Prince Edward Island · Family Fun Canada

Shrunken Heads and Hidden Secrets at Ripley’s Believe It or Not! in Cavendish, Prince Edward Island

Helen Earley Canada, News & Reviews, Prince Edward Island August 26, 2019

We make the pilgrimage to Prince Edward Island from Nova Scotia every year, old friends from high school, plus our respective husbands and kids. Our mission: to spend as much time as possible on the beach and with each other, toasting s’mores, reminiscing about ...Read More

5 Delicious, Relaxing Family Adventures in New Glasgow, Prince Edward Island

Helen Earley Canada, News & Reviews, Prince Edward Island July 27, 2018

Many Canadian vacationers know Prince Edward Island as an old-fashioned, laid-back paradise with red sand beaches, delicious fresh seafood, and plenty to do for kids. The epicentre of family adventure is Cavendish, with Shining Waters Family Fun Park, Sandspit Amusement Park, the Cavendish Boardwalk, and of ...Read More

Big Family? Here Are Some Unique and Affordable Accommodations for Big Broods!

Shelley Cameron-McCarron Canada, Caribbean, Europe, France, News & Reviews, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Scotland, Travel Tips April 9, 2018

Let’s face it. Travelling as a family of five or more in an accommodation world built for four can be challenging. I know this all too well. When my kids were small, it was possible—though never preferable—to cajole the wee three into one bed. ...Read More

A Journey Across Canada’s Provinces and Territories in 13 National Parks

Adele Paul Alberta, British Columbia, Canada, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, News & Reviews, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Travel Tips June 23, 2017

From the grandeur of Rocky Mountains in Jasper to the salmon-filled streams of Gwaii Haanas, Canadian National Parks are natural treasures that draw visitors from around the country and around the world. This year, in honour of Canada 150, Parks Canada is offering free entry ...Read More

12 Incredible Family Adventures in The Magdalen Islands

Helen Earley Canada, News & Reviews, Prince Edward Island, Quebec March 17, 2017

“The Maggies!?” squeals my neighbour when I tell her about a possible destination for our family road trip, “Oh my gosh, you have to go.” She pulls out her honeymoon album and continues gushing: “Helen, the beaches are beautiful, the cheese is amazing, there’s ...Read More

Prince Edward Island for Animal Lovers

Jan Napier Canada, News & Reviews, Prince Edward Island February 17, 2017

Are you a lover of warm and fuzzy or soft and snuggly? Get close to your animal brethren on Prince Edward Island (PEI), an awesome place for creature experiences of all kinds. And with the small size of the island, you could easily try ...Read More

So the Trump Victory Means You’ll Take Your Vacation in Canada? We Got You Covered!

Family Fun Canada Alberta, British Columbia, Canada, Newfoundland, News & Reviews, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, Saskatchewan November 10, 2016

If the results of the recent US election have you feeling a bit apprehensive about travelling south of the border, rest assured that you do not need to leave the peaceful, politically sedate confines of Canada to experience holiday bliss. ...Read More

Family Fun in The Historic City of Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Helen Earley Canada, News & Reviews, Prince Edward Island September 9, 2016

With so many stunning beaches on Prince Edward Island, it’s easy to forget that PEI also has one of Canada’s most historic, picturesque, and easily walkable cities. Our family made Charlottetown, PEI part of our itinerary on a summer road trip from Halifax to Quebec’s Magdalen Islands, and ...Read More

The Appalachian Powder Trail: 12 Great Ski Hills in Atlantic Canada

Helen Earley Canada, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, News & Reviews, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island January 22, 2016

Atlantic Canada boasts plenty of amazing opportunities for downhill skiing. Beautiful hardwood forests, minimal wait-time at the lifts, uncongested trails, sea views and of course, great maritime hospitality are all great reasons to visit ski hills on the East Coast. This year, Atlantic Canada expects more ...Read More

The Best of PEI! 6 “Must-Dos” on Prince Edward Island!

Shelley Cameron-McCarron Canada, News & Reviews, Prince Edward Island August 14, 2015

Prince Edward Island, the gentle island cradled by the waves of the Gulf of St. Lawrence, may be Canada’s tiniest province, but it sure is big on family fun. Most special? It has that flavour of something different. A lot of people have forgotten ...Read More