To everyone’s delight, cherry blossoms in Japan are already blooming as families and friends unite for the highly anticipated, centuries-old tradition of hanami (cherry blossom-viewing). The explosion of pale pink petals is a euphoric sight to behold, but did you know there’s more to their splendour than meets the eye? The meaning of cherry blossoms […]
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12 Things to Do in Ottawa Over a Weekend
Ottawa, for me, was such a pleasant surprise. A 4.5-hour drive from Toronto, Canada’s capital city isn’t the boring urban centre as I thought it would be. It’s walkable and picturesque, with the Parliament Buildings … Read more...
Nordik Spa-Nature: a Spa Ottawa Visitors Should Know About
If you haven't heard of or had the blissful pleasure of visiting Nordik Spa-Nature, you, my friend, are missing out. It's the spa Ottawa residents and visitors in the know indulge in for serious R&R therapy because … Read more...
Beyond Halifax: Nova Scotia Road Trip Part 2
I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again: don’t visit Nova Scotia for Halifax alone. This underrated province in Eastern Canada begs to be explored: the Bay of Fundy for whale watching; celebrated wineries; an old town … Read more...
Cape Breton Island: Nova Scotia Road Trip Part 1
For some reason, too many visitors to Nova Scotia limit their stay to Halifax. Sure, it’s an attractive, waterfront city but, after your urban jaunt, I urge you to carve out a few days for Cape Breton Island. A Nova … Read more...
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A Visual Journey Through Stone Town
It began as a passionate, three-day love affair but it wasn't long before I realized I couldn’t leave — must not leave — Stone Town after such a brief brush with magic. Then, as if by involuntary reflex, I found myself … [Read more...]
A Cappadocia Balloon Ride with Sultan Balloons
As a hot air balloon pilot of 17 years, Rodrigo calls Cappadocia his favourite destination. He’s flown hot air balloons in Egypt, Israel, Namibia, Spain and his native country of Portugal, but he loves Cappadocia most … [Read more...]
The Eastern Townships: Cottage Country, Quebec Style
Just an hour away from cosmopolitan Montreal, the Eastern Townships beckon. And each year, lured by the natural beauty, culture and gourmet offerings of what is known as Quebec’s cottage country, 6 million visitors … [Read more...]
Vancouver Island Hiking: Tofino and Ucluelet
Even as you break a sweat trekking along winding pathways and climbing steep flights of stairs, Vancouver Island hiking trails in Tofino and Ucluelet feel more like a meditative journey than an arduous … [Read more...]