Whistler, B.C. – Cornucopia, Whistler's annual celebration of food and drink, returns for its 26th year this November 2022. Blending Signature Events with fresh experiences, this year's festival will immerse attendees in Whistler's thriving culinary scene. With 11-days of robust back to back programming from November 10-20, and new events and experiences November 4-6 and 25-27, there will be more opportunities than ever to open your … [Read more...]
La Carmina – Blogger, Author, Journalist and TV Host
La Carmina is a multi-talented lifestyle blogger, TV host and an author of 4 books including the upcoming “The Little Book of Satanism: A Guide to Satanic History, Culture, and Wisdom,” published by Simon & Schuster on October 25, 2022. I recently managed to get hold of her and asked her a couple questions. Q. You started as a blogger and slowly moved towards becoming an author and TV host. What has your journey been like to get to where … [Read more...]
Tucked Away Travel Destinations for When You Need an Escape
For many of us, the thought of getting as far away as possible from everyone and everything sounds like utter bliss. If you are looking for tucked-away travel destinations, keep reading for inspiration to fuel your wanderlust. When you need an escape away from the crowds, we are confident that one of these will be just the ticket. Storm watching in Tofino Tofino is a quaint fishing village on the west coast of Vancouver Island with a … [Read more...]
The Best Casinos in Canada to Visit 2021 Year
When top attractions and countries that offer the latest and the best to their visitors are mentioned, Canada is a good choice. It is also one of the most popular destinations for casino-loving tourists. It is indisputable that it is home to many iconic land-based casinos with the best facilities that gamers seek. It receives approximately 25 million visitors per year. The Canadian casino industry builds and supports the casinos, enabling … [Read more...]
What Are the World’s Best Wine Festivals?
For wine lovers with a sense of adventure, traveling to a wine festival is a great way of exploring the world. These events offer a unique way to sample the best wines while discovering new places and traditions. The following are some of the best festivals that you might like to sample on your travels. The Vancouver International Wine Festival This is described on the official site as being “Canada’s Premier Food and wine event”. … [Read more...]
The Things You Carry, the Things You Leave Behind
When I was 16, I hitchhiked with my older brother from Los Angeles to Vancouver. Being lean and hungry types, we knew we needed fortification for the long journey. So it made perfect sense that we’d load our backpacks—already substantial, with their sturdy wood and metal frames—with canned foods of every type. Chili, fruit cocktail, soup. That one of the laden backpacks now weighed about as much as a sports car wasn’t that daunting until a day or … [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...]
10 Inspirational Travel Instagram Accounts Worth Following
This wonderful planet features a diversity of inspirational and beautiful places. Some travelers have been able to create careers out of exploring a range of often niche experiences or locations. For them, travel is a passion and certainly a huge part of their lifestyles. And in deciding which accounts to feature here, I started pondering - what would Ansel Adams or more recently, Galen Rowell think about the incredible amount of digital … [Read more...]
A Teacher’s Story: My Gaijin Experience In Japan
I’ve always had a curiosity about life outside of the United States. Geography was my favorite subject as a child. I first heard of Japan in the fourth grade when my teacher would go on xenophobic rants about how the Japanese were determined to take over the world and eventually own America. Due to circumstances, I would have to wait until my mid-twenties before going abroad. One day, my life took a drastic turn. My first serious relationship … [Read more...]
Lake Louise, Alberta – July 2018
Lake Louise is one of the planet's most inspirational natural destinations. The lake changes colors - dramatically so, depending on the time of day, how much light there is and or cloud cover. This glacially fed lake contains the most awe inspiring shades of aquamarines, blues and other colors. The jagged glacier and snow covered mountains are reflected in its waters on clear days. A trail leads around the side of the lake - walk as long or as … [Read more...]
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