OFFSHORE offers readers the finest in luxury travel and one-of-a-kind vacations that cater to the tastes and expectations of Canada’s most affluent travellers.

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Watch for our next edition, Summer 2022, coming  in June 2022!

A glamping retreat with a country store just opened in Texas

Outdoorsy Hill Country is a new luxury glamping retreat set in Hill Country, Texas. Surrounded by rolling hills, the retreat, set on 32 acres, offers guests access to 22 all-season canvas glamping tents, a cafe and bar, a country store, an events lodge and a network of trails through nearby Fredericksburg.  A large spring-fed watering hole is a centerpiece of

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This luxury tour operator just added Africa to its travel portfolio

Classic Vacations, a global luxury travel company, is expanding its portfolio to include luxury offerings on a new continent: Africa. Classic’s Africa portfolio launches with a range of carefully crafted itineraries designed to highlight southern Africa’s most iconic destinations and hidden gems. Whether travellers are seeking adventure in the wilderness, cultural immersion in vibrant cities, or just relaxation, there will be a tour to

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Here’s what it’s like diving with whale sharks in La Paz, Mexico

As the boat skimmed across the water, a massive shadow rose from the depths below. “Shark! Shark!” Cristian yelled, and cut the engine. Moments later, an ominous, black dorsal fin sliced through the surface. Seated on the edge of the boat, I fumbled for my mouthpiece and adjusted my snorkel mask. Then, taking a final shaky breath, I jumped. At

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Five of the prettiest European flower festivals to visit this spring

Europe is home to some of the world’s most beautiful flower festivals. These festivals not only celebrate the ephemeral beauty of flowers but also serve as cultural showcases, enticing travelers from around the world to immerse themselves in the splendor of Europe’s floral heritage. Here are our five top picks to attend this spring! Maderia’s Flower Festival From May 2

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Inside the Italian town that gave us Parmesan cheese

On a trip to the grocery store the other day, I found myself standing in the pasta aisle. Stocked between the packages of linguine and penne, rigatoni and fusilli, and hovering above exorbitant rows of pre-mixed jars of pasta sauce, were an army of plastic shakers, crammed with Parmesan cheese. Grabbing one, I rolled the container over and skimmed the

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Stats say Canadians are ready to spend big on their next vacation

American Express Travel released its 2024 Global Travel Trends Report, highlighting the inspiration and trends driving global travel bookings this year. The report reveals that Canadians rank as the second highest global market for anticipated average trip spend and are prioritizing spontaneous, bucket list, and once-in-a-lifetime vacations. A summary of the Canadian findings from the American Express Travel 2024 Global

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