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Where to Stay in Ucluelet

Where to Stay in Ucluelet

Whether you’re looking for a private cabin for the whole family or a studio suite for just you and your dog, Ukee has something for every traveller.

Recipe: Seafood Chowder

A thick, hearty bowl of Prince Edward Island potato and seafood chowder is worth discovering.

Finnish Culture in Thunder Bay, Ontario

There is a Finnish saying that, if pine tar and the steam of the sauna won’t cure you, then nothing will. It’s an idea that still envelops Thunder Bay, Ont. “Who doesn’t like the heat?” asks Allan Onchulenko, co-owner of Kangas Sauna. “It’s the feeling afterward. You...

6 Places to Learn About Black Canadian History

February is Black History Month. Here’s where to learn about the often overlooked contributions Black Canadians have made to the country—and beyond.

What to Do in Downtown Jasper, Alberta

View the stars in an inflatable dome theatre, order a sampler of six miniature beers and buy local jewellery in this easy-going mountain town

Where to Stay, What to Do and Where to Eat in Quebec City

Where to Stay, What to Do and Where to Eat in Quebec City

Unwind and relax in this centuries-old port city. Enjoy the food, activities and hotels as you explore the history and culture of Quebec.

What to Do in Downtown Jasper, Alberta

View the stars in an inflatable dome theatre, order a sampler of six miniature beers and buy local jewellery in this easy-going mountain town

The Best Major League Baseball Stadiums

Major League Baseball’s 30 home fields are testaments to the cities where they are located. They have evolved from odd-shaped structures, built where land was available, to modern monuments. Here are some you need to visit.

5 Arcade Bars in Canada With Great Food and Drinks

GRETA Edmonton, Alberta With more than 50 vintage and modern arcade games, Greta merges old-school fun with contemporary dining trends. The international, street food-inspired menu includes dishes such as a Big Mac Poutine and Butter Chicken Bites, featuring...

5 Canadian Islands You Probably Haven’t Heard Of

Escape to an island paradise in Quebec, Nova Scotia, B.C., Ontario or just off the coast of Newfoundland.

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Great Hotels in Greater Phoenix

Great Hotels in Greater Phoenix

These desert resorts in the greater Phoenix area offer the perfect escapes from winter.

8 Photos that Prove How Awesome Las Vegas is

Head off the Strip to see street art, visit historic buildings, tour the Neon Museum and go hiking at Red Rock Canyon.

Recipe: Portland-Inspired Doughnuts

North America’s doughnut renaissance seems to have galvanized in Portland, where Voodoo Doughnut opened its first shop in 2003, offering fun, crunchy cerealed varieties. Voodoo Doughnut masters advise rolling yeast dough evenly, and say a perfect doughnut will have a...

Skateboarding Culture in Dogtown, Los Angeles

In the January 1978 issue of SkateBoarder magazine, a photograph showed Tony Alva grabbing the deck of his skateboard with one hand and floating about five inches above the granite tile coping of The Dog Bowl, an empty swimming pool in Santa Monica, Calif. For the...

How to Spend 3 Days in Sonoma County, California

Just north of San Francisco, this historic region offers delicious wine, dining and plenty of adventure for visitors to Northern California.

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How to Spend 3 Days in Sonoma County, California

Just north of San Francisco, this historic region offers delicious wine, dining and plenty of adventure for visitors to Northern California.

6 Things to Do in La Jolla, California

1. Shop for Dr. Seuss souvenirs at Legends Gallery Browse quirky stores, stylish boutiques and distinctive galleries along Prospect Street, Girard Avenue and the rest of the downtown “village” district. Be sure to pay a visit to Legends Gallery, which features the...

The Best Places to Eat and Drink in Naples, Florida

The city offers sophisticated dining options that celebrate its location on Florida’s Paradise Coast with the freshest ocean fare.

Cheap Things to Eat in Boston

Finding a bite to eat in this city’s colourful and diverse neighbourhoods doesn’t need to be expensive. Here are some tasty, wallet-friendly options—all less than US$14.

