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Arnhem Land – Part 1
Into a primal landscape – Arnhem Land in Australia’s Northern Territory is a vast, primal landscape covering more than 93,000sq km which holds the secrets of life for its indigenous Aboriginal people, the Yolngu.
Tastes, Treats and Moments of Terror in Thailand
It’s always an adventure to eat in foreign countries. Strange smells, curious colours, tantalizing tastes. Lately I’ve spent a lot of time in Thailand. There are many pleasant surprises for the foodie in this tropical kingdom.
South Texas
South Texas gives Florida a serious challenge. Summer, when Canadians usually stay near home, is high season in south Texas. So the rest of year iis off-season with a sub-tropical climate and amazing prices for food, accommodation and attractions. Plus, the beaches on the outer islands of the Texas coast are extraordinary.
Off Season In The Annapolis Valley
Winters aren’t what they used to be in Nova Scotia. At one time you could count on snow and ice…and plenty of it in March. But this year the March temperatures soared to an unprecedented 27 degrees Celsius (80 degrees Fahrenheit) and a sudden urge to migrate surged in my soul.
Artistic Metamorphosis
The eccentric work of Filipino Professor Julian Jumalon hasn’t taken the art world by storm. But the vivid splashes of tropical colour his butterfly-inspired artwork has added to the urban sprawl of the Philippines metropolis of Cebu City has managed to migrate all over the world.
Too Close to Nature in Florida
Donning my mask and snorkel – a sight that draws guffaws from my family who are too intimidated to join me – I jump in and swim with small fish at the opening of the aquifer. But I dare not get too close – looking down the throat of a black, underwater cave undoes my courage.
Sails and Adventure: The Royal Clipper Experience
A plaque from Guinness World Records in the ship’s well appointed library makes it official. We’re cruising on the planet’s largest, fully rigged sailing ship. The 135 metre long Royal Clipper, boasting five massive masts (the tallest of which … Read more →
Dominican Amber
Frequent washouts from seasonal torrential rains made the going tricky and, at times, even a little perilous. However, we finally arrived at a small community, the site of bountiful mines producing high quality Dominican amber.
Sailing Around The World For A Bigger Picture
The more I get to know and love something, the more I respect and connect with it. This is the thought that pushed me to move onto a sailboat and get out there to meet the world … powered by the wind.
Touring The Gaspe
Dad wants to hit some world class salmon rivers, Mom prefers to lie on the beach, big brother wants to work on reducing his handicap and Sis insists on going hiking in the mountains. Well, if your holiday plans include Quebec’s Gaspe Peninsula, you can relax because all of these activities are available within reasonable driving distance of one another.
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