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Culinary Journey: sushi and sashimi in Vancouver
Blog: velvet escape's blog - 18 October 2011
What: sushi and sashimi Where: Miko Sushi. 1335, Robson St., Vancouver Notes: If you love sushi and especially sashimi (raw slices of tuna or salmon), you have to check out Miko Sushi in downtown Vancouver. I’ve been to many sushi bars in Vancouver (in my book, one of the best places for Japanese food outside [...]Culinary Journey: sushi and sashimi in Vancouver is a post from: Velvet Escape's blog
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A Foodie’s Love Letter to Montreal
Blog: Around The World On The Toilet - 18 October 2011
Of all the lists describing the great culinary countries, you would be hard pressed to ever come across one that include Canada. While pasta is synonymous with Italy, rich creamy sauces with the French, Canada has…. maple syrup? Thankfully this is not the case and one Canadian city that sets the bench mark for Canadian [...]
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Sunday Canadian Travel Video – Toronto Skyline Timelapse
Blog: i Backpack Canada - 16 October 2011
I recently stayed at this incredible new hostel in Toronto called Planet Traveler. (A proper review is coming). To sumarize the stay. It’s incredible! Modern, eco friendly, and best of all has an amazing view of downtown Toronto from their rooftop patio & lounge.
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10 Awesome Cities for Kids and Families
Blog: My Little Nomads - 15 October 2011
The best international cities for kids from Asia, Europe, and North America. Continue reading →Read the entire article here: 10 Awesome Cities for Kids and Families Or go straight to TheTravel With Kids Blog
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Lake and mountains off the Dempster Highway in the Yukon, Canada
Blog: Everything Everywhere - 15 October 2011
Originally posted on the Everything Everywhere Travel Blog. Discover great travel photos.
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Photo Du Jour – Tom Thomson Paintings at the McMichael Art Collection
Blog: i Backpack Canada - 14 October 2011
If you’ve ever set foot inside an art museum you’ve likely experienced the heartache after being told to keep your cameras off. From what I’ve read it’s due to copyright issues and fear of damaging the art by strong camera flashes.
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5 Reasons You Should Start Your Canadian Journey at HI Toronto Hostel
Blog: i Backpack Canada - 13 October 2011
HI Hostels Canada is the king of the hill when it comes to budget accommodations across Canada. While there are dozens upon dozens of amazing local mom & pop hostels across Canada, most travellers seem to lean on the “Big Kid” when they first arrive in Canada.
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The Jasper Tramway
Blog: velvet escape's blog - 12 October 2011
There’s always something wondrous about cable-cars. Maybe it’s the way they silently whisk you up to a mountain top, or the panoramic views that gradually unfold as the car glides up to higher elevations, or the excited look on people’s faces when the journey begins… and the petrified look on those same faces when the [...]The Jasper Tramway is a post from: Velvet Escape's blog
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Hiking: Canada, Chile, Austria and the UK
Blog: Solo Traveler - 12 October 2011
Hiking varies so much around the world. Here's a comparison with lots of beautiful photos.
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Photo Du Jour: The Ragged Falls, Ontario
Blog: i Backpack Canada - 7 October 2011
During my recent trip through Algonquin Park I actually evolved from a regular human into a highly optimized photo taking robotic machine. While I was in my highly evolved state, I was able to hike several trails, including the trail up to Ragged Falls. The trail is surprisingly easy and well groomed, which makes it [...]Photo Du Jour: The Ragged Falls, Ontario is a post from: I Backpack Canada
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Velvet moments: travel photo of the week – fall colours in the Rockies
Blog: velvet escape's blog - 5 October 2011
On my recent trip to Canada, I traversed the Canadian Rockies from Jasper to Vancouver aboard the luxurious Rocky Mountaineer train. The mountain scenery was spectacular but the stunning fall colours made the experience simply unforgettable!
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Solo Travel Destination: Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Blog: Solo Traveler - 4 October 2011
Small cities are interesting options to large cities or small towns. They have theater, quality restaurants and night life yet they are relaxed. Saint John is a case in point.
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The Colours of Music on Cape Breton
Blog: A Traveler's Library - 3 October 2011
Music Travel Monday Destination: Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia Music: Celtic Colours Festival By Kerry Dexter As October brings a crisp edge to the air and leaves start to take on their autumn colors, music fills the air even more than it usually does across the island of Cape Breton, in Nova Scotia. It’s time [...]This content is a post from: A Traveler's Library To comment on this post or search for related information, click on the link to A Traveler's Library. We'll leave a light on for you.
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Niagara Falls on $26 a Day
Blog: Hole In The Donut - 2 October 2011
I spend most of each year overseas in developing countries where the cost of living is a fraction what it is in the United States. Each return to the States requires a period of adjustment. This time, I almost choked when I had to pay $75 a night for a hotel room in Minneapolis. That [...]
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Photo Du Jour: Algonquin Park’s Autumn Reflections
Blog: i Backpack Canada - 30 September 2011
I recently finished a trip throughout the Algonquin Park, a beautiful and historical provincial park that has been named a national historic site. The history in the area is well worth a post on its own, and while I have started it, I am far from finished. I’m still on the road at the moment, [...]Photo Du Jour: Algonquin Park’s Autumn Reflections is a post from: I Backpack Canada
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Exploring Canada’s Seaside with Kids
Blog: Ciao Bambino! - 28 September 2011
In my years of travel I’ve learned kids and water are usually a good combination. The kids don’t even necessarily have to be in it, just close enough to see it. Maybe it’s the sounds of water or the cries of seagulls. Whatever it is, I’ve found a new place that has it - Canada’s Steveston Village.
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Live Simply, Life’s Better That Way
Blog: Canada's Adventure Couple - 23 September 2011
As Shredded Wheat's resident travel experts, we're excited to share a chance to win a $600 Via Rail card through the Shredded Wheat healthy choice and living simply contest.
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Le Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada
Blog: Everything Everywhere - 21 September 2011
Originally posted on the Everything Everywhere Travel Blog. Discover great travel photos.
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River valley in Kluane National Park, Yukon Territory
Blog: Everything Everywhere - 17 September 2011
Originally posted on the Everything Everywhere Travel Blog. Discover great travel photos.
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Solo Travel Destination: Montreal
Blog: Solo Traveler - 16 September 2011
This is the first post in a new section on Solo Traveler: Solo Travel Destinations. I'm hoping that readers will contribute and we'll get a resource of destinations that are rated to share.
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30 by 30 Wrap-up – No. 1 – Canada
Blog: See Simi Travel Blog - 12 September 2011
This is it! In just under a month, I will stop being a fun-loving 20-something year old and start a new decade in my life. It will also mark the end of my travel goal. Here's a quick recap of the countries I visited in my pursuit to visit 30 countries by my 30th birthday. COUNTRY No. 1 - CANADA. Learn why you should go to my home and native land.
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Sunday Canadian Travel Video – The Surf Lifestyle in Tofino BC
Blog: i Backpack Canada - 11 September 2011
I’ve been on a real west coast stint as of lately with Fridays photo of Vancouvers Skyline and countless posts in the last couple months about British Columbia. So just to be consistent, I’ve decided to share a video by Tourism Canada of one of my favourite locations in Canada. Tofino is a surf town [...]Sunday Canadian Travel Video – The Surf Lifestyle in Tofino BC is a post from: I Backpack Canada
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A hawk in flight on the Dempster Highway in the Yukon, Canada
Blog: Everything Everywhere - 10 September 2011
Originally posted on the Everything Everywhere Travel Blog. Discover great travel photos.
