getaway with the Family

TRAVELING AS A FAMILY can expose your kids to new places, people, cultures, and things. Most kids live in a bit of a “life bubble.” What they experience is often their perception of the world. By taking them outside of that daily bubble you are giving them new experiences that can reshape how they view the world. There are destinations regionally that can help you create memorable experiences with your family without traveling long distances.

Winnipeg Manitoba

Now you might think it’s odd to take a vacation to Winnipeg, but what you don’t know is that it’s a really family-friendly city and there are lots of fun things to do.

1. BEACHES

I know most do not think of beaches in Winnipeg, but Grand Beach and Winnipeg Beach offer amazing sand and water. Collect seashells, splash in the water and dig in the sand.

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The Forks

This is one of the best parts of Winnipeg for visitors. It boasts a market, local vendors and restaurants, a river, activities, live music, a spray park and trails. Rent a family bike for extra fun.

3. CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Kids experience an actual train, splash water lab, arts and crafts, and a tumble zone to build skyscrapers. It is a wonderful place for kids to have fun, be active, learn and spark their imagination.

4. ASSINIBOINE ZOO

The zoo is a year-round attraction. Do not miss the Journey to Churchill. This 10-acre exhibit was designed to recreate the terrain in Churchill, Manitoba, one of the few human settlements where polar bears can still be observed in the wild.

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Splash Dash Boat Ride

Enjoy scenic and historically informative half-hour tours of Winnipeg's downtown waterways. Boat captains provide commentary and historical insights on many points of interest along the way.