Where to Stay in Porto – 7G Roaster Apartments Review
My recent (and amazing) trip to Porto almost didn’t happen. My travel partner cancelled last minute, leaving me to decide if I wanted to…
Hi, I’m Shaun; lover of memorable experiences, great food, and overall awesome times. I live to travel and aim to measure my life by the experiences gained through it. This Life in Trips is a collection of those experiences as well as a place to inspire and educate others who are looking to find more out of life.
My recent (and amazing) trip to Porto almost didn’t happen. My travel partner cancelled last minute, leaving me to decide if I wanted to…
On my last trip to Ireland, I decided to give Tep Wireless a go for my roaming cellular data needs. The results were mixed,…
Each Labour Day weekend since 1971 Seattle has been hosting one of the most accessible arts and entertainment festivals in the Pacific Northwest. Smack…
Travelling across Canada by train has long been on my bucket list. What better way to experience just how big and diverse my home…
With unknown changes to Aeroplan on the way thanks to Air Canada leaving the program, nervous collectors are looking to cash in their points…
Last summer I took a train trip so incredibly Canadian they named the journey after it. VIA Rail’s The Canadian train is the train passenger…
Montréal is a lot of things. It’s French, it’s English, it’s stylish, it’s historic. To me, above all else, Montréal is delicious. With its…
With my road trip around Ireland cut short by a day because of one letter, my plans of touring the countryside had to be…
This past year I decided to open up about life on the road. Less luxury hotel reviews and more about the mad panic getting…
Can someone please tell me what a wax figure of Taylor Swift has to do with one of Canada’s Seven Wonders? How about an alien-themed…
2017 marked Canada’s 150th birthday and because of that, saw me do some very Canadian things. I road tripped around the Maritimes, drank a…
In the historic Railhouse Park and in the shadow of the CN Tower you will find the home of Toronto’s favourite premium Pilsner –…
Up until June of 2015, the only way to get from YYZ to downtown Toronto was by taxi or transit. Today, a cab from…
Travel photography has become an integral part of exploring the world. Thanks to social media, sharing those explorations has become equally important. Regardless of…
Have you ever visited a place a handful of times only to later discover that you had barely discovered it at all? For me,…
Australia is a big beautiful country packed with amazing natural wonders and cosmopolitan charm. Unfortunately, like most places, it also has its share of…
With loads of recognizable landmarks, miles of shoreline paths, and one scary looking clown, seeing Sydney by foot is a treat. This extremely walkable…
New Orleans and alcohol go together like a hurricane and a headache. It is one of North America’s most popular bachelor party locations, and…
New Orleans history of French, Spanish, and Caribbean influences is best summed up in its food. Bold Cajun and Creole flavors have made New…
As noted in my 5 tips on surviving Universal Studios, this theme park is massive and needs to be navigated with thought. What I…
Of all the lobsters I consumed during my two weeks touring the Canadian Maritime provinces, Shediac, New Brunswick, takes the crustacean cake. This small…
Viking does cruising right. Along with amazing guest services and comfort above all else, tours are included as is beer and wine during meal service. …
Each month on this website I feature a favourite country, city, or region of mine. Alongside this destination of the month comes posts, highlights,…
Japan has its share of quirky things to see and do. From sumo wrestlers yelling at babies to Cosplay, Japan has no shortage of…
Quietly tucked away in the hills of New Brunswick’s Kingston Peninsula sits one of Canada’s most unique accommodation experiences, the Ridgeback Lodge. With its…