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RED ROCK CANYON, LAS VEGAS – A massive wall of rusty-red and sun-bleached yellow rock topped by a pale blue sky. Families clambering over smooth orange boulders.Towering, ragged mountain tops lit up by the late afternoon sky. The Grand Canyon rightfully gets most of the attention when people talk about the great outdoors in the… Continue reading The Natural Side of Las Vegas: Stunning Hikes and Scenery at Red Rock Canyon
Seattle might be known as the coffee capital of the world, but nearby Vancouver, BC offers a whole “latte” competition when it comes to the tastiest java. Whether you’re grabbing a quick espresso in the morning before sightseeing or you need a pick-me-up with friends in the middle of the afternoon, you’ll find tons of… Continue reading Best Coffee Shops in Vancouver for a Good Buzz
One of the highlights of my weekend in Las Vegas was taking a helicopter tour out to the Grand Canyon. This natural wonder is 446 kilometres long, 1.83 kilometres deep, and its width ranges from 6.4 to 29 kilometres. In short, it is a sight to behold! While the Grand Canyon is located in the state of Arizona,… Continue reading A Helicopter Tour Over the Grand Canyon
Whether getting to Toronto requires you to fly, drive or hop on the subway, the fact that the city offers some of the best places to pamper yourself can’t be disputed. You may have visited in the past but if you haven’t sampled one of these five-star hotels in Toronto it’s time to make a… Continue reading 5-Star Toronto Getaways
Canada’s west coast is home to Vancouver, one of the hippest and most trendy cities in North America. But, is a visit to this popular destination going to put your travel budget in a tailspin? Not at all! With some planning you can experience this Northwest wonder and even leave with change in your pockets.… Continue reading Taking in Vancouver on a Budget
What’s a girl to do? I’ve been to Las Vegas several times and adore that hot city in the desert. Hubby, on the other hand, is not so keen. He’s never been, isn’t wooed by the emblematic Vegas experience that most Canadians are drawn to – the gambling, the shows, the shopping, and the food… Continue reading Las Vegas for the Outdoor Adventurer
When it comes to travel, the road trip is having a comeback year. Between cheaper gas prices and increased luggage fees, throwing the kids in the car for a quick weekend (or week-long) getaway has never seemed more appealing. Road trip connoisseurs know that while it’s a great way to travel it isn’t as simple… Continue reading How to Pack the Fun on Your March Break Road Trip
Get your tickets and put on your go-go boots: Music festival season is upon us. If you want 80s hair metal bands coming back from rehab, hip-hop artists doing it and doing it and doing it well, and tweens squeaking about unrequited love, there’s a music festival for you. Once you have hidden your flask… Continue reading Biggest U.S. Music Festivals of 2015
Just about every city lauds its buildings but none that I’ve visited fetes them like Chicago does. And for good reason. This city was destined for architectural greatness starting with the “Great Rebuilding” that began after the Chicago Fire of 1871. It’s impossible to go to Chicago and not be entranced by its buildings and public… Continue reading Chicago – A Landscape of Lavish Buildings