Tag Along Travel has visited the following locations in Canada:
Alberta, Britsh Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario, and Quebec
If you have questions for Tag Along Travel about any of these destinations, contact me.
5 things you should consider if you plan to travel during the pandemic
Steve and I hopped on a flight to British Columbia this past August to celebrate our anniversary in Vancouver and to visit my sister and her partner in Vernon. We felt relatively prepared and comfortable travelling domestically, but we faced a few unexpected challenges related to the pandemic. If your plans include jetting off before we see the other side of the coronavirus, you might benefit from our experience with these pandemic travel considerations. 1. Get the right mask for the plane Health authorities have reported that the way air circulates and is filtered on a plane makes it harder for viruses to spread. However, you are in very close proximity to others, and the crowded environment in the airport presents a risk too. Steve and I are on the very cautious side. Even though we’re double-vaxxed, we know it’s still possible to become infected. Yes, we’re pretty unlikely to become very sick, but we aim to get through this pandemic without getting the virus. Even vaccinated people have experienced long-covid symptoms, and we want to keep our risk as low as possible. So, with that context, we set out to get some N95 masks to use while in transit. [...]
My tag-along trip staying at Mere hotel in Winnipeg
Thanks to covid, it’s been more than a year since my last trip tagging along on Steve’s business travel. No planes, trains, Ubers, hotel rooms, or Airbnb stays. Then, due to a virtual conference Steve had to attend based in the European time zone, I found myself staying at the Mere hotel in Winnipeg for two nights. I was excited. I thought it might feel like a mini-tag-along getaway. […]
Winnipeg’s Qaumajuq Inuit art centre first of its kind
The Winnipeg Art Gallery (WAG) was established in 1912 and is Canada’s oldest civic gallery. Late last month, it threw the doors open to a stunning addition—an art centre comprising the world’s largest collection of contemporary Inuit art. The 40,000-square-foot centre is called Qaumajuq, which is Inuktitut and translates to, “It is bright, it is lit.” With its radiant white stone facade and sun-drenched interior, it’s aptly named. […]
How a gratitude jar works
As we embark on a (hopefully) better year than the last one, many of us who set resolutions are staring reality in the face right about now. As we end the first week of 2021, we’re straining under new workout routines, trying to make it through the month without alcohol, or committing to eating more plant-based meals. Chances are, we won’t stick to these new habits beyond February. One resolution I made in 2017, though, has had remarkable staying power. I’ve been keeping a gratitude jar. It’s a powerful happiness hack backed by research, and resolving to set one up might be the easiest and best resolution you’ve ever undertaken. […]
Okanagan Valley – The Perfect Canadian Retreat
If you’re mulling over a Canadian escape this year, British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley should be a top contender. It’s an active traveller’s dream with nearby skiing, hiking, and golf, and if you’re a wine lover, some of Canada’s award-winning vintages hail from this region. Paired with a cozy Airbnb—winter or summer, this stunning destination has plenty of appeal. […]
What to pack when visiting Churchill, Manitoba in Summer
Deciding what to pack when visiting Churchill, Manitoba in summer has its challenges. A fall or winter visit means you will have to pack lots of super warm clothing. But, on our summer trip in late July, we had temperatures that ranged from about 10 C (50 F) to 26 C (78.8 F). Keep in mind that temperatures feel much colder when out on a boat in the middle of Hudson’s Bay. A visit to Churchill in the summer means you need to have lots of options. You also should be prepared with the gear that will help you enjoy an outdoor wildlife adventure. […]
