by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Apr 2, 2026 | Blog
Once you switch to barefoot shoes, it’s hard to go back – our family made the switch a while ago and hasn’t looked back since. The only challenge? Finding options that work for everyday life, travel, and winter – without overspending. That’s exactly where...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Mar 15, 2026 | Blog, Travel Tips
If you’ve ever tried to film a jaw-dropping mountain view only to realize later that your camera was pointed… slightly too far left (so the entire glacier is missing), you’ll appreciate what the Insta360 X5 camera tremendously. Because let’s be honest: capturing...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Mar 4, 2026 | Blog, Canada, Winter Sports
As you will learn very soon, Castle Mountain Resort is Alberta’s true hidden gem. Yes, I know using ‘hidden gem’ is a bit cliché, but it’s totally true. I’m going to be completely honest with you – I had no idea Castle Mountain Resort existed until very recently. And...
by Maya Steiningerova | Feb 4, 2026 | Blog
If you’re anything like us, you’ve tried most of Calgary’s indoor play options — from big trampolines to giant inflatable zones and classic multi-level playgrounds. But every now and then, a space comes along that feels truly different. We Rock the Spectrum Kid’s Gym...
by Maya Steiningerova | Dec 19, 2025 | Blog, Travel Tips
If there’s one thing parents learn early on, it’s this: “Rain? Yes. Cold? Sure. Mud? Bring it. Soggy, shivering children? Absolutely not.” Enter Jan & Jul, the Canadian brand that seems to have peeked into every parent’s soggy-boot nightmare and said, “Hold my...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Nov 14, 2025 | Blog
You know that moment on a hike when your toddler wants to be independent and then 10 minutes later, their legs stop working and they won’t make a single step, no matter what bribes and other techniques you try? The Trail Magik kid carrier was born for that moment. For...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 19, 2025 | Biking, Blog, Canada
Mountain biking is a wonderful activity available for all ages. And if you live in Calgary, there are many options to ride and improve your skills. Calgary has become a great city for all riders – from tiny balance-bike beginners to adults chasing flowy trails...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Oct 5, 2025 | Blog, Canada
Need a peaceful spot for curious little explorers? Reader Rock Garden feels like stepping into a secret storybook corner of Calgary. Stroll the winding trails, listen to the trickle of ponds, and watch your kids lead the way through flowers and stone steps—it’s...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Sep 16, 2025 | Blog
Travelling by air is becoming increasingly expensive, and people need to cut costs while planning trips. Travellers have to search for and snatch the offers on holiday packages. Flight fares become a major barrier in planning a trip. Many times, travellers plan a trip...
by Maya Steiningerova | Last updated Nov 14, 2025 | Blog
This post should easily be called: The One Piece of Gear We Never Knew We Needed. I truly mean it. We recently tested merino wool kidswear from Iksplor. After several camping trips in the spring and summer, we realized that merino wool clothing is the perfect...