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Scary travel experiences (and how to be prepared)

Travel is fun, but scary situations can happen. Traveling is exciting!  I would guess that 99% of the time, a trip will go as planned and, even if it doesn’t go perfectly, the experience will still be wonderful and fulfilling. However, some stressful things can happen while traveling such as illness, an accident, theft, security issues, or even political turmoil. Most travelers are caught off guard when things take a turn for the worse, being…

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Destination Tips & Reviews

Insider Tips for Calaway Park

Every summer, we visit Calaway Park in Calgary. We’ve been taking the kids since they were two-years-old – it quickly became a tradition when we realized just how awesome this amusement park is for everyone from young to old. Where is Calaway Park? Calaway Park is Western Canada’s largest amusement park and is located about 5 minutes west of Calgary, Alberta, Canada on Highway 1. The exit for Calaway Park is called Springbank Road (exit 169). What…

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Why You Should Travel
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Just Book the Trip! 5 Reasons Why You Should Travel Now.

Why should you travel? Do you wonder why your neighbors seem to be jaunting off on an exotic holiday a few times a year? Or what makes your friend leave almost every weekend on another road trip? Seeing everyone’s travel adventure pics pop-up on your newsfeed or overhearing people talking about their upcoming vacations may pique your curiosity on why many folks seem to prioritize traveling in their spare time. There is no one clear…

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5 helpful travel websites that make trip planning easier!

Looking for the best travel websites for planning your next trip? There are so many awesome and handy travel websites, beyond the usual booking websites, that will help you through the entire process of traveling. From finding the best seat on the plane to making sure you are safe and healthy when traveling abroad, here are my favorite travel websites that are serious game-changers even for the most seasoned travelers! Seat Guru Seatguru.com takes the…

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Discover Fairmont Hot Springs

The Rocky Mountains bordering British Columbia and Alberta are famous for destinations like Jasper, Lake Louise, Canmore and Banff, but have you been to Fairmont Hot Springs yet? When I think of taking a trip to the mountains, the first places that pop into my mind are Jasper and Banff followed by Canmore and Lake Louise. There is truly a reason that people flock to these beautiful towns – they are stunning year-round! The world…

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Ultimate List of Alberta Roadside Attractions

Contributed by Alberta Mamas Planning an Alberta Road Trip? There is almost nothing better than a road trip, with the exception of going on a road trip and making a pit stop to see that world’s largest honeybee or a real-life UFO landing pad. In honour of all things weird, here’s our ultimate list of all things roadside in Alberta. Alberta Road Trip Attractions Andrew, Alberta What to see: World’s Largest MallardWhere to see it: Just…

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Road Trips in Alberta with Kids – Calaway Park!

Check out Western Canada’s largest amusement park! Many people have lived in Alberta their whole life and have never been to Calaway Park! Just a few minutes East of Calgary on the Trans-Canada Highway, Calaway Park is renowned as Western Canada’s largest amusement park. It’s a fairly easy road trip from many places in Alberta, especially Southern and Central locations. You may have even driven past it numerous times when you’ve headed to Canmore, Banff…

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London on a Budget

Can London be your next budget holiday? Start planning your trip with this guide for some of the free attractions in London, as well as some of the paid ones you just can’t miss! Tips for a budget holiday in London will make sure you can see this world class city!

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Things to do in Calgary with Kids

Calgary is the fifth largest city in Canada and also ranked at the top for sunniest Canadian cities! The city is diverse with plenty of activities and fun for all ages. If your planning on taking a trip to Calgary for the weekend or even a few days, here is a great list of ideas for a fun family getaway, especially in the warmer months! Choose a great hotel for kids in Calgary. Plan your…

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Packing Lists

What to Pack in Carry On Luggage

15 things you should bring with you the plane. If you’re packing for a trip, it can be tricky to try and remember everything you need. When you’re flying, it’s important to have a strategy in case your luggage gets lost, which happens all too often these days! Lost luggage is so frustrating, especially if it takes a couple of days to arrive or you are moving on to a destination that is away from…

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