Travel Feel the heat in Miami with this do it yourself itinerary March 09, 2020 1066 Views 1 Comment With white sand beaches, endless summer temperatures, vibrant neighbourhoods, culinary treats and a thriving art scene, Miami is one of …
City living Santa, Darth Vader and Ghostbusters make spirits bright November 29, 2018 1648 Views 1 Comment Santa Clause and a few of his closest friends came to town for the 49th annual Help Santa Toy Parade …
City living Fall for new family traditions in Manotick October 16, 2018 1752 Views 2 Comments Oh my gourd, I love the fall! ‘Tis the season for auburn leaves, knitted sweaters, Oktoberfest, Halloween costumes, and pumpkin …
City living Photography You’re invited: The 2018 World Press Photo gallery visits Ottawa July 26, 2018 1746 Views 1 Comment If you find yourself in Ottawa this summer, be sure to check out the 2018 World Press Photo exhibition at …
Travel Tulip fever: Going full bloom in Canada’s capital city May 11, 2018 2647 Views 4 Comments Hotpants, Olympic Flame, Candy Cane and World Friendship. These are just a few of the names of the nearly one …
Travel Rising from ruins: Antigua, Guatemala January 14, 2018 3599 Views 1 Comment No stranger to rising from ruins, Antigua, Guatemala has become adept at weathering storms. This vibrant and charming old colonial …
Technology The best gifts for travellers: 2017 edition November 26, 2017 2416 Views 1 Comment If you’re having trouble picking the perfect gift for your favourite globetrotter (or yourself), have no fear – this curated …
City living Day of the Dead Celebration October 29, 2017 3950 Views 4 Comments Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, was celebrated with Mexican music, food, dance and community-art installations at …
Travel Road trip: Cabot Trail detours August 27, 2017 3013 Views 10 Comments Best known for the Cabot Trail, one of the world’s most scenic drives, Cape Breton Island offers stunning views of …
Travel 7 things to do in Paris this summer April 30, 2017 3668 Views 9 Comments Have you ever felt like you’ve been to a city before seeing it with your own eyes? For me, this …
Photography Travel 5 must see attractions in Bruges January 08, 2017 5145 Views 39 Comments Belgium may be best know for its waffles and chocolates, but in the quaint city of Bruges in the northwest …
Photography Travel Tikal: The resilient city January 02, 2017 3757 Views 28 Comments Deep in the heart of the jungle in Guatemala lies a village built for resilience. Constructed more than 2,000 years ago, …
Technology 7 reasons why you need to throw out your selfie stick March 25, 2016 4589 Views 26 Comments Selfie sticks and stones may break your bones, but tripods will never hurt you. While “selfies” continue to dominate Instagram …
City living Toronto Light Fest brightens winter in The 6 February 11, 2017 2917 Views 23 Comments Toronto Light Fest is giving city slickers a new reason to love winter in “The 6.” The 45-day installation has …
Photography How to photograph the night sky and stars August 08, 2016 8431 Views 23 Comments Living in a big city like Toronto, I (and many others) often feel like I’m living in the centre of …
Photography How to take the best photos on your next trip February 07, 2016 3368 Views 22 Comments I made a huge mistake. As a photography hobbyist, I love snapping dozens of photos when exploring new places. Whenever …
Photography Photo Challenge: Landscapes April 02, 2016 4621 Views 21 Comments Close to 3,000 years ago the ancient Greeks believed that Mount Olympus, the highest mountain in mainland Greece, was the …
Photography Photo Challenge: Abstract April 23, 2016 4025 Views 20 Comments During the summer of 2003 I practically lived at the National Gallery of Canada. Working as a tour guide in …
Photography Travel Peggy’s Cove: Visiting Canada’s most photographed lighthouse October 12, 2016 5492 Views 20 Comments Visiting Peggy’s Cove, it’s easy to see why Peggy’s Point Lighthouse is one of Nova Scotia’s most well-known and photographed …
City living Winter Stations brings interactive art to Toronto’s waterfront February 26, 2017 3143 Views 18 Comments From Chinatown to the Annex, Riverdale to Kensington, and Little Italy to Cabbagetown, Toronto is a town best explored one …
