Category - Did You Know

1
May

Africa: Insider Travel Tips

It’s no surprise that an African safari is at the top of many Canadians’ bucket list.  And sure you can do it as rough-and-ready as you please.  But since it’s likely to be the trip of a lifetime, why not do it in style and comfort? Vision’s vice-president of leisure sales, Lynda Sinclair, has just […]

12
Apr

The Pleasures of Pole Walking

  A hobby – almost a lifestyle – that started in Europe is making its way to Canada, and with great results. It’s called pole walking, and if you aren’t a convert yet, you may have noticed folks striding along using poles not unlike ski poles.  What gives? For starters, there’s a great health payoff.  Canadian […]

27
Mar

Your Guide to River Cruising

  What should you know before sailing away on a river cruise? We have put together this river cruising guide of 14 essential facts will help prepare you for a wonderful experience on the world’s rivers. River cruising provides great value. Cruising in general, is a wonderful value, since your accommodations, transportation between ports and […]

27
Mar

Best Beach Bars 2017

  Can’t wait for summer?  Take a virtual trip to the sun with these great beach bars. Saint Lucia Legend has it that Saint Lucia’s Smugglers Cove used to be a popular spot for fishermen who liked to ply their trade in the buff. The site now houses the aptly named Naked Fisherman, a thatched-roof […]

28
Feb

Belmond Hotel das Catartas

  Situated in the heart of Iguaçu National Park, Best of the Best award-winning Belmond Hotel das Cataratas is an ideal base camp for experiencing thunderous Iguaçu Falls, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This charming colonial-style hotel offers 193 guestrooms set amidst lush grounds and rainforest. Spend days marveling at Iguaçu’s rainbows and waterfalls, playing […]

28
Feb

Frida Kahlo at Home

The next time you travel to Mexico, immerse yourself in Frida Kahlo at Home by Suzanne Barbezat. This fully illustrated book explores the effect of Mexican culture and tradition has on the work and life of Frida Kahlo. Frida was a Mexican artist, activist and unintentional fashion trendsetter. She lived from 1907 to 1954, much of […]