Fishing as a recreational activity is enjoyed the world over. Canada is no exception. It's a popular pastime that brings travellers from all over to fish in our clear waters. The northernmost Canadian territory of Nunavut (capital city is Iqaluit) is a superb destination to cast a line and reel in some catches. The largest... Continue Reading →
Local Travel for the Next While
The effects of this pandemic are far and long reaching, no doubt about that. We have all been affected in some way. With regards to travel, I don't doubt its future will be quite different. I myself expect that I won't be leaving Canada until well into 2021, pending the safety of travel by then.... Continue Reading →
Sunday Special – Athabasca Falls, Canada
Waterfalls are a sight that will likely make you stop to take a look. Some are so high and wide that they are the reason we travel to see them. Think Niagara Falls (Canada & USA), IguazĂș Falls (Brazil & Argentina), Angel Falls (Venezuela), and Victoria Falls (Zambia & Zimbabwe). Although Athabasca Falls, located in... Continue Reading →
Sunday Special – Porto, Portugal
A place that I have been yearning to visit for some time is Portugal. Flying over it early this year was cool to see as I pictured myself exploring this small yet enticing county. The northern city of Porto (Oporto) is a popular destination and from what I have learned of it, it has moved... Continue Reading →
Sunday Special – The 2 Sirao flower gardens, Cebu City, Philippines
Thinking of Cebu Island in the Philippines its beaches that come to mind. That is what I have heard about it and not much more. Of course there is more to see and do in this island province. In fact, on the outskirts of Cebu City are two popular Instagram-worthy gardens that have exploded Instagram... Continue Reading →
Sunday Special – BrĂș na BĂłinne Monument, Ireland
BrĂș na BĂłinne. An area of continual human settlement going back to the Neolithic era found is found in the east of Ireland (County Meath), at the bend of the River Boyne. Here you will find buildings made so long ago that they pre-date the Pyramids of Egypt. Now that is old. I need to... Continue Reading →
Sunday Special – Golden Bridge, Vietnam
They appear as age-old weathered hands upholding a golden rope above the lush forests of the BĂ NĂ Hills. Not far from Da Nang, Vietnam, The Golden Bridge (Cau Vang) overlooks the Annamese Mountains (DĂŁy Trưá»ng SÆĄn) providing both a vast view of nature while taking in modern engineering and sculpture. Although you may think the hands... Continue Reading →