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DIY: Summer Weekend Getaway in Ontario

June 10, 2019 by Lynn Filed Under: Canada Leave a Comment

summer weekend getaway ontario

The current state of the world has everyone feeling like they’re cooped up and can’t go anywhere. Can you relate?  While the pandemic has grounded us from traveling internationally, it has also encouraged us to explore more at home.  This means that I have also recently rediscovered the beauty right in my own backyard. With […]

Where to See Sloths in the Wild in Costa Rica

May 20, 2019 by Lynn Filed Under: Costa Rica 20 Comments

wild sloth costa rica

Ahh, animal tourism. It brings out the best and the worst in people, doesn’t it? While traveling, we make an effort to make the best decisions we can regarding animals. Some things are obvious: I would never encourage anyone to hold a baby alligator whose mouth is obviously taped shut, but others are not as […]

How I Snagged Free Tickets to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York

May 5, 2019 by Lynn Filed Under: United States Leave a Comment

federal reserve tickets

While looking for interesting and educational activities for your family in New York, maybe the Federal Reserve Bank comes up as a possible outing. You check out their website and you’re in luck. They offer guided tours of the Museum and Gold Vault for free!! SWEET. Who doesn’t want to see the stacks of gold […]

Which Monument offers the Best View of Paris?

April 7, 2019 by Lynn Filed Under: France 2 Comments

Best View of Paris

This article contains affiliate links.  If you’re planning on touring the city of Paris, you are probably eager to see the view from above. Not to fret, friends, as I have made a quick summary to ensure that you make the most of your time while enjoying the best view that Paris has to offer! […]

A FREE Weekend in New York

March 8, 2019 by Lynn Filed Under: United States Leave a Comment

Central Park New York

One of my favourite parts in the Stepbrothers movie starring Will Ferrell and John C. Reilly is when they stack their bunk beds on top of each and then jump excitedly around the room stating “there’s so much room for ACTIVITIES!” Guys, I can relate. I too, love activities. What is better then, than free […]

Best Day Trips from Paris – Small Towns to Visit for that Authentic French Experience

March 3, 2019 by Lynn Filed Under: France 2 Comments

Visiting the North-West side of France? While I love Paris as much as the next person, I think the best day trips demonstrate the cultural (and historical) significance of the country. Don’t miss out on this experience by visiting one of the small towns below.  Giverny Located a 45-minute train ride from Paris, Giverny is […]

How to get from Newark to Manhattan

February 10, 2019 by Lynn Filed Under: United States Leave a Comment

Newark to Manhattan

We did a long weekend in New York City, so we decided to make the most of the time we had and fly there. New York is only a hop, skip and a jump away from Toronto – driving time is around 8 hours, depending on how long it takes you to go through customs […]

Is the Paris Museum Pass Worth It?

February 3, 2019 by Lynn Filed Under: France 12 Comments

arc de triomphe

When planning on visiting Paris for the first time, many people opt to look into a Paris Pass of some sort. The questions that follow usually lead into…which one should I get, how much is it, and then, is it worth the money? There are a million things that I love about Paris: the sandwiches, […]

A Visit to the Palace of Versailles

January 13, 2019 by Lynn Filed Under: France Leave a Comment

how to get to versailles from paris

If it is your first (or second, or third) trip to Paris, you are probably debating visiting the famed Chateau of Versailles. I am not all about re-inventing the wheel friends. I believe in consulting the experts if it will make your life easier. Fellow blogger Mike’s Travel Guides to Europe wrote a stellar explanation […]

All You Need to Know for the Statue of Liberty Crown Tour

December 1, 2018 by Lynn Filed Under: United States 2 Comments

statue of liberty crown

If you’re planning a trip to New York, the Statue of Liberty is probably on your bucket list. Unfortunately, if you’re hoping to get tickets to the Crown, I am here to tell you that you will need to plan ahead, as tickets typically sell out up to 2 months in advance. Statue Cruises is […]

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