by Allan A. Swenson America is blessed with many magnificent natural wonders. Two of the most splendid are Bryce and Zion National Parks. Fifty yeas ago I stood in awe when I first visited these incredible marvels of stone. My wife had never been … [Read More...] about Southwest Sensations: Bryce and Zion Parks
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Lapping It Up In Norway
by Margaret Deefholts I'm standing on a bluff located deep within the Arctic Circle, wishing I could strip off my clothes. Well, some of them anyway. Expecting to be chilled to the bone, I'm wearing a thick fleece jacket, and leggings under my … [Read More...] about Lapping It Up In Norway
Reims, France: A Champagne High
by Justin Jangraw A bubbly liquid runs through the veins of the French in the Champagne-Ardennes province and the heart pumping it is Reims. Reims is the epicenter of Champagne production for the world. In fact, Champagne worldwide is only created … [Read More...] about Reims, France: A Champagne High
On Hemingway’s Trail in Havana
Ernest Hemingway lived in Havana, Cuba from the 1930s. Find out about the bars, restaurants and hotels he frequented, and that you can now visit. by Habeeb Salloum A few years ago, on a trip to Havana, Hemingway's granddaughter Mariel is reported … [Read More...] about On Hemingway’s Trail in Havana
Sweetheart Sites of San Francisco
by Jane Cassie How do time-deprived couples manage to stay blissfully connected these days? While juggling jobs, kids and homestead, who has the energy to keep love alive and sparks flying? Desperate for a pulse-quickening gift, and one that’s far … [Read More...] about Sweetheart Sites of San Francisco
The Giant Ogoh-Ogohs of Bali
by Connie Motz Located in South East Asia, the mystical island of Bali is only one of 18,110 islands making the world’s largest archipelago – Indonesia. I have had the wonderful privilege of visiting this exotic island twice – this second trip was … [Read More...] about The Giant Ogoh-Ogohs of Bali
Taming the Dragon
by Joei Carlton Hossack The Skytrain ride for my day trip to downtown Vancouver for my first experience of dragon boating had me intimidated. Even as I walked from the Main Street/Science World station to the Creekside Community Recreation … [Read More...] about Taming the Dragon
Getting Away From it All – And Then Some
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
South Korea’s Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
by Irene Butler Day Trips from Seoul to the Demilitarized Zone or DMZ attract visitors from around the globe – over three million a year, according to our tour guide Lee. Rick and I, along with another half-dozen tourists exit South Korea’s … [Read More...] about South Korea’s Demilitarized Zone (DMZ)
B.C.’s Fort Steele: More Than Just A Ghost Town
by Chris Millikan Located in BC's sunny southeast corner, the Cranbrook region provides enjoyable summer highlights, especially for families. Over many years, my hubby, two kids and parents have taken advantage of holiday opportunities there: … [Read More...] about B.C.’s Fort Steele: More Than Just A Ghost Town
Fields of Dreams in the Fraser Valley
by Jane Cassie If you grow them they will come. Well, they did and we have. I’m returning home from Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa after a much needed retreat with two women friends when we stop, and literally take time to smell the … [Read More...] about Fields of Dreams in the Fraser Valley
Beijing With Kids
by Steve Holcroft Arriving in Beijing to a more modern airport than I’d naively expected, I wondered whether we really needed the guide I’d booked over the ‘net two days before. Rebekah’s English was excellent and, but for an unnerving habit of … [Read More...] about Beijing With Kids