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Although it is much more traditional to visit Paris in spring, there are a lot of advantages to visiting in November instead. Paris in November is quiet, peaceful and reflective. As the temperature drops and the days grow shorter, the number of tourists drastically decreases. There aren’t as many crowds to fight and you have many of Paris’ treasures to yourself. In addition, November is not high season in Paris...Read More

Train travel is a wonderful way to view the outdoors in a comfortable, luxurious fashion. Rocky Mountaineer offers several tours, but one of their short trips is the Whistler Route. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of the Sea to Sky region between Vancouver and Whistler. During your three and a half hour train trip you’ll travel through the scenic Howe Sound and the Cheakamus Canyon and past the snow-capped peaks of...Read More

Pat and Doug were just in South Africa. If you’ve never been to South Africa, the Lonely Planet describes it as “befitting its position at the southern end of the world’s most epic continent, with more types of terrain than photographers can shake their zoom lens at”. I got a chance to ask Pat about the trip, and she shared her experience with me. “We were in South Africa for...Read More

Ah, the Caribbean – fun in the sun on beautiful beaches; palm trees swaying as you dine outside on warm, tropical evenings. What a great place to get away from it all and you’ll find plenty to keep you interested and inspired on these intriguing islands. Whether you’re staying at a boutique hotel, an all inclusive resort or cruising, there are some wonderful places to discover during your Caribbean vacation....Read More

For those who live on the pacific side of British Columbia, you know what storm watching is, or have at least heard of it. Extremely popular, storm watching is an outdoor activity (although some places are built for indoor viewing) with wonderful visual rewards. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity and experience. I’d say it’s an add for the bucket list. In BC, storm watching takes you head...Read More