Journeys and Destinations
Travel tips for families who want to get the most of their precious time away. We focus on outdoor adventure and places that promote environmental responsibility.
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The Family Guide to Whytecliff Park
We have a blessing in life to live near one of the great parks in Metro Vancouver: Whytecliff. At the very edge of the continent, where the mainland of BC separates Howe Sound from the Salish Sea. There sits a small peninsula surrounded by multimilllion dollar estates, but with a significant portion of it made…
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The Best Toddler-Friendly Hikes in the Sea to Sky
Jump to: Horseshoe Bay | Squamish | Whistler | Pemberton View Map The Sea to Sky corridor in British Columbia is a hiker’s paradise. For families with toddlers, the same venues are also the ultimate classroom, playground, device-free, wonder-full venue for our kids to play in. Our kids are now 2 and 3. They have…
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The Twin Fin Hotel Waikiki Review: Is It The Best Family Resort on the Beach?
A review of the Twin Fin in Waikiki, Hawaii from a family with a small baby. It was our first time away.
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The Sea To Sky Gondola: An Excellent Family Activity Near Vancouver, BC
There are very few activities around Vancouver, BC that offer real outdoor adventure with a few local comforts. Sure, there are pretty parks such as Stanley Park and Lighthouse Park, or activities such as Grouse Mountain or the Capilano Suspension Bridge, but our favourite spot to take our little ones is the Sea to Sky…
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Whistler Travel Guide for Families: A Local Dad’s Top Tips
Hi, I’m Steve Andrews. Born in BC, I was a Whistler local for 17 years before moving just down the road to Horseshoe Bay. I spend my days navigating these mountains—either as a CAA-certified avalanche professional or as a dad of two young kids. I’ve spent over 30 years exploring the Sea-to-Sky corridor, and I…
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One Renegade Family’s Month-Long Trip Through Costa Rica
Sure, you can book an all-inclusive beach vacation and call it a day. But is that truly travelling? Of course not. It’s an easy way to take some time off, but it’s not immersing you and your family in the lands, culture, and special places that truly make a destination worth visiting. EFA contributor Matt…
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“Twilight Of Adolescence” Showcases The Magic of Father/Daughter Time in Nature
Jeremy Jones has been a mentor to many in the snowboarding world. His career has been on an upward trajectory most of his adult life, moving from professional racing to freeriding, and then as a leader in exploration under his own power. But where many of his protegés have never met him, his influence is…
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We Found an Affordable Option for Overlanding Through Africa
Finding an affordable vehicle for Overlanding in Africa can be the hardest part of the trip planning process. Aside from navigating the rules of a foreign country, trying to rent a vehicle can be quite expensive. A Toyota Hilux with five seats and two rooftop tents can cost $135 USD per day, or $4,000 per…
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Three Months in Africa: A Family of Five’s Road Trip of Discovery.
A story of a family of five that traveled to the southern end of Africa for three months, and shared their experiences along the way.
