Jody Robbins
Jody Robbins is a Calgary-based freelance travel and lifestyles writer. When not travelling with her precocious children (one daughter, one husband and one dog), she can usually be found hiking or snowboarding in the Alberta Rockies. Who are we kidding? She's most likely indulging in après-ski right now! Having a knack for learning things the hard way, she’s keen to share her experiences on her blog Travels with Baggage, so you can have better ones.
Canada 150 Events in and Around Calgary
Canada’s 150th birthday is something to celebrate! We’ve sussed out the best family-friendly events to get your patriotism on in and around the city.
Social Eatery at TELUS Spark: A Fresh New Dining Space
Looking for a fresh, bright, fun place to dine in Calgary? TELUS Spark has revamped their food and beverage experience by bringing in Canadian celebrity chef Roger Mooking.
Give It Your Best Shot at Archery Games Calgary
Hide behind objects, try to hit the opposing team, and work up a sweat! It’s like dodge-ball, but with foam-tipped arrows.
4 Great Date Night Restaurants in Calgary
These hot and buzzy restaurants deliver big flavour and fun for a parents’ date night out, sans kids.
A Calgary Skin Care Clinic That Specializes in Pregnancy Issues
Pregnancy mask? Hyperpigmentation? Stretch marks? This Calgary skin care clinic specializes in the skin care needs of expectant and new mothers.
Unleash Your Inner Ninja at Newly Opened Injanation
Only one of two facilities in North America, children and adults venture from zone to zone burning off energy and exercising. The icing on the cake is staff supervise each area, so if caregivers don’t want to participate, kids are in good hands.
Calgary’s First Tube Park Opens
The city’s first tube park has opened at WinSport. Families of all ages can now get a spine tingling rush at Acura Tube Park every day of the week.
A Valentine’s Date Night with Nanny, Chauffer, and Fine Dining
A multi-course dinner with fine wine, a chauffeur, and a nanny at home looking after the kids? It’s not a pipe dream. It’s a reality thanks to a new offering from this Alberta resort.
Where to Find Perfect-Fitting Swimsuits
Isn’t it crazy how it’s only mid-May and it feels like summer here in Calgary? All the gorgeous weather we’re…
Victoria Park CrossFit’s Mama and Tykes Program
Victoria Park CrossFit has developed a Mom & Tykes Program. This tailored 8-week session is a stepping stone to joining their regular group classes and addresses pelvic floor, core stability and mobility issues caused by motherhood.