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Thrill seekers take note, these pulse-quickening adventures will inspire conversation fodder for years to come—as well as plenty of amazing photos for your Instagram.
Your salty skin after a dip in the sea, the warmth of the sand heated by the sun, and the sticky breeze tousling your hair—it’s practically in our DNA to be drawn to the seaside. Of course, almost any beach can captivate our senses, but then there are shorelines that are undeniably magical. With summer… Continue reading 28 Of the World’s Most Extraordinary Beaches
Hong Kong is a shopper’s paradise! It doesn’t matter if you’re looking to splurge or stick to a budget, hunt for antiques or scour the latest electronics, chances are you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for. Since there are countless markets and it can be a little overwhelming to choose the right one, we’ve narrowed… Continue reading 5 Hong Kong Markets You Need to Visit!
Travelling to Japan for the first time, but unsure where to start? The land of the rising sun, still deeply anchored in tradition, will certainly surprise you in the best possible way. And while Japan boasts plenty of fascinating cities and villages, Kyoto is the best starting point for neophytes. Not only does it hold an… Continue reading An Introduction to Kyoto: Highlights for the First-Time Visitor
I arrived in Hong Kong in the morning ready to hit the ground running. I had flown there in Cathay Pacific’s Premium Economy Class and thanks to the larger seats, greater pitch, and other comforts I felt pretty great given the 12-hour time change. I only had a few days before heading on to Myanmar… Continue reading Top Tips for Hong Kong
It’s summer, it’s hot, and it’s time to drain your bank account to go travelling. Or not. You don’t have to sell all your valuable heirlooms—PlayStation®, framed poster of the Doors, and your beanbag chair—just to explore the world this summer. Here are some of the cheapest places to travel from Canada: Montevideo Uruguay … Continue reading Cheapest Cities to Visit in 2015
Some cafes have croissants, some have double-shot caramel macchiatos, and some have, well, owls. If you’ve always wanted feathers floating around as you shake cinnamon into your coffee, there are definitely a few wacky coffee shops out there for you. Here are some of the best animal-themed cafes of 2015: Owl Cafes Before the spring… Continue reading Cats, Owls, and Goats: Best Animal-themed Cafes of 2015
Southeast Asia fans are no strangers to Thailand’s lure. Its phenomenal food and kind people have long drawn Canadian tourists who are looking for exotic getaways that still offer safety and the promise of a vacation worth writing home about. For most, that trip to Thailand will start and stop with a “Things to do… Continue reading Thailand: Beyond Bangkok
With the snow thawing out and your frozen limbs finally regaining feeling in the heat, it’s time to celebrate spring. Luckily, there are a ton of festivals that welcome the sunshine with eager enthusiasm. Whether you find yourself in India or Ottawa, get in the spirit at these top spring festivals. Tulip Festival Ottawa, Canada… Continue reading Top Spring Festivals in the World