A Weekend in LA – Things to do in the City of Angels
byLos Angeles has become synonymous with glitz and glamour, and for a good reason. With the Hollywood sign welcoming visitors to “The City of…
North America
A Weekend in Whitehorse – What to See, Do, Eat and Drink
byWhitehorse, the tiny capital of the Yukon, is one of Canada’s most northernly cites. Located a short two-hour twenty-minute flight north of Vancouver, it…
Where to Find the Raptors Murals in Toronto
byWith a recent lengthy layover in Toronto, I decided to head into the city and pay my respects to the newly crowned NBA champs,…
Looking for The Best Sushi in Vancouver? Here’s One Sushi Loving Local’s Take.
byVancouver is home to some of the best sushi restaurants in the world, and this isn’t me playing favourites as I call Vancouver home….
Following the Steps of Celebrities Who Visited Cuba
byCuba is an amazing destination for your next vacation. It has a great deal to offer to tourists. In fact, it’s a beloved retreat…
Three Great Day Trips from Ottawa Ontario To Try This Summer
byCanada’s capital city is home to the National Gallery, the Canada Science and Technology Museum, and Parliament Hill. Its canals become famous skating rinks…
Dim Sum and Diversity – Why A Wok Around Chinatown is The Best Food Tour in Vancouver
bySeemingly overnight, Vancouver has seen a rise in food tour offerings. While this is amazing as the food in the city certainly needs to…
Geeking out at the Computer History Museum, Silicon Valley, California
byNestled amongst the tech giant HQ’s in Silicon Valley you will find, fittingly, the Computer History Museum. This quirky and nerdy museum is an…
A DINKS Guide on How Not to do Disneyland
byFor any child, visiting Disneyland is a magical experience. Where else can you see your favourite cartoon characters come to life in the most…
What Makes Visiting Universal Studios Hollywood so Hollywood?
byWhat makes visiting Universal Studios Hollywood so Hollywood? It may sound like a simple enough question however if you have been to Universal Studios…
What to do in St. John’s Newfoundland When the Fog Rolls in…and Won’t Leave.
byEver since I fell in love with Newfoundland in 2006 I have longed for my return. So much so that I just used the…
9.5 Courtyard by Marriott Prince George Review – A Diamond in the PG’s Rough
byWhile bouncing around Northern British Columbia on an extensive road trip I had the pleasure of staying at the brand new Courtyard by Marriott…
Visiting Hopewell Rocks – The Highest of Highs and Lowest of Lows
byThe whole province of New Brunswick sits above the Bay of Fundy, home to the worlds highest tides. Experiencing these tides is a sight…
7 Aurora Facts You Should Know Before You Go and See the Northern Lights
byThe Northern Lights are a natural phenomena that have been dazzling people since the earliest times. Viewing these breathtaking displays of lights should be…
5 REASONS WHY BUMBERSHOOT MIGHT BE YOUR THING
byEach Labour Day weekend since 1971 Seattle has been hosting one of the most accessible arts and entertainment festivals in the Pacific Northwest. Smack…
VIA Rail’s The Canadian Train Review: An Unbiassed Experience
byTravelling across Canada by train has long been on my bucket list. What better way to experience just how big and diverse my home…
10 Things VIA Rail Doesn’t Tell You About “The Canadian”
byLast 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…
My Favourite Montréal Must Eat Dishes and Where to Find Them
byMontréal 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…
A Weekend in Savannah, Georgia – What to See, Do, and Eat
byThere are few cities in North America that boast Southern charm and character like Savannah, Georgia. From its many laid-back city squares to its…
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…
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…