The Zoo Island is split up into roughly 3 areas: Destination Africa, Eurasia and the Conservatory. If you are planning on seeing the tigers which is at the furthest point from the bridge, it can be a good strategy to start there and then work your way backwards. Destination Africa In the African Savannah building … Read more
Not sure what you’re going to do with your kids when they’re out of school during Winter Break? Here are 17 ideas to help you avoid cabin fever this year. 1. Calgary Christmas Light Displays Calgary’s Christmas light displays go until at least the end of the year and many continue into the new year. It makes … Read more
When you think of Christmas, what springs to mind? Snow? Skating? Hot chocolate, shopping, visits with Santa? Well, Banff has all of that and more – with incredible scenery to boot. Here are my favourite things to do with kids at Christmastime in Banff. ACTIVITIES Skating Lace up and spend some time on the ice, … Read more
Photos with Santa are a Christmas tradition in many households including my own. Some years the pictures turn out great and sometimes they don’t. This post is an illustrated guide to getting the best photos with Santa you can every year. My friends and family have kindly supplied me with some photos to round out … Read more
Location: Washington, DCWebsite: http://www.newseum.org/ Cost: Adults $22.95, Youth (7-18) $13.95, Children (6 and younger) Free. Tickets are good for two consecutive days. (2015)Stay Length: Expect to spend a minimum of 2 hours to most of a day.Season: Open year round. Food Services: Fine dining, self-service dining and cafe options available.Age Range: A minimum of 6 years old – probably … Read more
Location: Banff – at the intersection of Badger Street and Cougar StreetDirections: Take Banff Ave to Badger Street, turn right onto Cougar Street. The playground is nestled into the back of Banff Rotary Park.Parking: Free parking in small adjacent lot. Surrounding Park Area: The playground is located in a small park which consists of a … Read more