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Elephants are the largest land animal and Cheetah’s are by far the fastest (with Ostriches coming in at second place!); but one of the most interesting animals in the world is the Butterfly. Scientists estimate that there are between 15,000 and … Read more
Did you know that donkey’s have been around since even before the dynasty of the Egyptian civilization we learned about in secondary school? It’s true, the modern donkey dates back over 6,000 years! While they are found in the murals … Read more
There’s no denying it – cats are amazing creatures. They’re cute, cuddly, and playful, but they’re also mysterious and independent. Whether you’re a cat lover or not, there’s no denying that these animals are fascinating! In this blog post, we … Read more
Going green and making efforts towards a more sustainable zero-waste lifestyle is no longer a fad or a trend, it is now the new reality today. With growing concerns about global warming in recent years, it’s time to pitch in … Read more
Be a part of enduring change by encouraging our kids to take part in protecting wildlife every day – right in your own backyard. Disneynature’s 2016 release “Growing Up Wild” teaches us that life is an adventure – especially for a … Read more
Butterflies are one of the most beautiful creatures on Earth, and it’s no wonder that gardeners want to attract them to their yards. Not only are they captivating to watch, but they also play an important role in pollination. If … Read more
Covering things like safety, making your life easier, best travel gadgets and what to pack, these valuable tips and tricks for international travel with kids is a must read and bookmark for ALL families who travel. I’m always surprised by the … Read more
Hotel Xcaret Mexico is THE place to stay in Riviera Maya for those that want luxury, delicious food, relaxation and a plethora of choose your own adventure. Carved between the Caribbean Sea and the lush jungles of Riviera Maya I found … Read more
If you aren’t sure where to start, consider some of these charities and organizations for ideas on how to help hurricane victims. Does it ever seem like our news cycle has the attention span of a toddler? While every day … Read more
Traveling to new places is nothing short of amazing. The sights, the cultures, the new foods, all of it introduces not only to new parts of the world, but to new parts of ourselves. Each time we travel we discover … Read more
Whether you find yourself jetting off to the Dominican Republic, Aruba, The Bahamas, Turks and Caicos or some other tropical destination, there are a few items that should be on every tropical destination packing list. Easy sundresses, bikinis and Kaftans … Read more
Many times I hear that kids are too young for international travel, but it simply isn’t true. There are so many family friendly destinations and you would be surprised at just how many kid friendly activities there are – especially … Read more
Well it’s finally here. We are headed to the Dominican Republic in just a couple days for our wedding!! We’re super excited. Obviously for our marriage, but that we also have this opportunity to take a family vacation exploring a … Read more
I’m anxiously looking forward to fall as I’m traveling to Orlando, FL in September and Punta Cana, Dominican Republic in November. While I’ve visited Florida often, the Dominican Republic will be my first to the island and I’m incredibly excited. … Read more
De Palm Island, Aruba’s only family all-inclusive destination, has been in operation for more than 50 years and is a short 5 minute ferry ride from the mainland. While the island itself is pretty small, we quickly discovered that its big … Read more
Sometimes life gets so busy that we have to learn to slow down, spend time with family, and really enjoy nature. On a recent visit to the San Antonio Zoo, Whistler and I spent the day bonding and exploring, while … Read more