Rocky Mountaineer, a luxury train through the Rocky Mountains and western Canada, is a uniquely Canadian experience. Here’s why. FYI: I’m a Rocky Mountaineer brand ambassador, but my opinions and love for all things Canadian are my own. A unique Canadian trip What makes Canada unique? Besides monumental scenery, fascinating indigenous cultures, farm-and-stream fresh […]
Rocky Mountaineer packages and tours, how to choose the right one
There are so many Rocky Mountaineer packages, side trips and excursions to choose from in addition to the train journey itself, so how do you narrow it down? Here’s a guide that breaks the process down into 5 easy steps and helps you choose the package that’s right for you. Just FYI: I’m a […]
Galapagos cruise review of the Santa Cruz II
If you’re planning a cruise to the Galapagos Islands, the ship you choose makes all the difference. Size, itinerary, service and amenities come into play. I was a guest on the Santa Cruz II, a 90-passenger ship owned by Metropolitan Touring. Here is my Galapagos cruise review. What you’ll find in this review Galapagos […]
Galapagos Islands animals
Galapagos Islands animals are like nothing else on earth. The wildlife sightings you’ll experience in this remote archipelago can transform your trip into an exceptional expedition. Here are some of the fascinating encounters I had on a cruise to the Galapagos as a guest of Metropolitan Touring on the Santa Cruz II. Galapagos Islands […]
Best way to tour Versailles
The 18th-century Palace of Versailles is one of the most famous attractions in France. It’s also known as the Château de Versailles, or Versailles Castle, because a place this grand can’t have too many names. So how do you tackle something this legendary? With snippets of history and a 90-minute tour. Here is the best way to tour […]
Canadian Rockies train journeys: Rocky Mountaineer destinations
Canadian Rockies train journeys are not just about where you go, they’re about where you stop. As a Rocky Mountaineer brand ambassador, I’ve had plenty of experience. If you’re thinking of taking this luxury train through the rockies, here are some of the top Rocky Mountaineer destinations in Canada. Disclosure: As a Rocky Mountaineer […]
Game of Thrones Ireland, Winterfell tour
If you’re a GOT fan, I’m sure you’ll agree Winterfell is one of the coolest settings of all. If you’re interested in Game of Thrones Ireland film locations, you can easily do a Winterfell tour at Castle Ward for yourself. It’s just 40 minutes from Belfast, so read on to learn about my experience and […]
Rocky Mountaineer train review – Vancouver to Jasper
A visit to the Canadian Rockies is one of those top life experiences not to be missed, especially if you travel by rail. Here is my Rocky Mountaineer train review from Vancouver to Jasper on the Journey through the Clouds route. Disclosure: As a Rocky Mountaineer brand ambassador, I was hosted on this trip. All opinions, weird […]
Best Cu Chi Tunnels Tour: day trips from Saigon by riverboat and cycling
If you’re searching for the best Cu Chi Tunnels tour from Ho Chi Minh City, consider a speedboat, cycling and tunnel tour with Les Rives and their partner Grasshopper Adventures. If you like active travel, it’s one of the top day trips from Saigon you can do. For my experience read on. For how-to’s and […]
Christmas in the Loire Valley chateaux
If there is one place that does the festive season right, it’s the Loire Valley of France. Here’s a quick rundown of how Christmas in the Loire Valley chateaux is celebrated. Christmas in the Loire Valley chateaux There are two ways you could look at spending Christmas visiting Loire Valley chateaus. One, it will absolutely ruin your […]
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