Bookstores, Food, and Nature: It’s Time to Book a Trip to Sidney
Growing up in Victoria in the 1980’s, Sidney-by-the-Sea, as it is endearingly nicknamed, was just the place where my family occasionally drove to buy kippers … Continue Reading
Burlington – A treasure to discover
When I was a kid, Burlington was always where we went for special occasions and family get-togethers—Thanksgiving, Christmas, cousins' birthday parties—the list goes on. My … Continue Reading
Dog Sledding Holidays in Canada
There’s no getting around it—the Canadian winter is usually a good half year long in most of the country. That’s a lot of time, and … Continue Reading
Get Crafty in Halifax
When visiting a new place, we often just scratch the surface by visiting some of the better known attractions and eating a few nice meals. … Continue Reading
How to Make the Most of Your Long Distance Train Trip
Modern life has conditioned most of us to go, go, go — and to feel a little anxious when we spend too much time without checking our smartphones. But often on a train, it’s hard to come by reliable Wi-Fi and cell phone service, giving passengers a chance to connect with their surroundings, creative side, and seatmates.
Treat Yourself: The Best Chocolate Shops Across Canada
My chocolate-tasting career has taken me all over the world. I’ve toured the original Hershey’s Chocolate World in Hershey, Pennsylvania and completed a chocolate-making course … Continue Reading
Cure For The Cold: Prairie Winter Festivals
The prairies in wintertime: the very thought of it sends chills down your spine. That image of the lonely, open, snow-covered fields of Canada’s heartland, … Continue Reading