Category - Food

These soft and fluffy bars are like a tasty cross between banana bread and snickerdoodle cookies. They also have the added bonus of requiring no eggs. Ingredients 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 teaspoon cream of tartar 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 cup white sugar 1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar 1/2 cup mashed banana 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Cinnamon Sugar 1 tablespoon white sugar […]

Planning a cruise vacation can be an overwhelming task. Classic Cruising offers a wide range of choices, while Small Ship Cruising provides intimacy and access to remote destinations. River cruising immerses you in local experiences, and expedition cruising guarantees exhilarating adventures. Here is a closer look at all cruise styles: Classic Cruising Classic Cruising, often […]

Direct Travel’s SVP of Marketing Stephen Smith was recently onboard Explora Journey’s inaugural cruise and shared his experience. Here is his experience: I was honoured to be invited to sail with Explora Journeys on the inaugural voyage of Explora I, their first of six planned ships.  We were sailing from Copenhagen to Reykjavik and stopping […]

These Vietnamese spring rolls are a refreshing change from the usual fried variety and have become a family favourite. They are a great summertime appetizer and delicious dipped in one or both of the sauces. Ingredients 2 ounces rice vermicelli 8 rice wrappers (8.5 inch diameter) 8 large cooked shrimp – peeled, deveined and cut […]

Walk through an Italian town during the late-afternoon—particularly in Northern cities like Milan and Venice—and you’ll find groups of people enjoying Aperol Spritzes. The after-work spritz is a long-established Italian tradition, and fortunately, it’s one that’s easily replicated anywhere. A proper Aperol spritz tastes like summertime in Italy and looks like a golden orange sunset. […]

Travelling with children presents certain challenges, especially when you’re the only parent. As I planned a summer vacation to Europe for my two children, ages 10 and 12, I wanted to ensure a seamless experience for myself and a chance to unwind during the trip. After considering options and getting feedback from the kids, we […]