Boy, it’s challenging to plan a trip in 2026! Between the high cost of living in the Lower Mainland, the unpredictable and ever-changing relationship with our neighbours down south, and the rising cost of trips to other family-friendly travel destinations, it can be daunting to sit down and figure out
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Weeknights are busy, and sometimes, it’s nice to be able to eat at a restaurant as a family without spending a fortune. As we all know, the cost of food has skyrocketed in the last few years, and when the cost of food is so high, everyone feels the pinch,
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As parents, we spend so much time looking for new and exciting places and activities for our kids, but when we get some fun time for ourselves, we default to going out for dinner. Not anymore! It’s a proven fact that having new and exciting experiences with our partners or
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Is there truly just one season for ice cream? Yes, it makes sense to eat ice cream on a hot summer day. But is there anything wrong with a creamy bowl of ice cream alongside a cup of tea or a mug of hot chocolate? I eat ice cream 12
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Want to experience a city in a whole new way? Travel with kids! I’ve been to Kelowna many times as an adult, but this was our first time taking our kids there, and we loved how kid-friendly and fun the whole experience was. We only had 3 days in the
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When the sun comes out and the temperature heats up, there’s no better place to be than on a sunny beach with swimming at your fingertips. Vancouver has truly beautiful beaches – English Bay, Kits Beach, Jericho – the list goes on! But there are also great beaches and swimming
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Who doesn’t love a round of mini golf? The kids love the whimsical courses, and the parents get to feel like a giant for the day. We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of mini golf facilities in Vancouver and across the Lower Mainland. I don’t know about your kids, but mine
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Before we had kids, we loved going to the local breweries to hang out for the afternoon. After we had kids, we were equally pleased to see that many of the breweries are family-friendly and offer activities and treats that kids (and other non-drinkers) love! Because let’s be honest– there’s
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Let’s face it, living in Metro Vancouver means we get used to rain. But when the rain continues for days on end and you’ve exhausted all the indoor playgrounds and home crafts, it’s time to think outside the box. Below we’ve pulled together a list of unique activities that is
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Watching your child master peddling on two wheels is an exciting moment for many parents. I still remember both our boys pedalling off, down the lane, having all my fingers and toes crossed in the hopes they remembered how to stop. For years the kids were happy riding bikes outside
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