Tag Archives: family travel


Awesome Adventure at Ripley’s Aquarium in Toronto

by Stephen Johnson Ever since the Ripley’s Aquarium opened in Toronto about a year ago, it has been on our family’s bucket list.  A recent trip to Toronto provided the perfect opportunity to visit the aquarium. We had followed the … Continue reading

Everyone loves the creatures of Niagara Falls

by Stephen Johnson It started with a television jingle.  You know the one: “Everyone loves Marineland.”  Last summer at our house, that was the theme song. It was always followed by a question, “Dad, when are we going to Marineland?” … Continue reading

Heading to Disney? Ask Ottawa’s Disney Mom

Got a question about Disney? Ottawa mom Jennifer Colombe is on the 2017 Disney Parks Moms Panel as a Walt Disney World Resort specialist! Continue reading

Iceland: Land of Fire and Ice

When Caroline Wissing and her family were considering Iceland for a holiday, many friends asked why Iceland? Well, why not Iceland? It turns out Iceland was one of the best vacations they’ve taken as a family. Continue reading

Life Lessons for Stittsville Family

A Stittsville family had the adventure of a lifetime this past summer when mom and kids taught English immersion classes to students in Nicaragua. Continue reading

March Break: Keep Kids Entertained in a Hotel

Travelling out of town with your kids over March Break? You’re certainly not alone. Here’s how to keep them entertained while you’re at a hotel.

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Pirate Adventures

by Stephen Johnson

Did you know pirates ply their trade on the Rideau River?  Before you sell the cottage or give up the boat, these pirates are friendly.  They sail out of Mooney’s Bay and go by the name Pirate Adventures. Continue reading