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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Spooky, Spectacular Paris Catacombs

Posted on: October 13, 2015

Deep in the bowels beneath Paris lies a city unseen. The bones of citizens long dead form an intricate architecture that is the chilling and fascinating Paris catacombs. A sign marks the entrance: “Arrête! C’est ici l’empire de la Mort” (“Stop! This is the Empire of the Dead”) Not the
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Check out Haunted Victoria… if you dare!

Posted on: October 9, 2015

Are you brave enough for Haunted Victoria? We like to joke about Vancouver Island being a haven of retirees, but the truth is, beneath the vibrant city of Victoria lurk residents who are far, far older. As British Columbia’s most haunted city, the capital boasts a long and torrid history
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Wagging Tails and Happy Trails! Pet Therapy at the Edmonton International Airport

Posted on: September 28, 2015

Man’s best friend is doling out stress-busting relief with Pet Therapy at the Edmonton International Airport. Let’s play a little word association game. When I say “Airport” what do you think? If you said “peace” “serenity” or any synonym of “calm,” you are a liar. You should probably be working
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“Of Course I Can!” Why the Hotel Concierge is your Secret Vacation Weapon!

Posted on: September 17, 2015

The Concierge stands by the front entrance of the hotel, smiling a greeting as you wander in and out of your hotel. If you’re like me (and have no clue what a concierge does, let alone how to use one), you shyly smile while simultaneously trying to avoid eye contact.
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Charmed by Saskatoon

Posted on: September 7, 2015

This place is awesome!” My son happily declares as we survey the beautiful banks of the South Saskatchewan River from aboard the Prairie Lily river boat. The city of Saskatoon is weaving its spell over him. “Why did you ever leave?” At 12 years old I had little to do
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What Fresh Hell is this? 5 Ways to Make Camping Worse Than it Already is

Posted on: August 17, 2015

An astute reader may guess from the title that I am not much of a camper. It’s hilarious that I married a former infantryman and committed outdoor enthusiast because I am so not. His idea of camping was lugging your kit in to some remote locale complete with a dig-your-own latrine.
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Rip Roaring Summer Family Fun in Red Deer – Yes, Red Deer!

Posted on: July 23, 2015

If you have every had a conversation with a 6 year old, you know they rarely start with anything so mundane as “Hi” or “How are you?” More likely they start with some pressing fact in the 6 year old’s life. “My dog smells like Doritos, but he doesn’t eat
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10 Awesome Things to do in Montreal with Kids this Summer

Posted on: July 21, 2015

Montreal may be know for its more grown up delights, but quelle surprise! There are some wonderful things to beguile families too! Montreal is a city unlike any other. Canada is happy to claim it for our own, but there is that je ne sais quoi that sets it apart. It’s
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SAVE with a Friends and Family Discount at the Disney Store

Posted on: July 16, 2015

The thing about the Disney store is that pretty much everything is either super cool or adorable. Good news! We have a Friends and Family Discount at the Disney Store (in store or on line) to save 25% off your entire purchase, July 16-19, 2015. And since you are our
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Best Poutine in the West: Your life won’t be complete until you eat at these 6 places!

Posted on: July 15, 2015

Once upon a time in rural Quebec, some homespun (and I’m guessing not entirely svelte) cook added cheese curds to fries and gravy. A Canadian institution was born, and it was good. The word “poutine” started as a French bastardization of the English “pudding” meaning “[sloppy/mushy] mess” in Quebecois slang.
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