5 Things to do in Niagara Falls that are Actually About the Falls
byCan 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…
North America
This Life in Trips’ Top 5 Scenic Routes in the U.S.A.
byThere are few countries that can match the sheer diversity of scenic drives than the United States. From the rugged coastline of the Pacific…
Visiting the Hockey Hall of Fame
by2017 marked Canada’s 150th birthday and because of that, saw me do some very Canadian things. I road tripped around the Maritimes, drank a…
Steam Whistle Brewery Tour Review
byIn the historic Railhouse Park and in the shadow of the CN Tower you will find the home of Toronto’s favourite premium Pilsner –…
Getting from YYZ to Downtown Toronto – UP vs. The Red Rocket
byUp until June of 2015, the only way to get from YYZ to downtown Toronto was by taxi or transit. Today, a cab from…
48 Hours in Toronto: Neighbourhoods to Explore on an Extended Layover
byToronto is a multicultural city with neighbourhoods arranged in honeycomb fashion—pockets next to each other, each one a little different. Toronto doesn’t have one…
A Taste of Victoria Food Tour Review
byWhile exploring Victoria’s food and drink scene I enlisted the help of a local food tour to help me better understand what makes the…
3 Days on Vancouver Island’s Pacific Marine Circle Route
byHave you ever visited a place a handful of times only to later discover that you had barely discovered it at all? For me,…
Moosehead Brewery Tour Review
byWith 2017 being a big year for Canada, I felt the need to see as much of it as possible. Over the year I…
Two days Too Little Visiting Prince Edward Island
byVisiting Prince Edward Island has long been on my travel to-do list. It was one of only two Canadian provinces I had yet to set…
5 things To Do in New Orleans That Do Not Include Booze
byNew Orleans and alcohol go together like a hurricane and a headache. It is one of the most popular bachelor party locations in North…
Where to find NOLA’s Best Eats: A Self-Guided French Quarter Food Tour
byNew Orleans history of French, Spanish, and Caribbean influences is best summed up in its food. Bold Cajun and Creole flavors have made New…
A Surprising Photo Walk Around Universal Studios Florida
byAs noted in my 5 tips on surviving Universal Studios, this theme park is massive and needs to be navigated with thought. What I…
Learning to Lobster the Acadian Way – Shediac Bay Cruises Lobster Tales Review
byOf all the lobsters I consumed during my two weeks touring the Canadian Maritime provinces, Shediac, New Brunswick, takes the crustacean cake. This small…
5 Quebec Road Trips for Wintertime Fun
byQuebec is arguably one Canada’s most beautiful and unique provinces and one that truly comes alive in the winter. Despite the cold, Quebec knows…
10 Ridgeback Lodge Review – This is Glamping in Canada at it’s Best
byQuietly 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…
Exploring Cape Breton in 3 days – Too Much or Too Little Time?
byThe Cabot Trail and Cape Breton have long been on my Canadian road trip bucket list. As my East Coast trip grew near my…
3 Reasons to Visit Cuba Now Before It Changes Forever
byThere are big changes happening in Cuba. It’s always been known as a country that’s resisted encroaching tourism, that has remained authentic and free…
Halifax Highlights in 3 days – What to See, Do, and Eat in Nova Scotia’s Capital
byNova Scotia’s capital city is a hub of business, education, and government services for the Atlantic provinces. It has seen tragedy and triumph and…
Visiting Dawson City, Yukon – Capital of the Klondike
byNo city or town in Canada boasts as much character and quirk quite like Dawson, Yukon. Built on the back of the Klondike Gold…
Discovering Kingston – Food Forward, Beer Loving, and Tragically Hip
byPerched on the north shore of Lake Ontario and guarding over the mouth of the Saint Lawrence River sits one of Canada’s most underrated…
Visiting Pier 21 in Halifax – Now More Than Ever
byOn my recent swing through the Canadian Maritime provinces, no stop was more moving than visiting Pier 21 in Halifax. This historic spot was…
What to Expect at the Spectacular Acadia National Park
byThe United States has many wonderful National Parks that showcase the outstanding natural beauty of the land, but perhaps the finest is the spectacular…
Surviving the Sourtoe Cocktail in Dawson: Canada’s Quirkiest Cocktail
byTo live anywhere as frigid and remote as the Yukon takes a special type of person. A little wild, a lot adventurous, and a…
Visiting the Very First Tim Hortons – Canada’s Favourite Coffee Shop
byThe very first Starbucks in Seattle draws thousands of visitors per year, yet every time I walk by I question why. Lineups are long…