Story by J. David Cox. “We have seals, whales, bears, bazillionaires and hurricane-force winds up here in Calm Channel. It may be a lot of things, but it ain’t calm!” Mark said this with his trademark grin on his face. My wife and I had just … [Read More...] about Getting Away From it All – And Then Some
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Galiano – The Gem of the Gulf Islands
by Lauren Kramer Just a puddle-jump away from the Lower Mainland, Galiano is magnificently undeveloped and pristine, its island charm unblemished by the tarnish of tourism. Don’t come for the shopping – though you may enjoy browsing through the … [Read More...] about Galiano – The Gem of the Gulf Islands
A Golf Getaway Deep In The Fraser Valley
by Julie H. Ferguson The view gobsmacks me as I wheel into the Pretty Estate Resort in Harrison Mills, an easy day trip from Vancouver. Why hadn’t I stopped here before? “You’re early,” the man at the pro shop tells me. “Is it your first … [Read More...] about A Golf Getaway Deep In The Fraser Valley
Getting a Schengen Visa Appointment: The Step Everyone Underestimates
Ask someone who recently applied for a Schengen visa what the hardest part was and almost nobody says the forms. They say they could not get an appointment. That single step is where most of the delay, most of the stress and a fair number of … [Read More...] about Getting a Schengen Visa Appointment: The Step Everyone Underestimates
A Texas State of Mind
Exploring a Capital City and Remembering the Alamo by Barbara Barton Sloane “Alright, alright, alright,” as one famous and easy-on-the-eyes Texan drawled in the classic film Dazed and Confused. In fact, those were the first words the actor … [Read More...] about A Texas State of Mind
Exploring a Vancouver ‘Hood
by Julie H. Ferguson When I’m in a big city anywhere, I often avoid tourist traps by exploring a neighbourhood. The experience gets me in touch with the locals and shows me what it’s like to live there. If you happen to be visiting … [Read More...] about Exploring a Vancouver ‘Hood
On the Trail of the Black and Whites
by Cherie Clement Summer has ended, the nights are drawing in and the majority of tourists are in annual hibernation, so now is the time to enjoy the sensory delights of many parts of the English countryside. My husband likes driving and taking … [Read More...] about On the Trail of the Black and Whites
Athens: The Olympics only Made it Better
by Dori Saltzman "That's a subway station?" my friend asked incredulously as she flipped through the photos of my trip to Athens. The photos which triggered her curiosity were a series of glass display cases filled with ancient pottery and … [Read More...] about Athens: The Olympics only Made it Better
Why Off-Season Travel Offers the Richest Rewards
I used to plan my vacations like everyone else—around holidays, school breaks, and sunny forecasts. But everything changed the year my partner and I booked a last-minute trip to Barcelona in late November. We weren’t chasing warm weather or … [Read More...] about Why Off-Season Travel Offers the Richest Rewards
Charm Meets Craft Breweries in Charleston, South Carolina
Charleston greeted me with its soft, golden light and the sound of horse hooves echoing through cobbled streets. The city felt like it had paused time—elegant antebellum homes, wrought-iron balconies, and a quiet warmth in the air. But just beneath … [Read More...] about Charm Meets Craft Breweries in Charleston, South Carolina
Safety Travel Tips for Seniors with Limited Mobility
Traveling is one of the pleasures that should not be restricted by age or physical abilities. Even for those seniors with restricted mobility, going out and discovering new places remains a valuable activity. Older people can travel safely and … [Read More...] about Safety Travel Tips for Seniors with Limited Mobility
Why You Should Travel to the Mountains When Life Feels Too Loud
Finding peace between work, social obligations, and the constant noise of urban life seems impossible. If you’ve ever felt like the noise of everyday life is drowning you out, it may be time to take a step back and consider one simple solution: You … [Read More...] about Why You Should Travel to the Mountains When Life Feels Too Loud