Welcome to Canada, the friendliest nation in North America and a great destination for your winter vacation or family getaway. Often referred to as “The Great White North”, this vast and expansive nation is full of exciting travel opportunities and adventures just waiting for you.
Although Canada is famous for its maple syrup and winter activities such as hockey and skiing, you do not have to visit during the winter. The country is just as entertaining and delicious during the summer. (Perhaps even more) 😉
Renting a luxury car for business or pleasure can be exciting. There is a unique thrill that comes from driving an exotic or luxury vehicle. Whether you’re renting a luxury car for a business event or a vacation, you’ll want to make sure you take some important steps and avoid costly errors. Here are some … Read more
Do you consider yourself an avid traveler? Are you the type who is always ready and willing to visit a new destination, exotic locations, and really immerse yourself in the culture? Whether the travel bug has only recently taken a hold of you, or you’ve been an avid traveler for as long as you can … Read more
Canada has a lot to offer when it comes to festivals, especially in the summer. Not only does the country offer many public festivals with free admission, but they also host many private events. One thing you quickly learn is there are no shortage of fun summer festivals in Canada — locals really savor that … Read more
Toronto, like most modern major metropolises, is home to its own unique collection of street art. The heart of all this urban art is one long stretch of street aptly nicknamed Graffiti Alley. And although I already hate myself for saying typing this, Graffiti Alley is one of those perfect “Instagram-worthy” destinations. Definitely one of … Read more
I am not someone who is on a quest to visit every country in the world, ticking them off a travel ‘to do’ list. I’m someone who is on a quest to explore as much of the world as I can, learn about and appreciate diverse cultures and meet and interact with different people. But … Read more
When asked to choose between beaches or mountains I invariably opt for higher altitude. Don’t get me wrong, beaches can be nice, but after seeing several hundred all around the world they are essentially all the same — sand and water. However all frozen mountaintops offer both a unique view and a different method of … Read more
All last month my fellow travel bloggers were sharing their top photos and recommended gift ideas for travelers. Never one to hop on an overcrowded bandwagon I decided to abstain from it all. Well that and most of my photographs are not that worthy of repeated sharing, although to be fair my photography skills have … Read more
Well, the bags are finally packed once and for all. No more expensive plane tickets back and forth to the USA. It’s time for a legit one-way RTW adventure. No idea where I’ll wind up but that’s the point! I’ve sold my “Cowboy Cadillac” (a GMC Sierra Texas Edition pickup truck) and condensed a 1600 … Read more
Next week hundreds of travel bloggers will begin converging in Toronto for the annual Travel Blog Exchange, often referred to as TBEX. Although this will be their fourth annual gathering, it will only be my second year to attend. In fact last year was my first opportunity and it was rather impressive. While I know … Read more
That’s right, in just one month I will bid adieu to my house in Austin and embark on my longest and greatest adventure yet. No more ‘six weeks in this country’ or ‘six months on the road,’ this time it’s the infamous “sell all my possessions and buy a one-way ticket” scenario. The wild part … Read more
Did you know that Europe is the only continent without a desert? Or that American Airlines saved $40,000 by eliminating one olive from each salad served in first class? Throughout my journeys I have learned a lot of staggering travel facts that will blow your mind — and now I’m sharing them with you. Enjoy … Read more
The late December snow and ice crunched almost rhythmically under our feet as we approached the isolated dog kennel nestled in the backwoods of Whistler, BC. Dusk was rapidly turning into dark, but the fleet of Alaskan huskies designated to pull our sled were bouncing with energy like it was high noon. “Don’t let them … Read more
