Why? We’ll tell you why! Vancouver, the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island and the surrounding Gulf Islands are all blessed with breathtaking landscapes. BC is home to a vast diversity of mountains, rivers, beaches, forests and parks to climb, run, comb, hike or stroll on warm summer days or evenings. Renowned for the steep and the […]
From Barcelona to Istanbul, tales of Mediterranean history capture our imagination while idyllic, sun drenched islands, dramatic coastlines and picturesque scenes make this one of the world’s most romantic destinations. In a recent Ensemble poll, the top three romantic spots chosen were the Greek Islands, French Riviera and Venice. Next came the island of Mallorca […]
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 tagsinclude our final destination information and, forinternational trips, bring official proof of rabies vaccination to […]
BOTSWANA Explore the vast plains of Botswana on a four-day riding safari across the Kalahari, meeting bushmen and learning the techniques of food-gathering, animal tracking and hunting. Rides are accompanied by a “San” bushman who will track wildlife including leopard, springbok, cheetah and wildebeest. Riders should be of good intermediate level. MOROCCO The best way […]
Sightseeing tours of Jasper by train reveal that not much has changed with this historic and natural Canadian landmark. Even with the addition of highways and the railroad, those who arrive for vacations will experience Jasper National Park very much as it was when David Thompson, Canada’s great fur-trade-era explorer, first saw it. Established in […]
The Thompson Okanagan region is located in the south of British Columbia, Canada’s westernmost province. The Okanagan is characterized by a dry, sunny climate, beautiful landscapes and numerous lakes. This region is most popular for vineyards, skiing, golf, deserts, mountains and valleys. The fruit orchards in the Okanagan produce some of the most delicious fruit […]
Of the 137 islands in the Hawaiian chain, six welcome visitors with a warmth and charm known as the ‘Spirit of Aloha’. It’s easy to slip into the laid back Polynesian way of life. The scented tropical air, agreeable climate and warm waters add to the ease and enjoyment of your stay. The hardest part […]
The superb terrain and the moderate climate make Vancouver Island, BC a Mecca for mountain biking. Active clubs and their members help maintain the numerous trails you will find throughout the island, ranging from easy family tracks to the very difficult rides that will challenge your physical fitness and your technical know-how. In Victoria there’s […]
Three times a week year-round, the legendary “Canadian” links Toronto, Winnipeg, Edmonton and Vancouver, via the lakelands of Ontario and the snow-capped mountains of Jasper National Park in the Canadian Rockies. Not only is the scenery spectacular, the train itself is a piece of history: In the early 1990s, without the funds to buy new […]
Leaping lemurs, Madagascar Who needs Paramount Pictures when Madagascar’s inhabitants have seemingly escaped a cartoon for real? Weird, wonderful lemurs – singing ones, mini ones, even ones sashaying like tipsy ballerinas – iridescent frogs, technicoloured chameleons, and laid-back boas trump anything a cartoonist could pen. This private family tour takes in the nature reserves of […]