by Jim Byers Flights from North America to Asia have been added at a dizzying pace the past few years, partly due to the growth of the Chinese market but also in response to a demand from Canadians and Americans who want to visit great Asian destinations. Here’s a list of some of my favourites: HONG…
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by la petite bette At the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers lies Lyon, the second largest city in France. The city’s history can be traced back over 2,000 years, and it was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1998. In Lyon, you can take a step back in time or set off…
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by The Traveling Canucks Surrounded by British Columbia’s natural beauty, Vancouver is a very family-friendly destination. With lots of choice in activities year-round, there’s no shortage of things to do for locals and tourists. Today we are sharing a few of our favourite activities just a short drive from downtown Vancouver. In winter and summer, these…
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by Eric Pateman India is a land of extremes, untold treasures, mystery, humanity, opulence and modesty. I recently explored the northern environs of this magnificent nation with my wife and 3 young daughters (ages 10, 9 and 6) on a journey that took us from remote jungles to industrious cities, from quaint villages to inconceivable…
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by Jim Byers Miami you’ve likely heard about. The Tampa Bay Area is probably not unfamiliar. And almost everyone knows Orlando. But there’s so much more to Florida than its big cities. Take a short drive from the more popular sites and you’ll find amazingly clear natural springs, unspoiled beaches, great food, and fun, casual towns.…
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by The Traveling Canucks Canada has so much to offer travelers that it can be hard to decide where to go and what to do. From coast to coast, every province and region offers truly unique experiences. Today, we’re sharing a few destinations we think every Canadian needs to experience at least once in a…
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By Jim Byers Millions of tourists swarm through the streets of popular European cities every summer, fighting the heat and battling the crowds. If you’re taking your kids, you might have to go when school is out. But if you’re there for the culture or the food or the history, it doesn’t really matter when…
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By Jim Byers The Caribbean is a delightful holiday spot this time of year; with endless sunshine, great beaches and tremendous resorts. But some destinations are a little too crowded in high season. Here are places where you can stretch out your towel without banging elbows with another visitor. BEQUIA: If you want to experience…
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by The Traveling Canucks Travelling with young children doesn’t always go according to plan. In fact, family travel rarely goes exactly the way you envisioned it would when you booked your flight. We’ve taken our two young boys (aged 7 and 5 years old) on many adventures over the past few years and each trip has…
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by Jim Byers Hawaii isn’t known as a cheap destination. But it can be quite affordable if you plan things right. I’ve probably been 25 times now, and I’ve discovered a number of ways to make a dream trip to the Hawaiian Islands a vacation that doesn’t break the bank. Here are some suggestions: GO IN…
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