Here Comes The Sun: Your Next Winter Getaway

 Photos by Anne Dion Spring might be coming but it’s still cold and grey in the Great White North. If you’re like us and would rather be planning a vacation than putting salt on your driveway, then you’re in luck — Ottawa Life has the perfect getaway for you and your

Desperately Seeking Stewart in Magnificent Myrtle Beach

 Photos by Rachel Ammon, Joe Carr and Colleen Balzotti Life and travel with a special-needs kid can take you on journeys you never imagined. Motivated by a visit to an alligator sanctuary, we hopped in the car and road tripped the 1,600 kilometres to Myrtle Beach to visit Stewart, an

Beach Boy Blast Caps off Ottawa Jazz Festival

 All images by Andre Gagne. Ok, so they didn’t really cart out 9,000 tonnes of sand into Confederation Park but the TD Ottawa Jazz Festival had one hot final night beach party nevertheless for the near record setting crowd. With several concerts goers dressed in Hawaiian shirts and Bermuda shorts and,

Tips for Planning Your Desitination Wedding

 It's the height of wedding season, so Paradisus Resorts – offering ideal settings for destination weddings – has tapped their Corporate Romance Manger, Marilyn Cairo, to compile the Top Ten Expert Tips on the “dos” and “don’ts” of planning the perfect destination wedding to ensure your big day is flawless and

New Hampshire

 There is no better way to begin a tour of New Hampshire than in Portsmouth, an historic and quaint seaport. Portsmouth is a must-see destination for those who wish to explore the area’s history. Visit the numerous museums, art centres, stroll through Market Square, take in an outdoor concert at Prescott Park, follow the Peace Treaty Trail or savour

History, Religion, Geography and Great Food: Majestic Israel Has It All

 To even attempt to adequately describe Israel is, to put it mildly, a daunting task. While well-known images of the country abound, absolutely nothing can prepare you for the complete amazement or the unexpected emotions you may feel as you explore this magnificent country. Whether you are religious or not,

Reggae and Running: A Unique Pair

 Images courtesy of: Jamaica Tourist Board When someone says they’re going to Jamaica for a vacation, you automatically think warm weather, beautiful beaches, delicious food and of course Bob Marley. While all those things are true, there’s a new attraction calling people to this gorgeous Caribbean island. The Reggae Marathon, Jamaica’s

A Delicious Weekend in Barbados

 The sky is clear and the sun is shining. Is there a better way to start off the weekend in beautiful Barbados? The answer is yes—and it happens when I am handed a rum punch upon entering the Radisson Aquatica Beach Resort. Get ready to unwind by lounging poolside or

Explore the Big Smoke Family Getaway

 If thoughts are moving from snow to long days and you are looking for holiday ideas, especially ones not involving a long road trip, load the kids in the car and head to Toronto. It’s one thing to go there for business but to experience the city as a tourist is

The Royal Treatment with Paradisus

 Punta Cana has become one of the most popular year-round tourist destinations in the Caribbean. Its name refers to the cane palms in the region, and literally means “Tip of the White Cane Palms.” Its climate is constant, the temperature warm and the land absolutely beautiful. Located at the junction

Visit Me Ibiza: Celebrate Summer in Style

 Grab your sunscreen and start packing for the ultimate vacation getaway! Luxury lifestyle hotel ME Ibiza is now open for its second summer season. Are you looking for some place private and spacious with a great view of the sea? This is the perfect destination for you. Located near Santa

Around the World in a Day: The Ottawa Travel & Vacation Show

 Photo courtesy of Lois Siegel Bit by the travel bug? Your timing couldn’t be better. Photo courtesy of Lois SiegelThe Ottawa Travel and Vacation Show is back to guide you every step of the way in planning your next trip! Whether you want to bask in the sun on a

A Piece of Renovated Paradise

 Dreaming about your feet sinking into warm sand, instead of numbing snow? Meliã Nassau Beach is the vacation location for you. Meliã Hotels International, one of the largest resort hotel companies in the world, has just updated its Meliã Nassau Beach resort in the Bahamas, making an already luxurious experience

Healthy Tips: Cottage Getaway

 With many of us escaping the city on the weekends for the tranquillity of cottage country, the phrase TGIF gains a new meaning. While I’m certainly not one to pass up an afternoon of lounging on the dock or a trip to the local ice cream shop, it’s always a

Aruba: One Happy Island

 Bon Bini, which is Papiamento for welcome, is how you will be greeted when you arrive in one of the most remarkable Caribbean destinations. The island boasts many beautiful postcard perfect beaches, diverse accommodations, and the famous Arikok National Park - just the beginning of a plethora of reasons why

Lake Placid

 By Rachael Desjardins ABOVE: Whiteface Mountain, the fifth highest mountain in the Adirondacks, sits the State of New York Weather Monitoring Station. From here you can walk around for a great 360-degree view. Photo: Orda Media While best known to most Canadians as a winter vacation spot and home to the 1980 Olympic

Some Day at the Beach! Destination Weddings: Cuba

 When my brother-in-law announced his intention to wed in Cuba, my wife Trine literally jumped for joy. She had seriously considered holding our wedding party on a beach in the Caribbean, so she could get hitched while barefoot in the sand. I was happy too – I like a beach vacation