Whistler Train Wreck Trail Tucked away in an old-growth forest, hidden between train tracks and the Cheakamus River, the Whistler Train Wreck site has quietly become a popular Whistler tourist attraction. The Train Wreck is home to several decaying box cars that were abandoned after a crash that occurred in 1956. Train derailments were not […]
How to spend 3 days in Tokyo: Travel guide for first time visitors
Are you planning to travel to Japan for the first time? If so, this detailed Tokyo blog post was written for you. Most first time visitors to Japan will arrive, and likely depart, from Tokyo. It’s a fascinating city that deserves at least a few days of exploration. In this post, we share how to […]
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 […]
Thinking about a European River Cruise? Here’s what you need to know.
European River Cruise with Viking River Cruises Discovering Europe on an intimate river cruise was on our travel wish list for many years. So it should not come as a surprise that we jumped at the opportunity to explore Portugal’s celebrated Douro Valley with Viking River Cruises. The tour we did is called Portugal’s River of […]
Is Savannah worth visiting? Quick Travel Guide for Savannah, Georgia
Should you visit Savannah, Georgia? I finally visited Savannah after years of reading about its charming Spanish moss squares and haunted history. The purpose of my visit was to attend a work conference, so I actually didn’t choose to visit Savannah. Which got me thinking – is Savannah worth visiting as a travel destination? It’s […]
3 days in Los Angeles with kids – A Weekend in Los Angeles itinerary
How to spend 3 days in Los Angeles with kids A few months ago, we tried something new. Rather then travel as a family of four, we each took one boy on a separate mini-adventure. One parent, one boy. For this short trip, we decided to spend an extra long weekend in Los Angeles, California. […]
Everything you need to know about an Alaska cruise on Celebrity Eclipse
Alaska cruise on the Celebrity Eclipse cruise ship There’s a lot to consider when booking an Alaska cruise vacation. The cruise ship you choose can make or break your experience, so it’s wise to do your research. We had trouble finding content about the Celebrity Eclipse cruise ship, so this post will address the questions […]
10 Common Family Travel Mistakes (and how to avoid them)
Family travel mistakes and how to avoid them As we plan our upcoming travels, we’re reminded of the lessons learned while traveling with young children. Also known as our family travel mistakes. We’ve taken our boys to a lot of places over the last few years and each trip has taught us something new. In […]