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Everything You Need to Know About Whisky

Everything You Need to Know About Whisky

A guide to the different styles and whisky regions, plus a recipe to make your own Boulevardier cocktail.

Where to Go Winter Glamping

Mount Engadine Lodge Kananaskis, Alberta   View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Mt Engadine Lodge - Canmore AB (@mountengadine) on Mar 26, 2020 at 6:38pm PDT This lodge (located about two hours from Calgary) is a popular year-round spot for outdoor...

3 Ways to Enjoy the Water in and Around Phoenix

In Greek and Roman mythology, the phoenix would rise from the ashes of its predecessor. Sometime after Jack Swilling arrived in the Salt River Valley in 1858, he discovered the remains of more than 200 kilometres of canals, some upwards of four metres deep.  The...

The Best Major League Baseball Stadiums

Major League Baseball’s 30 home fields are testaments to the cities where they are located. They have evolved from odd-shaped structures, built where land was available, to modern monuments. Here are some you need to visit.

Recipe: Barcelona Bombas

There are few things more culinary iconic in Barcelona than a late
afternoon or early evening spent enjoying tapas and sipping wine.

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Recipe: Barcelona Bombas

There are few things more culinary iconic in Barcelona than a late
afternoon or early evening spent enjoying tapas and sipping wine.

8 Photos that Prove How Awesome Las Vegas is

Head off the Strip to see street art, visit historic buildings, tour the Neon Museum and go hiking at Red Rock Canyon.

Recipe: Portland-Inspired Doughnuts

North America’s doughnut renaissance seems to have galvanized in Portland, where Voodoo Doughnut opened its first shop in 2003, offering fun, crunchy cerealed varieties. Voodoo Doughnut masters advise rolling yeast dough evenly, and say a perfect doughnut will have a...

Skateboarding Culture in Dogtown, Los Angeles

In the January 1978 issue of SkateBoarder magazine, a photograph showed Tony Alva grabbing the deck of his skateboard with one hand and floating about five inches above the granite tile coping of The Dog Bowl, an empty swimming pool in Santa Monica, Calif. For the...

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Recipe: Trinidadian Doubles

Recipe: Trinidadian Doubles

These soft, tumeric-tinted fried breads, served with curried chickpeas, are a Caribbean staple.

8 Photos that Prove How Awesome Las Vegas is

Head off the Strip to see street art, visit historic buildings, tour the Neon Museum and go hiking at Red Rock Canyon.

Recipe: Portland-Inspired Doughnuts

North America’s doughnut renaissance seems to have galvanized in Portland, where Voodoo Doughnut opened its first shop in 2003, offering fun, crunchy cerealed varieties. Voodoo Doughnut masters advise rolling yeast dough evenly, and say a perfect doughnut will have a...

Skateboarding Culture in Dogtown, Los Angeles

In the January 1978 issue of SkateBoarder magazine, a photograph showed Tony Alva grabbing the deck of his skateboard with one hand and floating about five inches above the granite tile coping of The Dog Bowl, an empty swimming pool in Santa Monica, Calif. For the...

How to Spend 3 Days in Sonoma County, California

Just north of San Francisco, this historic region offers delicious wine, dining and plenty of adventure for visitors to Northern California.

Why You Should Visit the Island of Bimini in 2019

Why You Should Visit the Island of Bimini in 2019

The closest Bahamian island to the United States, Bimini is full of great dive sites, including the SS Sapona, and mysteries, such as the Bimini Road.

How to Spend 3 Days in Sonoma County, California

Just north of San Francisco, this historic region offers delicious wine, dining and plenty of adventure for visitors to Northern California.

Mexico’s Magic Towns

My husband and I squeeze in to a taxi with another Canadian traveller in Puerto Vallarta. Our mutual destination is Sayulita, a beach town an hour from the city that entices tourists seeking a slice of coastal Mexican paradise. As the vehicle spirits us north on a...

