Traveling

I have always believed that travel teaches you without a scorecard. It enriches you gently. When you step out to see the world – meet people, get acquainted with different cultures, taste new cuisines or simply breathe in an unfamiliar city – you learn a lot! Learning through travel happens naturally – you don’t have to try too hard. … Read more

Recently we were invited to join Viking River Cruises on their Christmas Markets Cruise down the Danube. European River Cruises seem to be all the rage these days and we wanted to see what all the fuss was about. I must admit, Dave and I are not expert cruisers. We’ve been on a cruise to … Read more

Packing for a beach vacation is easy. Throw in a couple of bathing suits, flip-flops, a sarong and a few other essentials and you are ready to go. Packing for winter travels is a whole new ball game. These winter travel tips will help you pack smart and prepare for outdoor adventures around the world. … Read more

You can ice climb eight months of the year around Canmore, Alberta. Our guide Pat Delaney of Yamnuska Mountain Adventures tells us there are three places in the world that are the best for Ice Climbing. Norway is one, I can’t remember if it was Russia or somewhere in the Himalayas for his next choice, but who … Read more

Wouldn’t it be awesome to ride on the back of an ancient elephant? I know I always dreamed of doing it! Some of my friends already had photos of themselves from Thailand, propped up on the spine of an elephant, huge grins on their faces and arms flailing in the air; I wanted the very … Read more

People often ask us if dog sledding is cruel. We admit, we didn’t know a lot about dogsledding and had our doubts about how dogs react to pulling people on sleds before we ever did it. Do dogs really like mushing? Are they happy? And what steps are taken to ensure the animals’ welfare on … Read more

Skijoring in Alberta is one of the most unique and fun adventures you’ll have in winter. What is skijoring you ask? It’s a bit like dogsledding but instead, you are on skis, and dogs pull you without a sled. And it is a great winter adventure that outdoor lovers will relish. What is Skijoring Skijoring is … Read more

We know that travel can be difficult to plan, so we thought we’d put together an itinerary of the best places to visit in Alberta in winter that you can do too! Traveling to Alberta in winter is a wonderful experience. The air is crisp and clear, the sky is blue, and the sun is … Read more

Recently we’ve received a lot of emails asking us how we financially supported our travels since we decided to take the plunge to live a life of travel in our unconventional life. I realize that we’ve written a lot of inspirational pieces about following your dreams and pushing yourself to step outside your comfort zone, … Read more

I was a good student in high school–I got perfect grades and never broke a rule or forgot my homework. I also spent my study halls pouring over brochures about study-abroad, drinking in the photos of sun-soaked travelers as they smiled into the camera, scaled the Great Wall of China, and shared stories over cafes … Read more