Tofino Vacay

This is the time of year we love to getaway to Tofino (tourist season is over). We love to visit Tofino during storm season. As pictured below we embraced the storm! 

We figured a 3 day getaway would be the perfect amount of time for our first trip. Hard not to pack the entire house when going away with a baby. The beauty of the resort is they have laundry in the units. I guess I could have left more than half the clothes I took. Between baby toys & accessories, luggage & our big lab we managed to squeeze everyone into the SUV quite comfortably. Only a short roadtrip of 2.5 hours to paradise. Avery slept the entire drive both ways! 

We have our favorite spots to visit in Tofino. It was so fun to introduce Avery to them even though she won't remember. Tofino is so special to us as we started going there when we first started dating, we got engaged on Long Beach, spent our honeymoon there & had many other wonderful trips throughout the years. We always go to Tacofino, it's always our first stop. Then to Tofino Brewing Co. to pick up our favorite beer. We always enjoy going to Shelter restaurant as well. It never disappoints! 

 Lots of walks on the beach & relaxing by the fire. Learned lots of traveling tips with a baby! So memorable showing Avery the beach for the first time, this will be one of many family vacations to Tofino. 

Melissa xo 

October To-Do's

Fall is definitely my favorite season. Something about the crisp air, changing leaves & coziness of it all. Even more excited this year that I have a little bundle to snuggle. We have planned a few exciting family things to-do this October. We are starting off by our first family vacation to Tofino (Cox Bay Beach Resort). Only a short but sweet 3 day stay. It will be just enough time away & a little practice for another trip perhaps in January. Very excited to show Avery our favorite place. We hope she enjoys the beach as much as we do. We also plan to go to the corn maze & pick out pumpkins. It's always something I've wanted to do. We might need to take a few photos in the pumpkin patch too. Last thing on our list is dressing up for Halloween. Can't wait to put Avery in her watermelon costume. I would be lying if I said I haven't been excited about this for months! Looking forward to among some family memories! 

Melissa xo 

Tofino Getaway

We had a chance to get away for the long weekend (BC family day). We decided we wanted to go to Cox a Bay, Tofino. It is one of our go-to spots for many reasons (location, we can bring our fur baby....) 

We lucked out with the weather. Sun was shining & couldn't be better for beach strolls. We love going here because it's a place of ultimate relaxation. Nothing but walking the beach, relaxing in front of the fire with good food & company. Without fail we always grab lunch at Tacofino (the worlds best fish tacos) and our morning coffee at the Tofitian. I would say on average we make it to Tofino about 4 times a year. A place that is close both our hearts. We also spent our honey moon in Cox Bay. I can't wait to introduce our baby to the beach & create memories.... The westcoast truly is the best coast, we love where we live!

Melissa xo 

Babymoon

I think vacations are a must have! I especially think "babymoons" are a necessity. My husband and I have been discussing going on a little vacay before our little one arrives at the end of June. We don't want to travel great lengths. Just a 4-5 trip to get some rest and relaxation and maybe a glimpse of sun if we're lucky. 2 places on our list are currently San Francisco and Las Vegas. Easy enough to travel to. 

We also love our spot in Tofino, BC. Nothing says relaxation like the westcoast. You can't beat those beach strolls, the smell of the ocean and the calmness of Tofino. This is by far one of our favorite getaways. Many great memories there! 

Cox Bay Beach, BC

Tonquin Beach, BC 

I think it's important for spouses to connect before their baby comes. It's going to add a whole new dynamic to the relationship that's for sure. Extremely exciting but for now I think we will enjoy the calm before the storm (I mean that in the best way possible).

Any recommendations for a Babymoon? 

Melissa xo