For a long time Whistler was just a far away dream, somewhere I would one day learn to ski. The truth is, I couldn’t have picked a more beautiful spot. While riding the gondola you realize how many people have travel from all around the world to ski at Whistler. You can meet people from Europe, South America and the States, who are all equally enamoured with the snow capped peaks.
Category: Travel
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Vegetarian Guide to Canada’s Rockies: Banff & Lake Louise
If you could send just one postcard home showing off your travels to Canada, Lake Louise might be the winner. It is no wonder the place is packed in the summer. Even with all the hype, as you step in front of the majestic mountains and crystal lake, it feels worth the wait.
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Tasting France’s Finest at the Ruinart Champagne House
France’s champagne region and city of Reims is just a 45 minute train ride north-east from Paris through the countryside. If you are visiting Paris and have time for a day trip, this is the perfect blend of history and gastronomy. -
Scotland Road Trip Guide: Edinburgh to Isle of Skye
Isle of Skye When we received the invitation to visit Scotland for a dear friend’s wedding, we couldn’t resist the adventure. We were eager to explore stone castles and cobblestone streets and photograph scenic landscapes. The idea of little local pubs filled with fine scotches and live bands playing in front of the wood fire sounded like a perfect getaway. (more…)
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Vegetarian Guide to Edinburgh
Victoria Street, Edinburgh A picturesque city with plenty of history, Edinburgh makes a great jumping off point to start your trip to Scotland. While in the capital, visit the castles and monuments, explore the Royal Mile in Old Town, and make New Town your destination for shopping and cocktails. (more…)
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Island Interview: Isle of Skye
Isle of Skye, also known as the misty isle, is a dramatic and beautiful island, remotely set off Northern Scotland’s coast. It’s full of dreamy scenes like sweeping rolling hills, lush green fields, jagged rocks and rough seas. Talisker Whiskey is distilled on the island and wraps up the essence of salt, perseverance and stormy landscape. (more…)
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Portugal in 2 Weeks ~ A Vegetarian Travel Guide
On Lonely Planet’s Best-in-Travel Top 10 Countries to Visit in 2018, Portugal is an explorer’s dream. Leave the research to us!This exciting two week itinerary in Portugal will have you relaxing on magnificent beaches, sightseeing medieval cities, exploring quaint towns, and reveling in old world wines paired to plant-based cuisine. Hire a car for the gorgeous coastal roads and start the adventure through one of Europe’s best kept secrets.
Your Portugal getaway awaits,
Boa viagem!
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Vancouver’s Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge
A quick search for Vancouver sight-seeing, day trips, or Vancouver suspension bridges inevitably yields Capilano Suspension Bridge as one of the city’s must-see. It’s certainly impressive, but our vote for the best suspension bridge in Metro Vancouver is in Lynn Canyon, easily accessible by transit or car in the District of North Vancouver. Since there is no entry fee to Lynn Canyon Park, save yourself the whopping $42.95 (2017) charge to visit the Capilano Suspension Bridge and get high above the tree tops with your need-to-know guide to the Lynn Canyon Park & Suspension Bridge.
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Step Into the Past at Chichen Itza, Mexico’s Largest Mayan Ruins
No matter how beautiful our vacation destination is, we always follow a ‘Leave the Resort!’ philosophy to seek out the rich culture and stories a country has to share, whether it be through their culinary, architectural, or natural wonders. Below is a little guide detailing all you need to know to leave your resort and take the best day trip to Chichen Itza from Cancun, Playa Del Carmen, or Tulum. (more…) -
The Vegetarian Guide to Lagos
Lagos Portugal is a European traveler’s ultimate beach paradise. When I first arrived into Lagos as a backpacker in my early twenties I was taken aback by its beauty. Set against a dramatic backstop of sandstone cliffs, mystical grottos, white sand beaches and turquoise waters, this laid-back fishing town is the perfect place to relax outside of the typical European hustle and bustle. When I returned nearly ten years later, I could confidently conclude that Lagos is a true gem. (more…)