Visiting Little Manitou Lake – The Dead Sea of Canada
byWith a salinity content three times higher than the ocean, The Dead Sea of Canada lives up to its name. While searching for unique…
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Biking to Victoria From Vancouver – My First Overnight Cycling Trip
byBiking to Victoria from Vancouver has long been on my to-do list. That said, two things have always gotten in the way; international travel…
Booking Aeroplan Flights Under the New System – My Tips and Takeaways
byCurious about booking Aeroplan flights under the new system? Read on my first booking experience since Air Canada took over my favourite reward program….
10 Free-ish Things To Do in Vancouver, Canada
byMy adopted hometown Vancouver consistently ranks as one of the best places to live, and with good reason. From snowcapped mountains to its many…
Two Weeks in New Zealand Quarantine
byWondering what it’s like to experience the government-run and military-ruled New Zealand quarantine? Read on for one Kiwi’s take, pies and all. The Golden…
Chicago’s First Lady Architecture River Cruise Review
byAre you thinking about taking a Chicago River cruise but not sure which company to go with? Interested in Chicago’s architecture and the stories…
3 Days in Chicago – What to See, Do, and Eat in The Windy City
byAre you considering a trip to the Windy City? Read on my 3 days in Chicago including what to see, do, eat and drink….
Visiting Sleeping Giant Provincial Park – What to See and Do
byJetting out from the northwest shore of Lake Superior is one of Ontario‘s not-so-hidden gems, Sleeping Giant Provincial Park. This 244 km² peninsula dominates…
10 Awesome Things To Do in Thunder Bay, Ontario
byLooking for things to do in Thunder Bay, Ontario? Read on for a great list of sights, activities, and eats in the “Canadian Lakehead.”…
The World’s Most Interesting and Creative Crosswalks
byVisiting world-class cities such as New York, London, and Tokyo, crossing the street is something you do, not visit. In these megacities, however, visiting…
YVR Plaza Premium Lounge Review
byOn the first leg of my trip to Africa this past Spring I got the opportunity to check out the revamped YVR Plaza Premium…
Things to Do in Percé Quebec – Highlight of the Gaspé 2024
byAt the very tip of the Gaspé Peninsula, you’ll find one in Canada’s somewhat hidden gem – Percé Quebec. I say somewhat hidden as…
A Photo Walk Along Kuta Beach, Bali
byWinter blues and cabin fever has set in for me so I am searching my archive for a little warmth. I found just that…
Airline Tickets or Airline Points – What is the Better Buy Right Now?
byFlipping between buying airline tickets or airline points right now? I might have a solution. Read on for my Dollar Flight Club Review 2021….
This Life in Trips 2020 Travel Review and Look Ahead
byWell, that was a year for the books! From a global pandemic to bringing social injustice to light, 2020 was rough. Not even remotely…
Review: Air Canada 787-9 Business Class | YVR – YYZ
byOn my first flight since the pandemic started, I got to check out Air Canada’s 787-9 business class. This is something I have been…
Le Germain Québec Hotel Review – Hidden Comfort in Old Quebec
byOn the tail end of my three days in Quebec City, I got to check out Le Germain’s second-ever hotel property. Quietly tucked away…
Five BIG Things to do in Sudbury, Ontario
byAlthough everything may be bigger in Texas, Northern Ontario’s largest city certainly has its share of larger than life treasures. With that in mind,…
CleanCare+: How Air Canada is Navigating Opening its Lounges During the Pandemic.
byThe second coming of the golden age of travel may well have come and gone. Or, at least that’s what I thought. Air Canada’s…
What It’s Like to Fly Across Canada During the Pandemic?
byAfter six months of sitting put, I got on my first plane and flew across the country. As expected, it was weird. Come along…
Air Canada’s New Loyalty Program – 5 Things That Suck About It
byIn my last post, I highlighted the positives of the new Air Canada Aeroplan program. From the ability to pool points to a booking…
Five of the Best Changes to the Air Canada Aeroplan Program
byAfter a couple of confusing years, Aeroplan’s future is finally clear. Come November 8th, the new Air Canada Aeroplan program will be launched and,…
Should I Cancel My Flight or 2020 Travel Plans? Here’s My Take.
byThanks to the current pandemic, back in April I decided to push back my massive 2020 around-the-world trip. I also scaled it back. Instead…
Canada Travel Restrictions To Know Before Hitting The Road
byThanks to the pandemic, travel plans across the globe have been shot. This has many turning their attention to domestic travel. Before you pack…
The Best Way to Tour the Temples in Bagan
byIf you have spent significant time in Asia, chances are you have seen your share of temples. Much like the churches in Europe, after…