followsummerfollowsummerOh, the beautiful Ardèche region of France: its wild and rugged character and climbing, winding roads leading the nature lover into the secluded backcountry of the rolling, curving, cliff-hugging Gorges de l’Ardèche where hiking, kayaking,...
France’s sun-dappled southern regions have long been a favorite with both locals and tourists alike. Provence is perhaps too popular: most travelers journey only as far as Avignon; further north, Lyon becomes a food lover’s stop over on...
As the ancient capital of the Gauls, Lyon is not only famous for her heritage but also for her gastronomy, and with a duo of famous chef sons, Bocuse and Boulud, the city makes an excellent historical and tasty home base should you...
Untamed, practically uninhabited, and spreading over almost 2 million square kilometers, Alaska is the ultimate escape into the wild, with a wide range of daring, snow-dominated activities. From winter festivities that will give you a glimpse into some of its...
Here in Canada we are counting down to our annual Thanksgiving familial feasting; the beautiful, warm early October weather encouraging us to grab one more outdoor meal on our dining porch in beautiful St. Marys, Ontario. Where are you...
Oh, the beautiful Ardèche region of France: its wild and rugged character and climbing, winding roads leading the nature lover into the secluded backcountry of the rolling, curving, cliff-hugging Gorges de...
France’s sun-dappled southern regions have long been a favorite with both locals and tourists alike. Provence is perhaps too popular: most travelers journey only as far as Avignon; further north, Lyon becomes a food...
As the ancient capital of the Gauls, Lyon is not only famous for her heritage but also for her gastronomy, and with a duo of famous chef sons, Bocuse and Boulud, the city makes an excellent historical and...
Untamed, practically uninhabited, and spreading over almost 2 million square kilometers, Alaska is the ultimate escape into the wild, with a wide range of daring, snow-dominated activities. From winter festivities that will give...
Here in Canada we are counting down to our annual Thanksgiving familial feasting; the beautiful, warm early October weather encouraging us to grab one more outdoor meal on our dining porch in beautiful St. Marys,...
We ran into Chef Nick Liu a couple of nights ago at trendy DINE and Destinations launch party and got us thinking of our first great evening savouring Chef Liu’s fabulous ‘New Asian Cuisine’...
My to-SEE list seems grows longer each day thanks to living vicariously through other people’s vacation photos and followsummer. followsummer recently tweeted the Top 8 places to visit right now and London, England, makes...
The Florida Everglades are among the most beautiful natural wonders of the world. Located in southern Florida, these expansive wetlands are full of wildlife and amazing things to see. If you’ve never had a chance to...
In New Orleans “speak” the language often used by New Orleanians to give meaning and pronunciation to certain local words – the word lagniappe (pronounced “lan-yap”) means “a little...
A long weekend in New York. The city was still buzzing and somewhat in shock from the recent dual uptown and downtown Blue and Red party sharing of election night acceptance and condolence during our last November visit. It is...
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...