Posts in category Scenery

With over 2 million lakes in our big beautiful backyard, it isn’t difficult to find a shoreline to camp on, a lake to cruise on, or a beach for a bonfire. We’re pretty lucky to have not one but several …

Meteora gets a lot of day visitors wanting a glimpse of its famed monasteries, however, if there’s one thing I learned during my visit, it’s that this place has so much more to offer. The monasteries may be the main draw, …

If you’re looking for the perfect destination to plan a road trip, I’m going to suggest you put Ireland at the very top of your list. I recently spent a week driving the circumference of the island, and it was …

Maui might have the best beaches in Hawaii. But there’s a lot more to this Hawaiian island than lying on the sand and working on that perfect tan. Here are five things you should keep in mind on your next …

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 …

While Europe may be best enjoyed by train and South-East Asia by air, there is no better way to discover North America than by taking the road. Especially in the United States, where car rentals are very affordable and where there …

Albertans are a proud bunch and they have every right to be. Alberta is arguably the most diverse province in Canada, offering everything between mountains and plains, cities and small towns, lakes and badlands. If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, there …

Thinking of visiting Vancouver this summer? While this modern metropolis has much to offer, many of the highlights can be seen and experienced within a tight 48 hour time frame, making it a great place to escape if you’re short on …

CAPE BRETON, NOVA SCOTIA – It’s that first glimpse of a rising green headland flanked by the deep blue sea. It’s the sound of a late-night jam session at the Red Shoe Pub in Mabou. And it’s the silence and …

We’ve been lucky enough to visit Venice twice, and both times in the off-season. But even then, the streets were crowded with tourists, many just there for a quick stop off a cruise ship to snap a selfie, buy a …

Sometimes the beauty of a place separates it from the competition. Sometimes it’s the food. For me, what makes Barbados particularly special is an eccentric Englishman of a certain age who runs a garden high in the hills. On my …

Europe can get a bit overrun with tourists. That may be true more than ever this summer, as the U.S. dollar is almost at par with the Euro and Americans are booking trips like crazy. With that in mind, here …

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 …

The Big Island of Hawaii is probably most famous for its volcanoes. They’re very, very cool, and they’re a marvel to see. But there’s so much more to do on this big Hawaiian island. Here’s a few things to try. …

For many, Thailand is a dream destination. However, as a first-time visitor, it can be hard to know where to begin when the country is brimming with travel possibilities. Today’s article will highlight a few destinations around Thailand that will hopefully …

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 …

Over the past year I have found myself connecting flights in Istanbul numerous times, and whenever the opportunity presents itself I like to squeeze in a visit to stroll the streets and eat some baklava even if it’s just for a …

Solo travel gives you the time to do what you want to do.   Vancouver is, without doubt, a solo-friendly city. Easy to navigate and safe to explore, Vancouver offers an urban setting that vibrates with people enjoying outdoor activities. If you’re a …

With nearly 120 km of white sandy beaches and clear blue-green waters, it’s no surprise that Riviera Maya is one of Mexico’s most popular vacation hot spots. Stretching from Puerto Morales to the Mayan ruins of Tulum, the Caribbean shoreline …

Who needs a boyfriend or girlfriend to enjoy a trip to Riviera Maya? You don’t have to bring along a Plus One to enjoy all this seaside town has to offer. Made up of the wild and scenic area stretching …

Staring out of your office window, there are few better places to daydream of than Hawaii. Warm breezes, tropical treats, bright blue oceans, and a playful variety of wildlife make the Hawaiian Islands a beach getaway without compare. No matter …