By Jane Cassie It’s that time of year again –when chocolate boxes are carved into hearts, roses brim from corner grocers, and cupid comes out of hiding. So, how are you going to celebrate the big day of romance? What love-struck surprise can you … [Read More...] about Sweetheart Sites of Seattle
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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
Following a Kilt Through Scotland
by Nell Raun-Linde Scotland -- a land of rivers and lochs, of barren rocky hills and green valleys, of crumbling abbeys and castle-fortresses on crags and sea cliffs. My first foray into this land north of England started in Glasgow and ended … [Read More...] about Following a Kilt Through Scotland
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
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
The Enchantment of California’s Central Coast
by Leslie Jones The rugged Santa Lucia Mountains gracefully tumble down to the Pacific Ocean along California's Central Coast. Towering high overhead, their majestic size safely guards many secrets of this intriguing area's cultural and historical … [Read More...] about The Enchantment of California’s Central Coast
Pisa: Discovering La Dolce Vita – Beyond The Tower
by Susan Van Allen The Tuscan sky put on a twilight show, complete with rosy clouds and amber rays, as a pair of nuns crossed the River Arno's pale stone bridge. The nuns eclipsed a couple at the bridge's center who fell into an embrace. … [Read More...] about Pisa: Discovering La Dolce Vita – Beyond The Tower
Planes, Trains and Automobiles: A stop in the Port Alberni area has all the bases covered
by Margo Malcolm Rushing on your way to Long Beach or lazing on the beaches of Parksville/Qualicum Beach, you might easily miss a visit to the town of Port Alberni. But that would be a mistake. This town is shrugging off the economic highs and … [Read More...] about Planes, Trains and Automobiles: A stop in the Port Alberni area has all the bases covered
Titanic Belfast – Birthplace of the Titanic
by Irene Butler From a distance it is likened to an immense iceberg glinting in the sun. As we near the edifice its appearance takes on the angular shape of four massive ship prows, each facing a different direction. Both perceptions are … [Read More...] about Titanic Belfast – Birthplace of the Titanic
Entrance Fee to Denman Island
by Susan Black The adventurous 81-kilometre drive to Denman Island is a pleasant day trip from Campbell River south along Highway 19A, also known as Oceanside Route. Our Russian Ural bike rally team was presented with views of Georgia Strait … [Read More...] about Entrance Fee to Denman Island
Olympic Peninsula Culinary Tour
by Barb Rees We dined on Scallops Provençale complimented with Columbia Valley “Domaine Ste. Michelle”, a sparkling Chardonnay at the luxurious “Inn at Port Ludlow.” The next day, after staying in one of their comfy suites with Jacuzzi tub, we left … [Read More...] about Olympic Peninsula Culinary Tour
Natal, Brazil’s Undiscovered Adventure Playground
by John Clites Our buggy hurtled up the dune, and I grabbed the roll bar with both hands, preparing again to leap the crest a la the Rat Patrol. At the last second Sergio, our bugueiro, yanked the steering wheel to the right and we slued to a stop … [Read More...] about Natal, Brazil’s Undiscovered Adventure Playground