Ideas and tips for what to do before the first camping trip with kids. Practical tips include preparation and what to bring. One of the favorite vacations for children is to go camping. Boys may belong to the Boy Scouts or girls to the Girl Scouts, so this can become...

This article outlines suggestions of seasonal leisure activities to be had for little to no money. Spring Take a park stroll with pals. You’ll have been sick and tired of being cooped up over the winter, and you’ll get to see the work of nature in progress as the...

A Fun Work/Life Rebalancing Act Turn your vacation into something relaxing: Reinvent yourself. Pursue a beloved hobby. Meet lifelong friends. Have a summer ritual. Be a kid again and sign up for an adult camp this summer. Permit yourself to let go of stress and...

Master sandcastle builders compete worldwide, but you don't have to be a master sandcastle builder to create your sand masterpiece. Playing in the sand is one of the joys of being at the beach, sinking your toes and fingers into the white sands, building mounds,...

Holidays with a Difference Tired of the same old vacation spots? Do something different and consider a psychic holiday or spiritual retreat for your 2018 holidays. Conducted over weekends through to a couple of weeks, you may find yourself having fun with runes and...

Casinos invite controversy. Find out why governments support using casinos to draw tourists while residents are harder to convince. Many consider gambling a sin, so it is no wonder that any plan to increase the number of casinos is met with support by those who see...

Going single to a destination wedding can be very daunting. How to make the most of it. Going dateless to a friend's wedding is generally no big deal. One harmless evening spent at the singles table eating a good meal and listening to corny speeches is usually...

The recession has led some families to hit the road in a car stuffed with suitcases and kids—a mix of fun and frustration, nothing bonds like the road trip. We have four kids. Four. Okay, so we aren't the Duggers, but four is enough to make the cost of some vacations...

If you crave violence, enjoy slightly unconventional sports, and appreciate a festive atmosphere, spend a Saturday night at a roller derby match. Roller derby is booming in New Zealand. Recent movies such as Whip It and Dodgeball have explicitly boosted the profile of...