Mexico’s Caribbean coast has become Mexico and Latin America’s most popular vacation playground. Visitors from around the world have validated coastal Quintana Roo State as one of the hemisphere’s most successful tourism regions, hosting 4.4 million tourists in 2014. Riviera Maya is accessible, safe, adventurous, culturally remarkable and scenically stunning. Riviera Maya contains an explosion […]
Puerto Vallarta is located in the Bay of Banderas, in the state of Jalisco on Mexico’s Pacific Coast. Well known for its magnificent bay, one of the largest and deepest in the world, and the careful preservation of its authentic Mexican traditions and historic center, the Puerto Vallarta area features 25 miles of coastline and […]
Montana’s Glacier Country is home to millions of acres of terrain that encompass stunning natural wonders like the jagged peaks of the Bitterroot Mountains, the clear waters of Flathead Lake—the largest freshwater lake in the West—and the Crown of the Continent, Glacier National Park. This corner of Montana is home to more than 300,000 residents […]
Chicago, Illinois’ balance of friendly Midwestern charm and cosmopolitan character can make even the most distant traveler feel embraced as one of the locals. With its rich history and vibrant modernity, it’s no surprise that Chicago is one of the most popular cities in the world. Stretching 237 sq. miles, Chicago is the third largest […]
Welcome to the city that took America to space! Here are the facts: Fourth largest city in the U.S. Diverse and multicultural Accessible and pedestrian friendly neighborhoods Thriving art and culture scene Green and active urban metropolis Amazing culinary variety Houston is an international metropolis, home to 6.5 million residents in its metro area, and […]
San Francisco is known for its scenic beauty, cultural attractions, diverse communities, and world-class cuisine. Measuring 49 square miles, this walk-able city includes landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, Alcatraz and the largest Chinatown in the United States. A stroll of the City’s streets can lead from Union Square to North Beach (San […]
Vancouver is breathtaking. It has the vibe of a cosmopolitan city with a vibrant restaurant, arts and culture and nightlife scene which is nestled amongst the most beautiful natural scenery making it the ideal location for those who want the best of both worlds. Imagine waking up to the view of the North Shore Mountains […]
HEAD TO THE BEACH Blue Flag is a highly respected and recognized international eco-label that works towards sustainable development of beaches and marinas. Blue Flags are awarded to beaches and marinas that meet strict criteria for water quality, environmental education, environmental management, and safety and services. Ontario alone is home to 14 Blue Flag beaches. […]
There is a less-known breed of creator out there, a type as dedicated to travel as they are to their work. They are the expat-preneurs, and their name derives from “expat” (a shortened form of expatriate) and “entrepreneur” the name give to today’s innovative new business minds. But what exactly are expat-preneurs? In essence, they […]
In 1967, the song “San Francisco (Be Sure to Wear Flowers in Your Hair)” by John Phillips of The Mamas & the Papas (sung by Scott McKenzie) was an instant hit and became the official song of the city. Before that, crooner Tony Bennett recorded the song “I Left My Heart in San Francisco” (written […]
I have always marveled at the allure of the Niagara region. As a child, with my extended family, we would pack lunches—enough to feed an army—and embark on summer day trips to Niagara Falls. We would pose along the iron gate with the falls in the background, trek up and down Clifton Hill, and park […]
I recently had the opportunity to spend the day in Hamilton, an industrial city with a few nicknames such as ‘the Hammer,’ ‘Steeltown,’ and ‘the Ambitious City,’ the latter living up to its current status. Hamilton is approximately 40 minutes outside of Toronto. I must admit, I rarely, if ever, venture into Hamilton unless it was […]
