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…
North America
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 “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…
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…
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,…
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 North America’s most popular bachelor party locations, and…
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 of Canada’s most beautiful and unique provinces and one that truly comes alive in the winter. Despite the cold, Quebec…
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…
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 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…
Perfectly Paired – Kingston Food Tours Beer & Bites Review
byAs I discovered during my weekend visit to Kingston Ontario, Canada’s original capital city is surprisingly tasty. With easy access to nearby farms, fresh…
A Peek Inside Canada’s Oldest Prison – Kingston Pen Tour Review
byFor a city that has produced iconic Canadian talents such as Bryan Adams and The Tragically Hip, it’s odd to say that the hottest ticket…
Exploring Victoria’s Food & Drink Scene – A Foodie Weekend in BC’s Capital
by. My home base of Vancouver B.C. is well known as a foodie destination in Canada, if not the world. It is also enjoying…
That time I Realized Ontario is Canada, and Canada is Ontario
byConfession time. I am actually sad to say goodbye to Ontario. I know, I know. How could I be down about leaving Canada’s centre…
V2V Empress Review – This Company Stole From Me!
by*Hello future V2V passengers. Please consider this update to my V2V Empress review before purchasing those tickets! Before you get into this V2V Empress…
150 Very Canadian Ways to Celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday
byCanada 150 may have come and gone but this list is still great to celebrate all things Canda! 50 Canadian Things for Canada 150…