Bahrain Layover – Covering The Country Tip-to-Tip in Just 24 Hours
byFrom the Tree of Life to celebrating Ramadan with locals, here are my takeaways from an eventful Bahrain layover. If you’ve been following along,…
Reviews
My take on Travel gear, Accommodations, Excursions, and Attractions.
Elevation WestJet Lounge Calgary Airport Review
byAfter a rushed check-in and lounge experience in Paris, my brother Scott had 11 hours of relaxation onboard WestJet’s 787 Dreamliner. With one flight…
WestJet Dreamliner Business Class Review: Paris to Calgary
byWestjet Dreamliner Business Class – Solid Value, but fix your Paris problems. After two years of working almost every single day in the land…
Vancouver Maple Leaf Lounge Review – YVR International Departures
byWith 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…
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Air Canada 777 Business Class Review – Vancouver to Cancun
byWith a short notice trip across Canada came last-minute prices that had me looking at using points instead. Aeroplan options weren’t much better leaving…
Carry-On Only Travel Tips – How To Pack Light For Long Trips
byPack light and pack right with these carry on only travel tips. Over the last few years, I have become accustomed to carry-on only…
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Etihad Business Class Review: A350-1000 Istanbul to Abu Dhabi
byFrom a cabin crew discussing orgies to a less-than-perfect check-in experience, my Etihad business class review got off to a turbulent start. Of all…
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Review: Turkish Airlines Business Class 787-9 PTY to IST
byWhat’s it really like onboard Turkish Airlines Business Class 787-9? When Turkish Airlines announced they were flying their brand new 787–9 direct to Vancouver,…
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Copa Club Lounge Review – Panama City Airport (PTY)
byAfter spending a day touring Panama City and its famous Canal, I was back at the Tocumen International Airport for a Turkish Air flight…
Panama City Layover Tour – What to See & Do When Passing Through
byThe Panama Canal is an engineering marvel and an important passage that affects 6% of the world’s commerce. Seeing this historic lock system in…
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Copa Airlines Business Class Review – Is it Worth The Upgrade?
byOn my first international trip in 2+ years, I got the chance to try out several new (and new to me) lounges and airline…
The Silver Islet General Store Is Turing 150 Again. Here’s Why It Matters.
bySubmerged off the tip of the Sibley Peninsula in Northwest Ontario lay one of Canada‘s most prosperous mine shafts. Although washed away by Lake…
Calgary Maple Leaf Lounge Review – YYC Domestic Departures
byAfter a successful redemption of Air Canada’s eUpgrades between YYC and YVR, I got access to the Calgary Maple Leaf Lounge. This was my…
What’s the Best Travel Blogging Camera for 2022? – My Camera Kit Review
byAre you searching for the best travel blogging camera? Here’s my take along with a rundown of my new camera kit lenses and accessories….
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Delta Hotel Thunder Bay Review – Where to Stay in Thunder Bay
bySmack dab in the middle of the rejuvenated Prince Arthur’s Landing is the new Delta Hotel Thunder Bay. This beacon stands as a testament…
Climbing Mount McKay – Thunder Bay’s Thunder Mountain
byThunder Bay may be known for the Sleeping Giant, however, comparable views can be found closer to home and with a fraction of the…
Visiting the Canadian Aviation and Space Museum in Ottawa
byCanada‘s contribution to the world of aviation is both interesting and significant. There’s no better place to take it all in in the Canadian…
A Guide to Thunder Bay Restaurants, Food, & Drink
byAre you searching for the best Thunder Bay restaurants and food? I ate my way from Neebing to Silver Islet and have highlighted my…
Going to a Saskatchewan Roughriders Game in Regina? Read These Tips First.
byGoing to Saskatchewan Roughriders game at Mosaic Stadium has long been on my Canadian bucket list. This past fall I happily ticked it off….
Alt Hotel Saskatoon Review – Sundown in the Paris of the Prairies
byPerched on the banks of the South Saskatchewan river sits Saskatoon‘s best new hotel. The Alt Saskatoon is the perfect mix of modern design…
Visiting the Very First Tim Hortons – Canada’s Favourite Coffee Shop
byThe very first Starbucks in Seattle draws thousands of visitors per year. Every time I walk by I question why. Lineups are long and…
Black Rock Resort Review, Ucluelet BC – About as West Coast As You Can Get
byPerched above a rocky outcrop on the West Coast of Canada’s Vancouver Island sits one of the most unique hotels in the country. Set…
Chicago’s First Lady Architecture River Cruise Review
byAre you thinking about taking a Chicago River cruise but not sure which company to go with? Interested in Chicago’s architecture and the stories…
YVR Plaza Premium Lounge Review
byOn the first leg of my trip to Africa this past Spring I got the opportunity to check out the revamped YVR Plaza Premium…
Review: Air Canada 787-9 Business Class | YVR – YYZ
byOn 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…