There are certain things about Las Vegas that you can take for granted. There will be gambling opportunities, bright lights and plenty of bachelorette parties on the go. There will be memory-making moments you’ll laugh about long after you leave …
Only a scenic two hours drive north of Vancouver International Airport, Whistler is that gem of a destination that calls to travellers year round. There really is no bad time to be in Whistler but if Winter is your season, …
It doesn’t matter how much you’ve heard about them or how many photos you’ve seen, one glimpse of the Northern lights and your jaw will be on the floor. The dancing colours across a pitch black sky isn’t the sort …
PDAs – Public Displays of Affection – aren’t usually at the top of my list when it comes to reasons to visit a destination but there is no denying that there are some places in the world where a good …
There are two kinds of people in this world: People who need to make their own mistakes and people who are wise enough to learn from the mistakes of others. If you’re as wise as I think you to be, …
How to keep everyone Happy in the Car The success of a road trip is often determined by the time spent in the car on route to your destination. It’s easy for everyone to be giddy with anticipation or happy …
5 Road Trip Destinations that deserve your attention (1) Niagara Falls Where to stay: Pick a spot with a view of those iconic waterfalls and within walking distance of key Niagara Falls attractions. A few to consider: The Niagara Falls …
12 Tips for packing for a road trip For all our complaining about airline luggage restrictions, the truth is that they work. You know that if you pack more than a carry-on bag of a certain size and weight you’re …
Ask anyone who has had a disastrous road trip to tell you what went wrong and none of them will start with the destination. Where you’re supposed to end up is almost never the heart of the problem. In fact …
If you’re like most people then the draw to a Niagara winery is simple. There is wine there. Good wine. In fact some of the best wines in the world start in the quiet vineyards in Niagara, Ontario. Great wine …
“Remember January.” That’s the mantra for many of us who wouldn’t dare complain about record-breaking heat waves across the country. Still, if the thought of winters that can break your spirit with cold isn’t quite enough to get you through …
The trouble with family vacations is that most families don’t have three people who are exactly alike in interests. You might have an adventure seeker, a mellow fellow, an adrenaline junkie and more in your small crew and planning a …
Every year you sit and listen to your friends once they’ve come back from summer vacations that leave you drooling. Exotic destinations, five-star hotels and photos of adventures that leave you breathless have become par for the course. This year, …
If your idea of a road trip is the time it takes you to drive to the grocery store and back, it’s time to change your tune. Road trips should be long, drawn out affairs that make the most of …
Summer and beer go together like “macaroni and cheese” or ” hot chocolate and ice skating.” If you are a craft brew loving person, you know that one just isn’t quite the same without the other. And the only thing …
Hawaii is always a good idea and when it comes to family adventures and Maui is the spot that many will choose. A mix of laid back charm and active adventure, one week in Maui holds the potential for memory-making …
We Canadians are a sun and sand loving bunch. Who can blame us? With winters that feel like they last long beyond their welcome and cold weather that often makes random surprise appearances in the middle of spring, it’s no …
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. …
The calm before the storm in 2014 in Los Cabos was long and enjoyable. One of Mexico’s most popular destinations was enjoying the kind of tourism season they were used to – returning clientele and satisfied guests were everywhere. No …
If the last time you were in Orlando you were either under the age of 18 or forced to collect autographs from costumed critters for someone who was, your impression of the place could be somewhat skewed. While the city …
That image you have of smoky backrooms, high rollers and the constant ringing of slot machines? Get rid of it. The best thing about Las Vegas is that it isn’t any one thing. Want to spend a weekend at a …
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 …
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 …
There is nowhere on the planet like Dubai. The once oil-rich mecca turned to tourism years ago in a quest to create a second economic powerhouse. They succeeded and introduced the world to imaginative architecture that exceeded anyone’s wildest dreams. …
If there’s one thing that can be said about us Canadians it’s that we know winter. Whether you’re the type who embraces it or the kind who raises their mittens in surrender, the fact remains. It stands to reason then, …
How to choose the best all-inclusive for you The great thing about an all-inclusive property is that you aren’t constantly wondering how much everything will cost. Instead, you’re free to spend your time doing the very thing you went on …
How to enjoy a Whistler Winter (even if you don’t like the cold) There are people who jump up on a snowy, winter morning look out the window and start to plan the myriad of ways they can get out …
Negril, Jamaica Expedia.com Viewfinder Image Library Image courtesy of Tourism Media Headed to the tropical paradise of Jamaica? Leave without sampling these five island staples and you’ll be hard-pressed to convince anyone you actually went. Hot sun, white sand and …
City of Brotherly Love has Something for Every Family Member What I love most about Philadelphia is that it’s a city built on options. Want a greasy diner-esque meal? No problem. A sit down gourmet experience? You can find that …
