New Zealand has become such an important part of my life. Having lived here twice now with frequent visits in between, I'm always interested in hearing other people's perspectives on my adoptive country. Danny Newman of What's Danny Doing is sharing a traveller's guide to living in New Zealand with us today. Whether you're thinking about visiting or living in New Zealand, there's good information here to consider. New Zealand is my favourite country in the entire world. A place of untenable ... Read More
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Top Family Destinations by Disney Bloggers
If there are people who know how to take family vacations, it's Disney bloggers. A Disney park is the ultimate family destination and is at the top of the list for many people. We've asked nine Disney bloggers about their top family destinations to inspire us to start planning our next holiday! Disney Cruise A Disney cruise is at the top of the list for two of our bloggers. We're considering going on one next year (I've never been on a cruise!) and there's a lot of good information on what ... Read More
Five Family Friendly Hikes in New Zealand
New Zealand has ample opportunities for hiking through incredible scenery, including many family friendly paths for you to enjoy with your children. Whether you are a local looking for a new spot to explore or a visitor seeking New Zealand’s natural beauty, these five hikes are sure to create a memorable day for you and your family. A Waterfall Hike Taranaki Falls Loop in Tongariro National Park is a six kilometer walk that can be completed in about two hours. Halfway through the ... Read More
Why Fall is the Best Time to Travel
Spring has flowers, summer has beach weather, and winter has snow sports but people rarely think about traveling in the fall. It’s so easy to associate fall with back to school that it's easy to forget that it's the perfect travel season. If you know me, you know that it is my absolute favourite season and I'm here to convince you that fall is the best time to travel. It’s Cheaper to Travel For nearly all of the Northern Hemisphere, fall is considered the off-season. This means ... Read More
Make a Sterling Silver Ring in Dublin
One of my absolute favourite things to do when I'm travelling is to take a class or workshop. It doesn't matter if it's food or craft based--I love them all. It's such a fun way to chat with locals and learn a new skill. Taking a class also often gives you a tangible souvenir that you've made yourself to take home. This was the case when I made a sterling silver ring in Dublin--I wear my ring all the time and have such fond memories of the experience. Now, I'm going to be totally ... Read More
How to Handle Bad Weather at Disneyland
Nothing ever goes wrong in sunny southern California--except when it does. Even though it may be a fluke, a day at Disneyland can still be marred by the rain. That doesn't mean you have to throw in the towel when the going gets tough, though. You paid good money for your Disneyland trip--learn how to make the most of it! If the weather doesn't follow your vacation schedule, here are some things you can do to salvage your day by dealing with bad weather at Disneyland. Change your ... Read More