Life is a Journey – Explore New Horizons
Life is a Journey – Explore New Horizons
My visit to the Port-Royal Habitation had given me great insight into the life and hardships of the early French settlers. It had been a …
Following my introduction to the quaint and historic town of Annapolis Royal I drove about 10 kilometers out of town across the causeway on the …
Still thinking about what I learned about the fate of the Acadians after my visit to the Grand Pré National Historic Site, I got into …
In early December of 2007 I decided to embark on a three day winter getaway to Niagara Falls, Ontario. In order to explore the city …
Yesterday morning my last full day in Niagara Falls, Ontario, had arrived. After a packed schedule the day before that had included a wonderful presentation …
Of all the different types of travel that I have done, one type of experience remains consistently at the top of my list: bed and …
So far I had already enjoyed a great day, full of action: after a tour of the tropical court yard at the Best Western Cairn …
After a long and exciting day yesterday that included a helicopter sightseeing tour, some butterflies, and an amazing magic show, I woke up to a …
It had been an exciting day already: my helicopter ride with Niagara Helicopter had given me a close-up aerial view over Niagara Falls and my …
It may sound strange, but it all started with the Miami Dolphins. My husband is a huge fan of the fins, but we figured a …
It’s always exciting to arrive in a new city. I like arriving at night, so the suspense of this new place stretches into the next …
Over the last year or so I have had a chance to explore a lot of Canada, starting with Victoria and Vancouver in the summer …
San Francisco – a dream destination for so many people across the world… Well, in February of 2008 I finally had to opportunity to …
Our last day in San Francisco welcome us with bright blue skies and brilliant sunshine. In the morning we had already hopped on one of …
Finally we were treated to another gorgeous day with bright blue skies — our last day in San Francisco. From the historic Queen Anne Hotel …
Our day long excursion to Muir Woods and the adjoining tour of the Sonoma Valley wine country had definitely made us hungry. So for dinner …
After a late night of exotic entertainment at Asia SF, our day got started very early. Although it was raining I decided to capture a …
After our interesting introduction to local history as part of the Victorian Homes Walking Tour we had to switch hotels for one night and grabbed …
On our second full day in San Francisco the weather gods were not on our side: the weather was grey and cool, and a major …
A big storm was forecast for our second day in San Francisco, but so far we had been lucky. Our culinary tour through the North …
After the rain and drizzle of our first day in San Francisco, day two of our adventure began more promisingly: bright sunshine greeted us as …
After my extensive tour of the Victorian era Queen Anne Hotel we were ready to start exploring the city. At least as far as the …
A long and harsh winter can take the wind out of you and just make you feel like you want to get away. And what …
My three week language learning adventure in Sicily had officially come to an end: my last full day on this island had arrived. My explorations …
Sicily’s scenic beauty continues to amaze me. Yesterday’s excursion by train to the medieval town of Cefalu was just one more example of the stunning …
An early morning was in store for me: I decided to accompany my newly found friend and sailing buddy Claudia to her bus which would …
Well, my week on the Solitaire II, studying Italian and sailing through the Eolian Islands, had come to an end. Last night our sailing group …
The days on this sailing trip are so compressed and amazingly full of diverse experiences: waking yesterday in beautiful Lipari, followed by a driving tour …
Our beautiful dinner in the old town of Lipari last night was another opportunity to get to know Sicilian cuisine. A light-hearted evening was followed …
I had definitely overcome my little bout of seasickness last night on our way from Stromboli to Panarea. A good rest had cured all my …
Due to bad weather yesterday we spent the entire day docked at Santa Marina di Salina but we had nevertheless a great experience during our …
After our explorations of Lipari and Salina yesterday the weather was going to keep us on the island of Salina today. I woke up early …
My first afternoon and night on a sailboat had gone surprisingly well. After our little late night excursion into the town of Lipari I had …
Following my last day in Taormina and my arrival last night in Milazzo I caught a good rest to get up early today to repack …
