by Barbara Barton Sloane “The sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever. –Jacques Yves Cousteau A world of wonder is what you find at Turkey’s Black Sea. The region is rich in heritage, in sights, in culture – from … [Read More...] about Turkey’s Beautiful Black Sea
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River Safari: Off the Beaten Track In Fiji
by Chris Millikan My hubby Rick and I had always dreamed of going on a safari into distant exotic wilds. We just didn’t expect it to be aboard a sleek jet boat in the heart of Viti Levu, Fiji’s main island… Picked up early from our charming … [Read More...] about River Safari: Off the Beaten Track In Fiji
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
Nimes – Roman In Southern France
by Glen Cowley Nimes. Chances are you know the name. Like as not you have worn it. This ancient city of southern France shares the tough durable quality of denim, the famed cotton work pants rooted in the California Gold Rush of the 1840's. It … [Read More...] about Nimes – Roman In Southern France
Scenic Santa Fe: An Enchanted City Any Time of Year
By Jane Cassie Like an annoying metronome, the wipers slap in time to Michael Buble's rendition of Come Fly With Me as they clear the fresh cache of snow from our windshield. "What's with this?" I say to my husband who's sitting next to me in the … [Read More...] about Scenic Santa Fe: An Enchanted City Any Time of Year
London: Prince Henry’s Room: 17 Fleet Street EC4
by Anna Marie Benton The guidebook stated that there was not much worth looking at in London’s Chancery Lane. When the courts were open, one could see the bewigged barristers, or there was the original Twinings Tea, the oldest continuously run … [Read More...] about London: Prince Henry’s Room: 17 Fleet Street EC4
Bears, Brothels and Bards – London’s Bankside
by David Elliott I'm standing on a narrow, cobbled street in London, looking up at a blackened corpse hanging in a gibbet. This guy must have done something pretty diabolical, like steal a loaf of bread, or perhaps he even insulted the Bishop. … [Read More...] about Bears, Brothels and Bards – London’s Bankside
The Hoover Dam’s Human Touches
The Hoover Dam in terms of human endeavour symbolizes all the best of Depression era America by Dr. Bonnie Devet Tour guides itch only to inform. But their cargo of facts and figures often spurs travelers to seek out what is real, what is human in … [Read More...] about The Hoover Dam’s Human Touches
Romanticism is Alive – If you can find it – At Ireland’s Cliffs of Moher
by Erin Wiggins Shaver My husband and I met in an American Irish pub, over the ubiquitous libation that is well known in the U.S. as the Irish Car Bomb. Five years later we finally experienced the real deal—on our honeymoon, no less—seeking the … [Read More...] about Romanticism is Alive – If you can find it – At Ireland’s Cliffs of Moher
Meeting With Tigers in Thailand
by Patricea Chow-Capodieci When planning our holiday in Thailand, my husband had exclaimed excitedly, “Let’s go and see the Kanchanaburi tigers. It will be fun!” I love an adventure and had enthusiastically agreed that meeting these majestic … [Read More...] about Meeting With Tigers in Thailand
Indigenous Culture and Heritage Sites to Visit Around Toronto
Often celebrated for its skyscrapers and bustling city life, Toronto holds deeper cultural layers that trace back to its Indigenous roots. As you explore the city's landscapes, from the iconic Fort York to the serene paths of High Park, you uncover … [Read More...] about Indigenous Culture and Heritage Sites to Visit Around Toronto
A Foodie’s Guide to New Orleans Beyond Bourbon Street
New Orleans, Louisiana, is a city that has always been synonymous with vibrant culture and lively music. But when I first visited, it was the food that left the deepest impression on me. Most people head straight to Bourbon Street, seeking the famous … [Read More...] about A Foodie’s Guide to New Orleans Beyond Bourbon Street