When it comes to travel clothes and accessories, I have my favourites, from a scarf that keeps my valuables secure to footwear for various environments. Some of these items combine style with utilitarian value; others, not so much… because there are just those times when comfort takes precedence over aesthetics. Quick-drying clothes Rarely will you […]
What We Can Learn From the Terrorist Attacks in Paris and Beirut
If you haven’t heard, Facebook has recently come under fire for adding a safety check feature for Parisians after last week’s terrorist attacks so they could let loved ones know they were physically unharmed. It’s a welcome and considerate gesture in their time of crisis. Except that neither this option was made available after the […]
Beyond the Jihadist: The Lesson of Palestine
I knew I was in the midst of perilous unrest when humanitarian aid workers based in the Gaza Strip informed me it’s currently safer in their city than where I was in East Jerusalem and the West Bank. In the past month, the two areas have been plagued by a wave of Palestinian knife attacks […]
The Flavours of Saguenay—Lac-Saint-Jean
Until just a few months ago, I had never heard of Saguenay—Lac-Saint-Jean, a vast region 2.5-3 hours northeast of Quebec City. But, after a week-long visit through a fjord, national parks and local restaurants, I’ve discovered it’s an area rich not just in natural beauty, but traditional cuisine. From blueberries to tourtière and village eats […]
Parc Aventures Cap Jaseux: Unique Accommodations and Outdoor Adventures
In Canada, there’s camping. Then there’s Parc Aventures Cap Jaseux. In Saguenay—Lac-Saint-Jean, Quebec, nature lovers and adventure seekers can experience an outdoor adventure like no other. Located in a rich ecosystem on the shores of Saguenay fjord, this ecotourism destination offers splendid scenery, rare accommodations and an extraordinary playground for adults and little ones alike. […]
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