FLORIDA SERIES – First stop, Crystal River See below for some ideas on where to EAT, PLAY, CHILL and STAY in this “small town done right!” I loved that this was my first stop after a long day of travel. I could feel my shoulders drop and smile widen. I love me a small town! […]
I embarked on a 12-day solo adventure that would take me through regions in Florida that I had not yet explored. After collecting my rental car, I set off to uncover the serene and often overlooked treasures of Crystal River, Central Florida (Polk County), DeLand, Tarpon Springs, and back to Tampa Bay, where I flew […]
Paris. You ride a bike along a narrow boulevard with aged buildings to your sides. A soft breeze blows over you and you feel the sun on your skin. The smell of freshly baked bread from a nearby bakery wafts past you. You decide to stop to investigate, and end up having the best croissants […]
Anyone who’s traveled will tell you that compared to everyday life, there’s definitely something about travel that makes you feel better. Even when you’re waiting for a train on a dreary day or sitting cramped between two strangers on a plane, the fact that you are going somewhere new, beautiful, and interesting, can leave even […]
For those of us who have immigrant parents, we have (repeatedly) heard their ‘coming to a new country’ story with $5 in their pockets. And, how they left behind the only life they knew hoping to find a better one. Here’s How! Well, Leon Logothetis left a life of luxury in London, England behind to […]
Working in the travel industry grants me unique access and insights into the latest trends. I recently traveled back to NYC to watch Ariana Madix from “Vanderpump Rules” perform as the iconic Roxy Hart. By the end of this review of ‘Chicago,’ I will provide a resource to help ensure you have the best possible […]
Welcome to Brazil, a land of vibrant culture and breathtaking natural wonders. Embark on an unforgettable journey filled with unique attractions that captivate the senses. Dive into the Amazon Rainforest, the world’s largest tropical rainforest, teeming with diverse wildlife and indigenous cultures. Explore the otherworldly landscapes of Lençóis Maranhenses National Park, where vast expanses of […]
Imagine a spot in the Pacific Ocean so remote that the closest humans to it are on the International Space Station. If you are adventurous enough to travel to remote places – read on! There’s an Earthly locale so isolated that its closest neighbors are astronauts – Point Nemo However, it’s not the coziest place, […]
What’s on your bucket list? In Japan, there’s a special island with a unique beach that brings together both snow and sand. This special beach is part of the San’in Kaigan Geopark, which was recognized as a Japanese Geopark in 2008 and a UNESCO Global Geopark in 2010. It’s over on the west side of […]
From ancient temples and time-honoured art forms to cutting-edge art installations, my journey through Ishikawa Prefecture of Japan was a harmonious blend of the old and new. Every corner of Ishikawa whispered stories of the past while eagerly embracing the future amidst landscapes that spoke of a deep, inherent respect for the land. As I […]
GET YOUR ADVENTURE ON BIKE RIDE – Take a tour (see below) or build your own adventure. Toronto Island Trail (5.5 km) Martin Goodman Trail (56 km ends at the Rouge River) Tommy Thompson Trail (only open on weekends) Lower Don Trail (10km) Humber River Trail (30km ends at Lake Ontario) CLICK HERE FOR ADDITIONAL […]