Magical Maui: A Slow-Travel Guide to the Valley Isle

By Ann Ruppenstein Hoʻomau: to continue, persist, renew, perpetuate and persevere. A different Hawaiian word of the day is placed against my pillow each afternoon at the Wailea Beach Resort – Marriott, Maui, but this first card—describing Hoʻomau—resonates most. It speaks to the way Maui protects its land, culture and identity, and to the responsibility […]
Checking In: Aurora Anguilla Resort & Golf Club

On an island known for its quiet charm, this luxury resort in Anguilla proves that scale and serenity can coexist. It’s admittedly a bit of a journey to get to Anguilla from Canada, but that’s part of the appeal. Most visitors arrive via neighbouring St. Martin, whose international airport serves as the main gateway, followed […]
Discover Timeless Havana with WestJet Vacations

In Cuba’s capital, colonial grandeur meets contemporary sophistication—and new direct flights from Toronto make this cultural treasure more accessible than ever. Hemingway House Havana Ernest Hemingway House With its baroque facades, vintage Cadillacs, and the infectious rhythm of salsa spilling from every doorway, Havana feels like stepping into a living museum where time moves to […]
Porter Airlines is Launching Five New Sun Routes

Just in time for winter getaways, the airline is adding five direct routes from Ottawa to Mexico, the Caribbean and Costa Rica. Winter travellers departing from Ottawa now have more direct options for escaping the cold, thanks to a new slate of nonstop sun routes launching this season. Beginning mid-December, Porter Airlines is rolling out […]
Discover the Art of Travel with NexusTours

From eco-parks and rainforests to hidden bays and historic capitals, NexusTours connects Sunwing travellers to the region’s most memorable, culture-rich adventures. Lounging poolside and sinking your toes into the sand are essential vacation pleasures, but if you’re craving more from your getaway, NexusTours helps you go beyond the ordinary. As Sunwing’s trusted in-destination partner, NexusTours […]
Discover Authentic Mexico in Tepic

In Nayarit’s capital city, vibrant traditions meet Riviera luxury — and WestJet makes it easier than ever to experience both. With its lively plazas, centuries-old artistry, and colourful markets, Tepic is Mexico at its most authentic. This capital city of Nayarit remains blissfully untouched by mass tourism, offering travellers a rare opportunity to connect with […]