Be Entertained in Seattle
From world-class sporting tournaments to vibrant festivals and unique special interest events, it’s easy to have fun in Seattle. Take your pick from these city events happening now through fall.
Travel
I've visited over 30 countries on six continents (still one to go!) I love writing about my adventures for National Geographic, The Globe and Mail, Travel + Leisure, Fodors, Lonely Planet...
Halifax 2.0
Just a few years ago, Halifax’s Harbourfront was looking tired. As Nova Scotia’s most visited attraction, tourists still came throughout the warm summer months to stroll the boardwalk, stopping for lobster rolls or ice cream, but it certainly wasn’t a glamorous spot...
Stroll Through the Past
The best travel memories are often created when you’re learning something new — or when you can see a historic site with a new perspective. Whether you walk along cobblestone streets in some of the oldest cities in the United States or explore royal residences in Scotland, your next vacation can allow you to wander through history.
Ottawa Rideau Canal Loop — DK Eyewitness "Run"
I wrote the Ottawa chapter of the DK Eyewitness "Run" book.
Publisher : DK Eyewitness Travel (April 25 2023)
Hardcover : 224 pages
ISBN-10 : 0744079349
ISBN-13 : 978-0744079340
Publisher : DK Eyewitness Travel (April 25 2023)
Hardcover : 224 pages
ISBN-10 : 0744079349
ISBN-13 : 978-0744079340
Bavaria in spring: How to see the best of southern Germany in a long weekend
How to see the best of Bavaria in a long weekend
Visit medieval towns and walled cities on a spring road trip down Germany’s oldest tourist trail.
Favored as a winter destination for its abundant snowfall, winter sports, and Christmas markets, Bavaria also has plenty to see and do in warmer weather, from dense forests, towering mountains, and Alpine lakes to fairytale castles and medieval villages. As the snow melts and spring blooms, take a weekend road trip through southeastern Germany to di
Visit medieval towns and walled cities on a spring road trip down Germany’s oldest tourist trail.
Favored as a winter destination for its abundant snowfall, winter sports, and Christmas markets, Bavaria also has plenty to see and do in warmer weather, from dense forests, towering mountains, and Alpine lakes to fairytale castles and medieval villages. As the snow melts and spring blooms, take a weekend road trip through southeastern Germany to di
15 Epic Outdoor Adventures in Quebec
Quebec is made for outdoor enthusiasts, whether you love to play in the snow, speed through muddy forests or paddle along rivers and across lakes.
Three times the size of France, Quebec is the largest of our Canadian provinces and spans an enormous area. With stunning natural landscapes, diverse geography and a huge range of four-season activities, Quebec is where adventurers test their grit.
Three times the size of France, Quebec is the largest of our Canadian provinces and spans an enormous area. With stunning natural landscapes, diverse geography and a huge range of four-season activities, Quebec is where adventurers test their grit.
Sedona- Top Five Nature Activities
Whether it's hiking in Pine Forests or peering into endless canyons, this Arizona city is home to boundless cultural and nature-filled adventures.
Scottsdale Spaced Out
Once the desert sun has set the Arizona city becomes a stage for some unmissable stargazing. Pitch up for an after-dark picnic and see why Scottsdale is the ultimate destination for astronomers.
Spring is Blossoming
If you’re visiting Japan, but only staying for a short trip, there is no guarantee that you’ll see cherry blossoms. However, pre-planning and a little research about predicted blooming times in the region you’re visiting should improve your odds. For example, in Okinawa, where the weather is subtropical, cherry blossoms pop out in the middle of January, with peak viewing times in early February.
Bring the Whole Family
Have you considered bringing the entire family along on an epic multigenerational trip with Hilton Grand Vacations? Family getaways are an amazing way to strengthen your bond. You’ll make special memories to cherish for years to come — be it that time grandpa took the kids snorkeling, the cousins playing in the sand or everyone creating a meal together to share — and if your family members live in another city or state, time spent together is even more precious.
Take Your Kids to Scottsdale, Arizona: Family-friendly Activities in the Sonoran Desert
Scottsdale is just a four-hour flight from Toronto and under three hours from Vancouver, which is just one reason a million Canadians head to Arizona every year looking for sunshine, red rocks, and some of the best spas and golf courses you can find.
