Fitness, Luggage & Fashion

  As important as technology is in helping us do our jobs, complete school assignments, and communicate with others, we all need to take a step back and relax once in a while. And yes, you can still use technology to do this. Here, you’ll find some of my favourite ways to do so.

The era of form follows function for dads is over. That’s not a statement I make lightly, but it’s time for us to get out of the thought pattern that just because it’s for dad it’s okay for it to be ugly. This year when you’re looking at getting a dad in your life something special for father’s day, I want you to consider some more stylish options. Yes, they’re going to be functional, but picking something that looks good is going to go that extra mile and help him feel better about using it, too. I’ve got three categories with one bonus item that I think will help make your shopping a bit easier. Read on to learn more.

Many of us work 24/7, thanks to the endless connectivity of our smartphones. Do you want to truly relax one weekend this spring or summer? Try leaving your tech at home! Yes, some research suggests you can maximize your relaxing by unplugging from those endless little tasks like responding to texts and emails as they come in. Wondering how you’ll find your campsite, and what you’ll do when you get there? I have a whole gadget-free list of ways to spend your unplugged weekend! 

If you suffer from allergies, let me give you few tips on how to protect your family from allergens at this time of year.

When you’re out and about this summer you can step up your picnic game by packing along a portable BBQ. Say goodbye to the same old sandwich lunches and hello to a grilled meal. Read on for some great portable BBQ options that will fit your family’s needs this summer.

Although some parts of Canada are still under a blanket of snow, it’s only a matter of weeks before it’s time to throw open the windows and welcome back BBQ season. Here’s everything you’ll need to know to kick off your best BBQ season yet.

Choosing camping gear can be a time-consuming and challenging task. Discover useful and popular gear for your next outdoor adventure.

Traveling for the holidays can be exhausting, but add a baby to the mix, and there's a whole other world of considerations you need to make. Here are some tips to help make holiday travel easier with a little one.

For the second part of this two-part series, here are 10 more cool gadgets that are must-haves for bringing along on a camping trip with the kids to make their, and your life, much easier, and much more fun.

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and I still haven’t figured out what to get my wife. Every year it’s either a giant box of expensive chocolates, a bouquet of flowers, or a fancy dinner out on the town. Sometimes it’s all three depending on how much I have to make up for over the past couple of months. If you’re also searching for a something special for your partner (and a few romance Brownie points), it’s a sure bet that she’ll love a fashionable and fun watch for Valentine’s Day. So, we’ve lined up a few options to save you the last-minute dash to the candy aisle of the drug store this year.