followsummerfollowsummerIf you’ve ever wondered what a heaven on Earth would look like, you should visit Tahiti, the most breathtaking island of the Pacific Ocean. Along with Moorea, Bora Bora and more than a hundred of other beautiful islands, Tahiti constitutes the...
Paris has charmed everyone with its vibrant streets, high art, superb cuisine and astonishing architecture. The only City of Lights exudes authenticity, romance, and style that no one can resist. Whether you’re strolling along the iconic Seine River,...
What inspires you to travel to far away, romantic places such as France? For me it’s simply opening a book and letting the words wash over, encouraging me to visit the destinations written about within its pages. Perhaps it is the wine and the food? Is...
The south of France features prominently in many people’s daydreams of heaven on earth, and deservedly so. Those who haven’t yet seen this perfection, dream of going, and those who have, can’t wait to go back. If you’re thinking of...
Autumn is the perfect time to explore some crazy places you’ve never been. And what’s better than going out into the wilderness and spending some quality time with Mother Nature? If you’re feeling adventurous, here are some places you might...
If you’ve ever wondered what a heaven on Earth would look like, you should visit Tahiti, the most breathtaking island of the Pacific Ocean. Along with Moorea, Bora Bora and more than a hundred of other beautiful islands,...
Paris has charmed everyone with its vibrant streets, high art, superb cuisine and astonishing architecture. The only City of Lights exudes authenticity, romance, and style that no one can resist. Whether you’re strolling...
What inspires you to travel to far away, romantic places such as France? For me it’s simply opening a book and letting the words wash over, encouraging me to visit the destinations written about within its pages. Perhaps it...
The south of France features prominently in many people’s daydreams of heaven on earth, and deservedly so. Those who haven’t yet seen this perfection, dream of going, and those who have, can’t wait to go back....
Autumn is the perfect time to explore some crazy places you’ve never been. And what’s better than going out into the wilderness and spending some quality time with Mother Nature? If you’re feeling adventurous,...
‘People who meet, in this romantic setting Are so hypnotized by the lovely Evening summer breeze Warbling of a meadowlark Moonlight in Vermont’ The Blackburn and Suessdorf standard softly serenades...
One of the best things to do during Canada’s short summer is to spend lazy days at the beach, either playing in the sand or being in the water. These four books will inspire you to travel to the beach, whether to a family...
My last visit to Mont Tremblant’s Spa Scandinave was in a mid-winter March, a glorious late winter sun, setting over a rushing Rivière Diable, her banks crusted with breaking sheets of ice. There was still snow...
Instead of taking your regular three-hour drive via the M31 to reach Canberra from Sydney, why not spice up your trip with some memorable stops along the way? Even such a short stretch of road in Australia hides multiple natural...
Planning a trip to Sydney anytime soon? If you are, have you thought about the best places to grab a bite or rest your head? Sydney is an amazing city that has a lot to offer and saying that your options are numerous is a bit of...
Happy post-Canada Day and Fourth of July! We hope you have settled your summer travel plans and are either road tripping to your favourite location or canoeing at the cottage. For those of you who are...
Canada is now 150 years old, but I will be celebrating the anniversary of Confederation all year long. In celebration of Canada150, Parks Canada has offered its Discovery Pass where you can have unlimited visits to its national...
Summer is often framed as the right time to lose weight and get in the best shape of your life. This is usually to look good in your swimsuit on the beach, but the change to a warm season can make anyone want to watch what they...
Our Italian friends asked us what part of Italy we were going to: ‘Sicily’, I replied. ‘No, no, what part of ITALY are you going to?’ Apparently, Italians feel superior to Sicilians. Having been...
There is confusion at 6:30 a.m. Haluk tells us this is the Turkish way. The shuttle that has arrived to take us to the public bus station is too full to fit the 8 of us. We stand around waiting while mobile calls get made...
The morning has arrived with a high, flat cloud cover, much different from the clear, sunny brightness of the last two days. I awake feeling much better although I still have some stomach issues. The ferry is scheduled to leave...
Finally, we are allowed to enter the terminal. All goes smoothly – although our flight from Athens to Santorini is on a different ticket than our flights to Frankfurt and Athens, Lufthansa checks our luggage through to...
Last evening was spent looking at the stars over a beer on one of the hotel’s patios. It was lovely and cool, just like an early Canadian summer evening – not too warm and not too cold. A soothing breeze cooled...
Depending on just how ambitious a traveler you are, the trip from Perth to Melbourne can be an almost 4000km-long journey and filled with numerous stops in some of Australia’s most gorgeous regions. Is your car all set and...
I do not sleep well in Noventa di Piave. This will prove to be a recurring problem over our four nights here. Interestingly enough, John, who woke very early every morning at Neil’s house in London while I slept like a...