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\\ A D V E N T U R E S I N P A L M B E A C H // A recent...

Sun, 19 May 2013 19:19:00 -0600

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A recent extra-long weekend was spent celebrating Mother’s Day with my boys on the little island of Palm Beach. We checked into the Four Seasons Palm Beach and enjoyed a blissful 5 days of sun (slathered in SPF 40 of course) and sand (the eating, throwing and playing variety.)

The hotel provides a perfect no-compromise holiday that is just as enjoyable for mom and dad as it is for your kid(s). Every little detail was thought of - from basic baby products, a crib, protective wrapping on sharp-edged furniture in the suites, to high-chairs & kids menus at all the resorts restaurants, playpen’s by the pool, sand toys at the beach and swimmer diapers.

We can’t wait to return again!

boys and their balls

Sat, 18 May 2013 13:14:54 -0600

boys and their balls

\\ C O O L S T U F F// Passport Parenting Loved coming...

Fri, 17 May 2013 07:33:00 -0600

\\ C O O L S T U F F// Passport Parenting

Loved coming across this little article in last Saturday’s USA Today. It talks about how today’s parents are looking for parenting advice and philosophies from other cultures. From France to Japan, there are some great little tidbits here. It opens up a fascinating dialogue!

\\ A D V E N T U R E S I N P A L M B E A C H // Beach Day

Fri, 17 May 2013 06:37:00 -0600

\\ A D V E N T U R E S I N P A L M B E A C H // Beach Day

\\ A D V E N T U R E S I N P A L M B E A C H // Worth...

Fri, 17 May 2013 06:32:00 -0600

\\ A D V E N T U R E S I N P A L M B E A C H // Worth Avenue

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Thu, 16 May 2013 15:36:00 -0600

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Mon, 13 May 2013 18:04:00 -0600

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\\ A D V E N T U R E S I N P A L M B E A C H // Worth Ave

Sun, 12 May 2013 16:12:00 -0600

\\ A D V E N T U R E S I N P A L M B E A C H // Worth Ave

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Sun, 12 May 2013 08:21:00 -0600

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\\ W E E K E N D A D V E N T U R E S // Four Seasons Palm...

Sat, 11 May 2013 10:43:00 -0600

\\ W E E K E N D A D V E N T U R E S // Four Seasons Palm Beach

\\ F U T U R E A D V E N T U R E // Glamping under the...

Fri, 10 May 2013 13:30:50 -0600

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Glamping under the stars of the Moab desert, Utah with Moab Under Canvas.

We would opt for one of the safari tents! If you have a small family, there is also a more budget conscious option - the tipi. How perfect?

Book here: www.moabundercanvas.com

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Fri, 10 May 2013 05:22:15 -0600

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Thanks to Holt Renfrew for featuring us on their HoltsMuse.com...

Thu, 09 May 2013 13:30:32 -0600

Thanks to Holt Renfrew for featuring us on their HoltsMuse.com blog.

View the full piece, including a sampling of our city guides here: www.holtsmuse.com

JBG & AJM #ridindirty

Thu, 09 May 2013 11:28:58 -0600

JBG & AJM #ridindirty

\\\ C I T Y G U I D E // London, England

Wed, 08 May 2013 13:30:29 -0600

Our (insider’s) London TO-DO list:

LAY YOUR HEAD:
Grand Ole Dame: The Goring. Adjacent to Buckingham Palace and a walk to all the Royal parks. Some pics from our stay here
On the Park: The Lanesborough. A luxury hotel in Knightsbridge overlooking Hyde Park. Some pics from our stay here
New and Trendy: Belgraves. Thompson Hotels’ newest property is nestled on a quiet street in the heart of Belgravia

NOSH:
Aspley’s, Knightsbridge - Splurge on this Michelin starred chef and restaurant in the heart of Knightbridge. Opt for the tasting menu with wine pairing, you won’t be disappointed
Bluebird, Chelsea - a cute spot for breakfast, lunch or a coupe of champagne mid-day
The Warrington, Notting Hill - for a proper Sunday roast
The Summerhouse, Little Venice. Canalside dining with a welcoming seaside thematic
Story Deli, Shoreditch - pizza for hipsters. Some pics from our meal here

