It's not surprising the amount of thought Disney Imagineers put into the design of rides, parks, resorts and cruise ships. There are so many little details I didn't really notice during my family's most recent cruise on the Disney Dream until I started organizing our photos. The Disney Dream is gorgeous and there are so many little things that make sailing with Disney … [Read more...]
Family Getaway at Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa
Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites Conference Centre & Spa is driving distance to many of Toronto's popular attractions and is perfect for families looking for a centrally located hotel without the busyness of downtown. Here's a few reasons why to consider Hilton Toronto/Markham Suites for your next visit: Separate Living and Sleeping Area All rooms are suites with a … [Read more...]
Summer at Blue Mountain Resort in Collingwood, Ontario
Blue Mountain Resort in Collingwood, Ontario is a popular destination among skiers and snowboarders and is the largest mountain resort in the province. I am not the biggest fan of winter or winter sports (I'm not very coordinated on skis!) so my visits to ski resorts including this one when the temperatures drop have been minimal. I think I've only visited once in … [Read more...]
What to See: Pike Place Market in Seattle
Thanks to Public Market Tours, I was able to learn more about one of Seattle's most iconic attractions - Pike Place Market. This market is one of the oldest public farmers markets open year round in the US. While there are hundreds (maybe thousands) of Starbucks in Seattle, the very first shop was opened in 1971 in Pike Place Market. This store still has it's … [Read more...]
Exploring Olympic National Park in Washington
On my recent trip to Seattle, I had the privilege of taking a tour of Olympic National Park in Washington with Evergreen Escapes. Having never visited a national park in the US before I didn't know what to expect. By the end of the day I was exhausted but thrilled that I was able to take part in such an informative tour and capture some breathtaking scenes on … [Read more...]