Family Travel Specialist
Elena Rodriguez
A mother of three and travel writer who specializes in family-friendly travel, offering practical advice for traveling with children of all ages.
- Writing about travel
- 13+ years
- Covers
- Family travel, Child-friendly destinations, Travel with toddlers, Family vacation planning
- Languages
- en
Stories by Elena Rodriguez
· 5 min read
Vancouver Beaches: English Bay, Kitsilano, Spanish Banks and Wreck Beach
Which Vancouver beach suits your day, when lifeguards are on duty, and how to check water quality before you swim.
· 5 min read
Toronto Beaches and Outdoor Pools: A Summer Swimming Guide
Where to swim in Toronto in summer, from the Toronto Island beaches and the ferry to Woodbine, Bluffer's and the city's outdoor pools.
· 4 min read
Hiking Trails in Pacific Rim National Park's Long Beach Unit
The short rainforest, bog and beach trails of Pacific Rim's Long Beach Unit between Tofino and Ucluelet, with lengths, conditions, tides and park pass rules.
· 4 min read
Old Montreal and Old Port Walking Tour: A Self-Guided Route
A self-guided walk through Old Montreal's squares, churches and museums, ending on the Old Port waterfront.
· 4 min read
Whale Watching in Tofino: Seasons, Species and Choosing a Tour
When to go whale watching in Tofino, which whales you are likely to see, and how to choose a tour.
· 4 min read
A 7-Day Canadian Rockies Itinerary: Banff, Lake Louise, Yoho and Jasper
A realistic week from Calgary through Banff, Lake Louise, Yoho and the Icefields Parkway to Jasper, with the bookings to make in advance.
· 5 min read
Quebec City Food Guide: Dishes to Try, Sugar Shacks and Markets
What to eat in Quebec City, from tourtière and pea soup to poutine and maple taffy, plus when to visit a sugar shack and where to shop for local produce.
· 4 min read
A 48-Hour Toronto Weekend: Markets, Neighbourhoods and the Islands
A two-day Toronto plan covering St. Lawrence Market, the Distillery District, Kensington Market, the waterfront and a ferry to the Toronto Islands, with transit tips.