With its mystical landscapes, heartbreaking history, poetry and music, Ireland has a way of getting to you. ~ Jacqueline Swartz Ireland Sings to the Soul A scene from Connenmara, as photographed by Larah Vidotto via … [Read more...]
Paso de Jama, Chilean Border Crossing to Argentina – from Alex’s Adventure Diaries
The barren border crossing building at Paso de Jama, between Chile and Argentina in the Andes, has a distinct lack of noise as travellers slowly shuffle their dusty backpacks forward in a semblance of lines. I stare out the open window where a yawning blue sky meets the dry desert. Voices come in like muted echoes and I work my jaw to no avail. My left eardrum is … [Read more...]
Springtime Adventures in Orillia – Treetop Trekking to Reptiles and Amphibians
It's time for springtime adventures. It’s getting close to that time again — when the trilliums start springing out alongside the path in the woods near our apartment, when the nights (and days) can be awfully cold, and the siren call of camping (glamping, actually) begins to sound. It will soon be time for our Mom and Daughter glamping trip, for the love of spring. You … [Read more...]
Why Harry Potter Fans Need to Visit Scotland
Before we begin, I'd like to say a few words. And here they are: Nitwit! Blubber! Oddment! Tweak! If that didn't make sense to you, please leave. Only joking (I am Fred!), you are of course invited to continue reading at your own risk. Special exception made to Potterhead parents, because bless you - even if you are as confunded as these parents. Still reading? Good. Now … [Read more...]
Victoria, BC – a Father And Daughter Trip
Victoria, British Columbia is the capital city of our home province. It's a city full of character and personality, and packed with hidden gems. Victoria presents travellers with a walkable and bikeable downtown core that makes for one of the most accessible urban centres for the car-less (once you get there, that is) our nation of Canada offers. So, this year on our annual … [Read more...]
