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Family Friendly Theatre in Stratford

September 6, 2010 by Heather GD

I took the kids to see Peter Pan but I hardly saw the performance. I was so enjoying watching my boys, aged 6 and 8, react to everything from Nana the canine nurse to the moment that the Darling children first learn to fly to the incredible life-size pirate ship, that I simply didn't have enough … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: costume and props warehouse tour, family friendly theater, family travel tips, Globetrotting Mama, Heather Greenwood Davis, musical theatre, Peter Pan, Stratford Festival

Pack it Up

August 28, 2010 by Heather GD

When I was in my twenties, I set off with my then boyfriend to explore Southeast Asia. We went for a month. We had two regular-sized backpacks. In my thirties, with one child, I set off for a day visit with my parents. The car was so packed full of things that the baby "would need, might need, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: family travel, family travel tips, Globetrotting Mama, Heather Greenwood Davis

Riding the Rails

July 18, 2010 by Heather GD

Personally, I like a road trip. I love driving and I enjoy being out on the road knowing that while our destination has been pre-determined our route can change with the wind. It's why my recent love affair with train travel is a bit of a surprise. On the train the route is the route. And unless you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: family travel, family travel tips, globetrottingmama, travel deals, VIA Rail

Cruise Control

June 14, 2010 by Heather GD

The potential for good times is there if you pick the right one.From Heather Greenwood Davis"Newlywed, Overfed and Nearly Dead"With the terms people use to describe cruise shippers its no wonder that I spent years avoiding them. That changed when I was asked to cover a wedding for The Toronto Star. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Avalon Waterways, Disney Cruises, Family Cruise, Family Vacation, Globetrotting Mama, pick the right cruise, Royal Caribean, Silverseas, The Toronto Star, Theme Cruise

Layover Relief

May 26, 2010 by Heather GD

Picking a flight that stops in one of these spots could keep the fun in family vacationReview by: Heather Greenwood DavisIt's the  no-man's land between home and holiday, and it can be the place where it all falls apart before you even begin. The Airport - with its rules, strict protocols and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Calgary International Airport, child-friendly airports, O'Hare International, Orlando International Airport, Singaport-Changi Interantional, Travel tips

Disney – Tips & Tricks

April 5, 2010 by Heather GD

Got kids? Then chances are you've either dreamt about going or are planning to go to the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida.  Trust me, it is more massive than you've imagined. And while there are maps at every gate, whole websites dedicated to tips on how to plan your vacation and helpful … [Read more...]

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The Get Packing Giveaway!

March 9, 2010 by Heather GD

True Story:  I once had to turn away a bottle of wine because I couldn't carry it on to the plane (dang laws!) and I didn't trust the combination of my typically soft-sided suitcase and overzealous airport bag handlers to keep it safe.  True Story #2: I have stood at a luggage carousel … [Read more...]

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Picture Perfect

February 5, 2010 by Heather GD

By Heather our Globetrotting Mama   The best trip in the world loses luster if you can't bore your friends with photos when you get home. In the old film days, they would've had to nod and smile as I took them through a compilation of fuzzy, over exposed shots of people they couldn't … [Read more...]

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Road Trip!

January 7, 2010 by Heather GD

By Heather our Globetrotting MamaIt should be simple (hop in the car, pack up the kids and hit the road) but kids who tire of looking out the window before you've left the driveway will derail the best road trip intentions. But there's hope. Remember who's in charge (them), who needs to be (you) and … [Read more...]

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