Quebec City surprised me in the best way possible! Before planning our trip, I didn’t know much about the city, but the moment we arrived, it felt like we had stepped into the streets of Paris without ever leaving North America. Quebec City is the first and oldest French colonial settlement in ...
The Best Frozen Waterfall Hikes in Quebec, Canada
Did we fly 7 hours to hike to a frozen waterfall? Yes, yes we did. When I first saw photos and videos of these incredible frozen waterfalls near Quebec City, I knew I had to experience them in person. They were even more impressive than I had imagined! In this guide, I am breaking down everything ...
What It’s Really Like to Stay at Quebec’s Ice Hotel
Hôtel de Glace in Quebec, Canada, is the only ice hotel in North America and is one of the most unique places we've ever stayed! I've had Sweden's IceHotel on my bucket list for years, and I was excited to discover that Canada has an ice hotel that is just as impressive, but is cheaper and closer to ...
25 Bucket List Things to Do in Chicago
Chicago will always be one of my favorite cities. I grew up visiting my grandparents here and have fond memories of swimming in Lake Michigan and visiting the museums. My own parents moved to the Chicago suburbs when my kids were young, and I loved taking them into the city and creating lasting ...
13 Tips and Tricks for Visiting Disneyland in 2026
Disneyland can be a fun and memorable family vacation, but it can also be stressful and frustrating, especially when standing in line for hours, battling crowds, and dealing with meltdowns. We have learned a great deal over the years and have developed these tips and tricks for visiting ...