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Table of Contents View moreView less If you want a quick introduction to hiking in Glacier National Park, British Columbia, the Great Glacier Trail is an excellent choice. It’s one of the park’s more accessible hikes, so it’s an ideal stop between Golden and Revelstoke – both about an hour away. Quick hikers can finish it in around 2.5 hours. …

Table of Contents View moreView less Craving unforgettable fall adventures, the kind where familiar trails transform into something downright magical as the air cools and the colours explode. Experience Golden, BC, a town in the middle of six national parks! Here you’ll find incredible fall hikes, scenic walks, and even a pair of soaring suspension bridges, spread across two nearby …

Table of Contents View moreView less I’ve been lucky to stand on a few of the world’s high points including Kilimanjaro, Kosciuszko, and Snowdon – a rare privilege and one I don’t take for granted. While in the High Tatras Mountains of Slovakia there was an opportunity to spend a day hiking Rysy – the highest mountain peak in Poland. …

The pretty Kaslo River Trail is a favourite of both locals and visitors alike. It’s a fun trail to hike with lots of variety despite its short length. It’s easy to access on foot from downtown Kaslo. There are two small parking lots, close to the covered bridges at either end of the trail. Hike along either side of the …

Last Updated on June 26, 2025 Singapore is one of the most family friendly cities in the world. Here’s a local’s guide to traveling Singapore with kids. Vibrant, tropical and multi-cultural: Singapore is a fantastic destination for kids. Over the past 10 years, Singapore has shed its sterile concrete jungle image to become an exciting garden city. These days, it’s …

Last Updated on August 19, 2025 Revered for its colorful markets, scenic boat rides and immersive cultural experiences, Vietnam is a wonderful destination for the whole family. Here’s our guide on planning a Vietnam family trip. Vietnam doesn’t immediately come to mind when it comes to family-friendly travel destinations but adventurous families will find it a rewarding place to visit …

Last Updated on August 15, 2025 From the imperial charm of Vienna’s Schönbrunn Palace to the snow-dusted peaks of the Austrian Alps, traveling through Austria feels like stepping into a storybook. Here’s our comprehensive guide to help you plan an adventurous family trip to Austria.  Renowned for its dreamy Alps and enchanting castles, Austria has a whimsical charm and magical …

Last Updated on August 4, 2025 For intrepid parents planning an adventurous Peru family trip, this is my comprehensive guide to traveling Peru with kids. Traveling Peru with kids is an adventure of a lifetime. The country is a treasure trove of ancient sites and indigenous villages, packed with so much dramatic mountainscapes and immersive experiences that intrepid kids would …

Last Updated on July 30, 2025 Is living in Bali all it’s made out to be? We’ve spent three months experience the Bali digital nomad life as a family. Here’s what I like (and dislike) about living on this island. Greetings from the island of Gods! After a month or so of traveling in Singapore, Laos and East Timor, we …

Last Updated on August 4, 2025 For intrepid parents, traveling Pakistan with kids is an adventure of a lifetime. We’ve just returned from an epic Pakistan family trip and we’re sharing our experience. With its reputation as a ‘dangerous place’, Pakistan doesn’t usually come to mind when planning a trip with kids. But it far exceeded my expectations with its …

Last Updated on August 4, 2025 From spotting towering giraffes to tracking lion paw prints, safaris are a thrilling adventure for the whole family. Here’s our pick of the best destinations for safari with kids. Africa has a special place in my heart — it’s my favorite continent, full of natural wonders, amazing wildlife and beautiful people. Since my kid …

Last Updated on August 7, 2025 The scent hit us the moment we stepped out of the car — the earthy, sacred aroma of burning copal. It was a fragrance that instantly cleansed the mind, signaling a departure from the everyday. This was the entrance to Our Habitas San Miguel de Allende, and our check-in wasn’t a transaction, but a …

Last Updated on August 26, 2025 Visit Senegal for a peek into West African culture and history. Here’s my detailed Senegal travel guide and itinerary. Perched on the westernmost tip of Africa, Senegal beats to a different rhythm as its neighbors. The country is lined with beaches popular with surfers and dotted with islands that are home to crumbling but …

Last Updated on August 27, 2025 Florence is a city that grabs you and doesn’t let go. I remember that overwhelming sensation when I arrived in Florence after walking the Path of Gods from Bologna, wandering its cobblestone streets, completely mesmerized. It felt less like a city and more like an open-air museum, where every corner revealed another masterpiece. As …