Snorkeling along the world’s second largest barrier reef, tandem kayaking with my favourite human being, paddle boarding, and soaking up the tropical sun; the second part of our Island Expeditions Ultimate Adventure tour held great promise. We didn’t get a [...]
For a Canadian in the dark depths of wintery February, there is nothing stronger than the draw of a tropical paradise vacation. Steve and I are not sit-on-the-beach people though, so we’re always looking to add a bit of adventure [...]
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. […]
Last month, Steve and I toured Vietnam for 14 days with Islandhopping.com, a German company that features bike and small boat tours of a number of regions. We loved the tour of the Ionian Islands we took last spring with [...]
Winnipeggers endure a cold season from about November 26 to March 6. In January and February days with a high below -20°C (-4°F) are not uncommon. Yes, it gets chilly. So, if you’re fortunate enough to be able to afford [...]