After traveling the world teaching English as a Second Language, Jennifer has now 'settled down' in Toronto. Her feet continue to itch and she now travels whenever she can with her family and writes about their adventures in numerous publications, including Buffalo News, VIA Destinations, Montreal Families, Chill Magazine and Today's Parent. Her blog www.justkidstravel.com helps kids plan and get excited about their travels. You can also follow Jennifer on Twitter @jenmerrick
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Let’s talk about everything, especially the absurdity of it all
Things to do, places to go, new spots to enjoy with friends and family from Norfolk to Washington, D.C., to Delaware and all points inbetween.
Life Happens and the Law either protects you or foils you. Here you will learn how to stay ahead of the game.
We hear about the politics, now lets visit with the people of the square
Published 11:40 a.m. December 21, 2012
Spectacular icy views and deep discounts make winter a terrific season to visit Niagara Falls, Ontario with your family.
Published 3:52 p.m. October 25, 2012
An overnight stay in a 200-year-old historic site makes for a frightfully fun Halloween experience.
Published 1:45 p.m. October 16, 2012
Blue Mountain offers visitors natural beauty and adventure.
Published 2:51 p.m. July 6, 2012
Summertime is festival time in Montreal
Published 11:46 a.m. June 1, 2012
The Big Pit in Wales takes visitors into the gritty world of the coalmines.
Published 11:44 a.m. April 11, 2012
Visit a dark sky reserve in Canada
Published 12:43 p.m. March 19, 2012
How a vacationing family found themselves in a classroom with 29 home-schooled Florida kids and a “Wild Wizard."
Published 2:24 p.m. March 12, 2012
Northern Wilderness and a Gold Miner's Tale: Traveling the Skeena Train.