Land of Lore and the Midnight Sun
Here comes the sun – in a major way. The Northwest Territories is now basking in long, sunny days, with summertime hikers, paddlers, and adventurers enjoying the midnight sun and exploring the Great Outdoors. But take note, winter also brings advantages for outdoor enthusiasts, including spectacular viewings of the Northern Lights, with the celestial show […]
Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
“We’re almost at the top!” I exclaimed out loud — more so to motivate myself than my dad who appeared to be effortlessly leaping up the top of the Giant trail, whereas my legs felt like I had bricks strapped to my shoes with each step upwards. Standing on the shores of the Thunder Bay […]
KOREA in CONTRAST
Old meets new in Korea, a country of contrasts. With more than 5,000 years of ancient history, expect to be transported with the country’s time-honoured, sophisticated traditions and, at the same time, charmed by the unabashed enthusiasm for trendiness and the rise of K-culture. Located in Northeast Asia, the Korean peninsula is surrounded by water on […]
ST. JOHN’S DAY & NIGHT
Day | Night A city to steal your heart, St. John’s is small in size, but big in personality. There’s a photo-op on every corner – a bustling downtown core, side streets stacked with jellybean coloured row houses, Cabot Tower looming in the background, all set on the cusp of the windblown Atlantic ocean. SUNRISE […]
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 […]