Escapism TO • 20th October 2023 A millennial's first-hand experience on a stately cruise to Alaska A lifelong cruise skeptic, Andrea Yu ventures aboard her first voyage at sea, travelling on Cunard Cruises’ Queen Elizabeth from Vancouver to southern Alaska.
Range, Ensemble Travel • 4th October 2023 At Your Service: Three cruise and hotel butlers share their secrets Travellers staying in high-end suites and staterooms enjoy many luxurious perks, but no other amenity oozes opulence quite like a dedicated butler.
Cathay Pacific • 5th July 2023 Eat your way through the top restaurants in Toronto Don’t let Toronto receiving its first Michelin Guide in 2022 fool you into thinking the city’s food scene is only just emerging. In fact, it has been evolving and thriving for decades.
Cathay Pacific • 12th June 2023 5 picturesque Toronto day trips Looking for a change of pace from Toronto’s urban life (and countless photo ops to boot)? Just a short drive from the city lies a myriad of charming towns and communities waiting to be explored.
Pivot Magazine • 4th April 2023 The travel industry is using AI to help clients and boost revenue Bryan Baker admits that travel is behind other industries when it comes to using AI. In 2022, he became the first vice president of analytics and insights at Fresh Tracks Canada, a vacation planning company.
Foodism TO • 24th March 2023 How The Drake Hotel manages to stay current yet nostalgic When David Smith joined The Drake Hotel in 2021 as the chef de cuisine, he was excited to become part of a longstanding operation. “There’s always so much going on," he says. “I’ve never worked in a hotel before.”
Toronto Life • 6th March 2023 "The sunrises over the Dolomites were breathtaking": Views from actor Sarah Gadon's Italian honeymoon My husband, Max, and I got married last September. We wanted to go on a honeymoon, but I had to finish filming in Italy, so I brought Max with me to travel around when we could.
Time Out • 14th February 2023 The best bars in Toronto right now, from cocktail lounges to dive bars Toronto is a city that’s full of life, from its glorious culture offerings to its innovative food scene. Every corner of the city is buzzing with something, be it loud food markets or impressive art galleries.
The Globe and Mail • 13th October 2022 Need to escape Canada’s cold winters? Try these five underrated destinations For those eager to eschew the usual crowds at all-inclusive resorts, explore under-the-radar destinations, from beachy locales to family-friendly city escapes and food-forward spots.
The Globe and Mail • 22nd September 2022 Five fall adventures to catch across Canada before the season is over Fall is Canada’s most ephemeral season – if you don’t make the most of the next few weekends, when the leaves are changing and the apples are ripe for picking, you’ll have to wait a whole year to recapture the magic.
Blog VIA Rail • 5th September 2022 Exploring Toronto's Roncesvalles Neighbourhood This cozy west-end neighbourhood has one of those Toronto place names (like Etobicoke and Strachan) that can get your tongue tied at first glance.
CAA Magazine • 22nd March 2022 How You Can Get Things Done and Have Fun on a Workcation As some of us are continuing to work from home, a new type of travel has emerged: the “workcation.” Here are five tips on how you can keep up with work and still enjoy your vacation.
CAA Magazine • 1st February 2022 4 Best Places to Go in Ontario on Valentine’s Day Whether you’re embarking on a winter adventure or need some rest and relaxation, here are four Ontario getaways for couples to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
Toronto Life • 29th November 2021 I bought an old fishermen’s inn and converted it into a boutique hotel Renda Abdo ran three successful restaurants in Toronto before setting her sights on Prince Edward County. In 2018, she bought an old 10-room budget lodge in Wellington and renovated it into the Lakeside Motel.
G Adventures Blog • 15th April 2021 6 things you should eat (and drink) in Iceland Iceland's waterfalls and otherworldly landscapes are better known than its cuisine. But there are some pretty unique, homegrown foods here to help you refuel after an exhausting trek. Here are a few eats and sweets to try.
Escapism TO • 5th January 2021 The legends and the history behind Montreal bagels It's not until my third day in Montreal that my friend and host puts bagels on the day's itinerary. It's a sunny Saturday morning in the autumn of 2019 and as we're mapping the day's events, I nod along with her plan to grab some bagels.
Toronto Life • 25th June 2020 This woman organized a Noah's Ark flight to bring pets home from the Cayman Islands to Toronto When Covid hit, Nikole Poirier discovered repatriation flights would not allow animals on board. So she organized a private charter flight to bring Canadians and their pets back home.
Escapism TO • 7th October 2019 Hotel Review: The Lund Resort at Klah Ah Men This historic, Indigenous-owned property on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast combines small-town seaside charm with local touches and great eats. Located in Klah Ah Men, territory of the Tla’amin people, the Lund Resort infuses hospitality with Indigenous art and traditions.
Time Out • 9th May 2019 15 Best Cafés in Toronto Use Careful Roasting Methods Whether you’re a bonafide coffee nerd or a closeted caffeine addict (we know you’re out there), the best cafés in Toronto will delight you while fueling your city explorations. Local operations are upping their game with responsibly sourced beans.
G Adventures Blog • 13th March 2019 How to bring mindfulness into your travels Between catching planes, navigating new cultures and following itineraries, travelling can bring moments of stress and anxiety. Mindfulness practises can keep you calm and better connected with your surroundings.
Air Canada enRoute edition • 30th March 2016 Board Room Surfing ocean waves is a great warm-weather workout, and for lovers of the sport, long Canadian winters can be a drag. Luckily for year-round enthusiasts and aspiring surfers alike, Surfset Toronto has brought the boards indoors.
Air Canada enRoute edition • 1st December 2015 Night at the Museum When Toronto's historic Casa Loma closes for the day, a dozen patrons stay trapped inside. As a team, they'll find clues and solve interactive puzzles to escape before time runs out.
Time Out Hong Kong • 27th August 2012 Skyzone Deck & Lounge Tai Kok Tsui is an oft-forgotten neighbourhood. But this district just west of Mong Kok has recently enjoyed a boost due to the city’s second Rosedale hotel branch. The lofty rooftop bar at this new venue is becoming an unexpectedly laid back place to chill out in.
Maclean's • 14th September 2023 Five reasons why Carleton University gets top marks for student satisfaction The transition from high school to university-level courses can be very challenging. In Millie’s case, she was concerned about writing lab reports for the first time.