I remember being 14 years old and listening on in fascination as Mrs Jones lectured to us in science class about the many …
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Frogs at the RBG (Royal Botanical Gardens) in Burlington, Ontario: An All Ages Adventure
As a teenager, it was a science fair project on frogs that landed me my first job in a research lab at the Royal Botanical Gardens …
Trains at the Royal Botanical Gardens! An Ontario Auntie Adventure’s Holiday Favourite!
The Holidays for me have never been about presents, but rather family, at least that is since I became an adult and moved …
Remember, It’s a Pittance of Time
It's a pittance of time ... Take the time today to remember why we enjoy the freedoms we do. And pray that we never face …
Navigating European Travel
I feel most fortunate to be so well travelled, but despite that, I am embarrassed to admit that I am very poorly versed on …
Travel to New Places, Cultures and Experiences with Canadian Film Day
Most of us can't travel all the time. We have families and jobs that need us in one place, we can't afford to always be on the …
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Spoilt by Spring in Switzerland!
I love living in a country with four seasons, and of all the seasons Spring and Autumn are my favourites. I even love winter …
Falling in Love with Hostels, Thanks to Freehand Miami!
After one terrible hostel experience in Banff during the Banff Television Festival, I made a judgement call on hostels ... …
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Lest We Forget
One of the things that we are constantly reminded of from travel, is how very lucky we are to enjoy the freedoms and safety that …
Singing for Egypt
I was driving my car yesterday when I heard on CBC Radio that Morsi had been ousted as President of Egypt. I was stunned, in …