6 Things to Do in La Jolla, California

1. Shop for Dr. Seuss souvenirs at Legends Gallery Browse quirky stores, stylish boutiques and distinctive galleries along Prospect Street, Girard Avenue and the rest of the downtown “village” district. Be sure to pay a visit to Legends Gallery, which features the...

The Best Places to Eat and Drink in Naples, Florida

The city offers sophisticated dining options that celebrate its location on Florida’s Paradise Coast with the freshest ocean fare.

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The History of the Margarita

The History of the Margarita

The margarita was invented in Mexico, but no one is sure exactly who first shook up this famous fiesta refreshment. Some say Baja bartender Carlos “Danny” Herrera created it in 1938, while others claim it was Dallas socialite Margaret Sames who first mixed tequila...

3 Ways to Enjoy the Water in and Around Phoenix

In Greek and Roman mythology, the phoenix would rise from the ashes of its predecessor. Sometime after Jack Swilling arrived in the Salt River Valley in 1858, he discovered the remains of more than 200 kilometres of canals, some upwards of four metres deep.  The...

The Best Major League Baseball Stadiums

Major League Baseball’s 30 home fields are testaments to the cities where they are located. They have evolved from odd-shaped structures, built where land was available, to modern monuments. Here are some you need to visit.

8 Photos that Prove How Awesome Las Vegas is

Head off the Strip to see street art, visit historic buildings, tour the Neon Museum and go hiking at Red Rock Canyon.

Recipe: Portland-Inspired Doughnuts

North America’s doughnut renaissance seems to have galvanized in Portland, where Voodoo Doughnut opened its first shop in 2003, offering fun, crunchy cerealed varieties. Voodoo Doughnut masters advise rolling yeast dough evenly, and say a perfect doughnut will have a...

Mexico’s Day of the Dead Celebrations Are Really Beautiful

Mexico’s Day of the Dead Celebrations Are Really Beautiful

We went to Puerto Vallarta to take a closer look at the history of Día de los Muertos, a national holiday that celebrates both life and death.

Recipe: Portland-Inspired Doughnuts

North America’s doughnut renaissance seems to have galvanized in Portland, where Voodoo Doughnut opened its first shop in 2003, offering fun, crunchy cerealed varieties. Voodoo Doughnut masters advise rolling yeast dough evenly, and say a perfect doughnut will have a...

Skateboarding Culture in Dogtown, Los Angeles

In the January 1978 issue of SkateBoarder magazine, a photograph showed Tony Alva grabbing the deck of his skateboard with one hand and floating about five inches above the granite tile coping of The Dog Bowl, an empty swimming pool in Santa Monica, Calif. For the...

How to Spend 3 Days in Sonoma County, California

Just north of San Francisco, this historic region offers delicious wine, dining and plenty of adventure for visitors to Northern California.

Mexico’s Magic Towns

My husband and I squeeze in to a taxi with another Canadian traveller in Puerto Vallarta. Our mutual destination is Sayulita, a beach town an hour from the city that entices tourists seeking a slice of coastal Mexican paradise. As the vehicle spirits us north on a...

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5 Canadian Golf Courses in the Mountains

5 Canadian Golf Courses in the Mountains

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These courses in British Columbia, Alberta and Quebec are all open now or will be open soon, with social distancing protocols in place.
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Learning to Love Scotch On Islay, Scotland

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The Caesar: The History of Canada’s Beloved Cocktail

The Caesar: The History of Canada’s Beloved Cocktail

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The cocktail had its beginnings at Calgary's Westin hotel back in 1969 when bartender Walter Chell added a twist to the established Bloody Mary.

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10 Photos That Will Make You Dream About London

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My family found hygge far from home on a trip to Western Canada. It didn’t seem a likely set-up for a contented space as we drove toward our destination. “…And it looks as though the highway is blocked for at least 10 kilometres,” the voice on the radio warned. I...

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