How Far Would You Go to See a Work of Art?
In search of an elusive modern work of art situated in a remote part of Japan, I traveled for over 22 hours by air, landing in Tokyo and continuing on to Fukuoka airport. There I took a subway ride to Hakata Station where I jumped on the sonic express train to Usa in Ōita Prefecture. Finally, we took a short drive to a lakeside park and began our hike.
Why Solo Travel Is on the Rise
Today’s travel enthusiasts aren’t waiting around for a plus one. There’s no doubt that lockdowns and restrictions during the pandemic changed the way we vacation and travel. For many months, airplanes sat dormant and airports were ghostly empty. Even some ground travel was off-limits. It’s no wonder that, as airports are once again operating normally, people are keen to get back to traveling the world freely. What is surprising however is how they are doing so...
Warm Up at an Onsen Inn
The macaque monkeys who regularly take to Japan’s natural hot springs with icicles hanging from their fur may do so simply to enjoy a reprieve from the cold winter temperatures. But there’s another intriguing reason these animals have made hot spring bathing part of their routine.
Researchers at the Jigokudani Monkey Park in Joshinetsu Kogen National Park in Nagano prefecture have found that these simians take a steamy dip to benefit from the relaxing properties of the warm mineral-rich water.
Researchers at the Jigokudani Monkey Park in Joshinetsu Kogen National Park in Nagano prefecture have found that these simians take a steamy dip to benefit from the relaxing properties of the warm mineral-rich water.
Experience the Art of Sake Making at These Breweries in Japan
“Good water makes all the difference,” my guide explains as we tour a sake brewery that uses spring water from a source tapped 656 feet below the ground. At Nakano Sake Brewery in the castle town of Kitsuki, they take that water and combine it with mold and rice, waiting 40 days for it to ferment and brew. Classical music is piped through to the tank room to create the perfect environment — and it certainly works. This 6th generation brewery has won multiple awards for its sake.
Kayaking in the Desert
When I arrived in Scottsdale, I expected to find towering saguaro cacti, parched landscapes, and red rock formations. What I wasn’t counting on were all the opportunities available to see the Sonoran Desert from the water. Arizona remains an incredibly popular U.S. destination, welcoming more than a million Canadians every year who come to escape winter, enjoy the local spas, play golf and shop.
But as Old Town Scottsdale is within just a 60-minute drive of eight lakes and rivers, it’s worth trying a range of watersports in the desert, including kayaking.
But as Old Town Scottsdale is within just a 60-minute drive of eight lakes and rivers, it’s worth trying a range of watersports in the desert, including kayaking.
Three Unexpected Ways to Experience Calgary
Alberta’s biggest city is known for the annual Calgary Stampede, the birthplace of the Caesar cocktail and the booming energy sector but it's an eclectic city with even more to offer visitors.
For instance, for a city 675 kilometres from the nearest ocean, it might surprise you to see folks in wetsuits strolling through city parks with surfboards under their arms…
For instance, for a city 675 kilometres from the nearest ocean, it might surprise you to see folks in wetsuits strolling through city parks with surfboards under their arms…
How to Avoid Airport Chaos by Choosing Flight-Free Travel This Summer
Pandemic travel restrictions have lifted, and those eager to return to flying are creating a boom in bookings. But many environmental advocates are encouraging us to stay grounded, repeating the message that air travel is destroying the planet. Wasn’t the pandemic supposed to be the pause we needed to reflect on our unsustainable travel habits?
The Pandemic Heightened My Anxiety: Now, Adventures Are Helping Me Get Back to Myself
The blade of my paddle slices a path through the clear waters of Arizona’s Saguaro Lake. Carved through canyon walls and surrounded by an abundance of towering Saguaro cacti, this man-made Sonoran Desert Lake is a refreshing oasis...
A Hotel in Scottsdale is Offering Cactus Massages So We Gave it a Try
The Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale at Troon North artfully blends into its desert surroundings at the foothills of Pinnacle Peak. Cleverly laid out casitas and suites make you feel like you are part of the high Sonoran desert landscape while providing privacy and a serene retreat from the world.
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