One of the best things about travel is getting to know a new culture through its food. My husband and I love to check out local grocery stores when we’re traveling to see what kinds of things they have in stock that we don’t have at home, especially the fresh produce. When we’re in Asia […] Read more…
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Best Books List: 20 Books I Could Read Over and Over Again
This post may contain affiliate links. If you click one and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products I genuinely use and love. When we travel, we all have certain essentials that we just can’t leave home without. Way at the top of […] Read more…
12 Packing Hacks
I love finding new uses for old things. There’s something satisfying about finding a way to repurpose something, rather than tossing it in the trash. Read more…
6 Shopping Streets Around the World
Whether you’re looking for gifts to take home or something for yourself to remind you of your trip, shopping is a big part of travel for many. And even if you’re not interested in spending any money, window shopping can provide an interesting peek into local life. Here, we’ve rounded up 6 popular shopping streets […] Read more…
5 Beautiful Babymoon Destinations
Everyone knows what a honeymoon is but say the word ‘babymoon’ and some people may not be entirely familiar with what you’re talking about. Some say Wills and Kate, undeniable arbiters of style and trends that they are, really shone a spotlight on the idea back in 2013 when they jetted off to the Caribbean […] Read more…
6 Not So Common Travel Essentials
If you’re a frequent traveler (especially the kind who likes to stay organized), I’m sure you’ve read countless articles about travel essentials. Read more…
Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is around the corner! Whether you’re shopping for your mom, your wife or are looking for a gift for a special new mom in your life, I hope these suggestions inspire you! 1 Milk Snob Nursing Cover | 2 Polaroid Snap Instant Digital Camera | 3 iPhone 7 Plus (Product) RED | 4 […] Read more…
York Durham Headwaters and the Temperance and Temptation Tour
When my husband Johnny Jet and I were first invited by Ontario Travel to visit York Durham Headwaters and take the Temperance and Temptation Tour, I admit, a lot of questions came to mind. York Durham who? Where is that? And what exactly does temperance mean? But that’s the beauty of what we do as […] Read more…
Stay: Hockley Valley Resort
My father worked in agriculture so our family moved around rural Ontario a lot before settling in Mississauga, where I spent most of my childhood. I’ve always loved my home province – safe, friendly and bursting with natural beauty. Despite moving frequently and experiencing many small towns across Ontario, there’s so much more to explore, […] Read more…
7 Travel Apps to Download
These days, a smartphone is so much more than just a phone. In fact, the phone functionality may be the feature you use with the least frequency! These tiny little handheld computers are game-changers, especially for travelers. With a reported two million apps (and counting!) available for download in the Apple app store alone, there’s […] Read more…