Things to Do in Toronto

Toronto Trip Tip: Graffiti Alley

One of Toronto's unique and hidden attractions is one that city planners never counted on. Graffiti Alley is a colourful, living and vibrant walk through street art of the highest calibre. Toronto...

How To Spend a Fabulous Day in Toronto

Spending a single day in a major city is the speed dating of travel. What can you report other than the city is "kind of attractive, and seems to have a decent personality"? However, after our day in...

Running Thru the ‘6’ in 48 Hours

We’re always looking for quick road trips to fill up our occasional long weekend. Last year, we decided to visit our neighbors to the North in Toronto, Ontario. In preparation for the eight hour...

Messi’s Dream to Gaudí’s Soul — A Culer’s Pilgrimage Through Barcelona

I distinctly remember the moment the SNCF (TGV inOUI) train rolled out of Paris, slicing through the countryside toward Barcelona. For many, it would have been just another cross-border journey. For...

Where to Go in Utrecht with Kids

Utrecht is the fourth largest city in the Netherlands and offers lots of things to do and see when visiting with kids. We lived in Utrecht for a few years and, along with our children (two boys...

Hiking Rinjani via Sembalun: A Wild Ride of Sweat and Tears

Let me say this upfront: Mount Rinjani is not just a mountain it's an emotional rollercoaster. This hike isn't just about walking up and down. It's a full on movie experience: drama (legs dying...