Category - Featured

15
Jul

Active Destination Spotlight:Ethiopia

    A unique musical heritage and cuisine, together with an ancient coffee culture and thriving arts and crafts scene, ensure that the Ethiopian lifestyle has much to offer curious visitors. Plus it’s actually one of the most surprisingly green countries in Africa. This may be just the place for you especially if you’ve visited […]

26
May

Top 6 Welcome Cocktails

  1.  Margarita de Miel,  Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort and Spa, New Mexico. This traditional margarita gets an upgrade, courtesy of the resort’s 80 000-strong bee colony. 2. Venetian Spritz, Baglioni Hotel Luna, Venice. This classic Italian aperitif preps you for la bella vita. 3. Sunrise, Mandarin Oriental, New York. Here, welcome cocktails are designed according […]

13
May

Active Holidays Destination Spotlight: Vietnam

  High on a lot of Canadians’ bucket lists, Vietnam is admittedly far from Canada – but far above your expectations. An amazing destination for culture, climate, food, history and shopping, it’s a tropical paradise tucked into Southeast Asia. And don’t forget value! Dining is exceptionally affordable, with a large bowl of the country’s signature […]

29
Apr

Hotel Spotlight: Belmond Villa San Michele

  Belmond Villa San Michele is nestled on a hilltop amid lush trees and terraced gardens, enjoying unparalleled vistas of Florence, stretched out before it in all its classic splendour. Dating from the 15th century, the Villa’s facade is attributed to Michelangelo. Step inside and you experience the ethereal beauty and solitude of a Renaissance […]

15
Jan

Top 7 Active Photography Tips

  1) Ask for permission when photographing locals close up Even if you don’t speak the language it is easy to ask permission to take a photograph – just point at your camera and then gesture politely towards your prospective subject! If they say ‘no’ then smile, thank them anyway, and move on. If they […]

30
Dec

Top Travel Destinations for 2016

As 2015 draws to close many of us reflect on the year that has been and set our goals for the brand new year. Typical resolutions include spending more time with family, improving health and of course our favorite here at Vision, travel!   If you are one of the many who are looking to […]