I knew Canada primarily from British Columbia, where I lived for three months on Vancouver Island in Victoria nearly 20 years ago.The Province of New Brunswick—honestly, I couldnt pinpoint it on a map. Many travelers likely feel the same, so heres a quick geography refresher:Brush up on your geograp

Continuing our family road trip through New Brunswick, Canada, after arriving in Miramichi, we were thrilled by an extraordinary wildlife encounter.(For the start of our journey and the full Acadie-New Brunswick Northeast circuit, check the previous post.)Just outside Miramichi in Acadieville, we me

At e-zabel, weve been committed to protecting our planet for years, even as world leaders discuss global initiatives. From basic practices—like addressing the litter challenges in Paris (follow me on Instagram for unfiltered stories from the citys streets)—to bolder changes, were proud to adopt sust

As a seasoned parent blogger, Im no stranger to the whirlwind of family life. Ah, the school holidays... I was one of those parents exclaiming, What? Already? But they just got back yesterday! (Check out Olivia Moores hilarious video on this.) Followed by the very real question: What on earth am I g

As seasoned family travelers from Paris, we chose Verdun and Bar-le-Duc in the Meuse for a weekend getaway rich in history. While Normandy or the Loire châteaux often top the list, this eastern French gem offers profound experiences. After exploring the Côte d’Opale earlier, we headed east for this

While I often grumble about daily life with my teenager and pre-teen (my beloved children), I always cherish the good moments. Trust me, they do happen!These joyful times are treasures I hold close, especially during tougher phases of parenting.One Wednesday afternoon in early October, my youngest j

As Paris-based family travel experts and parents, we cherish moments like our kids first week of summer vacation. After their fun internships, we headed to the Eiffel Tower on a perfect afternoon.Picture this: the three of us, mingling with excited foreign tourists, exploring a delightful exhibition

Almost five months after her departure, Im sharing our unforgettable six-week experience as a host family. Last November, 19-year-old Paola from Guatemala arrived for her first trip to Europe—a gift from her parents, common after secondary school there (though she delayed it a year for college). She

Designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1979, Mont Saint-Michel attracts over 2.5 million visitors annually.As someone with deep personal ties to the area, Mont Saint-Michel holds a special place in my heart. My maternal grandparents lived just 15 km away, and childhood visits made it a cornersto

As a mother of nearly 13.5 years, one phrase has defined my journey: I was not warned. Its rivaled only by Let me sleep, damn it! and I love you so much, my little hearts.No one prepared me for the delivery room realities—hypoglycemia and exhaustion over instant ecstasy. Or that the baby blues arent

Last weekend, our family set off on another adventure to the Opal Coast in Nord-Pas-de-Calais, following our Normandy trip. We aimed for land yachting on those iconic wide beaches from travel magazines, but insufficient wind dashed our plans. Still, we uncovered a stunning region new to us all.Here

Tomorrow morning, Im flying out with Air Transat to Montreal, followed by another flight to New Brunswick, where Ill spend a full week.A week away from my family.But not without that familiar mom guilt, endless organization, and the paradox of needing a break.I didnt hesitate to accept this amazing

Avant de vous raconter en détail mon séjour inoubliable au Canada (dans la province du Nouveau-Brunswick), je tenais à mettre en lumière Air Transat, une compagnie que jai testée personnellement et qui représente un excellent choix pour un voyage en famille au Canada depuis la France (et notez bien

2008 – Birth of the blog1998 – Birth of our couple1978 – Birth of my husband1948 – Birth of my motherTime to pop the champagne for all these milestones...So, what about 2018?For once, Ive decided to set some truly achievable resolutions.First, Ill build on the positive changes from the past two to t

As new parents with years of experience, weve all been there—giggling at our own parents for celebrating a lie-in until 6:30 a.m. or casually discussing the shade of baby poop over breakfast. Yeah! I slept until 6:30 this morning—Im in great shape!We swore wed never sound just like them (terrified e

As a busy parent and avid weekend adventurer based near Paris, I recently tested this foolproof recipe for the ultimate ski escape with friends. Its simple, rejuvenating, and delivers pure bliss on the slopes.Ingredients:1 full day off work2 pairs of willing parents (grandparents) to watch the kids

For months—years, even—Ive heard buzz about this transformative method, The Miracle Morning.Ill admit, I was deeply skeptical. As a pragmatic (and admittedly lazy) parent, the back cover promises raised eyebrows about the authors mindset. In essence: Get up earlier to reduce stress.For me, early ris

First, the cot. Then the changing table.The stroller, too. And the high chair.Hes getting so big, this little guy declares!Finally, the last bottle—the one we kept just in case.Were redecorating his room, packing the baby toys away to the basement.Like clues to the past. Proof they were once so smal

Exploring Sri Lanka with the FamilyAs a gift for my husbands 40th birthday—following my own surprise trip to Mauritius in late 2015—we embarked on our first family adventure to Asia. Our kids (ages 10.5 and 13) experienced significant jet lag (4.5 hours), but it was worth it.The JourneyWe flew Emira

A little third?Previously, I had solid excuses: No, thank you, No way, I already have a boy and a girl—theyre thriving, and so am I. Equilibrium achieved. No need to upgrade the car or squeeze another into their shared room.Okay, I also didnt want to relive sleepless nights—neither at night nor duri