Paradise Awaits at Magical Mahekal Beach Resort

 Photo credit: Andre Gagne If the sea were any closer this room would have a waterbed, I say to myself. I’m looking out the bedroom window of my beach bungalow towards glistening diamond sands which kiss calm waters stretching outwards to meet the sky at the horizon. This paints a

7 Reasons Why Travelling is Amazing for Education

 When it comes to educational tours, various students consider it a way to escape the day-to-day worries and do not have an idea of how important it is for their educational and professional lives. Students who keep themselves restricted to colleges and homes may never get to know how to

Top things to do to in Newcastle to feel like a true Geordie

 Newcastle is a wonderful city that offers numerous attractions and bags of fun and culture. There are certain things to do however that are typically Geordie that everyone growing up in the region will be reminiscing about as they read. When you visit Newcastle, try some of the activities below

5 Ways Technology Has Changed The Way We Travel

 Brand new technological advancements are continuing to be made every single day. Whether it be the latest smartphone, or faster running website it is now easier than ever to plan a well needed holiday. Whether you are traveling and need to update your e111 card quickly or need to look up flights

Some South Africa’s most popular outdoor locations and activities

 Africa is one of the last places on the planet which still draws a true sense of amazement and excitement as it has so much to offer visitors to the continent. Of course, some places are difficult to reach and have difficulties the typical traveler might not want to face

6 Tasty Treats You Must Try When at Disneyland

 We all know that fun rides, stunning shows, and early arrivals are the keys to having fun at Disneyland. However, there is much more the Disneyland than meets the eye. In fact, many people buy Disneyland tickets for one sole reason – to enjoy the yummy food! Okay, maybe that’s

4 ways to get your vehicle ready for a road trip

 Don't let snow stop you — winter is a great time to hit the road for a getaway filled with spectacular scenery and cold weather activities like skiing or ice skating. But car troubles can put a damper on travel, so make sure your car is road trip-ready with these

7 Valuable Lessons You’ll Learn From Travelling Alone

 In my very short 22 years, I have learned that there are few things more terrifying, exhilarating, and liberating than booking a one-way plane ticket to an unfamiliar country with no one by your side. This was my reality when I was just 17. Fresh out of high school and

RIU Bambu: Seven Days to Recharge

 Pulling up to the sleek front entrance of the RIU Bambu you can see right through the lobby, past the pool and to the sun-filled, palm tree populated beach and, you know you’ve come to the right place. The recently renovated, Riu Bambu sits among of cluster of five separate

Book Review: London’s Afternoon Teas

 London's Afternoon Teas • A Guide to the Most Exquisite Tea Venues in London By Penny Swift & Susan Cohen 208 pages • ISBN 978-1504800884 London's Afternoon Teas is the hippest and most up-to-date source of information for both London residents and tourists alike. Featuring 50 of the best places

The 3 cities in Holland you need to see in 2018

 It’s no surprise that Amsterdam was the 13th most visited city in the world last year with 8.7 million international visitors, according to Mastercard’s 2017 Global Destination Cities Index. With globally recognized attractions like the Anne Frank House, the Van Gogh museum, and of course, the Red-Light District, Amsterdam has

Montréal Heats Up the Winter Months

 Photos by Andre Gagne Right about now you’ve probably heard enough about these cold snaps moving into the Great White North. Welcome to Canada! I mean, it's not called The Great Warm North! While many hibernate like a BC black bear come these frigid months (only with more cranked central

Five Reasons to Love Astana

 Located in northern regions of the country, Astana (??????) is the capital of Kazakhstan, and home to the country’s federal government. Originally a settlement called Akmoly, the city was renamed Astana a year after it was made the capital in 1997. The capital is relatively easy for Canadians to visit, albeit

All Aboard!

 Photos by Karen Temple The lobby of Denver’s Union Station is a hub of activity. Not an uncommon sight since this grand space is home to trendy cafés, restaurants and shops. But this is not the usual crowd of people who come to hang out at what has become known

Save money on flights this holiday season

 The holidays are meant to be spent with family, friends and loved ones. When those dear to us live halfway across the world or even a few hours away, travelling becomes a necessity. However, plane tickets can be expensive, and on top of all the other expenses particular to time

Essential airport hacks for the holidays

 If you're travelling during the winter breaks, you'll be stepping into the hustle and bustle of Canadian airports during one of their busiest times of year. But that doesn't mean you need to stress about your vacation. Here, Teresa Smith, customer service and sales agent for Air Canada at Toronto's

105th Grey Cup & Grey Cup Festival Transportation Plan Unveiled

 In five days the 105th Grey Cup Festival presented by Shaw kicks-off with the arrival of the prized trophy that will be played for November 26th at a sold-out TD Place in the 105th Grey Cup presented by Shaw. On Thursday, the Ottawa Sports and Entertainment Group in partnership with the City of

The Marvels of Miramichi

 Feature image by Brian Atkinson It is never too early to start planning for summer holidays and this year, there is something quite magical about the idea of traveling within Canada during Canada 150. What better place to start than Atlantic Canada and particularly in New Brunswick, a founding province

La P’tite Cabane d’la Côte: a sweet and unforgettable visit

 In today's hectic working and social environment where fast food has become our best ally, grandmother's recipes become a treasure. We all have missed the warm, welcoming and peaceful atmosphere in which we lived when grandmothers were the point of union in our families. To relive such moments, as well

The Transformative Effects of “Village Tourism”

 While vacationing in Belize a few years ago, I partook in a riverboat tour. Winding its way through a maze of waterways, it provided me the chance to see howler monkey-infested jungles and small, backwoods communities. Nearing lunchtime, our tour group rested for an hour in a small, nameless village

Across Two Continents: Visiting the Ancient Byzantine Capital

 All photos taken by Isabel Payne. Dating back to as early as 660BC, Istanbul has a very colourful palette of cultures and history. The city we know today has undergone huge transformations over time. Founded as Byzantium in 660BC, and then later renamed Constantinople in 330AD, the city was the

Colorado: Peace Among the Peaks 

 A resting place overlooking the Mount Princeton Hot Springs. All photos by Eric Murphy. Halfway up a mountain looking over Boulder, Colorado I found a narrow rocky trail that split away from the well-worn hiking path. The trail ran alongside a steep, watery drop and arced upwards, disappearing into the

A Trainload of Memories

 All photos by David Eisenstadt. Raised in Calgary, I visited Banff year ‘round, travelled by car through the Rogers Pass and saw much of BC’s interior. I never travelled there by train. That changed when my wife Rhoda and I discovered the Rocky Mountaineer and their various routes through the

Caveman Luxury at Kayakapi Premium Caves

 All photos by Isabel Payne. On June 1, I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to spend a few nights in a cave. Located in the touristy Cappadocia region of Turkey, Kayakapi Premium Caves offers a hotel experience like no other. Named after the historical neighbourhood in which it

The Resort that Timmy’s Built

 Guest accommodation overlooking the golf course and sea at Fox Harb’r Resort glows at sunset. Photo by Tracy Hanes. Fox Harb’r Resort, on Nova Scotia’s north shore about 20 kilometres east of Pugwash, isn’t your average luxury vacation spot – if there is such a thing. The guest accommodations offer