Maui has it all – amazing sun, sand and surf!
Amazing sun, sand, surf. Need I say more??! Well, I will. Read this travel review: Maui for our idea of a great time in Maui. Maui was a place I went when I was younger for swim camps and when…
Rome feels like a little bit of luxury
Over the years, we’ve stayed in Rome a few times in transit to other places. We have also visited there as part of cruises. These times were beautiful but hectic. Rushed interludes with minimal ability to wander and to get…
Santorini is so incredibly beautiful you must go!
I think of Santorini whenever I think of a relaxing vacation, with sun seeping into your pores and whiling away the hours with little to do but read, wander, swim and eat. Read our travel guide to Santorini to see…
Bordeaux – a regional guide to this amazing city!
One of the first places we visited following the Covid pandemic was Bordeaux, France. We had been many years prior (2007!) and had enjoyed our time in Paris – to some extent. Some new, more recent experiences were required, so…
Savour this lip smacking amazing, jammy Australian wine from Coonawarra!
Read this Wine Tasting note: Penfolds Bin 128 to learn more about this lovely wine from Coonawarra! Background Country Information The Coonawarra wine region is a wine region centred on the town of Coonawarra in South Australia. It is known…
Local Coffee Roaster Is Amazing
I’m a long-time coffee drinker. I love my first cup of coffee in the morning, and really, I’m not at my best until I have it in the morning. With the pandemic and being at home even more than usual (I’ve been…
Check out the beautiful Wickaninnish Inn, Tofino!
In early October 2019, the family gathered for mom’s 90th birthday at the Wickinninish Inn. This event was arranged beautifully by my older brother and his wife. The ‘locals’ of the family here on Vancouver Island we decided to drive…
Caribbean is a great place to calm down and relax!
Over the last 25+ years of travel, we’ve been lucky enough to enjoy some great vacations in the Caribbean. But to be honest, I started basking in its beauty when I was much younger! Read this travel review: Caribbean for…
Transfers are a good thing when cruising
I’m surprised frequently by the amount of friends that don’t plan transfers ahead of time, leaving it to chance. Yes, I know I’m an excessive planner, but, peace of mind to me is worth so much! Transfers are a good…
How to plan and book your own fantastic cruise!
Planning a cruise starts with knowing who you are! Really. If you don’t think you’ll like cruising this post isn’t going to try to change your mind. This post is about how to plan a cruise you’ll enjoy. A cruise…
Everyday a Journey
