Mercure Maldives Kooddoo Resort Review – The Best Value in The Maldives?
byWith my recent trip to India and Sri Lanka came a once-in-a-lifetime visit to the Maldives. With that, a chance to stay in an…
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5 Great Ways to Earn Aeroplan Miles Fast
byTaking advantage of those “too-good-to-be-true” flights for a pittance requires a decent cache of Aeroplan miles. Whether it’s for an adventurous “mini-RTW” (mini-Round-The-World) or…
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…
This Life in Trips 2019 – The Year I Embrace Part Time Travel
byAs hinted in my 2018 travel recap, 2019 will bring some changes to this site and my travel lifestyle. For the first time in…
This Life in Trips 2018 in Travel – Looking Back and Ahead
byIt’s that time a year again! The time we all compile our top nine Instagram photos, look back at the cool things we’ve done,…
A Day Trip Visiting Strasbourg – The French Town that Thinks it’s German
byOn the northeast border of France and Germany lies one of the most peculiar towns I have ever had the pleasure of visiting –…
Geeking out at the Computer History Museum, Silicon Valley, California
byNestled amongst the tech giant HQs in Silicon Valley you will find, fittingly, the Computer History Museum. This quirky and nerdy museum is an…
Aeroplan Mini RTW Examples | This Life in Trips
byFor all the frustrations Aeroplan brings with its lack of availability and surprise fees, it is still by far my favourite rewards program. Why?…
LAX Tom Bradley International Terminal OneWorld Lounge Review
byWith a panic upgrade to Norwegian Premium Economy on my flight from LAX to London came lounge access and the opportunity for this LAX…
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…
This Life in Trips is Heading to India! Here’s What’s on Tap
byHeading to India has long been on my travel bucket list. I had planned to tour India while travelling for 14 months straight, however, the stars did…
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…
Is Norwegian Airlines Premium Class Worth the Upgrade? Let’s find out
byOn my last trip across the pond, I chose to fly Norwegian Airlines for the simple fact that it was the cheapest option. I…
Super Bock Casa da Cerveja Tour Review
byAlthough known for its port wine, Porto is also home to the nations largest brewery – Super Bock. I only came to realize this…
Copenhagen Airport SAS CPH Lounge Review
byOn my last trip to Copenhagen, I gave myself plenty of time on my departure for a SAS CPH lounge review. Turns out due…
Mykonos on a Budget
byBeautiful whitewashed buildings, fancy restaurants overlooking a shimmering harbour, immaculate beaches with drink delivery services — Mykonos doesn’t exactly scream “budget travel.” However, Greece’s…
Visiting Carlsberg Brewery: Denmark’s Beer Giant
byVisiting Carlsberg Brewery was high on my list of things to do while spending 72 hours in Copenhagen. If you haven’t noticed by now,…
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…
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…
Why You Should Take a Guided Tour of Australia (Yes Australia)
byAustralia. A land so big it is both a country and a continent. It is full of wonderfully unique things to see and do…
Understanding the Copenhagen Food Scene in the most Copenhagen way Possible
byWith a little help from Foods of Copenhagen food tours and a lot of delicious eats along the way, I got a better understanding…
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…
The Presidential Train Review – The World’s Finest Foodie Train
byPortugal’s historic Douro Valley is known the world over for its riverside vineyards and the wine that comes from them. Pair that with local…
Where to Stay in Porto – 7G Roaster Apartments Review
byMy recent (and amazing) trip to Porto almost didn’t happen. My travel partner cancelled last minute, leaving me to decide if I wanted to…
Best Way to See Iceland – Self-Drive or Tour Guide?
byIceland is a unique country for many reasons. It has glaciers, volcanoes, hot springs, horses, and one hell of a hot dog. Yes, the…