Many people have heard of a bucket list, and some even have travel destinations on their lists. Other people simply make a resolution to “travel more.” But how do you make those dreams and aspirations a reality to cross them off your list and stick to your resolve? Travel goals are the best place to […]
When asked for tips for traveling with pets, Kimpton Hotel pet ambassadors had these recommendations: 1. Always have fresh water on hand. We pets don’t mind drinking right out of the bottle. 2. Have pet tags. Make sure pet identification tags include our final destination information and, for international trips, bring official proof of rabies […]
Although we are still technically in winter, it is a good time to start thinking ahead and making summer/early fall vacation plans. Here in the office, we decided to see what suggestions came to mind when thinking of great trips during the summer and early fall to recommend to others. Since every client’s travel needs […]
by Barbara Broadbent The High Line is a 1-mile New York City linear park built on a 1.45-mile section of the elevated former New York Central Railroad spur called the West Side Line. This elevated freight rail line was transformed into a public park on Manhattan’s West Side, and has been maintained and operated by […]
by Barbara Broadbent This stunning and affordable destination has become one of Europe’s “hot spots.” Visit traditional mediaeval cities with winding streets, city walls and oldtown squares; historic monuments and beautiful Roman or Austro-Hungarian architecture; pretty islands easily visited by a superb ferry system; spectacular mountains, rugged coastlines and sparkling lakes. And although many areas […]
by Barbara Broadbent EUROPEAN FLIGHTS, both seasonal and year-round, will be expanded this year to include new destinations and more departures. Transat Holidays, from Vancouver, will have 6 flights/week to London Gatwick; 4 per week to Paris; 4 per week to Frankfurt; 3 per week to Amsterdam; 2 per week to Amsterdam; and 1 per […]
by Lesli Heron Europe train travel is all about efficiency and comfort but it is also about experiences. Some of the most difficult terrain has given us the most picturesque journeys. The following are some of Europe’s best scenic train routes. Not necessarily the fastest journeys—just the most memorable! 1. Sarajevo to Mostar Traversing superb […]
Our great Travel Newsletter is now out for February. Take a moment to check it out!
by Wendy Fougner PASSPORTS Many countries do not allow you to travel with a water damaged passport. When travelling, make sure you not only protect your passport from theft, but also from liquid damage. You don’t want a note on fi le that you might be tampering with your passport. It may sound like […]
by Lesli Heron Nepal is an adventure seekers playground. Where else in the world can you go for a trek, paraglide, balloon ride, bungy jump off one of the world’s highest falls, bird watch, go for a safari in jungles home to one-horned rhinoceroses and royal Bengal tigers and still canoe or kayak in white […]