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...]
Travel Etiquette 101: Your Guide to Tipping around the World
As a citizen of the world, your travelling mantra may revolve around two things: show respect towards other cultures and offer kindness whenever you can. So one of the appropriate things to do is leave tips after an amazing meal or a memorable service. But hold on to your money for now. Inasmuch as tipping feels good to the soul, it may do more harm than good. Not all countries appreciate it. The last thing you’d want during a trip is to find … [Read more...]
New Brunswick, Canada Invites Travelers to Tackle Winter Head-On
Five Reasons to #ExploreNB this Snow Season NEW BRUNSWICK (January 2017) – With the highest snowfall in the Canadian Maritimes, winter in New Brunswick delivers a number of reasons for travelers to come out of hibernation and enjoy the province’s cold weather culture. From snow-filled outdoor adventures to festivals, here are just five ways to discover real winter in New Brunswick. Winter Glamping Ridgeback Lodge, located less than … [Read more...]
Je Me Souviens Quebec / I Remember Quebec
“Quebec is the most beautiful city in North America I’ve seen.” – Sebastian Bach Leaving aside that Sebastian has quite clearly never been to Puebla, Mexico, I am inclined to agree with him. Quebec, indeed, is a most fanciful city, romantically trapped in an era long gone and full of Old World charm. I first visited it on a day trip from Montreal with my dad fifteen years ago. Dare I steal Quebec’s honored motto of “Je me souviens” (I … [Read more...]
Pow Wow of the Northern Cree
"Under the reflection of the northern lights, we see the head of Ciiwetinustikwaan, the man of the north." - saying of the Northern Cree After days of adventure travel in the Saguenay-Lac-St Jean area come to a close, I let my fingers meander across the map to find my next would-be destination. This is actually one my of favorite activities: simply pick a remote location on a map and make my way there, never really knowing what I’ll find. I … [Read more...]
Belize: a Natural Underwater Beauty
When you're looking for gorgeous places to scuba dive, Belize should be at the top of your list. With a low human population, an abundance of terrestrial and marine species and diverse ecosystems, Belize is the ideal place to indulge in some adventurous travel. When it comes to scuba diving, though, Belize really shines. A large percentage of its territorial waters are protected, which means that the natural beauty of its coral reefs and the … [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...]
Adventure Travel in Quebec
“Blessed are the curious, for they shall have adventure.” I admit I only know a little about Quebec, that francophone region located right in the heart of North America. I am aware that it is Canada’s second largest (and second-most populous) province. And that 90% of its population lives within just a couple of hours of the border with the United States. But what about the other 10%? Where and how do they live? What’s there to do beyond … [Read more...]
Atlantic Canada Delivers Foliage, Flavor and Festivals Aplenty this Fall
ATLANTIC CANADA (September 2017) – As summer gives way to crisp autumn air, the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, and Prince Edward Island offer more than breathtaking horizons of gold, crimson and amber leaves. This fall, travelers to coastal region of Atlantic Canada will find fewer crowds, lower rates and a variety of festivals, culinary indulgences and experiences that deliver more than simply … [Read more...]
Conquering the Iron Road of Saguenay
"Abdul! Are you enjoying the views," he asks me in his thick, Quebecois accent. "I'm trying not to!" I bark back at him, just barely managing not to suppress a barrage of foul language. Cedric, my guide, watches on in amusement, a thick smirk covers his unshaven face. I'm balancing on the narrow beams of a hanging bridge, 85 meters long but only 20 cm wide, some 150 meters above Saguenay fjord (280 feet, 8 inches and 500 feet, respectively). The … [Read more...]
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