My last day in Taormina had started: I woke up at daybreak to pack my suitcase since later today I would be relocating from Taormina …
On a gorgeous morning following a good sleep after last night’s cooking lesson I woke up at about 6 am and stepped out on the …
I had thoroughly enjoyed my personal Sicilian history lesson provided by Alessandro Adorno, the Founder and Director of the Babilonia Language School. In addition he …
Our last day in London had arrived. After our serene and peaceful early-morning kayak tour on Regent’s Canal we freshened up quickly, grabbed a bite …
Our last day in London had arrived, far too quickly I might add. My travel partner Andrea and I had already spent two action-packed days …
It’s amazing what you can pack into a day: our sightseeing tour on the Number 11 bus had introduced us to some of London’s most …
It was barely mid-day by now and we had already seen so much. Our ride on the Number 11 bus had introduced us to some …
Our second day in London greeted us with brilliant sunshine, and even though it was still early May, temperatures in the mid twenties (Celsius, of …
After a busy morning exploring Smithfield Market, two historic train stations (St. Pancras and King’s Cross), an enjoyable stroll through the world-famous Portobello Market, an …
Finally I had succeeded in getting to London after my one day delay in Salzburg. I had spent about a week in Austria and was …
With the images from my beautiful excursion around Mount Etna still etched freshly in my mind, I got ready for another day of Italian studies …
Today was Italian Labour Day, a big national holiday that presented the perfect opportunity to do a little out of town excursion: a drive around …
Language study travel is not at all new to me. Two years ago I went to the University of Havana to study Spanish, and last …
Finally, my first day of beautiful weather in Sicily, a perfect day for an out-of-town excursion. I started my day with a nourishing breakfast on …
A rainy morning had provided a great opportunity to get the owners of my hotel a bit better. After my interview with the Sciglio family …
I really enjoyed my location at Hotel Villa Nettuno, this 13-room family run hotel on the north side of Taormina. Since it was a rainy …
So my latest travel adventure has just begun: three weeks in Sicily to get to know this beautiful historic island and to learn Italian in …
Sicily – the name alone conjures up images of an exotic island, a mysterious and fascinating past. I have wanted to explore Italy for some …
For a person as curious as me, I am always out on some sort of discovery. No wonder travel writing appeals so much to me …
My first three days in Austria had already been action-packed, full of hiking excursions and culinary delights. My next adventure was going to be a …
For several months now I had been planning another trip to Europe, to visit my family in my home town in Austria, as well as …
On my last full day in Mallorca my plan was to explore the eastern part of the island. I had spent the vast majority of …
After a tasty home-made breakfast on the balcony of my studio apartment in Port d’Alcudia I was ready to head out for a full day …
After five great days in my temporary home in the Western Bay of Palma it was now time to relocate and have a closer look …
My stomach problems of yesterday had disappeared and I felt as good as new on this gorgeous late May morning. An early highlight of the …
I woke up to another day of gorgeous sunshine and took a seat on our spacious balcony at the Torrenova Aparthotel complex. The surrounding view …
Our location in Palma Nova on the western bay of Palma was very convenient with one exception: several of the hotel guests came home between …
We had thoroughly enjoyed our drive through the Tramuntana mountain region yesterday and our discoveries in the town of Sóller. After a restful night of …
Our second full day in Mallorca started with an early morning stroll along the Pine Walk promenade in Port de Pollença, a beautiful seafront town …
Our second day in Mallorca greeted us with bright sunshine. After a restful night at Finca Son Pont, we got ready to have breakfast in …
With my love for the Spanish language and my fascination for Mediterranean landscapes, the island of Mallorca has been one of my dream destinations for …
Late spring is the perfect time for a driving tour, so yesterday my co-workers Vanessa, Khurram and I set off to check out the countryside …
My theory is a real traveler is able to discover interesting things even in the most unlikely of places. Well, Buffalo probably hasn’t made the …
