A lone Mexican wolf stands across the gully, the breeze blowing his fur back like a model on a cover shoot. Out of sight in the shadows, our guide assures us, the other wolves languish in the heat, longing to stand in front of the blowing fan that is the
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Sometimes we take for granted the beauty in our own backyard, and let’s be honest, Canada has a pretty incredible playground, with our national capital, Ottawa, at the helm. During the winter months, Ottawa turns into a magical winter wonderland, offering many activities and festivals that are fitting for any
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Like its state slogan says, Virginia is for lovers – especially if you love the outdoors, history and romance. Here are three short trips around the state, tailor-made for falling in love with Virginia. Romance from Lynchburg to Luray “If Hollywood is calling, tell them to get in touch, I’m
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Surrounded by other sweaty travellers, my 4-year old son and I ascend into the lush tropical rainforest. We walk past a banana tree, a bed of pineapples, a rubber tree. Small, tropical birds swoop overhead. At a small cabana with a palm-leafed roof, a friendly local is selling sweet baobab smoothies
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Cool public art and architecture is a drawing point for many travellers, an educational tool for young visitors and their families. It’s a wonderful way to learn about the world. Here are some fun artistic and architectural attractions to check out in cities across Canada:   Digital Orca, Vancouver Douglas
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Experience 1 Day, 3 Ways in Chicago!   A visit to Chicago will have you crooning “Chicago is my kind of town” just like Sinatra did. The only problem is that with so much happening in the Windy City, you might find it hard to narrow down what you want
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From the moment you step into LEGOLAND Windsor Resort for your Christmas experience, you’ll know your arrived somewhere magical! The spirit of the season is everywhere as you make your grand entrance into the park. Visitors will be pleasantly surprised to find that the festive season is not an afterthought
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The sun-drenched Palm Beaches of South Florida is a lush green slice of paradise located between Miami and Orlando. A collection of 39 diverse cities and towns that spans more than 2,300 square miles and stretches across 47 miles of pristine Atlantic Ocean beaches. There’s something for everyone – the
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Dusty old books begone! There’s nothing to spark a kid’s imagination like rocket ships, secret codes, homemade forts and splash rides. You’ll find all of these and more at these five kid-pleasing Washington, D.C. attractions. History’s Mysteries From the charging elephant in the Rotunda to the glittering Hope Diamond in
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If you can spare two days for Saguenay-Lac-St-Jean, Quebec, you will get a rich taste of Quebecois hospitality and enjoy a fun family getaway! Many tourists to Quebec visit cosmopolitan Montreal, and experience the  culture and history of Quebec City, but never manage to make it further afield into the
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