Jen Mallia



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Jen Mallia is an Edmonton writer who is passionate about travel, Netflix, and raising good humans (not always in that order!) She has written for numerous print and on-line publications, and is always on the lookout for the next great story--around the corner or across the globe! You can follow her adventures on Instagram and Twitter: @jen_mallia

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9 Spots to Make a Splash! Inflatable Aqua Parks in Canada

Posted on: August 9, 2016

What’s better? Bouncing all day on a giant inflatable, or splashing away at the lake? What if you didn’t have to choose? In the words of my four-year-old, “I want everything!” Giant inflatable aquaparks are finding their way onto lakes across Canada. If you find yourself holidaying near one of them,
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Two if By Sea: Tandem Kayaking in Cape Breton

Posted on: August 5, 2016

Our driver Jim gamely pulls to the side of the road yet again, the oohs and aahs  of his passengers entreating him for another scenery photo op; roughly the tenth time in the last hour. A Cape Bretoner born and raised, he teases “Another boat on the ocean needs ‘er picture taken,
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The Tale of Miss Potter: Beatrix Potter at 150!

Posted on: July 28, 2016

Whether you’re a fan of the anthropomorphic little creatures in Beatrix Potter’s tales or you want to learn more about the nature conservation efforts of the woman ahead of her time, check out some of these neat ways to say “Happy 150, Beatrix Potter!” Visit Hill Top Farm: Potter ran a successful farm,
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Take a Ride on the Pride of Canada Carousel in Markham

Posted on: July 11, 2016

Downtown Markham, Ontario got a boost of national pride on Canada Day with the grand opening of the Pride of Canada, an interactive sculpture in the guise of a carousel. Sculpted from found materials by husband Patrick Amiot and lovingly painted by wife Bridgette Laurent, each of the 44 figures
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Go Directly to Jail… on Your Vacation! 5 Cool Jailhouse Hotels

Posted on: June 15, 2016

Here are 5 of the coolest jailhouse stays. These fun former prisons-turned-hotels are definitely more glamour and less slammer! My self-proclaimed hilarious dad would dole out allowance to my brother and I every week with the same line: “Here you go, you little criminals.” We weren’t particularly villainous as far
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Alone with the Kids: Vacationing without your Parenting Partner

Posted on: June 6, 2016

Thinking about taking your kids on a trip but your spouse can’t make it? Here’s what you need to know about vacationing without your spouse! My husband peers through the screen of my phone as my son runs through the opulent Canmore lodgings, giving him a high speed video tour
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Shine a light for the Make a Wish Foundation with Go RVing Canada

Posted on: May 26, 2016

Buy a lantern and shine a light for the Make a Wish Foundation for the kick off of camping week with Go RVing Canada! Did you know that May 24-29, 2016 is Camping Week? It is billed as the kick off to camping season, with campgrounds across Canada offering special
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5 Seriously Important Things to Consider Before Travelling in a Group

Posted on: May 20, 2016

Is travelling in a group with another family a good idea, or is it a recipe for disaster? The truth lies somewhere between “both” and “neither.” Sure, another set of eyes and hands can make a bad day better, but the flip side is, there is another family, complete with
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Home Sweet Home – 5 Fantastic Canadian Vacations

Posted on: April 25, 2016

Do you have summer plans already? If you are like most Canadians, chances are you’ll be staying close by. A survey by Travelzoo found that 47% of us won’t be venturing beyond our borders, and a 36% will travel stateside, but no further. In an article for Yahoo Finance, Andrew
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Pipe Mountain Coaster Alpine Roller Coaster Opening Soon!

Posted on: April 11, 2016

Why should winter get all the fun? Revelstoke Mountain Resort is adding even more fun to their summer line up with The Pipe Mountain Coaster…a roller coaster down the side of a mountain! The newest summer attraction will reach speeds of up to 42 km/h as it twists and turns
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