Sea to Sky Gondola in Squamish, British Columbia When I first learned about the plan to build the Sea to Sky Gondola in Squamish, I was skeptical. As residents of North Vancouver, we often drive the Sea to Sky Highway enroute to Whistler. Back then, I viewed Squamish as the half-way point to Whistler, not […]
You should travel to Salamanca, Spain. Here’s why.
The charming city of Salamanca, Spain Salamanca is one of the most fascinating cities we’ve visited in Europe. Known for its ornate sandstone architecture and the historical University of Salamanca, this ancient city is one of Spain’s most beautiful. If you plan to visit the Iberian Peninsula, you must add Salamanca to your travel plans. Located […]
Why you should visit Telegraph Cove on Vancouver Island, British Columbia
Telegraph Cove on Vancouver Island Telegraph Cove is a picturesque fishing village located on the northeast coast of Vancouver Island in British Columbia. It’s home to one of the last boardwalk settlements left on Vancouver Island and is the gateway to one of the richest marine ecosystems in the world. It’s named after a one-man […]
The Best Road Trip from Vancouver for first time visitors
Vancouver road trip itinerary As residents of Vancouver, we’re often asked about the best things to do in Vancouver. One question we’ve been asked a lot recently is – what is the best road trip from Vancouver for first time visitors? It’s a great question. You have plenty of options in British Columbia. Do you […]
Hiking the Diamond Head Crater Trail in Honolulu, Hawaii
Diamond Head Crater in Honolulu, Hawaii Without question, hiking to the summit of the Diamond Head Hike is one of the most popular things to do in Honolulu. I first caught a glimpse of the iconic volcano crater from my window seat as the aircraft circled Honolulu while preparing to land. It’s an impressive landmark […]
Glamping in Kelowna at Unique Canvas Luxury Camping
Glamping in Kelowna One of the highlights from our time in Kelowna was glamping with Unique Canvas Luxury Camping. We’ve been glamping before, but this was the first time sharing the experience as a family of four. Coincidentally, the weekend prior was also the first time we went camping together as a family. Experiencing both […]
What it’s like to travel to Oahu Hawaii right now (during Covid pandemic)
Travel to Oahu Hawaii during Covid pandemic After 21 long months, we FINALLY left Canada! In today’s blog post, we talk about what it’s like to travel to Oahu Hawaii right now. While it’s not easy to travel to Oahu Hawaii right now (or anywhere, for that matter), it’s also not that difficult. Hawaii has […]
25 Photos that will inspire you to visit Curacao this winter
Photos that will inspire you to visit Curaçao Are you thinking about visiting a new tropical destination this winter? If so, have you considered the island of Curaçao? Located in the Southern Caribbean, about 100 kilometers north of Venezuela, Curacao is the largest of the Netherland Antilles. It’s the ‘C’ in the trio of ABC islands. […]