Let's face it. Celebs have many perks which we make us all envious. They get free designer clothes, access to the best restaurants and clubs, personal trainers, chefs and invitations to galas where they mingle with other famous people. That's all great, sure, but one perk I always wish I could have … [Read more...]
“MUPPETS MOST WANTED” TRAILER RELEASED
Muppets fans, this is your lucky day! Disney has just released its first trailer for Muppets Most Wanted, giving you your first fuzzy and furry look at this upcoming sequel to the 2011 film The Muppets. The plot sees the Muppets gang head out on a global tour which includes Berlin, Madrid and … [Read more...]
FILM REVIEW: MONSTERS UNIVERSITY
Monsters University is a prequel to the wildly successful 2001 Disney computer animated film called Monsters Inc. Part Harry Potter and part Revenge of the Nerds (anyone remember that one), this is a fun film that both kids and parents will enjoy. The original movie told the story of two monsters … [Read more...]
Film Review: Frankenweenie
Much to the chagrin of his father (Martin Short), young Victor Frankenstein (Charlie Tahan) is not a sporty kid. He's a bookish ten year-old who rides around the town of New Holland on his bike. He prefers to spend his time making stop action movies which he screens for his family. His best friend … [Read more...]
Beauty and The Beast ~ The Musical Reviewed!
The "tale as old as time" has become an international sensation that has played to over 35 million people worldwide. Disney's Beauty and The Beast musical ran for 13 years on Broadway and is the 8th longest running musical in Broadway history. The original creators of the Broadway production … [Read more...]
Togetherland
This series of posts on family travel to California is generously sponsored by Omni Hotels.Stay tuned for more of Kath's adventures in California courtesy of CityPASS. You could win four CityPASSes to one of ten exciting cities! Click here for details.Saturday was a long day. Let me offer you … [Read more...]
Top 5 Family Resort Must Haves
I do a lot of traveling with my clan. From international flights to family road trips we have it pretty much covered. When traveling to a family resort there are a few things you definitely need to consider. Are you thinking of booking a getaway with your clan? Check out my Top 5 Family Resort … [Read more...]
The Lion King: a 5 Year Old’s Review
I took my 5 year old son to the opening of The Lion King in Toronto. While I respect all the local reviewers, I thought it might be beneficial to hear his perspective. So what did you think of the play? Good. Would you recommend it? What does that mean? It means would you tell all your … [Read more...]
Get Their Fix
Do your kids latch on to favourite television shows or movies or characters and then you have to live with the blaring theme songs in your mind for the next six months straight? Yeah, mine too.When Avelyn hit the 18-month mark she happened to catch an episode of "Arthur" and it was the beginning of … [Read more...]
Twenty Minutes with Jake T. Austin
Okay, so, I am about to blow your mind.You know this guy right here? Well, if you have children between the ages of, say, 5 and 10, like I do...you know that he plays Max, the youngest Russo on the hit show Wizards of Waverly Place.But what you might not know is that Jake T. Austin is not only on … [Read more...]