It’s hard to find motivation in winter because the 50 shades of grays can really bring us down. Canada has long winters, but that doesn’t mean we should have 4 months of “I don’t want to go outside the cold hurts my face” phase. A well-deserved break is closer and quicker than you think. Just […]
Tired of long lines? Of the same old rides and expensive food? Here are some themes parks you need to visit if you want to to see something new and out of the box. These parks have rides, oh yes, and all sorts of attractions, but you’ll never forget your day there! Theme Parks You’ve Never […]
If you haven’t been to a cat café yet, it’s time to go see what it’s all about. This is a magical place where coffee and cats come together under one roof, where you can lounge on the floor with your favorite feline without ever letting go of your latte. And here’s the good news: […]
Welcome to Ontario’s Apple Country – just 90 minutes north of Toronto. A special place where the moderating effects of Georgian Bay and the Niagara Escarpment create perfect conditions for growing amazing apples – and baking perfect apple pies! Along the western plain of Georgian Bay, adjacent to the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve of the Niagara […]
Tampa Bay is Florida’s hip, historic, urban tourism destination on the Gulf Coast. The Tampa Bay region combines everything people love about Florida – roller coasters, Cuban culture, year-round outdoor activities and waterfront sunsets – in a single destination. Tampa International Airport ranks No. 2 in in the U.S. and No. 5 in the world for customer service with […]
This wonderful post is shared from Planet Blue Adventure, an awesome blog about travel, food, and everything in between! Visit it here for more great content like this. Guest Post by Jennifer Sharp As destinations for gastronomic excellence go, Quebec City has always been high on the list, with its unique blend of both deluxe […]
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 […]
RESTAURANTS (our recommendations) GASTOWN Notturno Italian-inspired cuisine with a focus on seasonal and market-fresh products. Come here for the best cocktail in town. Gringo An 80’s and 90’s inspired inexpensive taco bar. Upbeat, fun, and unfussy. Guilt & Company An atmospheric bar and restaurant with live jazz and swing dancing on Wednesday night. VICTORY SQUARE Gotham […]
This summer, I had the opportunity to visit Pennsylvania. Now one would assume that a jaunt to the city of brotherly love was on my agenda. However, this trip would have me venture to a historically woodsy location nestled amidst 1,500 acres of pristine forest approximately six hours northwest of Philadelphia. A scenic 3.5-hour drive […]
In 2007, documentary filmmaker Doug Prey premiered his film Surfwise at the Toronto International Film Festival. It portrays the inspiring and tumultuous story of the aging surfer, his wife and their nine children who were born, raised and home-schooled in a small camper on beaches across California, Mexico, Hawaii, and Israel. They surfed daily and […]
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 […]
