Are ye ready to take on the elements, glug a pint of fine ale or two and meet some of the funniest and most warm group of people who exist on our planet? We're talking about Scotland. This wet and rugged country offers a rare combination of raw natural beauty, ancient historical weight,…
Nature & the Environment
This time, it's the Americas. There's no getting around, getting around, in the words of Julian Cope. Still, no matter how enjoined to rail and other transport modes you are, cars are still it. It's not a bad thing at all as long as we errant humans stop, look and listen to the environment. (Personally,…
TU TU: Nizhny Novgorod: Preface: we love everybody unless we're given a reason not to. With that, jump into what could be come your nest new favourite travel location: Russia. What Everyone Criticizes It For. For most of us, Russia is an enigma for much of the world. And, in…
Vancouver is not a super big city to get around, but there's a lot to see. One of the best options is taking a relaxing Double Decker BigBus Vancouver ride. What'll you get? Vancouver bus tours offer convenient ways to explore the city, with popular options including hop-on, hop-off double-decker buses, city…
We live in Vancouver, and it happens to be a pretty popular place. It typically welcomes between 8 and 11 million visitors annually. Not bad for a city that had been somewhat in the shadows until recently when tourism exploded. One of the features that we like and we use are the Harbour Air Seaplanes.…
They're so cute you want to squeeze them, but they're also cold and wet. That may not be the holiday mix that you're looking for, especially since this is Iceland. But, you'll certainly warm up to the idea and also to the deep sea residents who live there. Welcome to the Eldheimar…
Despite endless warnings and worldwide condemnation, we humans still persist in taking the easy way out when it comes to travel, and of course, the easy way out is the lazy way out. Flying can be one of the biggest culprits, despite heroic efforts by jet manufacturers like Airbus. Going flight-free is…
If you've wondered about our whereabouts, we've been in South America, this time in Chile. We were wowed in so many ways and will be bringing you our fresh pics, videos, stories and more. Suffice to say, there's a lot to write about. Chile might just blow your mind. Let's jump right…
“The only thing predictable about Africa is its unpredictability.” – Brian Jackman
Slow down, you’re moving too fast.
Despite being one of the most studied archaeological sites in the world, Machu Picchu remains a puzzle. Because the Inca had no written language (in the traditional sense), the "why" and "how" of the city were lost when it was abandoned in the 16th century. Here are the most compelling mysteries that researchers are…
“Take a walk with a turtle. And behold the world in pause.” – Bruce Feiler
One aspect of being an archaeologist is that you rarely run out of work. One minute, you've found one of the most important discoveries in decades. Or, your work has run dry (no pun intended) when newer finds take the spotlight, Either way, your place in the sun is always there, shining.…
“Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it”
We live in Canada, but have lived and traveled all around the globe for decades. The country is still somewhat of a haven if you want to bask in common sense, politeness, and general good vibes. There are many cities in The Great White North, but most of the accolades go to the…
Anne Lamott’s quote, “Lighthouses don’t go running all over an island looking for boats to save; they just stand there shining,” and George Bernard Shaw’s observation that “if I were to vow at all, it should be to build a lighthouse” as a symbol of altruism.
“We won’t have a society if we destroy the environment” by Margaret Mead, and “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second-best time is now,”
“To have faith is to trust yourself to the water. When you swim you don’t grab hold of the water, because if you do you will sink and drown. Instead you relax
“Chile, a spirited land of poets and dreamers, dances to the rhythm of passionate souls.”
Do something different. Ohio, The Heart of it All.