Centreville is a small amusement park located a short ferry ride from the hustle and bustle of downtown Toronto. My husband and I were born and raised in Toronto and have fond memories of Centreville. It's a day trip many local families make each summer. Located on Centre Island, the Toronto Ferry Docks is the only way to get to Centreville. Family Fun at … [Read more...]
Hotel Monaco in Seattle, Washington
While Seattle is known for its coffee, weather, arts & culture and food scene, it is also a very kid friendly destination for families to visit all year round. My family recently visited and stayed at the Hotel Monaco in Seattle by Kimpton for two nights. Gorgeous, Chic and Modern Located in the heart of downtown Seattle on 4th Street and a short distance from … [Read more...]
Get Your Quack On: Ride the Ducks of Seattle
Last month, my family and I enjoyed a tour of Seattle with Ride The Ducks. Is it a bus? Is it a boat? It's Both! Ride the Ducks offers visitors and Seattle-ites an engaging and educational tour of Seattle aboard an amphibious bus - a vehicle that can drive on land and cruise in the water. With two pick up points, Westlake Center (near the shopping mall in downtown … [Read more...]
The Butterfly Conservatory – Niagara Falls, Ontario
On our drive home from Rochester, NY we stopped by the Niagara Parks Butterfly Conservatory for a pit stop and to stretch our legs. Before heading into the conservatory, visitors are asked to watch a short video which gives some background information about the butterflies and the conservatory. Inside the conservatory, guests will have the opportunity to see over 2000 … [Read more...]
Sticky Lips BBQ in Rochester, NY
BBQ in Rochester? Not exactly the first thing that came to my mind when planning our weekend road trip but definitely something that should be on your "to do" list if you're visiting. Sticky Lips BBQ Having never been a big fan of BBQ before (although we do go to Ribfest at home every Summer - more for the atmosphere than the food), our family was wowed by Sticky Lips … [Read more...]