Canada is a vast country. It’s rich mix of cultures offers many places to explore: historic cities, untouched landscapes and natural beauty. Canada is an intriguing place to visit, and the author Michelle Thomas is an expert on the subject. Distances between cities and tourist hotspots can be substantial. While on the road, read a book or play some games with the best Canadian online casino. But before then, join us as we travel North to … [Read more...]
Pursuing Ski Resorts for both Winter and Summer Sports Activities
My first introduction to ski resorts was with my father at a very young age - we would pack into the car and drive several hours to the ski slopes and spend our afternoons combing up and down the slopes for coins and jewelry. Initially it was just walking while carefully studying the ground beneath our feet. You would be surprised what people lost during the ski season - we found beer cans still cold sitting in the snow, capri sun drinks - and … [Read more...]
Downhills Don’t Come Free by Jerry Holl
At age 57 Jerry Holl quit his corporate career, trading in a suit and a tie for bicycle apparel and deciding he would bike solo from Anchorage Alaska through British Columbia, Washington, Oregon and California to the Mexico border. And this proposed journey of 3,600 miles was by a man who had spent little time on a bicycle and had not trained prior to his ride. Nor did he have any training on basic bike repairs. Jumping into the saddle he … [Read more...]
Top 10 Unique Activites When Visiting Canada
Canada is mostly known around the world for its cold weather and a lot of frozen, barren land. The majority of visitors only visit the major cities of Toronto, Vancouver, or Montreal, thinking that is all Canada has to offer. Well, there is a lot more to this country than meets the eye! We have picked out 10 unique activities visitors can do on their trip to Canada. But before you embark on the trip, make sure you are covered with IEC … [Read more...]
Best Places in the World for Wine Tour
If you’re a wine lover, you may find that wine tasting is a fascinating way to spend holidays. You’ll love to visit the world’s great wine regions and enjoy the stunningly beautiful vineyards as well as savor some of the best vintages in existence. Below are some of the best wine tour destinations in the world. Wine Tour the Most exciting island, Corsica, France for hard-to-find wines Apart from its dramatic landscape, Corsica is well known … [Read more...]
Top 10 Yoga Retreats Around the World
When practicing yoga, you should aim to calm the body and mind, relax your breath, and lift your spirits. New yoga studios are opening all over the world as the practice becomes trendy, but its history is rooted in ancient Indian tradition. With such a widespread interest, it’s no surprise there are dozens of life-changing yoga retreats across the globe. Yoga is a practice of self-awareness and presence — sometimes the best place to practice … [Read more...]
Liard River Hot Springs: A Must-See on the Alaska Highway
At 1,400 miles long, the Alaska Highway, also known as the ALCAN, traverses some of the most inhospitable and least-populated parts of Canada and the United States. It remains one of the great North American roads. A trip up the Alaska Highway is a bucket list item for many people who enjoy a road trip and an adventure. There are dozens of amazing places to stop along the Alaska Highway, but one of those places is unlike any other: Liard River … [Read more...]
Rocky Mountaineer, Western Canada – February 2018
One of the world's great train rides is through the awe inspiring Canadian Rockies. Rocky Mountaineer offers a number of journeys both along the coast in British Columbia as well as both east and west rides through the mountains. Starting points are either Vancouver or Calgary. The train follows historical railways both in British Columbia and in Alberta. You do not sleep on the train, rather at the end of each day waiting coaches will … [Read more...]
Tofino, British Columbia: Eating on the Edge of the Earth
Tofino is a community on Vancouver Island’s unspoiled West Coast. Pristine Pacific waters are a thriving habitat for orcas, grey and humpback whales, seals, puffins and sea lions, while it’s old-growth forest is lush with plant and animal life. Adventure seekers come to surf the waves, fish for abundant salmon and hike to hidden hot springs. At first glance, this stunning little town with around 2,000 year-round residents appears to be an … [Read more...]
Crush, A Wine Thriller – by Jennifer M. Fraser
There is plenty of keep the one absorbed from start to finish in Jennifer M. Fraser's exciting book, Crush, A Wine Thriller. The story features Paige Munroe, normally an investigative journalist often covering war stories. In this book her investigative role is initially reduced to ease her back into the 'world' after recovering from a war time injury. Assigned to cover and promote select wineries in the Okanagan Valley of British Columbia, … [Read more...]
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