vacation

Chris Hunt emerges from the fog at the top of Mount Tremblant. Photo Credit Angela Jacques

Staycation nation

After a childhood of holidays close to home, Chris Hunt dreamed of seeing the world, only to come full circle   I didn’t travel much as a boy. Vacations were usually stay-at-home affairs as my family was on a limited […]

The Tong family on vacation in the '90s. Photo Courtesy Murray Tong

From the editor

My brother and I enjoyed wonderful summer holidays while growing up in southern Ontario. Toronto’s museums and galleries were our backyard. We attended art camps. Dad often took long weekends, and we’d rent cottages with friends and take our boat […]

Like to swim? There's a place to do that this March Break.

Wet and wild

Want to make a big splash this summer? Look no further than your own neighbourhood for some fun in the water, Mike Carroccetto writes One of the best ways to have some family fun on a hot summer day is to […]

Sweet summer memories in Lake Placid, New York

When you bring your family to visit Lake Placid, New York this summer (240 km south of Ottawa), you’ll find there are countless ways to enjoy exhilarating family fun amid the stunning scenic beauty of the Adirondacks. Lake Placid’s awe-inspiring […]