This Little Piggy Went for a Swim in the Caribbean
When a friend asks you if you’d like to go on a day trip to the Bahamas in her family’s plane, you …
Our Favorite Metropolitan Hikes in Europe
What’s the first thing you think of when you picture a great hike? Mountains? Wildlife? Being out in the middle of nowhere, …
Video: Enjoying the Snow in Charlevoix
I like to think that Charlevoix was first “visited” by an asteroid 15 million years ago. Surprisingly, I couldn’t find any concrete facts to …
From Lemons to Lemonade: One Night in a Tiny House Cabin in Charlevoix
I HAVE A BIG OBSESSION WITH TINY HOUSES. On wheels, on stilts, in a tree, or hanging cliffside; you name it, I’m …
REAL LIFE Frozen: Québec City’s Hôtel de Glace
Do you marvel at the beauty of falling snow? Or ponder the scientific perplexities that cause ice to take up more volume …
Pancakes, A Mansion, and Quirky Art: A Weekend Getaway in Manchester, VT
These days, I rise to the melodic ping of a cell phone alarm. At 6:40 am, it’s just barely light beyond the …
Jaws, Is That You? Photo on the Map: Cape Cod, MA
There’s something eerily alluring about weekending in a place that openly advertises its shark-infested waters. Souvenir shops abound with half eaten baseball …
How I Tightened My Tush with Pizza in the Amalfi Coast
Ok ladies, and derrière-conscious gents, I’m going to let you in on a little secret. Ready for it? If you want to get …
Piccola Italia: Civita di Bagnoregio
Once upon a time, there was a tiny town on a hill that could only be reached on foot (or donkey). Way, …
Holy Toledo! A Dreamy Day Trip from Madrid
While staying with some great friends in Madrid, they recommended we get out of the city and explore the surrounding towns. It …
E is for Elephant: Getting Up Close in Chiang Mai
Much of Thailand, and Asia in general, has an insane amount of wildlife attractions catered to tourists. It’s surprisingly easy to get …
“Bamboo” Boating Down the Li River
The ride down the Li River in China is truly an amazing site. The most popular stretch of the river is from …
The Greatness of the Great Wall of China
I have to admit, China isn’t my favorite destination… not even close. However, with all the garbage that knocks China down on …
Day Trips from Geneva
Spring time in Switzerland, ahhh… We were in Geneva for about a week, staying at a great little flat in Carouge, a …