Posted in Travel with Kids on Apr 24th, 2007
When traveling by train or bus with small children, safety is a crucial factor.
In the station lobby, keep children close by. Places like crowded airports and bustling train stations are very popular hangouts for purse snatchers and pickpockets, and an unsupervised child might be a very tempting target.
Don’t let your luggage out of sight, either. [...]
Posted in Canadian Travel on Apr 17th, 2007
The Canadian Museum of Civilization is dedicated to the preservation and display of Canada’s history and to the culture and art of the First Peoples (a common Canadian term for the pre-European native population of Canada).
The Museum, in Hull, Quebec, is across the Ottawa River from Parliament Hill, Ottawa. Douglas Cardinal designed the two massive [...]
Posted in USA travel on Apr 10th, 2007
Divided between two states, with Colorado having the majority holding, Dinosaur National Monument is a “must see” park for anyone interested in Dinosaurs, and especially any family with a budding paleontologist in their midst.
Before entering Dinosaur National Monument, remember that you are in a desert area and stock up accordingly! Although you may be able [...]
Posted in Travel with Kids on Apr 3rd, 2007
Over the last several years, airport security measures have changed quite a bit. If you haven’t flown in a while, there are a few things you should know.
Strollers, car seats, toys and all other objects must go through the security X ray machine. Fold your stroller and make sure to remove small toys or [...]