(Family Fun Canada, November 2020) – With Covid-19 sticking around longer than we anticipated, some of us are considering travelling again and when dreaming about escaping, it’s the Caribbean and St. Lucia that beckon. The island has a safety rating of Level 1 by The Center for Disease Control (CDC)—one of only 8 countries globally…

(Family Fun Canada, October 2020) – If you live with food intolerances, you will know how hard it can be to eat out.  But that is changing fast. On a recent 2-day getaway to the three cities of Waterloo Region—Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge—I discovered a host of great food outlets that cater to intolerances.  

(Family Fun Canada, August 2020) — We relaxed on the top deck of a 45-ft boat, chatting, listening to music that was carried away by the soft wind off Big Rideau Lake, and marvelled at the ospreys soaring by.  The sound of giggling drew our attention to two girls who were balancing carefully on opposite…

(NBC News, May 2020) — At least since the arrival of Tupperware and Saran Wrap in the late 1940s, kitchens and plastic have been as inseparable as salt and pepper. Plastic is the material of choice for bottles, bags, straws, stirrers and so many other throwaway kitchen items that plastic waste is now recognized as…

(Waypoints Global, April 2020) – Waves washed over me making me scream at the suddenness and surprise of their size. Our kayak rode up and lurched down the steep crest of the wave as screams turned to laughter.

(Waypoints Global, April 2020) – A brief five-minute drive from the airport led us to the sprawling resort beautifully situated on the Atlantic Ocean. After being greeted with rum punch and welcoming smiles, we had a golf cart tour of the 85-acre property allowing us to see the nine restaurants, seven bars, and five pools,…

(Wapoints Global, April 2020) – You can’t go far in Saint Lucia without stumbling upon a chocolate plantation; the island is home to countless, still-functioning estates from the time they were the leading cocoa producer back in the 1700s. Recently, it has become one of the world’s hottest destinations for chocolate tourism.

(Far & Wide, March 2020) – Great weather, easy access by plane and diverse cultures mean that the 26 Caribbean countries have many choices when it comes to travel excursions. Not sure which Caribbean island’s best for you? Here we list the best thing to do in each Caribbean country — from the classic car…

(World Nomads, March 2020) – Just how safe is Scotland? Melody Wren shares her travel safety tips on crime, unpredictable weather, safety in the mountains and what to pack on a hiking trip.

(The Canadian Jewish News, January 2020) – The Keys have a much different feel than the hustle and bustle of Florida’s mainland cities. A soft breeze, the gentle murmur of voices and an island vibe is felt throughout.

(Waypoints Global, January 2020) – Our hiking group was scattered on the beach when our guide spotted three polar bears on the far side of the fjord. Suddenly, two of the bears started swimming diagonally not far from our protected zone. The guide quickly gathered us together and urged us to swiftly board waiting zodiacs.

(Family Fun Canada, January 2020) – Pronounced Mackinaw, Mackinac Island is a pristine island is filled with charm and character-filled houses lining each street. Horses’ hooves echo as buggies carry ferry loads of visitors from the dock.