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…
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I Spent Just $5,500 on 65 Flights Over a Year. This is How I Did it.
byOne of the most common questions I receive about my travels isn’t about a specific place or activity, rather what it cost to get…
Getting to the Source of Vancouver’s Rise to Beertopia with Vancouver Brewery Tours
byCurious what makes Vancouver beer scene so great? Come along as I search for answers with Vancouver Brewery Tours. It didn’t take me long…
Etiquette Tips for South African Wine Routes
bySouth African wines are amongst the finest in the world. If you are lucky enough to be visiting this great country you should consider…
5 Reasons why I will Return to Ireland
byI hate to backtrack. This has been well documented over my years of travel. As time goes on and the number of countries I…
Why Air Canada Leaving Aeroplan may not be a Bad Thing
byBy now I’m sure you have heard the surprising news that Air Canada is pulling out of Aeroplan, the very reward program it founded…
My Crete Road Trip & why I will Never Drive in Greece again
byWhat was supposed to be a laid-back day checking out ancient olive orchards and Greek ruins turned into one of the most stressful days…
Down the Danube | Viking River Cruise Highlights from Port to Port
byThe “Blue Danube” is Europe’s second-largest river and therefore, one of its most significant. For centuries it has connected different cultures and has provided…
5 Reasons to Visit Yellowknife in the Fall
byWhen a visitors center member says, “Don’t visit in the fall,” you know something isn’t right. I was told that on my recent trip…
Top 5 British Caravan Getaways
byWhilst planning your getaway this year, have you considered a British vacation in a caravan? It’s the perfect way to explore the spectacular districts…
Bose QuietComfort 25 Review – My New Favourite Carry On
byNoise canceling headphones are a great gift for any frequent flyer. As I found in my Bose QuietComfort 25 review, these great travel companions can…
7 Global Trends that Prove we are not so Different after all
byDuring my 14-month tour around the world, I kept noticing the same trends no matter where I went. This caught me by surprise, but…
Searching for Life in DEdmonton, Alberta’s Capital of Boring
byIt’s pretty easy to put Edmonton down. It’s cold in the winter and covered in mosquitoes in the summer. The seasons in between can…
7 Questions To Avoid When Thinking About Long Term Travel
byDeciding to travel around the world for an extensive period is an up hill battle. For most it is a fight that is given…
My Very Worst Travel Goofs and how you can Avoid Them
byLet’s get something straight. I have had my share of travel goofs. Just because I have travelled for a living doesn’t mean I am…
Staying Weird in Portland – Inn at Northrup Station Review
byPortland is my favorite city in the United States for several reasons. Portlanders are laid-back, the beer is plentiful, the coffee is on point,…
Olympus E–PL8 Review – The Best Camera for Travel Ever?
byI credit much of my blog success to the Olympus E-PL5. This compact camera was key in taking me from point-and-shoot to semi-professional picture…
Good to Know – Visa Information for U.S. Travelers in Europe
byQuestions about Visa Information for U.S. Travelers? Read on. In general, travelling through Europe is incredibly hassle-free. With excellent train systems connecting multiple countries,…
Where to Stay Outside of the French Quarter – Drury Inn & Suites New Orleans Review
byNew Orleans is one of the most popular party towns in North America, and it shows. On my last visit I stayed at the Sheraton, a…
New Year’s Resolutions for a Travel Blogger – Looking Back and Ahead
byAlthough I have been documenting my travels through this blog for over a decade (a decade!), I didn’t take it seriously until 2013. At…
7 Reasons I Fell for Antigua Hard
byIn case you couldn’t tell from my overly gushing posts, I really, really, loved my time in Guatemala. I found the people warm, the…
5 Unique European Christmas Markets that will Make you Festive
byChristmas time in Europe is truly magical. From hot wine and sausages to giant fruitcakes, Europeans do Christmas right. The best way to experience…
The Best Beach Destinations in Thailand
byLocated in Southeast Asia, the Kingdom of Thailand is one of the hottest exotic destinations globetrotters from all over the world love to visit. It…
5 Very Japanese Things To Do In Japan
byWith its mix of ancient traditions and modern life, Japan is many things. Of those things, quirky tops the list. Surprised? Japan did bring us…
Touring the Baltics in Style – Lux Express Review
byWhile hopping my way through Europe I found that flying was almost always cheaper than taking the train. $20 to Norway? $15 dollars to…