by Barb Rees Drumheller, Donalda, Bruderheim, and Wainwright … What do they have in common? They are a few of the places and history in Alberta we discovered when we wandered around Alberta the summer of 2015. The theme was history. Following … [Read More...] about Wandering Around Historical Alberta
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First-class or no-frills? You have your choice of two side-by-side Bruges hotels
by Tom Douglas What a difference a door makes! “Tourists land in here, take one look at the surroundings and know right away there’s been some mistake,” says Johan Creytens, owner of the Heritage Hotel in Bruges, Belgium, the city of canals … [Read More...] about First-class or no-frills? You have your choice of two side-by-side Bruges hotels
Romancing the Stone: Streaking Along the Sunshine Coast and Visiting Rockwater Secret Cove Resort
Story and photos by Cherie Thiessen In the old days we knew it as Lord Jim Resort, a collection of chalets and cottages on a pretty part of British Columbia's Sunshine Coast, picturesquely named Halfmoon Bay. We would drop in for a decent meal … [Read More...] about Romancing the Stone: Streaking Along the Sunshine Coast and Visiting Rockwater Secret Cove Resort
Olympia, Greece: Catching the First Games
by Chris Millikan For twelve wonderful days, the newly inaugurated Carnival Freedom drops us at alluring Mediterranean ports steeped in glorious times past…and docking at Katakolon, Greece is no different. This sleepy seaside town of 600 … [Read More...] about Olympia, Greece: Catching the First Games
Horne Lake Caves: Sightseeing Under Vancouver Island
By Chris Millikan An exceptional day trip from Courtney, BC introduces us to the mysterious world of spelunking at Horne Lake Caves Provincial Park. In Horne Lake’s caverns, caving encounters can be easy or extreme, self-guided or … [Read More...] about Horne Lake Caves: Sightseeing Under Vancouver Island
Escape into California Wine Country
Story and photos by Theresa Perenich "Are you really cruising the wine country in California?" asked one of our Georgia friends. "Yes," said my partner Phil. "We're going on a three day Culture of the Vine cruise with Cruise West. The ship embarks … [Read More...] about Escape into California Wine Country
Outdoor Adventures in Colorado: A Family Guide
When we moved to Colorado, we quickly discovered that outdoor adventures in Colorado are more than just a weekend treat—they became part of our everyday life. I was amazed by how easily we could plan family outings, whether it was a morning hike or … [Read More...] about Outdoor Adventures in Colorado: A Family Guide
Avoid the Crowds at the Un-Yosemite, Lassen Volcanic National Park
by Joan Fitting Scott In 2004, some 3.2 million visitors made the pilgrimage to the 1,200 square miles of stunning, protected wilderness that is Yosemite National Park, high in California's central Sierra Nevada range. Contrast this to about … [Read More...] about Avoid the Crowds at the Un-Yosemite, Lassen Volcanic National Park
Old Quebec Carries the Aura of Canadian History
by Habeeb Salloum From Québec City’s magnificent castle-like Le Château Frontenac with its medieval stone towers, gables and copper turrets, we surveyed the St. Lawrence River. For a long time, we stood enjoying the enchanting view. From our … [Read More...] about Old Quebec Carries the Aura of Canadian History
Wine and Dine in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Niagara-on-the-Lake is one of those places that pulls you in from the moment you arrive. As soon as I arrived, I was captivated by the inviting atmosphere and the unmistakable aroma of delicious food. It didn’t take long to understand why this town … [Read More...] about Wine and Dine in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Fort Langley: A Step Back in Time
by Joei Carlton Hossack It was a perfect day trip from Vancouver, British Columbia to the National Historic Site at Fort Langley. It was sunny and warm and there was little traffic on the highway for our mid-week outing. My friend Edith and I … [Read More...] about Fort Langley: A Step Back in Time
The Philippine Island of Bohol
by Irene Butler Day trips from Manila to Bohol are a popular choice with island-hoppers, which speak volumes since the Philippine archipelago is comprised of 7,107 islands! After a short flight from the country’s capital we arrive in … [Read More...] about The Philippine Island of Bohol