This year's Winterlude (an everything winter celebration) in Ottawa, Ontario runs from Friday January 31 to Monday February 17, 2020. Winterlude has seen upwards of 600,000 people in previous years and as it is the 50th season of the Rideau Canal Skateway, this year's winter celebration will draw larger crowds. If you're planning to make a trip to the nation's capital for … [Read more...]
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Lord Elgin in Ottawa, Ontario – Hotel Review
Lord Elgin in Ottawa is a historic landmark hotel with well appointed rooms, facilities and amenities. Its newly renovated rooms and prime location make it an excellent choice for many families. Lord Elgin just a few minutes from many downtown attractions including Confederation Park, the National Arts Centre, Rideau Centre (shopping mall), ByWard Market, Sparks Street, … [Read more...]
Tips for Seeing the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with Kids
Thanksgiving week is the one of the most exciting and busy weeks of the year in New York City. There's holiday decor everywhere you look, multiple ice rinks welcoming skaters every day, and of course preparation for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. This year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is set to take place Thursday November 28, 2019 from 9 AM to Noon and it's … [Read more...]
19 Best Tips for Celebrating Christmas & the Holidays at Universal Orlando with Kids
Last week, we talked about all the holiday events and Christmas activities going on at Universal Orlando theme parks as well as their resort hotels. There's no shortage of things to see and do during the holiday season. But how do you plan what to do, what to skip, where to eat and where sleep given your time constraints and budget? Here are the things we learned from our … [Read more...]
Things to Do with Kids During the Holiday Season at Universal Orlando
Planning a visit to Universal Orlando this November, December or January? The holiday season is always a festive celebration for theme parks - especially the theme park capital of the world. Last year was our first time celebrating the holidays at Universal Orlando (our previous Universal Orlando visit was during Halloween in 2014 but we wanted to experience Christmas this … [Read more...]