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 for its surreal, volcanic topography of moonscapes and fairytale chimneys, and the ability to take his balloon high in the […]
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Things to Do in Prince Edward County
With an abundance of natural beauty, small-town charm, wineries and culinary offerings, there are plenty of things to do in Prince Edward County. This region in southeastern Ontario, also known as The County, is often … Read more...
Casino Rama Resort: a Girls’ Getaway
You need a staycation. Your girlfriend does too. You want something different from the usual, popular destinations. Maybe a girls’ getaway at Casino Rama Resort? Not a gambler, you say? Neither am I. That’s okay … Read more...
Mosquito Repellent Clothing: Mark’s No Fly Zone Apparel
This post is sponsored by Mark’s. If you’re a magnet for mosquitoes like I am, I have exciting news for you! Mark’s, a retailer of casual and work wear in Canada, has introduced WindRiver No Fly Zone apparel, the … Read more...
Sir Sam’s Inn and Spa for Adults: A Couples Resort Ontario
Sir Sam’s Inn and Spa, a couples resort in Ontario, is a rare destination. Whether you’re a parent or not, we could all use an adults-only vacation, away from crying toddlers and a break from the responsibilities of … Read more...
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Day Trip to Muizenberg Beach, Boulders Beach and Cape of Good Hope
There are plenty of reasons visitors to South Africa make Muizenberg Beach, Boulders Beach and the Cape of Good Hope among their first stops on the tourist trail. One of the country’s most scenic attractions, the Cape … [Read more...]
Aqaba: Where Jordan Meets the Red Sea
Aqaba is overlooked by most visitors to Jordan, but there’s a compelling reason to visit the country’s only seaside resort town. Most of the holidaymakers are Jordanians who flock to the luxury resorts during national … [Read more...]
Bai Tu Long Bay: The Route Less Travelled in Halong Bay
We’ve all been there: our hearts sink with disappointment when we learn a place we’ve longed to visit has descended into a cesspool of mass tourism and overdevelopment. It was only after I arrived in Vietnam that I … [Read more...]
Where Mysteries Lie: The Beaches of Tofino, BC
They call it the End of the Road, a final destination for west-bound nature lovers, ocean worshippers and adventure seekers. With old-growth forests on one side and the wild Pacific on the other, Tofino's beaches … [Read more...]