Attraction spotlight: Ancient Olympia
The 2022 Winter Paralympic Games is currently on. And I kid you not, I get shivers every time I see Greece walk out…
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The charming town of Nafplio and the Greek Peloponnese
If you’re looking for rustic charm and laid-back vibes, have a penchant for wandering ruins amidst stunning mountain backdrops, look no further than…
Sightseeing in Athens – the highlights
There is a lot of anticipation around visiting Athens. Athens *is* Ancient Greece, the cradle of western civilization. Athens is thousands of years…
Two weeks in Greece – Itinerary
Greece is one of our favourite destinations. Take a walk through history, gape at gorgeous landscapes at every turn, soak up the sun…
Why travel to Greece? A reflection
Ah, Greece. Beautiful, stimulating, surprising. Expectations, taken with a grain of salt. Everything I hoped it would be. Visiting Greece was an item…
Ski getaway to Blue Mountain Resort with kids
For those of us living in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Blue Mountain can be an easy day trip. But when you have…
Attraction spotlight: visit a Rideau Canal lock station
In this post, I wrote about our family trip exploring the Rideau Canal National Historical Site by houseboat. It was the perfect balance…
Exploring the Rideau Canal by houseboat
The Rideau Canal is an important part of Canada’s heritage, set against a wealth of nature. It’s the perfect destination that combines history,…
One week in St. Lucia – where to stay?
We spent one glorious week in this sunny Eastern Caribbean destination for a milestone anniversary. Duration: 1 week Traveled as: a couple Type…