Destination: Canada & USA


Canada From Coast to Coast – The Yukon




Well today I’m going to talk about the Yukon, so we’re still on the Western side of the country. The Yukon shares its western border with Alaska, and the landscape, terrain is wild and mountainous with more land than people. The first thing I think when I think of the Yukon is the Aurora Borealis also known as the Northern Lights, the wonder of it! Imagine getting to watch the sky dance! So the slogan for the Yukon is “Larger Than Life”, and really it does seem appropriate! You can get there by plane or boat, but most people road-trip….


Canada From Coast to Coast – The Gulf Islands, BC.




I’m still in BC I realize that, but it’s a big province with a lot to do and experience. And frankly this group of posts would be incomplete if I didn’t dedicate a post to our gulf islands and ferry routes. The Gulf Islands comprise of 15 islands, plus numerous small islets and reef areas. The forested Gulf Islands include Mayne, Galiano, Hornby, and Gabriola. The largest is Salt Spring, famed for its locavore-minded farmers, artisan producers, and organic vineyards. Wildlife, nature, coastal activities. For more details and information on the Gulf Island check out https://gulfislandstourism.com/ All the Islands I’m…


11 Gorgeous Hotels & Luxury Rentals – Whistler, BC




Having just finished Vancouver, BC, I thought that it was only fitting that I also cover Whistler, BC. The reality is that if you go to Vancouver, you’re going to want to go there as well for more than a day. Located in the spectacular Coast Mountains of British Columbia just two hours north of Vancouver, Whistler is Canada’s favourite year-round destination. There are two majestic mountains with a vibrant base Village, epic skiing and snowboarding, four championship golf courses, unbeatable shopping, restaurants and bars, accommodation to suit every budget, hiking trails, spas and arguably the best mountain bike park…


13 Fabulous Hotels – Vancouver, BC Canada




Well I’m back with another post covering British Columbia’s biggest city, Vancouver. We tend to refer the Lower Mainland as Vancouver, but the city itself is really not that big in square mileage. For the purposes of this post I am going only writing about Downtown Vancouver. I spent the majority of my adult life living in Vancouver, and it is truly a beautiful city with much to offer and do, from its nightlife to the endless outdoor activities, most of which you can do year round. One of my favourite parts of Vancouver is the Sea Wall, a stone…


12 Iconic Hotels in NYC – NY, USA




So I have to confess that I’ve sort of avoided NYC up to this point, not because it isn’t an amazing city, but because to choose only a handful of hotels or so it exceedingly difficult. NY, much like Paris & London could have dozens of listings. However, that would be defeating the purpose of this blog. To help you narrow it down. If I list too many you may as well just google it, and as we know that’s just overwhelming and not helpful. My list includes hotels that are historically iconic and new on the scene (meaning 21st…


11 Memorable Hotels & Venues – Carmel & Monterey, California




The last time I was in California I finally got myself to Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea. It’s always been on the list, so this time I made a point of getting there (it’s a 4-5 hour or 200 mile drive from my cousins, so not exactly convenient). They are both beautiful small communities and make me want to go back; so now I finally get why people love this part of the California coastline. I would happily live in Carmel, and you can check out my recent adventures here! So with this inspiration I thought I’d give you some beautiful hotels…