Unveiling an Unforgettable Summer Experience at The Chelsea Toronto Hotel

  Summer is in full-swing and there’s no better time to embark on a sensational getaway at Chelsea Toronto Hotel. Nestled in the heart of the vibrant metropolis of down town Toronto, The Chelsea Toronto Hotel has curated an array of captivating experiences that promise to make your summer truly unforgettable! Of course I wouldn’t be saying this without first-hand experience!     Recalling our Remarkable March Break stay with The Chelsea Hotel If you’ve been following along with our family on socials then you just how much fun we…

Pacha The Mama Llama – Book Review

Pacha The Mama Llama is a classic story about a mom and her two babies and their journey as they migrate from Peru to Machu Picchu. A classic take that can be passed on for generations to come, with emphasis on the trials that mothers face when trying to keep their children’s best interest at heart. As a mother of two children myself, finding a personal connection to this story wasn’t hard. Although the story is about immigration, it is east to relate to the context overall as hardships that…

Has This Pandemic Changed Us For The Better?

A few short weeks ago the urgency of the COVID19 Pandemic became apparent to my family. I remember the day clearly, it was Thursday afternoon when this all became a reality. The next day would have been the last Friday before the March break for the kids and I was faced with the decision to keep them home or send them for one last day with their friends for what would have been a school dance. That was the day things changed. I kept them home. Here we are days…

Simple Travel Essentials For The Whole Family

  Yes, I know a few things about what it means to travel with children. We have been travelling with our own family ever since my children were born (practically). Our nomadic lifestyle leads us to many places more than once or twice a year and has made us somewhat experts in the field. This year has been just like the others, we have travelled a handful of times and we are hoping to keep the momentum onward in 2020 too.     Before we do, we’ve managed to squeeze…

The Fern Resort – Family Friendly Travel Close To Home

Disclaimer – This post was written in partnership with Fern Resort.  All thoughts and opinions expressed on lil-sugar.ca are my own. When I think of vacation I think of a family friendly, no nonsense laid-back and relaxed holiday and time spent with my loved ones without worry. That is why we usually plan our getaways in an all-inclusive type atmosphere. Who knew Ontario had an all-inclusive resort so close to home? The Fern Resort offers worry free accommodation for your whole family without having to travel very far. We were invited to…

Bingemans Container Cabin Experience – Family Fun For Everyone!

Disclaimer: Our family was gifted this experience in exchange for our own personal opinions expressed in this post.  Camping has come along way since I was little. We used to camp all the time in a tent with my family, and boy did my mom hate it! Today sleeping outdoors is far from the dirty, cheap tented mess I learned to love. There are endless options when staying in nature with your family that don’t even involve the traditional style tent. This past week, my family and I were fortunate…

Canada’s Wonderland Introduces The Yukon Striker

New to Canada’s Wonderland this year is the Yukon Striker Roller Coaster! If you are brave enough to embark on this 90-degree drop for three breathtaking seconds while staring 245 feet down into an underwater tunnel then you are one brave soul. Either that or you must live for the thrill and this coaster is just for you! The Yukon Striker reaches speeds of 130 km/h and includes a complete 360-degree loop (the only one of its kind for a dive coaster). While I do suspect the wait times will…

Travel More, Pack Less – How We Travel Without Checking A Luggage

I am about to tell you how you can pack for travel simply with just a carry on luggage and an agenda for adventure with a few easy steps and a checklist that will make you want to plan your next trip. Enjoying time off with your family should never be a hassle and now with these packing tips it doesn’t have to be! Our family loves to travel and makes a point of venturing off at least 2 times a year for a week at a time. Truth is,…

Let The Kids Decide What They Wear – Even If It Kills You

Long are the days when my kids would have perfectly matched outfits, socks and accessories to complement. When the boys were little I used to stress over what they’d wear the next day and even pack for events in advance just so that even their PJ’s would be in model form when we went out. I made them little reflections of who I wanted them to be, even spent more on their wardrobes then I could ever imagine for my own. I still could put all of my energy into…

Healthy Meals Made Easy With Krinos Fillo Twisters

This post is in partnership with Krinos Canada and was compensated accordingly. As always, all opinions on lil-sugar.ca are my own, topics or posts made in this blog are my own personal ideas. Serving a healthy and convenient meal or snack to your children is easy with Krinos Fillo Twisters! Let’s face it, meal time prep can be time consuming and tedious and finding ideas to keep your little ones satisfied can be tough. If your children are anything like mine, they are picky and vocal about locating fruits, vegetables…