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For most travelers, the biggest threat to their safety is vehicle accidents. And on road trips, both in the Canada and abroad, it’s important to take along a car seat or booster seat to protect infants and young children. About 1.2 million people die in vehicular accidents and as many as 50 million are injured each year, says the World Health Organization in its “Global Status Report on Road Safety.”...Read More

Allow me to share one of my best travel secrets: despite its ominous name, Death Valley National Park is not only very welcoming, but in fact one of our top favorite family vacation destinations. Don’t let the barren landscape fool you. Family vacations in Death Valley have it all: warm weather, outdoor adventure, swimming, biking, and hiking. When to Go: Death Valley is open year-round, but for most families’ purposes,...Read More

Tsawwassen to Pender Island (Otter Bay)IN EFFECT: September 8, 2009 to June 29, 2010 Leave Days Stops/Transfers Arrive 8:35 AM Sat 1 stop Galiano, transfer at Mayne 11:05 AM 10:10 AM Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri 2 stops Galiano, Mayne 12:20 PM 11:10 AM Sun 2 stops Galiano, Mayne 1:20 PM 4:05 PM # exceptions – see below Fri 2 stops Galiano, Mayne 6:15 PM 5:00 PM!! Sat transfer at...Read More

Looking for an idea for your next adventure vacation? Only have a week to spare? Here are two fabulous adventure destintions! Siem Reap, Cambodia Trail dolphins and dodge dirt bikes under ‘Apocalypse Now’ sunsets. It’s a long way to go for eight nights, but even brief exposure to Cambodia’s anarchic beauty can feel restorative. First, check off the must-sees: Book a guided tuk-tuk trip to the phantasmal ruins of Angkor...Read More

The winding rugged coast of British Columbia spans more than 20,000 kilometers through the Pacific Ocean, which creates incredible opportunities for fans of ocean shoreline and deep sea fishing. There are a number of popular destinations for anglers along the coast of British Columbia, where salmon, cod and halibut are found in huge populations. Depending on the type of fishing you prefer, you may want to spend your entire vacation...Read More