Welcome to Tag Along Travel
Hi there! I’m Deborah and my spouse travels for work a lot. Sometimes I tag along, which is fab because who doesn’t love to travel? But it’s not always a passport to fun. When I’m grounded at home and he’s away, it can feel like a long layover after the airport bar closes. Join me to find out how to make business travel and marriage work. I recap my favourite travel destinations and adventures while trying to sort out how to enjoy the journey, whether tagging along or not.
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A quick and tasty 30 (awake) hours in Amsterdam
My December tag along trip with Steve to Delft was sandwiched between an evening in Amsterdam upon our arrival to the Netherlands, and a day-long visit before our departure to Istanbul. Bad planning – what were we thinking? You can’t possibly see even a fraction of all that Amsterdam has to offer in this paltry amount of time. Nevertheless, we managed to squeeze in some fun stuff and get a sense of the city. We’ll be back! […]
Solving challenges of business travel with your spouse
Tagging along with your significant other on business travel is different than travelling together on vacation. It’s a semi-independent travel experience that requires flexibility and a good dose of understanding. Even after a decade of accompanying Steve on various corporate gigs, I still have to remind myself at times that these two ingredients are key to a positive experience. […]
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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. […]
Will marriage and business travel change post-pandemic?
People have a lot of questions and concerns about combining marriage and business travel. I know that because the posts I’ve written on the subject get more visits on this blog than others. As the world starts to get vaccinated, business travel is expected to rebound. That leaves a new question–will spouses tagging along on business trips increase post-pandemic? […]
How dogs differ around the world
I adore dogs, which means I’m a keen observer of them when out and about either at home or when travelling. Over the years and across destinations, I’ve noticed differences in dog and owner behaviour and often wondered about it. I chalked it up to differences in cultures. After a bit of online research, it seems my hypothesis about how dogs differ around the world has some merit. […]
5 things I hope don’t change post-pandemic
With a Covid-19 vaccine slowly rolling out across the globe, we can start to see how we’ll turn the corner on this dreary pandemic. Living through this period has been, in turn, shocking, scary, boring, sad, and fascinating. But, as I look forward to a time when I’m not compelled to cross the street when someone is approaching to pass me on the sidewalk, there are some things I hope don’t change post-pandemic. […]
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. […]
The Risks of Travel
We’re not travelling any time soon. With any luck, we’ll get that shot in the arm sometime in 2021 and start to put this pandemic behind us. I’m sure our first trip abroad will feel a bit scary after self-isolating for months, but that won’t hold us back. The reality is, travel at any time comes with a few risks, that’s in part what makes it worthwhile and exciting. I can think of a few scary moments from our travelling days that could have gone horribly wrong but thankfully didn’t. They are now part of our “adventures of travel” narrative. […]
Buying Art When Travelling
Purchasing art by local artists while abroad is a terrific way to support the economy of the country you’re visiting. Art is also an enduring visual reminder of your travels that offers more than, say, a fridge magnet. I reached out to a few people in my real life and online network for art-buying stories and advice on how to make a wise purchase while travelling. […]
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. […]
7 Unconventional Museums Worth Visiting
I’ve visited my fair share of galleries and museums around the world, and to be honest, I don’t remember much about most of them. Unless you’re deeply into art or history, it all becomes a blur of genius talent and antiquity. On the other hand, I have experienced several unconventional museums during my travels that have stayed with me years later. Some have been on the lowbrow side, but they are all so much fun. Here are seven unconventional gems worth visiting on your next trip to one of these cities. […]
