Blog - To Europe And Beyond

Canada

November 11, 2019

20+ amazing things to do in Quebec City for first-timers

As the official capital of the province of Quebec and one of the oldest settlements in North America, Quebec City requires very little presentation. In..

United Kingdom

November 10, 2019

Where to drink whisky and gin in Glasgow

While gins, scotches, beers, ciders and other artisanal libations currently enjoy unlimited popularity around the world, Scotland is no exception. Pull up a chair at..

Canada

October 16, 2019

The 18+ best restaurants in Montreal

Montreal is nothing if not a foodie city; in fact, rumour has it has the second highest rate of restaurants per capita after New York..

September 2, 2019

How to visit Downton Abbey and (almost) have tea with Lady Violet

TU DU TU DU DU TUM TUM TUM TUM. Or something like that. Welcome to Downton Abbey, everyone! The Anglophile that I am is a..

Italy

August 20, 2019

How to see Venice — in just 24 hours

Here’s a short epicurean guide for day cruise passengers, or eager explorers who want to make a quick tour of the city of Venice. 7:30..

Canada

August 4, 2019

What to do and see in Toronto’s Kensington Market

S panning Kensington Market is not just a market, but a vibrant, living community, home to numerous waves of immigrants over the years.When visiting, I..

France

July 8, 2019

The 8 coolest, best hotels in Paris right now

Not sure where to stay during your next trip in the City of Lights? Here is a list of the best hotels in Paris, from..

Canada

July 3, 2019

6 exciting day trips from Quebec City

While there is no shortage of interesting things to do in the only walled city north of Mexico, visitors with a bit more time on..

July 2, 2019

The ultimate Harry Potter bucket list in England & Scotland

Very few people could have predicted back in the 1990’s just how triumphant the Harry Potter series would go on to become—notably the half-dozen, half-witted..