Gift Guide
From trinkets to treasures, make this season meaningful with gorgeous gifts from artisans, artists, makers, and designers from around the country… 1. HANDCRAFTED SOAPS Organic, sustainable, and handcrafted in small batches using ingredients local to Vancouver Island, there’s nothing we don’t love about Tofino Soap Company’s delicate soaps, candles, and accessories. (Starting at $13) tofinosoapcompany.com […]
WORKING from HOME
Almost 40% of Canada’s workforce is currently working from home, that means no commuting, no mind-numbing meetings, and no stuffy business suits. The only thing that could make working from home more dreamy? Working from a sunny, sandy beach in the Caribbean. But before you pack your bags, each country has different entry requirements, quarantine […]
Winter Wonderland
STAYING CLOSER TO HOME LEAVES PLENTY OF ROOM FOR ADVENTURE The first snowfall of the season is typically when Canadians across the country start daydreaming about jetting off for a sunny escape. But could this be the time to embrace the winter wonderland in Canada instead of escaping for the hot, hot, heat? We talked to […]
Serenity Now
If you haven’t experienced the Caribbean’s Out-Islands, put it on your bucket list immediately. Out-Islands offer something different from a large resort vacation; the pace is slower, the beaches are quieter, the waters seem bluer, you breathe a little deeper. Sailrock, an uncompromising, low density resort community on the Out-Island of South Caicos, Turks & […]
Crowning Jewel
Luxury for the whole family at Tiara Exclusive Collection by Club Med Punta Cana On the breathtaking island of Hispaniola, Club Med welcomes the whole family to their newly renovated, eco-chic TIARA EXCLUSIVE COLLECTION SPACE located inside the luxury, all-included Club Med Punta Cana resort. Imagine waking up to the buttery pastries and sweet fruit […]
London Day & Night
DAY Frenetic and fancy, posh and punk, historic and hip, London is a city with a split personality. Whether you consider yourself a trendsetter or traditionalist, London is calling… ARRIVE IN STYLE Luckily for Canadians, Toronto–Heathrow is the inaugural long-haul route for British Airways’ (britishairways.com) brand new A350 plane, which includes 56 Club Suite compartments, […]
Historic Horsepower
Speed-seeking at sites around England The days of piston combustion are numbered, as any owner of a hybrid or fully electric car will tell you. Luckily, petrolheads seeking some solace can get instant anxiety relief with a visit to Great Britain. It has a piston-powered heritage reaching back over a century, and offers plenty of […]
Boutique Barbados
A great Barbados vacation starts with great hotel choices. Whether you’re opting for a grand hotel with sprawling grounds, a quiet and quaint bed-and-breakfast, or an easy breezy all-inclusive, you’ll always find personalized service, Bajan hospitality, and a boutique atmosphere at the heart of every stay. The different types of vacation stays on the island […]
Holiday Wine & Cheese Pairings
To take you through the season in style Nothing is easier (and smarter) than serving a delicious wine with a fabulous cheese. It’s effortlessly chic and makes holiday entertaining a breeze. To set you up for success, here are five brilliant wine and cheese pairings to add panache to classic holiday gatherings… Holiday Open House […]
A Tale of Two Destinations
Make the most of your long-haul getaway to Asia by combining Hong Kong and Thailand into one trip of a lifetime, as each destination offers a complement of unique and memorable experiences. CITY AND COUNTRY COLLIDE IN HONG KONGThe minute you take off on the Ngong Ping 360 cable-car for Lantau Island, you realize there’s […]