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Top 11 Ways Joi de Vivre Abounds in Southern Quebec

June 6, 2020 by Steve MirskyLeave a Comment

In a rough equidistance between Montréal and Quebec City as well as sharing a multistate northern U.S. border spanning New York State to Maine, Canada's Southern Quebec is renowned for unique gourmet experiences, distinctive lodging, and unspoiled natural beauty. Here are 11 can't-miss road trip worthy attractions to add to your GPS next time you head over the border: La Sucrerie de la Montagne Open year-round and designated an official … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Bakeries, Beer, Belgium, Bicycle, Bridges, Canada, Culture, Dancing, Dessert, Farming, Food and Wine, France, Harvest, Hiking, Journey, Lodge, Maine, Massage

What Should You Do if Your Car Breaks Down in the Middle of Nowhere?

June 2, 2020 by David AlvarezLeave a Comment

What could be worse than your car breaking down? Your car breaking down in the middle of nowhere. While car owners never expect such an incident, it is best to be prepared for it. There are many reasons why a car could suddenly malfunction and leave you stranded in an unfamiliar location. Fortunately, the situation can be managed no matter what has happened to your vehicle or where you are. Continue reading below to learn about the steps to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Internet, Stay Safe, Technology, Traffic, Travel Insurance

The Trip to the Desert

June 1, 2020 by Dave10 Comments

After visiting the original Ballarat in Australia about 90 minutes outside of Melbourne earlier this year, I got the urge to visit it's tiny relative in the Mojave Desert, California. I drove across what looked like a salt plane - some rare recent rain had muddied the road and left my windshield covered in white droplets. I pulled into the old town, originally founded in 1897, it's boom was a few short years before the nearby mine shut down in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Art, Australia, Bangkok Thailand, California, Canyon, Death Valley, Desert, Food and Wine, Hiking, Los Angeles, National Park, Nevada, Walking tour

A Backpacker’s Guide to El Nido

June 1, 2020 by Merlin Rivera1 Comment

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El Nido is a municipality that lies in the northwest part of the Philippine island Palawan. The name comes from the Spanish word “nido”, which means a nest. Indeed, lots of tiny swiftlets live in the area and build edible nests in the limestone cliffs - hence the name. El Nido attracts travelers from all over the globe. If you are looking for a place with tourist shops on every corner, a distinct backpacker vibe, and tasty banana pancakes … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Airport, Backpacking, Beach, Bus Travel, Journey, Motorbike, Restaurants, River Rafting, Shopping Mall, Spain, Village, Wildlife

Lago di Como, Bellagio – Italy – June 2020

June 1, 2020 by DaveLeave a Comment

This International hot spot for inspirational natural beauty is world renown. The lake itself resembles the figure of a headless person in mid stride - with the two legs forming the main parts of the lake. Old small towns are perched at times precariously on the edges of its steep shores. Roads are narrow, steep and very windy. Bellagio (otherwise known as the "pearl of Lake Como) is one such town very popular with tourists for its scenic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Casino, Italy, Public Transportation, Shopping Mall

Guide to the Best European City Adventures in July

May 28, 2020 by Penny MartinelliLeave a Comment

If your idea of summer vacation is to enjoy pleasant temperatures in favor of extremely hot weather, then going to Europe in July is a good idea. During this time, you could take part in various festivals and events held across the continent. From the Belgian province of Genk to Slovenia's capital of Ljubljana and the gorgeous city of Munich, there is definitely a lot to explore and discover in Europe this summer. 1. Genk Genk is a famous … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Airport, Animal Rescue, Art, Beach, Beer, Belgium, Bicycle, Canals, Castle, Europe, Fireworks, Flowers, Germany, Hiking, History, Journey, London, Markets, Museum, Music

Traveling to Sweden? A Few Ideas for Travel

May 27, 2020 by Dave1 Comment

I have been fortunate to have visited Sweden several times during various trips to Europe. It is a beautiful country with plenty of activities and attractions regardless of the time of year. The following are a few recommended activities or attractions to experience during your time in the country. Wines/Ciders Did you know that Sweden has wineries? Yes and they are located in Skåne, in the gorgeous southwest part of the country. Known in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Africa Safari, Culinary travel, Culture, Europe, Fishing, Food and Wine, History, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Sweden

Tips to Travel to Mexico City

May 26, 2020 by Javier Mercado1 Comment

The Mexico City Airport is located in the urban area, you can easily find transportation or a taxi site at the airport itself, they are safe, worth taking but are a little more expensive. Whenever you board a taxi, make sure they turn on the meter. - If you want to save, one option is to take the metro that is very close to the airport, especially the Puerto Aéreo terminal, but only if you travel with little luggage and do not arrive at rush … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Airport, Bus Travel, Castle, Mexico, Taxi, Walking tour

Land-based Casinos in New Zealand

May 24, 2020 by Trent SissokoLeave a Comment

Online casino has its strong points, especially if we consider that it’s constantly evolving and provides a pretty realistic playing experience these days. However, it still can’t replace that good-old feel we all have when we enter a classic brick and mortar casino. Therefore, a big number of players still prefer land-based casinos, mostly because of the atmosphere it brings. New Zealanders can enjoy traditional casino experience as well. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Beach, Casino, Culinary travel, Food and Wine, New Zealand, Restaurants

Mount Cook Scenic Flights, New Zealand

May 21, 2020 by Rituparna9 Comments

Why New Zealand? The answer is simple. It is breathtakingly beautiful! My first visit to this island country left me awestruck and mesmerised to say the least. I haven’t seen a more scenic landscape before this. Among many, most noteworthy is the Mount Cook Scenic Flights, New Zealand. To my utter surprise the experience of that journey surpassed that of Jungfraujoch in Switzerland. The country lying in the southwestern Pacific Ocean has two … [Read more...]

Filed Under: South Pacific · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Cell Phone, Christmas, Fashion, Flowers, Helicopter, India, Journey, Mountain Climbing, National Park, New Zealand, Road Trip, Sports, Switzerland, Village, Wildlife

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