Visiting Sleeping Giant Provincial Park – What to See and Do
Jetting 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…
Vancouver Maple Leaf Lounge Review – YVR International Departures
With the announcement that Air Canada is re-opening some of its lounges, I thought I would look back at my time enjoying them. Read on…
10 Awesome Things To Do in Thunder Bay, Ontario
Looking for things to do in Thunder Bay, Ontario? Read on for a great list of sights, activities, and eats in the “Canadian Lakehead.”…
Hiking the Sleeping Giant – Northern Ontario’s Most Rewarding Climb
Hiking the Sleeping Giant will, undoubtedly, leave you breathless. Whether it’s from the sweeping views 600 feet above Lake Superior or the gruelling climb…
The World’s Most Interesting and Creative Crosswalks
Visiting 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
Just before Covid-19 turned the travel world upside down, I had the opportunity to check of the YVR Plaza Premium Lounge in the US…
Visiting Percé Quebec
At 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
Winter blues and cabin fever has set in for me so I am searching my archive for a little warmth. I found just that…
A Gaspé Road Trip – What to See, Do, Eat and Drink
A Gaspé road trip has long been on my travel bucket list. When I first saw an image of Percé Rock jetting out into…
This Life in Trips 2020 Travel Review and Look Ahead
Well, that was a year for the books! From a global pandemic to bringing social injustice to light, 2020 was rough. Not even remotely…
Going to a Golden Knights Hockey Game in Las Vegas? Read These Tips First.
With the NHL finally confirming there will be a season, I thought it would be good to look back on my time going to…
AMEX Centurion Lounge Las Vegas Review
With an 11:50 PM departure from Las Vegas and too much money lost at the blackjack tables, I opted to head to the airport…
5 Interesting Places to Visit in Sri Lanka
Known as the gem of the Indian Ocean, Sri Lanka is a beautiful destination. With amazing landscapes and great adventures opportunities, it has much…
Review: Air Canada 787-9 Business Class | YVR – YYZ
On 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
On 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
Although 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.
The 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…
Hotel Château Laurier Review – Close to the Sights. Away From the Crowds
During my three days in Quebec City, I walked everywhere. From battlefields to city walls over 300 years old, I covered it all. Yes,…
3 Days in Quebec City – What to See, Do, and Eat
Quebec City is about as unique of a destination as you can find in Canada, if not North America. Where else can you stroll…
What It’s Like to Fly Across Canada During the Pandemic?
After 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
In my last post, I highlighted the positives with 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
After 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.
Thanks 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…
150% BONUS MILES! – THE SUMMER OF AEROPLAN CONTINUES!
The Aeroplan bonus miles keep coming! Here’s the latest offer and why I think this truly has been the summer of Aeroplan. What’s the…
What is a Workation? I Went to Whistler to Find Out
Like many, my workday routine has become incredibly mundane. With local travel restrictions starting to lift, I was eager for a change in scenery….