When is the best time to visit France? Put it this way: You’ll find champagne year round and the Eiffel Tower is open in all four seasons, but your experience will change dramatically depending on when you go. To help you plan your trip, here are some things to consider when travelling to France, summer […]
Taking the train from Berlin to Prague
Planning a trip to Europe? Travelling by rail? Here’s everything you need to know about taking the train from Berlin to Prague. The thrill of a train trip in Europe The train station restaurant was so crowded I had to share a table with a young Englishman. “Where are you going?” he asked. “Berlin,” […]
Elephant Hills tented camp in Thailand, an ethical animal experience
Looking for an outdoor adventure in Thailand? Elephant Hills Tented Camp, two hours from Phuket, is an award-winning luxury jungle camp that offers an ethical animal experience in a remote jungle setting. Turns out I’m pretty good with a machete. This comes in handy when preparing a meal for an elephant. I look up […]
Travel advice for Canadian snowbirds
With more than one million retired Canadians leaving Canada each winter, there are plenty of travellers who could use some tips on how to prepare for a lengthy stay outside the country. Here is some helpful travel advice for Canadian snowbirds. Note: This post was done in collaboration with Kanetix.ca, an online insurance comparison […]
Spa La Source in Rawdon, Quebec: a relaxing day trip from Montreal
Spa La Source – La Source Bains Nordiques – just outside Rawdon, Quebec, is a tranquil nordic spa in the heart of nature. If you’re looking for a relaxing day trip from Montreal where you can soak, sit and soothe your muscles, this one-hour drive into the beautiful Lanaudiere region of Quebec will give your mind – and […]
First and Business Class flights for less with Ultimate Class Airfares
Long haul flights in Economy Class can be torturous, but is flying Business Class or First Class ever an affordable luxury? Here’s one way of getting First and Business Class flights for less – with Ultimate Class Airfares. (This post contains sponsored material) An addiction to Business Class Curled up in my flat bed, covered by a […]
Girls weekend getaway – great travel ideas
Planning a trip with your best girlfriend posse? Where do you begin? Here are some fab travel ideas for your next girls weekend getaway. Sometimes girls just want to have fun, right? And sometimes a girls weekend getaway is the most fun of all. But where do you go? This, of course, depends on your idea of […]
Things to do in Narbonne France
There are plenty of things to do in Narbonne, France. This appealing city of 50,000 in the Languedoc Roussillon region of southern France has a Roman heritage, a 13th-century Archbishop’s Palace and makes a great day trip if you’re cruising on the Canal du Midi. Narbonne day trip There’s no way you can see everything […]
The Sting of the Dead Sea, Floating in Ein Bokek
When my friend, Rod, leapt out of the salt water with a blood-curdling screech, I realized that a Dead Sea floating expedition can have some unusual side effects on the body It was dark when I arrived in Ein Bokek along with a small group of travel journalists. I’d come a long way to float in the Dead Sea and […]
Win! Rocky Mountaineer Luxury Train Trip Contest
Win! Don’t you love that word? Luxury! Don’t you love that word, too? You’re going to love this prize as well. As Rocky Mountaineer’s Blog Ambassador this season I’m thrilled to unveil (pause for drum roll …) an Ultimate Rocky Mountaineer Luxury Train Trip Contest sponsored by Rocky Mountaineer. THE CONTEST IS OVER! SCROLL DOWN TO THE CONTEST ENTRY BOX […]
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