Montréal has so many incredible things to do all year round, although you can’t beat late spring to early fall for the best time to go there. It can get fairly hot in the summer, but just as cold in the winter – so pick the kind of season you like the most. With all […]
The night before my trek was hardly sleep filled as I lay there in anticipation of the day to come! We met at the park headquarters at about 6am and got divided into groups of no more than 8. There are approximately 7 different gorilla groups in the area. Our gorilla group was called ‘Group […]
As my friends would attest, I have been going on about the Mountain Gorillas for years. Finally, in October 2006, I experienced the most amazing visit with them. There are approximately 700 mountain gorillas in the Virunga Range of volcanic mountains bordering the Congo, Uganda and Rwanda. I chose Rwanda as my destination. I have […]
Extra Travel Charges Over the last while, airline charges have risen while the responsibility to the customer has grown alongside these charges. While this hardly seems fair, let’s take a look at some of the changes to how we fly when it comes to costs and responsibilities. The airlines and tour companies (cruises, safaris, and […]
When people think of the coast of British Columbia, they usually think of Vancouver when it comes to cities. Vancouver is fabulous, but the smaller city – and also the capital of the province – is located at the southern tip of Vancouver Island. Culturally rich, beautiful and enticing, Victoria is one of the most […]
Vancouver Island is the paradise of British Columbia. Situated approximately forty miles from the mainland, Vancouver Island stretches from it’s furthest northern point 300 miles to it’s southernmost tip and capital of British Columbia, the city of Victoria. Vancouver Island offers so much for visitors. The best way to explore the area is through a […]
“America’s Greenest City” and one of the “World’s Most Successful Cities” are just two of the titles Portland has graciously accepted over the years without making too much of a fuss. This northwestern Oregon metropolis, which sits near the confluence of the Willamette and Columbia rivers, is an outdoor lover’s paradise with a food and […]
Many of Australia and New Zealand’s most interesting towns and cities are found along the coast so cruising is a convenient way to see them. The major cities of Auckland, Wellington, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth (port of Fremantle) are prominent on cruise itineraries. You’ll find there are many other fascinating ports* of call to […]
Offering a mix of culture, history and adventure, Mongolia is a really special destination for travellers. People come from all over the world to ride ponies over the vast plains, camp with nomad families, visit Buddhist temples and unravel the history of Genghis Khan. Mongolia Ponies, Photo: Michael Foley Photography on Flickr Ulan BatorUlan Bator, […]
The Okanagan, situated in the province of British Columbia, comes alive in the summer time with a vast array of festivals and outdoor sports. The expansive lake, beaches and laid-back attitude provide the perfect atmosphere for a summer escape. The dry, summer climate and lakeshore communities add to the region’s charming ambience. Okanagan Lake, Photo: […]