Kyoto’s To-ji Temple- By Day and By Night
The rain was coming down hard during our visit to To-ji Temple, but not enough to conceal its simplistic beauty. Finding shelter under our umbrella, we dodged puddles as we…
Photo of the Week: Upper Belvedere Palace, Vienna
The Belvedere was built in Vienna in the early 18th century as a summer residence for Prince Eugene of Savoy. Designed by one of Europe’s greatest Baroque architects, Johann Lucas…
The Path of Philosophy- Kyoto’s Prettiest Cherry Blossom Walk
Kyoto is one of the best places in Japan to enjoy the cherry blossoms, so soon after arriving we eagerly headed off to one of the most popular sakura (cherry…
Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots in Kyoto- Our 6 Favourite Locations
Every spring, cherry trees all across Japan explode into soft shades of pink, making it one of the most beautiful (and popular) times to visit. The landscapes become irresistible for…
Visiting the Würzburg Residence
Nearing the end of our European honeymoon, we decided to make a stop in Würzburg, Germany specifically to see the city’s World Heritage-listed palace. The Würzburg Residence is widely considered…
6 Ways to Enjoy a Winter Trip to Jasper- The Best Winter Activities in Jasper National Park
Jasper National Park is a great place to visit year round, but it can be especially fun in the winter. Active travellers and outdoor adventurers will find plenty of activities…
Miyajima Island- Exploring One of Japan’s Most Scenic Spots
Less than an hour from Hiroshima is Miyajima, a small island selected centuries ago as one of the Three Most Scenic Spots in Japan (Nihon Sankei). A claim like that…
Photo of the Week: Creek Street- Ketchikan, Alaska
A visit to Ketchikan would not be complete without a walk down the historic boardwalk of Creek Street. Creek Street is a collection of restaurants, shops, museums and private homes…
Photo of the Week: Winter in Osoyoos, British Columbia
Osoyoos is primarily known as a summer destination thanks to the hot temperatures, beautiful golf courses, and vineyards and orchards that surround Canada’s warmest lake. Yet, it’s also becoming a…
Travel Reviews- Which to Trust, Which to Ignore?
Going a trip can be a big expense. For the majority of us, a vacation is a major purchase and like any other major purchase, decisions should be made carefully….
Kinkaku-ji Temple- Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion
A late afternoon rain gently pattered down on my umbrella as we walked along a tree-shaded path in northwest Kyoto. The light was dim, the day’s last remaining sunlight unable…
How to Spend 3 Days in Key West- Our Itinerary
At the furthest point of the Florida Keys sits Key West, a sub-tropical town full of life, colour and celebration, yet still laid back enough to sense the history and…
Audubon House and Tropical Gardens- An Oasis in the Heart of Key West
On the last of our 3 days in Key West, I decided to venture out on my own to visit some historic homes and museums. There are so many beautiful…
The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum (and Cats!)
Key West is well known for its unique and historic houses, but perhaps none is more popular than the Hemingway Home. Visitors to Key West are keen on seeing the…
Key West Sunset Sail- The Appledore V Schooner
Sunsets in Key West are a much anticipated, highly celebrated, beloved event. For us, there was no better place to enjoy the changing colours of the evening sky than aboard…
Photo of the Week: Tybee Island Light Station
The Tybee Island Light Station is Georgia’s oldest and tallest lighthouse, at 144 feet (44 metres). Originally constructed in 1736 under the order of General James Oglethorpe, it has been…
Visiting Dry Tortugas National Park and Fort Jefferson- Day Trip from Key West
Dry Tortugas National Park was the place I was most looking forward to visiting during our trip to the Florida Keys. I first discovered it in a photograph. It was…
Photo of the Week: Majestic Oak- Savannah, Georgia
One of my favourite things about visiting Savannah was seeing the abundance of large oak trees shading Savannah’s squares and walkways. Their moss draped branches contributed to the mystery and…
How to Spend a 10-hour Layover in San Francisco
When choosing our flights home from our trip to Florida, we had the option to have a 4-hour layover in Montreal, or a 10-hour layover in San Francisco. I had…
Photo of the Week: Lake Louise Station
After a weekend of hiking to Larch Valley and horseback riding to the Plain of Six Glaciers Tea House, we ended our visit to Lake Louise with a delicious meal…