If I'm honest: one of my favourite things about long road trips is the boredom. Staring out at a prairie horizon that's coloured by the setting sun, or climbing up series of mountain switchbacks, I feel like my mind tunes into a different frequency. At first it seems like nothing but white noise and fuzz—but invariably, lightning strikes. And I know that some people meditate , and that this guy swims, but the road has a special place in my heart. Even where memories of the destination have ...
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Unique City Adventures in Toronto
Are you visiting Toronto for business and have a few days to explore on your own? Or do you have a stopover in the city on your way to other destinations? However long you're staying, besides the usual big-city stops, Toronto has unique attractions within the city center. This post is brought to you by IHG. I thought you’d find this article interesting and hope it will help you plan your city adventures in Toronto. To have adventures without leaving the city, you'll appreciate Toronto's ...
Top 5 Essentials for a Weekend Getaway to San Francisco
When we feel like we have all the time in the world, we tend to not worry as much about narrowing down our choices for activities, places to eat, and generally how we spend our time. But with our time limited to a couple days, we must be more selective with our choices. There is no lack of choices for things to do in San Francisco. In fact, it can be said that there are too many options. To make the most of your weekend getaway to San Francisco, I've included five essentials to take in the ...
Hope for the Best but Plan for the Worst When you Travel
This is a sponsored post. All opinions are 100% my own and I don't post unless I think you will get benefit from what I share. When it comes to travel, there are fun things to plan, like the food you're going to eat and the tours you'd like to go on, and then there are the boring but necessary things, like making sure all your travel documents are up-to-date. If you're injured, get sick, or otherwise find yourself in an emergency situation, having picked a Michelin star restaurant to ...
A Different Kind of Budget Travel – Thrifty Travel
Some general thoughts about the art of travelling on "shoestring" budgets, destinations & expectations, and budget travel. A few years ago, Tazim and I were living on the prairies in Cow-town— daydreaming about a different life, or at least of seeing the world beyond the rockies. We'd both been around North America a bit, in the company of our parents or family, and in fact, Tazim had already been overseas to London for a summer after high-school graduation, but neither of us had done ...
Stylish Mobile Accessories for People on the go (with Giveaway – Canada Only)
I don't know about you, but I use my iPhone for pretty much everything — which means that the battery runs out fairly quickly. With all the use that phone-y gets, I feel safe knowing that she is protected from scratches and what-not with Belkin's TrueClear Invisiglass Screen Protector. I feel much better knowing that I won't run out of battery life at a crucial moment (like when I'm trying to watch funny animal videos or obsessively check my weather forecast app), and that my sweet iPhone is ...
ZAGGfolio iPad Keyboard Case Review
This ZAGGfolio case would've been an absolute life saver on my month long trip to the USA last September! A keyboard and case in one, the ZAGGfolio gently caresses and encases my iPad. Made of carbon fibre, and complete with a removable bluetooth keyboard, the ZAGGfolio allows you to carry your iPad along with a portable keyboard. This is the perfect combination for getting things done on the go. ...
1000 Places to See Before You Die Travel Book Review and #Giveaway 3 Winners USA/Canada 06/28
I'm someone who loves to make lists of places I want to see and things I want to do. Of course, this is the perfect type of book for me. I don't tend to use just one travel book when I'm trying to decide what to visit/view, but this one will certainly be consulted before I go on vacation. I like the descriptions, and the added colour in this new edition. ...
NAVV Traveller USA iPad2 App Review
Whether on a road-trip, travelling to a new city or finding your way around your hometown, the NAVV Traveller makes for a fantastic companion. On our recent month-long trip to the USA, Greg and I visited many cities where we walked and used local transportation—but we also did a lot of driving. For a few days in Seattle and a few more in Orlando, plus 2 weeks throughout Texas, we drove—and NAVV Traveller showed us the way. There are 32 different NAVV apps for the iPhone/iPod, available for ...
Travel Essentials Round-Up
What seems essential for one type of trip or destination may not work for another. A money belt, for instance, seems silly for travel in Canada (I always chuckle to myself when I see tourists pulling out money from theirs where I work). I consider myself a seasoned traveller, and over the years I have adjusted the essential items I've brought with me. I carried a backpack when travelling throughout India, which was an absolute necessity given the amount of train and cycle rickshaw travelling we ...