of geishas and samurais.

Carol Toller

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.

Jody Robbins

16 best beaches across Canada

16 best beaches across Canada

Pack a picnic and sand-proof your diaper bag, because we’ve rounded up the best beaches in Canada.

Melissa Carter

Do I need to get special travel insurance while pregnant?

Do I need to get special travel insurance while pregnant?

We asked the expert what you need to know about insurance when it comes to travelling while pregnant.

Michelle Spencer-Arsenault, Manulife Financial

Canadian playgrounds: 18 great outdoor parks

Canadian playgrounds: 18 great outdoor parks

Looking to banish boredom this summer? We’ve got you covered with these great outdoor Canadian playgrounds.

Amy Valm

Taking the kids to Disney: What to do?

Taking the kids to Disney: What to do?

Is it possible for adults and children to both enjoy a family trip to Disney?

Tracy Chappell

Smugglers' Notch: Summer family destination (yes!)

Smugglers' Notch: Summer family destination (yes!)

Senior editor Haley Overland and her family take this popular winter getaway for a summery spin.

Haley Overland

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.

Jody Robbins

10 best travel apps

10 best travel apps

We've rounded up ten of the best travel apps to accompany you and your family on your next adventure!

Amber Mac

Postcard from Halifax, Nova Scotia

Postcard from Halifax, Nova Scotia

Deputy editor Leah Rumack and her family hit the eastern seaboard for some Nova Scotian charm.

Leah Rumack

Flying when pregnant: What you should know before taking off

Flying when pregnant: What you should know before taking off

Make sure you know the rules of safe air travel during pregnancy.

Jodi Di Menna

I spent two weeks away from my kids—and I didn’t feel guilty

I spent two weeks away from my kids—and I didn’t feel guilty

After two weeks away from her kids, one mom realizes it's OK to enjoy time away from the family.

Susan Goldberg

5 tips for affordable family travel

5 tips for affordable family travel

Family travel: Hot tips on cheap ways for families to travel.

Camilla Cornell

All the best botanical gardens in Canada

All the best botanical gardens in Canada

The buds have sprouted, the grass is green and the fragrance of flowers is in the air. Come see for yourselves!

Emily Sadler