Travel often begins with food, and markets give the clearest view of local life. Culinary markets around the world bring together farmers, cooks, and families who share daily meals and time-tested habits. In Istanbul, vendors line busy streets with … [Read More...] about Culinary Markets Around the World Travelers Should Visit
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Historic Steveston’s Cannery Row
by Irene Butler "He's too short, and too ugly to marry," said Asayo. At first it was thought this "picture bride" was in bad sorts from her long journey from Hiroshima Japan in 1923-but she meant it. As was the practice of the time, … [Read More...] about Historic Steveston’s Cannery Row
Walking The South China Sea
by Margaret Deefholts I’m standing at the edge of a pontoon, gazing down at the greedy waters of the South China Sea off the shores of Sabah, Borneo, and I’m scared witless. In fact, “witless” is what I must have been to sign on for this escapade … [Read More...] about Walking The South China Sea
Pharaohs in the Piazzas: Uncovering Egypt in Rome
by Rick Millikan While rolling our baggage from nearby Termini Train Station, my wife Chris and I contemplate a dream come true: visiting Rome’s regal ruins and gorgeous gurgling fountains. And then…we stumble onto Egypt. Passing an obelisk in … [Read More...] about Pharaohs in the Piazzas: Uncovering Egypt in Rome
Hiking Around Comox: Bumping Up Fitness
by Chris Millikan A two-night stay up on the Forbidden Plateau outside Comox, B.C. results in three rewarding day hikes. A day trip from our Coastal Trek Resort takes us to Strathcona, British Columbia’s first Provincial Park. Driving to … [Read More...] about Hiking Around Comox: Bumping Up Fitness
Romancing the West Coast Waves in Tofino, BC
Story and Photos by Julia Davis The tangerine sun begins its daily departure. To our left looms a thick backdrop of old growth evergreens. To our right, clear waves tumble at our feet. Dusk settles over smooth charcoal coloured sand as we walk, … [Read More...] about Romancing the West Coast Waves in Tofino, BC
Hérens Cattle of the Swiss Alps fight with Udders – and that’s no bull
Story and photos by Tom Douglas It’s not the kind of sport Ernest Hemingway would have extolled in one of his adventure novels. In fact, the macho author would probably have snickered into his margarita at the thought of attending the cattle … [Read More...] about Hérens Cattle of the Swiss Alps fight with Udders – and that’s no bull
Geothermal Wonders and Glowworm Caves in New Zealand’s North Island
By Irene Butler Pohutu Geyser erupts on average twenty times a day… it should not be long now. My husband Rick and I patiently wait before the gigantic rock mound from which intermittent spurts of steam escape through a large central crevice. … [Read More...] about Geothermal Wonders and Glowworm Caves in New Zealand’s North Island
Yurting it by China’s Lake Karakul
by Joanne Lane I am yakking in a yurt about yaks. Outside an icy wind is blowing so we've gathered around a fire made from yak dung. This keeps the yurt surprisingly warm and no, it doesn't smell. We have warm blankets, lots of chay (tea) … [Read More...] about Yurting it by China’s Lake Karakul
In Val d’Isere, Late Season Skiing Has Old World Charm
by Gelu Sulugiuc At the top of the 9,275-foot Rocher de Bellevarde peak on a crisp day, surrounded by the majestic panorama of the snow-capped Alps, I looked down the slope where Jean-Claude Killy entered his name in the annals of ski history and … [Read More...] about In Val d’Isere, Late Season Skiing Has Old World Charm
Around Xian City: China’s Ancient Capital
by Chris Millikan When touring China’s legendary sights with twenty other enthusiasts, my husband and I encountered unimagined marvels in Xian, the old capital where early Emperors ruled for 3000 years. Two amazing days began high atop ramparts of … [Read More...] about Around Xian City: China’s Ancient Capital
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