The Athabasca Glacier is one of several glaciers that originates from the massive Columbia Icefield in the Canadian Rockies. Located along the Icefield Parkway…
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The drive to Maligne Lake in the Canadian Rockies
Maligne Lake is a spectacular lake in the Canadian Rockies not far from the town of Jasper. Set in a broad valley and surrounded…
Culinary Journey: sushi and sashimi in Vancouver
What: some of the best sushi and sashimi in downtown Vancouver Where: Miko Sushi. 1335, Robson St., Vancouver Notes: If you love sushi and…
The Jasper Tramway
There’s always something wondrous about cable-cars. Maybe it’s the way they silently whisk you up to a mountain top, or the panoramic views that…
Exploring Vancouver Island
Vancouver Island is a large island just off the west coast of the Canadian mainland. The majestic snow-capped mountains at its core, covered with…
Plane views: Baffin Island, Canada
I was determined to stay awake on a flight from Amsterdam to Seattle. I’ve flown this route many times before but this was the…
Ten things to do in Vancouver
Vancouver, one of my top holiday destinations, offers a wide array of fabulous experiences. The city is blessed with a stunning natural backdrop, including…
This could happen to you
A horrible/funny travel experience Vancouver, 6th January 2000 I was in Vancouver with a friend to celebrate the Millenium there with some other friends….
My velvet escape travel tip: Toronto
I’m very excited to launch the first post (of hopefully many!) of the brand new series: “My velvet escape travel tip“. This series is…
