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For some, Istanbul conjures up images of mosques, minarets and boats making their way down the Bosphorus; for me it’s all about the food. Turkish cuisine is a wonderful fusion of traditions that hail from the Mediterranean, Balkans, Central Asia, and the Middle East, and the resulting flavours are pure magic! Today, I thought I’d… Continue reading How to Eat Your Way Around Istanbul
Headed to Canada this summer, but only have 48 hours in Montreal? You may not be able to cover it all, but this sample 2 day itinerary will give you a taste of what this great city has to offer: Day 1 8:00 a.m. Start your day right by making a beeline for Fairmount Bagel, as this… Continue reading 48 Hours in Montreal
If there’s one thing Berlin has no shortage of, it’s museums. This city has a staggering 175 art galleries and museums for visitors to choose from, which can make it a little difficult to narrow down your options. That’s why I’m highlighting a selection of favourites which offer a nice mix of history, art and odd curiosities. German Historical… Continue reading 5 Berlin Museums You Won’t Want to Miss!
Once a hidden gem of Central Europe, Prague has gained a lot of popularity with travellers in recent years. So what is it that draws people to the City of a Thousand Spires? It could be the beautifully preserved Old Town, the postcard perfect scene of Prague Castle perched over the Vltava river, the nightly classical concerts,… Continue reading 48 Hours in Prague
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
It’s that time of year when we Canadians dream about the white stuff. Meaning, nice, fluffy, white sand beaches where we can snuggle our toes and sip a cocktail or two and enjoy the sunset. In no particular order here’s an assortment of some of my favourite beaches around the world, along with a couple… Continue reading From Florida to Europe to Down Under, a Beach for Every Type of Traveller
I can’t think of a city that dazzles at night quite like Hong Kong. When there is no place to build but up, you get a skyline that consists of towering skyscrapers as far as the eye can see; you can only imagine what that looks like when the sun goes down and the lights come… Continue reading Where to find the best views of Hong Kong at night
It’s snowy, it’s windy, it’s miserable—or so your friends will tell you. You’ll be off playing in the warm sand and swimming in the serene ocean. Winter may be about frost and sleet, but you can leave that imagery far behind. You’ll take the sight of another tropical drink coming your way, thank you very… Continue reading Best Beaches for a Winter Retreat