Our winter getaway over the last two days was supposed to include a couple of different activities: snow-tubing and outdoor skating. Well, our outdoor skating …
Driving up to the Nicholyn Farms Bed and Breakfast you get welcomed by the hearty and healthy aroma of 2,200 organically raised pigs. This bed …
As much as I love the city (Toronto, that is), every once in a while I gotta get away and a few weeks ago I …
Fall is one of the most beautiful seasons in Ontario, and after last weeks early fall colour tour through the Kawarthas east of Toronto, it …
Life works in really strange and wonderful ways. At the beginning of this week I talked to my brother in Austria on the phone, and …
Fall is one of the most beautiful seasons in Ontario when forests light up in hues of yellow, orange and red. It’s the perfect time …
In our neck of the woods the summer has been absolutely gorgeous, a little on the hot and humid side occasionally, but I am unable …
Although I love the city the summer always makes me itch to get out into the country. So I called up my friend Karel with …
Staying in a bed and breakfast is often the highlight of my weekend getaways. Every B&B is unique, the food is usually delicious and the …
Late summer can be a very beautiful time in Ontario, and this year we certainly have been having great weather. In addition to getting out …
[Please note that this is a historic article from 2008. Landfall Farm B&B is no longer in business. Please do not call the Heintzmann family …
Summer is a really beautiful time in Ontario and a perfect time to explore the verdant countryside surrounding Toronto. Since we were just having visitors …
With the weather gods perfectly cooperating, we embarked on another country excursion, a great opportunity to show my European visitors a bit more of Ontario. …
Having recovered from my action-packed day yesterday which included a photo safari of my home town, some extreme hiking and subsequent culinary feasting (to counteract …
After just a gorgeous day on the Alpine peaks at the Austrian / Italian / Slovenian border, the weather gods were not as kind yesterday. …
After yesterday’s exciting outing to Graz we were planning an even bigger outing today: an excursion to the so-called “Drei-Länderecke”, an area where Austria, Italy …
Inspired from my cave adventure yesterday, I met my friends Andrea and Herbert early this morning to go on a hike through the Raabklamm (Raab …
Finally, after the rather rainy day yesterday I opened my curtains to an absolutely gorgeous day today. The lush green Alpine foothills and mountains surrounding …
On a beautiful warm summer day and after a nice filling breakfast we got going early yesterday to embark on our Sunday excursion to the …
Many of you will know that I am originally from Austria, but that I have been living in Toronto for more than 20 years. I …
The story of the immigrant – the recurring tale of people with two identities, their lingering attachment to their birth country and their love for …
Today was our relocation day: we moved from our vacation apartment in Solana Beach in San Diego to the chic Sofia Hotel in downtown San …
After my upper Styrian driving tour the day before, my brother and I headed out on another driving tour, this time going south to Lower …
As the late afternoon sun had come out, I was continuing my action-packed day in Prague. After a guided tour through Prague’s Jewish Quarter, a …
After an introduction to kosher food and after sampling some Krupnik and Gefilte Fish, I thanked Michal Günsberger for his culinary education and for his …
After our extensive tour through Prague’s Jewish Quarter it was only fitting to cap off this experience with a nice meal in a kosher restaurant. …
One of Prague’s key attractions is the Jewish Quarter, the former Jewish ghetto of the city. So on this bright, yet blustery day I strolled …
At the end of my delicious lunch at La Rotonde, the Art Deco restaurant at the Radisson Blu Alcron Hotel, my personal tour guide for …
Always on the lookout for historical structures, I had planned a visit to another renowned Prague establishment: the Radisson Blu Alcron Hotel, established in 1932 …
On a somewhat cool and breezy day, bright sunshine woke me up and I stepped out on to the balcony of my room at the …
My local experts Jitka Simkova, owner of Prague Walks.com, together with her colleague Karel had given me a great introduction to Old Town Prague. The …
After more than two weeks of European explorations in Austria and Mallorca, another highlight of my 2009 European odyssey was waiting for me: a three-day …
After a delectable and nourishing vegetarian omelette at the Two Roses Bed and Breakfast in St. George, Ontario, we were ready to start our third …