SHOP:
Emilia Wickstead - London’s newest designer darling has a small atelier in Belgravia full of beautifully strong yet feminine separates
The V&A Museum Gift Shop - full of treasures and knick-knacks from around the world
Columbia Road Flower Market and shops - Market is open every Sunday (8AM - 3 PM). The street itself is also full of beautiful independent and one-off boutiques so be sure to save time for shop-hopping. Some pics from our trip here
Cafeand - Full of unique and one-off goods this part gallery-part shop-part cafe is a treasure hunter’s paradise

CAFFEINATE:
Fernandez & Wells, three locations for your pleasure and known by locals as the best coffee in Central London. Some pics from our visit here
Kaffeine, near Oxford Circus is a kiwi run establishment that takes their coffee making seriously
Department of Coffee and Social Affairs, In the City (financial district) near the diamond jewelers and some neat food/clothing stalls (known collectively as Leather Lane Market) you’ll find this gem of a coffee house
Monmouth Coffee - there are three locations, but we love the one in Borough market as there is the added benefit of being able to grab a choripan before or after from the Argentine stall right across the way

LEARN:
The Saatchi Gallery, Chelsea. Contemporary art by emerging artists from home and abroad. Some pics from our visit here
The V&A - ‘David Bowie Is’ exhibition is on until early August. A must!
Some pics from our visit here

QUAFF:
The Builder’s Arms, South Kensington
The Punchbowl, Mayfair
The Foyer Bar at Claridges, Mayfair
The Goring Lobby Bar, Belgravia
The Garden Room, Knightbridge

\\ W E E K E N D A D V E N T U R E S // Keep it local with...

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:30:30 -0600

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Keep it local with a visit to Toronto’s first public flower market this Spring, Summer and Fall.

www.torontoflowermarket.ca

\\ W E E K E N D A D V E N T U R E S // Long Hair Don’t...

Mon, 06 May 2013 13:30:27 -0600

\\ W E E K E N D A D V E N T U R E S // Long Hair Don’t Care

\\ C O O L S T U F F // A Mother’s Day gift for that...

Sun, 05 May 2013 17:06:00 -0600

\\ C O O L S T U F F // A Mother’s Day gift for that special new mama in your life.

The Armani Baby Blanket in Support of Free The Children

Just in time for Mother’s Day, Holt Renfrew has partnered with Giorgio Armani and Free The Children to create a limited edition baby blanket. Proceeds of the $50 blanket support Free The Children’s international developing communities in Kenya, providing the necessary healthcare, clean water and support needed for Maasai Mamas and their babies through the first year of the child’s life.

Free The Children believes in a world where young people are free to achieve their fullest potential, and empowers youth to remove barriers that prevent them from being active local and global citizens. We couldn’t agree more!

The blankets come in four designs inspired by the vibrant colours of the traditional kanga wrap worn by Maasai mamas. The sale of the blankets will help Holt Renfrew reach its goal of raising $100,000 for Free The Children.

To purchase: holtrenfrew.com

/// W E E K E N D A D V E N T U R E S \ While Atticus...

Sat, 04 May 2013 19:48:02 -0600

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While Atticus sawed some major logs last night, his father and I hosted a couple dozen friends to celebrate his birthday.

A make-your-own margarita bar and personalized nacho platters with all the fixings were a hit - the pounding tequila headache this morning….not so much:(

Atticus on the other hand, was beyond thrilled to discover daddy’s birthday balloons when he woke up and did his usual recon around our home.

#TheAdventuresOfAtticus & our city-guides featured on the...

Fri, 03 May 2013 08:37:59 -0600

#TheAdventuresOfAtticus & our city-guides featured on the @holtrenfrew blog today (holtsmuse.com). Be sure to pick up a Holt’s x Armani exclusive baby blanket in support of @freethechildren for a special mom in your life.