Adventure Activities and Cultural Experiences From Around the World
When it comes to my travel wardrobe, I’ve always chosen function over fashion. I opt for items that are multipurpose, don’t wrinkle easily, travel lightly, and most importantly, are comfortable to wear for a full day in destination. As a result, my travel clothes are fairly basic, leaving a lot to be desired. The folks […]
Break out your dirndl or lederhosen, it’s time to celebrate Oktoberfest! I’ve always wanted to celebrate Oktoberfest. Images of savoury sausages grilling over a fire, women impressively carrying a handful of litre-steins to thirsty festival goers, and of course, the lively oompah-pah bands entertaining the crowds have made me want to experience Oktoberfest for myself […]
The world is your oyster. But like platters of freshly shucked Kumamotos, travelling can get expensive. So here are some tips on how to vacation without destroying your wallet. Live Like a Local Forget about swanky suites or even mid-range hotel rooms. It’s all about that hostel life. A bunk in a dorm room in […]
Located on the southeastern coast of Nova Scotia’s Cape Breton Island, the Fortress of Louisbourg was one of the busiest seaports in North America during the mid-18th century. It was built in 1713 to protect and provide a base for France’s lucrative North American fishing industry and also to protect Quebec City from British invasions. […]
If you travel often to the United States, you’ve probably been frustrated at some point by currency-related transactions. Maybe you take out U.S. cash before you cross the border, which takes time and costs money. Or maybe you use a Canadian-dollar credit card when south of the border and get hit with nasty currency conversion […]