By Chris Millikan A day trip from Naples, Italy introduces us to one of Europe’s best-preserved archaeological sites. The catastrophic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 AD entombed Pompeii under six meters of volcanic ash. Entering this sophisticated … [Read More...] about Roman Pompeii: Suspended in Time
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Visiting the Past: Montreal’s Historic Heart
by Chris Millikan History buffs love sauntering along old Montreal’s cobbled European-style streets…or wandering her public squares surrounded by grand cathedrals, historic homes and museums. My hubby Rick and I recently join the curious throng … [Read More...] about Visiting the Past: Montreal’s Historic Heart
Romancing the Stone: Streaking Along the Sunshine Coast and Visiting Rockwater Secret Cove Resort
Story and photos by Cherie Thiessen In the old days we knew it as Lord Jim Resort, a collection of chalets and cottages on a pretty part of British Columbia's Sunshine Coast, picturesquely named Halfmoon Bay. We would drop in for a decent meal … [Read More...] about Romancing the Stone: Streaking Along the Sunshine Coast and Visiting Rockwater Secret Cove Resort
Wine and Dine in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Niagara-on-the-Lake is one of those places that pulls you in from the moment you arrive. As soon as I arrived, I was captivated by the inviting atmosphere and the unmistakable aroma of delicious food. It didn’t take long to understand why this town … [Read More...] about Wine and Dine in Niagara-on-the-Lake
Discovering The Quiet Magic Of Florida’s Coastal Towns
The quiet charm of Florida's coastal towns has a pull that words can barely contain. I discovered this during a week-long escape with my partner, when we decided to trade crowded streets for open skies and see what life felt like beyond the constant … [Read More...] about Discovering The Quiet Magic Of Florida’s Coastal Towns
Okanagan Get-A-Way: Some of Kelowna’s Many Sides
by Chris Millikan Electric bikes kick off our whirlwind Okanagan escapade in style. On the first glorious day, my hubby and I mount these steely chargers and blissfully explore along Kelowna’s scenic bench lands. Up the street from our lakeside … [Read More...] about Okanagan Get-A-Way: Some of Kelowna’s Many Sides
Patagonia Passage
by Cherie Thiessen I hold unto the side of the building to prevent the unrelenting Puerto Natales wind from turfing me onto the busy road. It has already scooped up at least five travellers, backpacks and all. One of the airborne was my partner, … [Read More...] about Patagonia Passage
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
Legends of the Pony Express
by Kathleen Walls For those of us of a certain age, the legend of the Pony Express is branded into our collective consciousness by images of larger than life heroes engaged in non-stop adventures as they blazed an endless trail across the American … [Read More...] about Legends of the Pony Express
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
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
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