Vietnam’s historic Hue (pronounced hu-ay) is located on the banks of the Perfume River and is home to more than 300 temples and pagodas. Thankfully, we did not visit all of them. That would have made for a very long [...]
In complete contrast to our first stop in bustling Hanoi, Ha Long Bay offered a serene landscape of soaring limestone pillars, calm waters, fascinating caves, and a community of cheery junk boats cruising its inlets. […]
Steve and I are frequent users of VRBO and Airbnb. When we’re staying in one place for more than a couple of days, a short-term rental offers many benefits over a hotel. Generally, we’ve had a super experience. But, there [...]
If you haven’t booked an Air Canada international flight in a while, you’ll notice a new category when you make your reservation. It’s called premium economy and it’s positioned as a comfort level between business class and regular old economy. [...]
A lot of people get down on airports. Yes, they can be stressful if you’re rushing because of a tight connection or your plane has been grounded for maintenance. But once you’re through the rigmarole of security, there’s a lot [...]
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights is the first national museum in Canada located outside the nation’s capital Ottawa. Acclaimed architect Antoine Predock designed the breathtaking building, which since opening this past fall, has taken its place as a defining [...]
Recognizing that it’s not always possible (or desirable) to tag along on your spouse’s business travel, there are several good reasons to make it happen. […]
I used to hate the idea of organized tours of any kind. It evoked images of crowded busses filled with timid travellers who enjoyed being herded around from attraction to attraction and being spoon fed curated bits of local culture. [...]
It’s happened often. I’m on a trip and I hear a popular song a few times. It’s not necessarily a song I like, but years later when I hear it, I’m instantly transported back to that location including the memories, [...]