The Resort Report
Great Getaways for the Whole Family
First published 2012.02.07 | Canada | Family Life
About this time every year, we develop an incurable itch—the kind caused by the highly contagious travel bug. Another symptom of this affliction is delirium, which explains the decision to travel...read more

The List: Summer Reading for Mom
Our Book Picks
First published 2011.06.14 | Canada | The List
Reading for moms is not just a form of escapism or entertainment, it’s a measure of how much time we have to allow ourselves to kick back and do something we enjoy. But since that precious time is so...read more

See Worthy
Sidney-by-the-Sea
First published 2011.05.12 | Victoria | Out & About
Sidney-by-the-Sea is more than a small town on the way to the BC Ferry Terminal. In fact, there is so much to do there that an afternoon or day is not enough time. It’s a place to keep in mind if you...read more

Island Adventure
Victoria Weekend Getaway
First published 2011.03.24 | Vancouver | Out & About
Spring has definitely sprung in the Lower Mainland, but if you feel like your family is not quite in full bloom yet, this savvy getaway guide to Victoria is sure to put a spring in your step. ...read more

Lightly Travelled
Family Travel Services
First published 2011.03.08 | Canada | Out & About
We admit it: holidaying with young kids often turns out to be more relocation than vacation. But you’ve already built up your courage after reading our SavvyMom Guide to Family Travel and you know...read more

The SavvyMom Guide to Family Travel
Family Travel Tips
First published 2011.03.01 | Canada | Gear
We’re Canadians, so we embrace winter. But right about now is when we need a (spring) break. Whether you’re fortunate enough to be going south to warmer weather or getting in the car to visit...read more

Green Their Ride
Keepin' Baby Safe
First published 2010.09.16 | Calgary | Green Living
Little kids need big stuff, and lots of it. Fortunately, the vast majority of baby bulkiness is easy to pass along to charities or sell at consignment stores. Not so with car seats, however. Until...read more

Peachy Beach
Qualicum Beach
First published 2010.08.12 | Vancouver | Out & About
When the dog days of summer mean hot and cranky kids, it’s time to get out of the city. And for an easy beach getaway, we like the kid-friendly environs of Qualicum Beach. From the moment your...read more

The Savvy Five: Summer Essentials
Our Favourite Summer Essentials
First published 2010.06.29 | Canada | The List
Summer’s definitely here and to maximize your relaxation (that’s ‘max your relax’), you’ll need a stash—a little bit of everything for all the occasions summer brings. So this month’s SavvyFive is...read more

The Getaway Team
House and Pet-Sitting Services
First published 2010.06.17 | Vancouver | House & Home
Whoever said “money makes the world go ‘round” really meant “Mommy makes the world go ‘round”. On top of caring for our lovable offspring, most of us are responsible for everything else, like the...read more

Feeling Artsy
Art Corner
First published 2010.02.18 | Victoria | Family Life
Now that we’re all filled up with love and passion from last weekend, we want to take a moment to admire all the moms who, in the midst of giving their time, love and energy to care for their kids,...read more

It’s Like Magic
Pack in the Fun Contest!
First published 2010.02.16 | Canada | Out & About
Everybody needs a little magic in their lives, especially kids. Now you can enter for your chance to win a magical vacation for four to the Walt Disney World Resort in Florida. We know a place...read more

The Savvy Five: Kids’ Music CDs
Our Favourite Albums for Kids
First published 2009.06.23 | Canada | The List
Children’s music might be good for the development of their brains but let’s face it: the average adult brain is programmed to reject the very same music immediately. Does this mean our brains are...read more

Games Away
Family Car Games
First published 2009.05.12 | Canada | Family Life
Summertime usually means more family car time, whether you are heading up to the lake for a long weekend, off to the zoo for the day or taking a recession road trip. There’s nothing like that tenth...read more

Driving Us (Not So) Crazy
In-car activities to keep your little ones occupied
First published 2009.03.10 | Canada | Out & About
2064 km = the approximate driving distance between your house and your vacation destination. 4 km = the distance covered before you hear “How much longer?” Well move over Julie McCoy, because we’ve...read more

Toronto: The Savvy Guide to March
March 2009
First published 2009.02.26 | Toronto | Monthly Guide
March is filled with the promise of spring tempered with the cold reality that we have one more month of snowsuit bundling before we begin to expose our bare ankles to the world.  GET A plan for...read more

Calgary: The Savvy Guide to March
March 2009
First published 2009.02.26 | Calgary | Monthly Guide
March is filled with the promise of spring tempered with the cold reality that we have one more month of snowsuit bundling before we begin to expose our bare ankles to the world.  GET A plan for...read more

Ottawa: The Savvy Guide to March
March 2009
First published 2009.02.26 | Ottawa | Monthly Guide
March is filled with the promise of spring tempered with the cold reality that we have one more month of snowsuit bundling before we begin to expose our bare ankles to the world.  GET A plan for...read more

Vancouver: The Savvy Guide to March
March 2009
First published 2009.02.26 | Vancouver | Monthly Guide
March is filled with the promise of spring tempered with the cold reality that we have one more month of snowsuit bundling before we begin to expose our bare ankles to the world.  GET A plan for...read more