When we planned a week to visit Calgary and Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada, I had no idea what to expect. We had heard that Banff was beautiful, but no one talks about…
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Three Frustrations and a Miracle: Week 1 Abroad
We carefully mapped our route. I packed and re-packed our bags. We had all of our favorite travel snacks. We even made the perfect road trip playlist. I was prepared to drive out of…
BATL Axe Throwing in Calgary: Our Favorite Thing to do in YYC
Everyone needs to throw an axe sometimes. Said every mom ever. At least I did when we saw an axe throwing studio in Montreal two years ago. We walked past this unassuming building with…
Meanwhile in Hawaii: Photos that tell the other side of the story
There are certain things everyone thinks of when they hear Hawaii. Pineapples, sunshine, sandy beaches, happy people. Those things are all true, but it’s not the whole truth. Here are some pictures of things…
How can I keep my passport safe when travelling?
*This article contains affiliate links. If you choose to purchase through one of these links I will receive a small commission. This in no way affects my recommendation, however.* I had my passport…
3 Days in Glacier National Park
For 10 months we’ve been counting down the days until we move abroad for a 2-year adventure. We spent our last few weeks packing, sorting, storing, and selling our goods and furniture and organizing…
Becoming Digital Nomads: Our Checklist to Live Abroad
We decided we wanted to travel abroad as digital nomads when we were engaged, but it took 8 years to figure out how to make that happen! In that amount of time we had…
The Other Side of Hawaii
You’ve heard of the famous beaches, incredible sea life, and laid back attitude, but there’s an equally important side to Hawaii that most don’t talk about: the rain. We experienced an intense rainstorm…
10 Ways to Keep Kids Safe in A Crowd
When we travel to new places or to events with a large crowd I have two fears on my mind: that my child will get into an accident or that he’ll get away from…
One of the Cool Kids
The appeal of visiting Canada’s province of Quebec is that it feels like an extension of Europe in North America. Gorgeous architecture, manicured gardens, fountains, and statues give breathtaking urban views from every…