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The island of Taiwan may be small, but there are many beaches and aquatic regions like lakes and waterfalls to discover and enjoy a little coastal getaway.  Here are some of my picks: Baishawan Beach – The […]

Taiwan’s history can be traced back to around 7,000 years ago with the country’s early inhabitants being of Austronesia as well as Portuguese and Dutch descent.  Although rich in history, Taiwan’s capital city, Taipei, gives […]

The rich history and early Austronesia, Portuguese and Dutch inhabitants make up the great cultural mecca of Taiwan! Taiwan, also officially known as the Republic of China offers much for visitors to see and do from […]

You’ve just landed in your dream destination – one you’ve been planning for months – and as soon as you get to your hotel you realize you’ve forgotten a few key items that could be […]

There are many experiences across Australia that appeal to all kinds of travelers.  From snorkeling at the Great Barrier Reef to climbing the Harbour Bridge in Sydney, vacation-goers will rarely run out of things to […]

When putting together your Australian itinerary, there are a few golden nuggets you absolutely must add to your itinerary—from Adelaide and the state of South Australia!  Exciting South Australia activities include the many wineries (there […]

Connect with the country’s first inhabitants, the world’s oldest living culture.  In the midst of visiting incredible beaches, lush rainforests and seeing wildlife, make time to engage in Australian indigenous experiences. Here are some ways […]

Having just returned from a lovely New Zealand trip, I revisited Wellington after several years and was struck by the awesome activities on offer!  From the Museum of New Zealand – Te Papa – to […]

It’s more than just Instagram and Uber, apps we use when we’re travelling need to help us out when we’re in the planning stages of our vacation, right through to decisions about certain attractions that […]

Now that Marijuana is becoming legal in Canada as of October 17, 2018, what does that mean for Canadian travellers looking to head to the U.S. en-route to the South Pacific?  The short answer is […]

Award-winning Air New Zealand offers travellers so much more than just a vessel to your destination. With direct service from Canada to New Zealand, convenient connections to nine Australian cities, and even a non-stop option […]

The Cook Islands, located between New Zealand and Hawaii, offer a pristine beauty rivalling the more famous South Pacific islands of Tahiti and Fiji. Award-winning Air New Zealand flies direct from North America to Cook Islands, making travel there accessible.

Pristine, exotic, dramatic and secluded… these words are often used to describe The Islands of Tahiti!  If you’re like most travellers who are looking to capture the entire culture, beauty and ambience of the stunning […]

The South Pacific is home to many pristine (and sometimes popular) islands, islets and beaches.  From Tahiti to Fiji and Australia, there are many places to explore. But rather than visit where ‘everyone else’ likes […]

With a pristine beauty that rivals the more famous South Pacific islands of Tahiti and Bora Bora, the 15 islands that comprise the Cook Islands offer not only sparkling white-sand beaches to remote-beach seeking travellers, […]

If you’re heading to Australia, you’ll want to take the most stunning photos to show family and friends back home.  From pink lakes to acres of untouched 540 million-year-old landscapes… these are the kinds of […]

Samoa is the perfect escape for your honeymoon, anniversary and for many occasions that celebrate your love with your partner.  While Samoa is very family-oriented and you can certainly bring the little ones along, here […]

Thailand is a stunning country with a unique culture, much adventure and of course, its world-renowned spas!  But this country also ‘houses’ many little hidden gems to be discovered.  Here are some of my favourite […]